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Things to See & Do
No wonder the Fraser Coast region is perfect by nature… there are so many things to do and see that you’ll want to stay for weeks.
Whatever your interest, you’ll find that we’ve just about got it covered!
- Love fishing? We have some of the best coastal and estuary fishing in Australia.
- What about 4-wheel-driving? Then we’ve got the largest sand island in the world to explore.
- Aquatic activities? We have them by the bucketful - from jet ski tours to Fraser Island to glass-bottom boat trips, sport-fishing charters to luxury cruisers, and houseboats to high-speed thrill rides.
- Relaxing? You’ll love our 16 kilometres of long, white sandy beaches.
- Swimming? We have one of the safest swimming beaches in Queensland…no stingers, mild temperatures, and calm waters protected by Fraser Island.
- Heritage? There are museums galore...in fact, it’s hard to beat the history of what was once the second-largest immigration port into Australia.
- How about culture? There are art galleries, craft shops, markets, local plays and visiting artists all year round.
- Dining? Alfresco waterfront dining is a specialty on the Fraser Coast, with fresh produce in abundance.
- Sports? We’ve got that covered, too…name a sport, and you’re pretty sure to find it on the Fraser Coast.
- Things for the kids? Try giant waterslides, go-karts, mini-golf, beach swimming and loads more.
- Aerial sightseeing? Fly over Fraser Island and the Great Sandy Strait in a helicopter, light aircraft, a Tiger Moth, or even a microlite.
Want more ideas?
- Explore Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world
- Have an up-close and personal encounter with a majestic humpback whale
- Enjoy year-round stinger-free swimming in warm waters
- Pack the rod for world-class beach and estuary fishing, or take a fishing charter into deeper waters
- Experience a range of watersports, including kayaking, jet skiing, windsurfing, snorkelling and scuba diving
- View the Fraser Coast from the air aboard a helicopter, aeroplane or microlite
- Cruise the Great Sandy Strait in a yacht or houseboat
- See some of the most historical buildings in Queensland
- Capture the essence of Australia’s early history at Maryborough’s Wharf Street Historic Precinct
- Cycle along Hervey Bay’s famous Esplanade
- Take Tourist Drive 12 around the Fraser Coast and delight in coastal fishing villages and historic inland towns
- Find a bargain at vibrant local markets
- Join in the excitement of a colourful festival
- Dine alfresco at a range of restaurants, cafes and pubs, many just metres from the water
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