Fraser and Lady Elliot
2 Nights Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, 1 Night Hervey Bay, 2 Day Tour of Fraser Island with Fraser Island Company
Experience the best of World Heritage listed Lady Elliot Island “The Great Barrier Reef” and Fraser Island in this unique 5 day trip, departing Hervey Bay.
Fraser Island Company 2 day safari offers a fun filled tour of World Heritage listed Fraser Island. Traveling in air-conditioned seatbelt equipped four wheel drive buses, this advanced ECO accredited tour visits Fraser Island icons. Expert commentary is provided by knowledgeable and experienced guides and the small group size allows personalized attention. There is ample time to swim, hike, photograph, relax and savor the unique flora, fauna and amazing wildlife. Passengers enjoy hearty meals and comfortable twin/double accommodation in permanent tents. Upgrades to ensuited cabins available.
Lady Elliot Eco Resort the Great Barrier Reef is situated 80km off the coast of Bundaberg with access being daily flights from Hervey Bay, Bundaberg, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and Gold Coast. At Lady Elliot you can step off the beach and snorkel, swim or dive in an underwater world of brilliantly colored species of marine life, or just simply relax and soak in the natural island atmosphere. Explore the reef in a glass bottom boat, learn to scuba dive, feed the fish, take a guided reef walk or walk to a deserted beach and live the dream. With exceptionally clear water year round, you may encounter turtles, dolphins and a large variety of coral and fish or even our giant manta rays. In season bird’s nest, turtle hatchlings emerge and migrating whales blow and breech. Overnight rates include buffet dinner and breakfast, snorkeling equipment, glass bottom boat/boat snorkel and island tours.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Hervey Bay - Lady Elliot Island (Dinner)
The trip begins with a 35 minute scenic flight from Hervey Bay to Lady Elliot Island (departs 10.40am daily or 3pm). At Lady Elliot you will be met by an Island Activity Staff member, for an "Island Orientation". Collect your snorkel, flippers and mask from Dive Shop. Afternoon at leisure, to snorkel in the lagoon or coral gardens. Enjoy a buffet dinner in the Dining Room before evening activities, which may include presentations in the Education Centre, games and Turtle Viewing (in season).
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DAY 2: Lady Elliot Island (Breakfast and Dinner)
Take an early morning snorkel or walk around the island before a full buffet breakfast on the deck overlooking coral lagoon. Free activities during the day include Reef Walking tour (tide dependent), Island Discovery and History Walks, and Glass Bottom Boat Tour. You can also try Scuba Diving. Equipment and complete instruction provided at the PADI Dive Shop (subject to additional cost and medical survey).
DAY 3: Lady Elliot Island - Hervey Bay (Breakfast)
Full buffet breakfast is included. Return flight to Hervey Bay departs the island at approximately 9.10am or 2pm.
Meet the Kondari courtesy coach at the airport for your transfer to Kondari Resort. The afternoon is at leisure to explore Hervey Bay. Enjoy the resort’s facilities and enjoy a swim in the pool or perhaps a hit of tennis. (room only)
DAY 4: Fraser Island (Lunch and Dinner) – 2 full days touring of Fraser Island.
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The day commences with courtesy transfers from Kondari Resort with your Fraser Island tour departing at 8:30am. Travel in air-conditioned 4WD bus taking in fabulous flora and fauna. Swim in crystal clear lakes and visit pristine rainforests. Highlights include the historic Maheno shipwreck, wildlife spotting from spectacular Indian Head, hiking into Lake Wabby, swimming down fast flowing Eli Creek and strolling through Yidney Rainforest. Enjoy a relaxed barbecue dinner in a natural bush setting. Overnight at Cathedral beach.
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DAY 5: Fraser Island - Hervey Bay (Breakfast and Lunch)
Enjoy breakfast and continue with a full day’s touring of famous Fraser Island landmarks. Enjoy scenic walks, refreshing dips and marvel at the highlights of 75 Mile Beach. A delicious picnic lunch in included. Return to Hervey Bay approx. 5.30pm.
Package Inclusions
• Return Scenic flight ex Hervey Bay to Lady Elliot Island
• 2 Nights accommodation in Eco Cabin at Lady Elliot Island
• 1 Night accommodation in Hotel Room at Kondari Resort
• 1 Night accommodation in Safari Tent on Fraser Island
• 2 x Breakfasts Lady Elliot and 1 x breakfast Fraser Island
• 2 x Dinners Lady Elliot and 1 x dinner Fraser Island
• 2 x Lunches Fraser Island
• Snorkelling equipment and lesson, glass bottom boat tour/boat snorkel, Island tours, reef walking all included on Lady Elliot
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Package Not Available - 15 December 2006 – 15 January 2007
Due to the significant increase in world oil prices since early 2004, Australia has seen substantial increases in the price of fuel. To be able to continually offer the same level of safety and service without significant fare increases, Seair, who carry Lady Elliot Island guests to and from the Resort has found it necessary to implement a fuel levy system which has to be passed on to the guests. The levy will be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that the relationship between oil prices and the amount of the levy is kept at a fair and equitable level.
Lady Elliot Island Environmental Management Charge is not inclusive in package price.
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