Many of the boats departing the Urangan Marina in Hervey Bay head north into Platypus Bay. And who could blame them, there are endless fishing opportunities and gorgeous, isolated beaches to explore. However, not everyone has a vessel capable of such a trip. And for some newer boaties, they lack the confidence to attempt such…
Category: Exploring
The Complete Guide for Boating to Pelican Bank
If you are holidaying in Hervey Bay, one of the places you must visit is Pelican Bank. The good news! For those people who do not own a boat. Is that many of the local tour operators visit Pelican Bank as part of their day trip charters. If you do own a boat and have…
Wathumba Creek – Overnight Camping & Fishing Trip
The western side of Fraser Island holds many treasures. Especially for boaties with one of my favourite places to visit being Wathumba Creek. With miles of pristine white sandy beaches running north and south. Crystal clear water and an abundance of marine life and fishing options, it truly is paradise. In fact, when friends or…
Essential Information for Land Based Fishing in Hervey Bay
Hervey Bay located on the Fraser Coast, Queensland, Australia is well known internationally for its fishing. Many anglers are drawn towards the fishing opportunities which exist within the Great Sandy Strait, Platypus Bay & further north near the Break Sea Spit. All of which, require a boat to access. Perhaps less well known are the…
Important Coongul Creek Day Trip and Camping Information
Whether for a day trip or overnight camping. Coongul Creek, is another of our favourite destinations on the western side of Fraser Island, Queensland, Australia. Only 9 nautical miles (16.5 kilometres) from the Urangan marina. Makes Coongul Creek ideal for a family day trip and offers all the wonders of the harder to reach locations…