This is a tranquil, eco-friendly base to explore the beauty, landscapes, and wildlife of the biggest sand island in the world.
From the white-bellied sea eagle we spot on the 45-minute ferry crossing from Hervey Bay to the whistling kite that heralds our arrival at the resort jetty, the welcoming committee at Kingfisher Bay Resort hints at things to come. Located on Butchulla Country on K’gari’s sheltered western side, the eco-resort was established in 1992, the same year the island received UNESCO World Heritage listing. From the jetty it’s a 400-metre walk or buggy ride to reception.
The check-in process, which was partially completed at the ferry terminal, is quick and seamless. My luggage beats me to my room and within minutes I’m on the beach at the Sunset Bar, toes in the sand, raising a glass of bubbles to the chillest start to an island getaway ever.If the exterior was designed to integrate with the environment, the interior of the lobby was engineered for impact.
I eat at Dune, the resort’s new Asian-fusion restaurant, on two of the three nights of my stay. From the crab bao buns to the Thai green chicken curry to the papaya salad, every dish zings with flavour and authenticity.Sand and Wood restaurant overlooks the pool and is the place for a hearty breakfast buffet or light snacks and lunch. The Sand Bar and Bistro dishes up good pub grub in a bush setting.At 122 kilometres long, K’gari is the largest sand island in the world.
Kingfisher Bay Resort is a tranquil, eco-friendly base for exploring the beauty, landscapes, and wildlife of K’gari. Over its 32 years of operation, the resort has gathered a loyal following but continues to evolve and offer new experiences.Bronze package including two nights in a standard hotel room, daily buffet breakfast, return ferry transfers and entry to the light show from $340 a person, twin share. Accessible rooms available.
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