Destinations near Fraser Island, Queensland

Places To Visit

With so much to do around the Fraser Coast, it's worth spending a few days relaxing, seeing the whales and exploring this beautiful region.

In Hervey Bay, from July to November you can watch humpbacks frolic in the calm blue waters up close and personal. And there's also the 40 kilometres of pristine beaches for you to explore too. The clear tranquil waters of the Great Sandy Strait provide a perfect backdrop to hire a houseboat or sail a yacht and uncover the host of amazing bird and marine life. Escape the hustle and bustle of life and experience the Fraser Coast - because nothing compares to nature.

Burrum Coast

Burrum Coast

The Burrum Coast lies just a short distance north of Hervey Bay and Maryborough. More on Burrum Coast>

Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay

Come visit Hervey Bay, Australia's whale watching capital. More on Hervey Bay>

Great Sandy Strait

Great Sandy Strait

The Great Sandy Strait is teeming with amazing bird and marine life, including dugong, turtles, dolphins and reef fish. More on Great Sandy Strait>

Fraser Island

Fraser Island

Fraser Island is a unique natural environment and one of the few places on Earth where towering sub-tropical rainforest grows in the sand. More on Fraser Island>

Maryborough

Maryborough

Just west of Hervey Bay lies the heritage city of Maryborough, the gateway to the Fraser Coast. More on Maryborough>

All Cities and Towns

All Cities and Towns

View a list of all the places you can visit on your trip to this region. More on All Cities and Towns>