Island Hopper 6 Day Scenic ECO Tour

Includes:

• The Cape Moreton Scenic Day Tour
• Brisbane City overnight stopover 
• Rainbow Beach overnight stopover
• Fraser Island 2 Day Tour
• Great Barrier Reef 3 Day Tour
• Accommodation (Optional Upgrade to Twin Share and Single Share available)
• Most Meals on Tour

FRASER ISLAND

• Swim Eli Creek 
• Coloured Sands and Pinnacles 
• Central Station boardwalk 
• Yidney Dripping Rocks 
• 75 Mile Beach 
• Maheno shipwreck 
• Fraser Island rainforest 
• Pile Valley 
• Wanggoolba Creek 
• Swim Lake Birrabeen 
• Indian Headland
• 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch & 1 Buffet Dinner included 

Great Barrier Reef

• Fully guided tour
• Eco Villa Accommodation
• Return Bus Transfers
• Snorkelling
• Glass Bottom Boat
• Guided walk on Lady Musgrave Island
• All meals on GBR Tour

6-Day ITINERARY

The following itinerary may not follow in the same order as below due to tide times, weather conditions or other factors.

Day 1: (Moreton Island Section)

• Pick-up and return service for Gold Coast and Brisbane

Enjoy 
• A cruise across the magnificent Moreton Bay on the MiCat Ferry
• 4WD along the magnificent Eastern Surf Beach
• Swim in Champagne Pools (conditions permitting)
• Visit “Honeymoon Bay” and “North Point”

 • 4WD to “Cape Moreton” seeing -

  - Cape Moreton Lighthouse and Museum
  - Spot Marine Animals
  - Spectacular views of Moreton Island and the Eastern Beach
• Swim “Blue Lagoon” fresh water lake
• Take the cruise back to Brisbane and be dropped off in Brisbane City.   

The Sunset Safaris 6-Day Get Wrecked Moreton Island, Fraser Island and Great Barrier Reef Tours offers fantastic value, with a 1 Night stay at YHA Backpackers, (Abbey on Roma Upgrades available). Brisbane City is one of the fastest-growing capital cities in Australia, take a leisurely stroll to Queen Street Mall or head to Caxton Street and enjoy dining, shopping and the entertainment hub.

Arrive Brisbane City 6 pm:

Day 1 Cont:

• Check in at Resort Reception
• Enjoy a stroll and experience the night life in Brisbane city
• Purchase your own dinner at Brisbane's many dining locations

Day 2:

(Days 2 & 3 on Fraser Island and Cooloola N.P can be swapped around to suit tides, times & conditions)

• Brisbane 7:15 am

Arrive Fraser Island and enjoy 

• 75 Mile Beach, Eurong Beach
• Yidney Dripping Rocks
• Eli Creek
• (Lunch may be provided at one of a number of locations, and can be swapped with Day-3 to suit conditions)
• Maheno Shipwreck
• Coloured Sands
• Indian Head with Dolphin, Turtles, Sharks and Whalesightings.*
• Eurong Resort - check in
• Restaurant dinner
• Guided Beach walk, under the stars
• Bed or Chill at Beach Bar.

Day 3:

Depart Resort by 8 am, and enjoy –

• Pile Valley Walk
• Central Station
• Wanggoolba Creek
• Lunch

  *during whale season

Rainbow Beach Stop Over

The Sunset Safaris 6 Day Moreton Island, Fraser Island and Great Barrier Reef Package tour offers fantastic value, with a 1 Night stay at a Rainbow Beach backpackers, (or motel if in twin share) and transfers between Rainbow Beach & Gympie to meet the GBR or Fraser Island Bus the next day. You can also enjoy optional surfing lessons or kayaking with dolphins at Rainbow Beach at great prices. Please ask reception staff for activity options.
Rainbow Beach is a great place to enjoy the afternoon on day 3, (or Morning on Day 4 if doing GBR Tour First). The Rainbow Beach surf and sand is perfect for a swim or surf, and the coloured sands of the Rainbow Beach foreshore are truly spectacular. Lunch, breakfast and dinner are not included while at Rainbow Beach.

Day 3 Cont:

• Check in at resort reception 
• Enjoy beach, Carlo Sand blow and many other activities (see resort reception)
• Buy your own dinner (see resort for cheap meals)

Day 4:

• Buy your own Breakfast (See Resort for free breakfast Fraser on Rainbows Backpacker only)
• Board Premier Bus at 7:40 am outside backpackers (we supply ticket)
• Arrive puma Road House 9:40 am
• Sunset Safaris Bus departs 9:45 am to continue GBR Tour

GREAT BARRIER REEF TOUR

• Visit Childers Local Zoo
• Check into Kelly’s Beach Resort
• FREE Guided Snorkel School
• MON REPOS Turtles (During Season)

Day 5:

• Take a cruise to Lady Musgrave Island
• FREE Whale Watching (During Season)
• Snorkel on the reef
• Glass bottom boat Viewing
• Guided walk on Lady Musgrave Island
• Scuba Diving (Optional Activity)

Day 6:

• FREE TIME on day-6 to relax around the resort, or enjoy a host of OPTIONAL activities, including:
• Surfing Lessons
• Bundaberg Rum Factory Tour
• Stop at Mamminos to taste Home Made Ice-cream (Optional Activity)
• Back to Brisbane or Gold Coast

Tour Prices 

Cape Moreton

- Cape Moreton Lighthouse and Museum
- Turtles, Dolphins, Sharks, Manta Rays and Whales during Whale Season
- Spectacular views of Moreton Island and the Eastern Beach

Blue Lagoon

Enjoy the refreshing waters of Blue Lagoon freshwater lake, and enjoy the ever popular North Point & Champagne Pools.  Experience the adventure of traversing rough 4WD terrain in our awesome 4WD buses in air-conditioned comfort.

Swimming and Beach Activities

Relax in the sun and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Tangalooma Beach. Go for a swim in the crystal clear water, or enjoy a spot of beach volleyball. Kick back on a sun lounge with a drink in your hand and live the good life.

Champagne Pools

One of the most popular attractions on Moreton Islands – The Champagne Pools. Relax in the naturally bubbling pools as the waves rush over the rocks and into the pools below. Its really like being in your own tub of champagne, as colourful tiny fish swim around you in aqua heaven.

Lake Birrabeen

Lake Birrabeen is one of 4 spectacular Blue Lakes found on Fraser Island. With snow white sandy beaches and crystal clear blue fresh water, set in the middle of beautiful rainforest, Lake Birrabeen is a tour highlight on Fraser Island. Less well known and harder to access than Lake McKenzie, Lake Birrabeen is the largest of the Blue Lakes, and considered by locals and those in the know as the most beautiful lake on Fraser Island.

Indian Head 

Indian Head on the Northern end of 75 Mile Beach is a spectacular Rocky Headland famous for never-ending views along the eastern beaches and out to sea. Here we see marine life on display, as Dolphins, Turtles, Sharks, Fish and migrating Humpback Whales gather around Indian Head in full view for us to enjoy.

Eli Creek 

Eli Creek is the Largest fresh water stream flowing out to sea on the Eastern side of Fraser Island. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the cool sand filtered water as it flows between the sand dunes and out onto the beach.  A board walk is built along the banks of the creek for those who want to just take pictures.

Maheno Ship Wreck 

One of the worlds most photographed shipwrecks, the SS Maheno on 75 Mile Beach stands as a beautiful contrast between a pristine beach and a man made structure. Learn about the terrible night when the SS Maheno found itself beached on Fraser Island during a cyclone off the Fraser Coast in 1935.

Fraser Island Rainforest 

The ONLY place in the world to grow rainforest in sand, Fraser Island’s World Heritage Listed Rainforests are truly special. Enjoy the beautifully unique “Pile Valley “ Rainforest walk, as you discover Central Station, Woongoolba Creek and Giant Satiney Trees.

The Coloured Sands 

The stunning coloured sands are a photographic masterpiece. See the myriad of colours on display, as natural leaching of oxides and vegetable matter stain the each grain of sand over thousands of years.

Snorkeling  

Enjoy snorkeling on the world largest reef. See fish and coral seen nowhere else in the world. Snorkel the famous “Turtle Cleaning Station,” and enjoy watching Turtles being cleaned by small fish.

Scuba Diving

This is an optional extra and costs extra to participate. Enjoy the best scuba diving prices on the reef, with introductory dives available for the beginners, and outer wall dives for the licenced diver. A must do experience…

Coral Cay Walk

Get off the boat and on land to experience the wonders of a coral cay Island in the South Pacific. See this untouched Island on your guided walk, and learn about the wildlife and unique features of this coral Island.
Glass Bottom Boat
Take a ride with your experienced guides to see the underwater beauty without getting your face wet. See turtles, coral, fish and much more in comfort and style.

LIVE TURTLE ENCOUNTER – November to March 

Only Sunset Safaris offers the Mon Repos LIVE Turtle Encounter on the Great Barrier Reef. See wild turtles crawl up the beach at night to lay eggs and see baby turtles hatch and scurry down the beach. Between April & October, visit the Mon Repos Turtle Centre to learn all about the endangered Loggerhead Turtle and the Mon Repos conservation efforts.

Brisbane

There are 3 accommodation choices for the tour.

1)Multi-share (includes YHA in Brisbane)
2)Budget Twin Share (includes YHA in Brisbane)
3)Hotel Share (includes Abbey on Roma in Brisbane)

Your Accommodation

The Fraser Island & Great Barrier Reef Package Tours use three different types of accommodation throughout the tour. They are:

• Fraser Islands Eurong Resort
• Rainbow Beaches Dingos Backpackers or Rainbow Sands
• The Great Barrier Reefs Kellys Beach Resort

Fraser Island

Sunset Safaris provides the very best possible Accommodation to suit your budget while on Fraser Island. Eurong Beach Resort has long been established as being the number 1 resort on the eastern beach thanks to its fantastic facilities and premier beachfront location.

Eurong offers full access to all of the facilities, including 2 swimming pools, tennis court, convenience store, bakery, pizzeria, resort restaurant, the famous beach bar, and full beach frontage for that moonlit walk.

Your FREE Korrawinga Quad Share Upgrade

Sunset Safaris offers you a FREE upgrade from Eurong Beach Resort's Backpacker units, to the very nice MOTEL Quad share units at no extra cost! The Eurong Beach Resort Korrawinga units are recently refurbished and modern, with ensuite, and right next to the resort restaurant and main pool.
(Free upgrade is dependant upon availability and is not guaranteed during busy periods)

Live it up in style, with Sunset Safaris.

Twin Share Accommodation Upgrades

Sunset Safaris offers you two choices of Twin Share and Triple Share upgrades.

Motel Accommodation, Queen Bed and Single bed with kitchenette and ensuite.

HOTEL Accommodation,  Queen Bed and Single bed with kitchenette, TV, Phone and ensuite.

To see Eurong Resort in more detail, click HERE

Rainbow Beach Stop Over 

The Sunset Safaris 5 Day Package tour offers fantastic value, with a 1 Night stay at a Rainbow Beach backpackers, (or motel if in twin share) and Transfers between Rainbow Beach & Gympie to meet GBR or Fraser Bus the next day.

Dingos
 Dingos Backpackers offer comfortable 4 - 8 share accommodation with Free Breakfast. This is included in your standard price.

Rainbow Sands (Twin Share)

 Optional Twin Share upgrade or Family 2-Bedroom apartments are available. Breakfast not included here. 

Great Barrier Reef

FREE Quad Share Upgrade

Your Free Room Upgrade is upgraded from 8 Share Backpackers accommodation, to QUAD SHARE HOTEL RESORT accommodation (subject to availability).  Also Included are 2 x dinners, 2 x Continental Breakfasts and 1 x Lunch (day-2) worth over $80 at no extra cost. Lunch on Day-1 and Day-3 are buy your own at designated stops during transit.

All our accommodation is right beside the beach in Agnes Water, with swimming pool and direct beach access for that moonlit walk. Join us at night for great activities around the bar, or down on the beach to watch the shooting stars.

Twin Share and Group Share Beach Houses

Sunset Safaris also offer optional twin share luxury Beach House Resort accommodation, and 4 - 6 Share luxury Beach House Accommodation to suit a luxurious lifestyle. These rooms offer the ultimate in luxury and open-air pleasure.

Luxury twin share rooms can be booked for that extra special occasion, offering a very high level of sophistication. 

To see Kellys Beach Resort in more detail, click HERE

PRICES FOR 6-DAY PACKAGE TOUR UPGRADES

• Twin Share/Double- Fraser Motel & GBR ECO Villa- additional $249 pp
• Twin Share/Double- Fraser Hotel & GBR ECO Villa- additional $349 pp
• Single share rooms,Hotel accomodation and 2 Bedroom apartment
  accomodation(suit family of up to 6)are available (POA).

          (POA)=price on application; pp=per person

PRICES FOR 7-DAY PACKAGE TOUR UPGRADES

• Twin Share/Double- Fraser Motel & GBR ECO Villa- additional $329 pp
• Twin Share/Double- Fraser Hotel & GBR ECO Villa- additional $429 pp
• Single share rooms,Hotel accomodation and 2 Bedroom apartment
  accomodation(suit family of up to 6)are available (POA).

          (POA)=price on application; pp=per person

Please contact us directly for Family Apartment Rates.

Pricing Upgrades

Whale Watching Experience - June to November 

Encounter the majestic grace of the singing Humpback and Minke Whales as they curiously investigate your luxurious vessel. Spot, stop and shadow the largest mammals in the world. Experience intimate to lengthy encounters with these friendly and inquisitive giants of the deep during their annual migration period. (*during whale season only, and in accordance with regulated safe distances).

Snorkeling  

Enjoy snorkeling on the world largest reef. See fish and coral seen nowhere else in the world. Snorkel the famous “Turtle Cleaning Station,” and enjoy watching Turtles being cleaned by small fish.

Scuba Diving

This is an optional extra and costs extra to participate. Enjoy the best scuba diving prices on the reef, with introductory dives available for the beginners, and outer wall dives for the licensed diver. A must do experience…

Coral Cay Walk

Get off the boat and on land to experience the wonders of a coral cay Island in the South Pacific. See this untouched Island on your guided walk, and learn about the wildlife and unique features of this coral Island.

Glass Bottom Boat

Take a ride with your experienced guides to see the underwater beauty without getting your face wet. See turtles, coral, fish and much more in comfort and style.

Fish Feeding

Enjoy the boiling water of fish within arm’s reach as we feed the reef fish. Thousands of fish of all colours, shapes and sizes eagerly join in the feeding frenzy on the pontoon –great for all ages.

CONDITIONS OF BOOKING
All prices are subject to change without notice & at the discretion of Sunset Safaris. All information stated in this publication is true & correct at the time of publication. Due to traffic, & the extreme conditions experienced on Fraser Island to buses & the environment, Sunset Safaris reserves the right to alter or cancel any section of the itinerary which may result from road, traffic, weather, mechanical, or any other condition or failure or delay of an operational nature without penalty, & such conditions will be considered as a Force Majeure Event. Sunset Safaris will take all reasonable steps to rectify the situation during any such event, however no liability will be accepted by Sunset Safaris in circumstances outside of Sunset Safaris control. No responsibility or liability will be taken in the event of injury from pre-existing medical conditions (eg: bad back), accident, injury, loss or damage to persons or property due to persons own negligence.These booking conditions do not waive Sunset Safaris from any of its obligations according to law. Minimum booking numbers & cancellation fees apply.

All Minors (people under the age of 18) who book day tours without a parent or guardian attending the tour must call or email Sunset Safaris to disclose their age before booking the tour. A waiver form will be provided for parents or guardians to sign before tour departure. If a minor arrives on tour without parent or guardian permission and without a signed form, the minor will not be able to participate in activities of risk, and will not be eligible for a refund. For Multi-Day Tours, minors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to be eligible to attend the tour.

PAYMENT

Your Tour payment is broken up into 2 components, your Sunset Safaris ticket price component ($1,039), and your Fraser Island, Moreton Island & Great Barrier Reef - LOCAL Fees ($320). The Fraser Island, Moreton Island & Great Barrier Reef - LOCAL Fees component of $320 must be paid in CASH to driver upon departure, while the $1,039 boarding pass can be purchased HERE on this web site.

CANCELLATIONS