4WD hire
+ Kingfisher
K'Gari
Experience K'Gari over multiple days with everything organised — your 4WD, return ferry from Hervey Bay, national park permit and hotel accommodation at Kingfisher Bay Resort all in one booking. Stay at the island's premier resort, explore by day and relax in comfort each evening. Choose a Jimny for couples or a LandCruiser for groups.
Everything organised.
Stay at the island's premier resort.
This is a complete multi-day K'Gari experience — ferry, vehicle, permits, accommodation and maps all in one booking. No need to arrange anything separately. Collect from our Hervey Bay depot and head straight for the island.
- 4WD vehicle hire (Jimny or LandCruiser — your choice)
- Return vehicle ferry transfers from River Heads
- National park permit
- Kingfisher Bay Resort hotel accommodation
- Maps, tide times & suggested itineraries
- Comprehensive safety briefing before departure
- Damage cover included
- Fuel not included — fill up before the ferry
- Food, water and supplies must be purchased before arriving at the depot
- Vehicles must be returned clean with underbody wash
- Driving restrictions apply on the island
Located on the western side of K'Gari — the main ferry arrival point. A full resort-style stay with hotel rooms, pool, restaurants and bar.
- Hotel-style accommodation
- Swimming pool, restaurants & bar on-site
- Close to Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek & Maheno Shipwreck
- Ideal for first-time visitors & those wanting comfort
During school holidays and major travel seasons, a minimum 3-day hire applies and surcharge pricing may apply. Standard periods require a minimum 2-day hire. Kingfisher accommodation is limited and in high demand during peak periods — book early to secure availability.
From Hervey Bay
to the island and beyond.
The same structure applies for both vehicle types. Arrive at our Hervey Bay depot, complete your safety briefing, board the ferry and check in at Kingfisher Bay Resort on arrival.
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Before departureArrive at our Hervey Bay depotArrive approximately 1.5 hours before your ferry departure. All passengers must be present. Purchase all food, water and supplies before arriving — these cannot be bought at the depot.
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40 minutesSafety briefing & vehicle collectionComplete your comprehensive safety briefing before departure. Collect your vehicle, maps, tide times and itinerary. All ferry times are confirmed after booking.
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~45 minutesFerry crossing to K'GariVehicle ferry from River Heads to K'Gari. Return crossing included. Ferry times are scheduled by our team and confirmed after booking.
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On arrivalArrive at Kingfisher Bay ResortThe ferry arrives right at Kingfisher Bay Resort on the western side of K'Gari. Check in to your hotel room — the resort has a pool, restaurants and bar, making it the most comfortable base on the island.
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Each dayExplore K'Gari at your own paceLake McKenzie, 75 Mile Beach, Eli Creek, Maheno Shipwreck and Central Station — your itinerary is based on tide times so you get the best of the island each day.
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Final dayReturn ferry + drive backRefuel and complete underbody wash before the return ferry. Drive back from River Heads to Hervey Bay after the crossing. Hire durations are based on calendar days, not nights.
New to 4WD or sand driving? No problem. Every booking includes a comprehensive 40-minute safety briefing at our Hervey Bay depot. We cover everything — sand technique, tyre pressures, creek crossings and island-specific conditions. First-timers are very welcome in both vehicles.
Same resort. Same island.
Pick your vehicle.
Both vehicles include the same ferry, accommodation and inclusions. Choose the Jimny for couples (max 2), or the LandCruiser for groups of 1–6. Select the right size group when booking the LandCruiser.
Compact, nimble and easy to drive — the Jimny is ideal for couples and pairs wanting to explore K'Gari at their own pace over multiple days. Simple, affordable and perfectly capable for all of the island's main tracks. Option to upgrade to a LandCruiser if you need more space.
The full-size option — a Toyota LandCruiser or Prado with ample space for up to 6 people and all their luggage. More comfortable for multi-day trips, with greater storage capacity and a more relaxed driving experience. Same Kingfisher Bay Resort accommodation and inclusions as the Jimny package.
Select your group size below. The LandCruiser package is split into two booking options for 1–3 people and 4–6 people. Same vehicle, same resort, same experience — just choose the right size for your group.
More of K'Gari.
Over multiple days.
Staying at Kingfisher Bay Resort on the western side of K'Gari, you're perfectly positioned to explore the whole island. With your own 4WD you can venture far beyond the resort at your own pace.
Maps, tide times and suggested itineraries are included. Your daily itinerary is based on tide times and conditions — we give you everything you need at your safety briefing so you know exactly where to go and when. Kingfisher Bay Resort is your base — the island's best highlights are just a short drive away.
Suzuki Jimny —
select your dates.
For couples and pairs. Maximum 2 people. Includes Kingfisher Bay Resort accommodation and return ferry.
4WD + Hotel — Jimny (1–2 people)
Hervey Bay Collection · Return ferry · Kingfisher Bay Resort · Max 2 people · Min 2-day hire
Book Here - Kingfisher Hotel + Jimny
$5,000 refundable security bond required at vehicle collection. A physical credit or debit card is required. Released in full after your hire.
Toyota LandCruiser —
1 to 3 people.
For couples and small groups of up to 3. Includes Kingfisher Bay Resort accommodation and return ferry. Same vehicle and experience as the 4–6 person option.
4WD + Hotel — LandCruiser (1–3 people)
Hervey Bay Collection · Return ferry · Kingfisher Bay Resort · 1–3 people · Min 2-day hire
Book Here - Kingfisher Hotel + Landcrusier (1 - 3Pax)
Group of 4–6? Scroll down for the 4–6 person booking option — same vehicle and resort, just the right pricing for your group size.
Toyota LandCruiser —
4 to 6 people.
For families and groups of 4 to 6. Includes Kingfisher Bay Resort accommodation and return ferry. Same vehicle and experience as the 1–3 person option — best value per person for groups.
4WD + Hotel — LandCruiser (4–6 people)
Hervey Bay Collection · Return ferry · Kingfisher Bay Resort · 4–6 people · Min 2-day hire
Book Here - Kingfisher Hotel + Landcrusier (4 - 6Pax)
$5,000 refundable security bond required at vehicle collection. A physical credit or debit card is required. Released in full after your hire.
Important information.
Applies to all vehicle options — Jimny and LandCruiser.
Collect from our Hervey Bay depot — close to the River Heads ferry terminal. Arrive approximately 1.5 hours before your ferry. All passengers must be present.
All food, water and supplies must be purchased before arriving at the depot. There are no shops at the depot. Plan ahead before you leave for Hervey Bay.
Standard: minimum 2-day hire. Peak periods (school holidays etc.): minimum 3-day hire. Hire is in calendar days — not nights or 24-hour periods.
Jimny: max 2 people. LandCruiser (1–3 booking): up to 3 people. LandCruiser (4–6 booking): 4–6 people. Choose the right booking for your group.
Refundable $5,000 pre-authorisation required at vehicle collection. Physical credit or debit card required. Released after hire.
Fuel not included. Vehicles must be returned clean with an underbody wash after beach and island use. Driving restrictions apply on K'Gari.
Our Geebung depot is close to Brisbane Airport — collect from 8:00am and drive north at your own pace.
Questions before you book?
We're here to help.
Our team knows K'Gari inside out. Call us, send a message or submit a booking request — usually same-day response.