Fraser Island, Australia

Cruise Port

Fraser Island

Sand island in Fraser Coast Region, Queensland, Australia.

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Overview

Fraser Island is a cruise port in Australia. It lies on the coast at approximately -25.24, 153.15.

About Fraser Island

K’gari, also known by its former name Fraser Island, is a World Heritage-listed sand island along the south-eastern coast in the Wide Bay–Burnett region of Queensland, Australia. The island lies approximately 250 km (160 mi) north of the state capital, Brisbane, and is within the Fraser Coast Region local council area. The world heritage listing includes the island, its surrounding waters and parts of the nearby mainland which make up the Great Sandy National Park. In the 2021 census, the island had a population of 152. Up to 500,000 people visit the island each year.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Fraser Island — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Fraser Island

Indian Head view on Fraser Island (May 2016)
Indian Head view on Fraser Island (May 2016)
Shelters at Boggimbah, Fraser Island,
Shelters at Boggimbah, Fraser Island,
StateLibQld 1 53084 Archibald Meston (1851-1924)
StateLibQld 1 53084 Archibald Meston (1851-1924)
SS Maheno shipwreck at Fraser Island Australia
SS Maheno shipwreck at Fraser Island Australia

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 27°C in Jan and coolest around 20°C in Jul (average daytime highs).

Jan
27°
22°
Feb
27°
22°
Mar
27°
22°
Apr
25°
20°
May
23°
17°
Jun
21°
15°
Jul
20°
14°
Aug
21°
15°
Sep
23°
16°
Oct
25°
18°
Nov
26°
20°
Dec
27°
22°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Fraser Island the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Fraser Island, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →