5 Night Itinerary - North

We’re inviting you to explore the Fraser Coast! We love everything about the Fraser Coast, especially the fact we get to explore the iconic Fraser Island (K’gari). We have put together this 5 night itinerary sailing our northern anchorages on your own private yacht. 

There is so much to see and experience! Did we mention from July to September you can witness the mother and calf humpback whales playing in the bay? It is a bucket list experience. 

Remember: our team is here to advise you on the best anchorages to suit the current weather conditions at any given time and this itinerary is just a guide. 

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Night 1: Harbour to moon point via pelican bank [1.5 hours]

After a comprehensive briefing by a licensed skipper, you’ll be taken out of the Great Sandy Straits Marina and be able to head off on your sailing holiday. The first anchorage for your 5 Night North itinerary is Moon Point. Here you can enjoy a stunning sunset with some drinks and a cheese platter. Don’t forget to check out Pelican Bank on your way north, you will marvel at the stunning white sand and crystal clear waters. 

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Night 2: Moon point to arch cliffs [2 hours]

It’s time to keep moving north! After overnighting at Moon Point, the halfway point of the west coast of Fraser Island. Get ready for another day of adventure as you depart toward Arch Cliffs. This trip will take you 2 hours and on arrival you will get to marvel at the magnificent coloured sands. Have your cameras ready for sunset as these cliffs put on a show with changing colours. 

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Night 3: Arch Cliffs to Wathumba (2 hours)

After a wonderful night taking in the colours of Arch Cliffs it’s time to sail (or motor) on to Wathumba Creek. It will take you 2 hours to travel to Wathumba Creek. When you arrive you’ll see it is the Fraser Coast’s answer to Whitehaven Beach because it is one of the most picturesque spots along the western coast of Fraser Island.

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Night 4: wathumba creek

This is a great opportunity to spend the day exploring Wathumba Creek in the tender. You can enjoy snorkelling, getting in some fishing action or laying around on the silica white sand, taking in the blues hues of Wathumba Creek. Tip: this is a great location to spot a purebred Fraser Island dingo.

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Night 5: wathumba creek to arch cliffs [2 hours]

Wake up in paradise after a day of exploring or relaxing. It’s now time to head back to Arch Cliffs for another spectacular afternoon sunset. You can also spend some time exploring the freshwaters creeks nearby and crabbing. This is anchorage has easy access to head back to the Great Sandy Straits Marina the next morning. You’ll be escorted into the harbour by one of our team members and finish up your 5 night itinerary sailing the Fraser Coast.

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