Great Sandy Strait

Welcome to the Great Sandy Strait - home to Fraser Island (K'gari), white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, hidden shipwrecks and more.

Fraser Island Boat Charters operates throughout the Great Sandy Strait and our charter area stretches as far north as Rooney Point off Fraser Island and south through the straits to Inskip Point.

This area is located between Fraser Island and the mainland at Hervey Bay. It's world recognised by UNESCO, has a diverse ecosystem and is teeming with marine life including dolphins, turtles and the famous humpback whales during their migration.

Whether you are looking to sit back and take in epic views, get out and explore the extensive network of creeks or bring the rods for some fishing action - a sailing holiday in this area has something for everyone.

If you're planning your sailing adventure with us and not sure exactly where to drop anchor each night, check out our interactive anchorages map.

This resource will offer insight on which anchorages will best suited to you based on wind direction, activities and what kind of adventure you're looking for.