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The best places to see turtles in Queensland include:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Mon Repos\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25f432cbcbe7073ad8f3b-mon-repos\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMon Repos\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Bundaberg\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/bundaberg\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBundaberg\u003C/a\u003E:\u003C/b\u003E Here you’ll find the largest turtle conservation rookery in the South Pacific. Join a park ranger to watch turtles hatch under the stars, and scope out the \u003Ca title=\"Mon Repos Turtle Centre\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b265262cbcbe7073adf134-mon-repos-turtle-centre-mon-repos-conservation-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETurtle Centre\u003C/a\u003E with immersive exhibits.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Heron Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/heron-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHeron Island\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Things to do Gladstone\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/things-to-do-in-gladstone\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGladstone\u003C/a\u003E:\u003C/b\u003E Both Green and Loggerhead turtle species call Heron Island home. Stroll straight from the beach into the coral cay alongside baby turtles. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Lady Musgrave Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d557b935fbe730dba9a-lady-musgrave-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELady Musgrave Island\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Gladstone\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGladstone\u003C/a\u003E:\u003C/b\u003E Jump on the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b265c87b935fbe730e4d88-lady-musgrave-experience\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Lady Musgrave Experience\"\u003ELady Musgrave Experience\u003C/a\u003E, one of the region’s highest-awarded eco tour guides, to snorkel and dive amongst incredible coral bommies teaming with turtles.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EBat Season (December–March)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EQueensland’s \u003Ca title=\"Capricorn \" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECapricorn region\u003C/a\u003E is one of the country’s best spots to witness bat colonies. At Bat Cleft in \u003Ca title=\"Mount Etna Caves National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260292cbcbe7073ada249-mount-etna-caves-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMount Etna Caves National Park\u003C/a\u003E, just outside \u003Ca title=\"Rockhampton\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/rockhampton\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERockhampton\u003C/a\u003E, around 180,000 bent-wing bats emerge at sunset during summer. This is one of only five maternity sites in Australia and home to 80% of the nation’s breeding females. Join a Torchlight Tour for a front-row seat to this spectacular nightly show.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EChasing Summer Waterfalls\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESummer rainfall transforms Queensland’s landscapes into lush, green wonderlands. Northern regions see \u003Ca title=\"Waterfalls\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/waterfalls\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewaterfalls\u003C/a\u003E thundering at full force, while calmer winds bring super-clear conditions on the Great Barrier Reef, perfect for snorkelling and diving. \u003Ca title=\"The best waterfalls in Queensland you can swim in\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/waterfalls/queensland-waterfalls-swimming-spots\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETick off some of our favourites here\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_234309497":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Autumn\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EAutumn Wildlife in Queensland: Koalas and Manta Rays\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_2101570754":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2019_BNE_LonePineKoalaSanctuary_WildlifeExperiences_MarkFitz_139798.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2019_BNE_LonePineKoalaSanctuary_WildlifeExperiences_MarkFitz_139798.jpg","alt":"A koala and her joey in a tree at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Brisbane","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-seasonal-nature-wildlife-calendar/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_2101570754.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1769472147001/2019-bne-lonepinekoalasanctuary-wildlifeexperiences-markfitz-139798.jpeg","uuid":"5f6adc33-48e5-4b1f-b35b-b825de8df030","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Brisbane",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2054681598":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EAs the weather cools, Queensland comes alive with seasonal wildlife experiences. From spotting newborn koala joeys to swimming with graceful manta rays, autumn is a top time to explore the state’s wild side.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EKoala Season (March–May)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMarch is when the cutest locals come out to play, \u003Ca title=\"Facts about Koalas\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/koala-facts\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ekoala\u003C/a\u003E joeys begin to peek out of their mother’s pouch, making autumn the perfect time to spot them in the wild. Queensland is home to some of the country’s most significant koala habitats, especially in quieter, less developed regions where they thrive.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Sunshine Coast\" href=\"/content/teq/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E: where coastal bushland blends into lush hinterland forests, creating prime koala country.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island)\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/north-stradbroke-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMinjerribah (North Stradbroke Island)\u003C/a\u003E: just a short ferry ride from Brisbane, you’ll find clusters of koalas nestled high in the gum trees.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you miss seeing koalas in the wild, don’t worry, you can still enjoy a close encounter. Iconic sanctuaries such as \u003Ca title=\"Lone Pine Sanctuary\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b262122cbcbe7073adc7cf-lone-pine-koala-sanctuary\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELone Pine Koala Sanctuary\u003C/a\u003E in Brisbane and \u003Ca title=\"Australia Zoo\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d472880253d74c44993-australia-zoo\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAustralia Zoo\u003C/a\u003E on the Sunshine Coast, offer the chance to learn about conservation and maybe even enjoy a cuddle.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EManta Ray Encounters (May–August)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe cooler waters of late autumn and winter draw manta rays to Queensland’s coastline in impressive numbers. These gentle giants are a bucket-list sight, gliding gracefully through the shallows and reefs. Top spots to swim with manta rays in Queensland include:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Lady Elliot Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/bundaberg/lady-elliot-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELady Elliot Island\u003C/a\u003E: often called the “home of the manta ray,” thanks to its thriving year-round population. \u003Ca title=\"Great Barrier Reef Day Trip to Lady Elliot Island - Hervey Bay & Bundaberg\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25ecf2cbcbe7073ad867b-great-barrier-reef-day-trip-to-lady-elliot-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThis tour\u003C/a\u003E includes a scenic flight and guided snorkel. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"The Whitsundays\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe Whitsundays\u003C/a\u003E: crystal-clear waters provide incredible visibility for spotting rays. Head to aptly named Manta Ray Bay - a playground of underwater valleys, caves and swim-throughs\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"North Stradbroke Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/north-stradbroke-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMinjerribah (North Stradbroke Island)\u003C/a\u003E: one of the state’s best mainland-accessible manta encounters. Your best chance to see them is to gear up and scuba at \u003Ca title=\"Manta Bommie Dive Site\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b265967b935fbe730e4adf-manta-bommie-dive-site\" target=\"_self\"\u003EManta Bommie Dive Site\u003C/a\u003E - known as one of the top ten dive sites in Australia.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Winter\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWinter Wildlife in Queensland: Whale Watching and Swimming With Minkes\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_312962528":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/fraser-coast/blog-images/2022_FC_HerveyBayWhaleWatch_KristaEpplestun_153737.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/fraser-coast/blog-images/2022_FC_HerveyBayWhaleWatch_KristaEpplestun_153737.jpg","alt":"Guided tour to encounter wild humpback whales in the waters off K'gari","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-seasonal-nature-wildlife-calendar/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_312962528.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1769472147029/2022-fc-herveybaywhalewatch-kristaepplestun-153737.jpeg","uuid":"05f83325-516f-40c5-9d17-18a804e8ddb9","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Hervey Bay Whale Watch, Hervey Bay, Fraser Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_13217004":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWinter in Queensland means one thing: whale season. From humpback whale migrations to rare encounters with minke whales, this is the time of year to witness some of the ocean’s most awe-inspiring giants.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EHumpback Whales (June–November)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEach winter, more than 25,000 humpback whales travel through Queensland’s warm waters on their annual migration from Antarctica, often with calves in tow. The state is home to some of the best whale watching in the world, with Hervey Bay recognised as the world’s first Whale Heritage Site. Top spots for humpback whale watching in Queensland include:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Whale watching Hervey Bay\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/whale-watching-hervey-bay\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHervey Bay\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Fraser Coast\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/fraser-coast\" target=\"_self\"\u003EFraser Coast\u003C/a\u003E: the ultimate destination for up-close encounters, including the chance to swim alongside them. There’s plenty of tours to suit every type of adventurer \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/whale-watching-hervey-bay#tours\"\u003Ehere\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Gold Coast\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGold Coast\u003C/a\u003E: From \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56fbaba2008d047f7b18af48-coolangatta\" title=\"Coolangatta\"\u003ECoolangatta\u003C/a\u003E to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56fbaba6c3da9d9a7b8b04d9-surfers-paradise\" title=\"Surfers Paradise\"\u003ESurfers Paradise\u003C/a\u003E, the Gold Coast welcomes the first pods and is the best place to watch them at the start and end of the season as they make the way back to Antarctica. Check out \u003Ca title=\"Sea World Cruises\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25fa47b935fbe730defff-sea-world-cruises\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESea World Cruises\u003C/a\u003E to get up close and personal.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Brisbane\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E: Cruise out into Moreton Bay with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dd07b935fbe730dc625-brisbane-whale-watching\" title=\"Brisbane Whale Watching\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBrisbane Whale Watching\u003C/a\u003E, a purpose built whale watching vessel that departs daily from Redcliffe. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Sunshine Coast\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E: Hop aboard \u003Ca title=\"Sunreef Mooloolaba\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25fbc2cbcbe7073ad98f2-sunreef-mooloolaba\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunreef Mooloolaba\u003C/a\u003E\u003Ca\u003E,\u003C/a\u003E and you'll not only witness the magic from the surface but also have the option to swim with the whales.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EMinke Whales (June–July)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EQueensland has bragging rights as also the only place in Australia where you can swim with the \u003Ca title=\"Everything you need to know about swimming with dwarf minke whales\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/swimming-with-dwarfe-minke-whales?redirect=blog.queensland.com/2019/07/12/swimming-with-dwarf-minke-whales/\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eelusive dwarf minke whale\u003C/a\u003E. Found in the northern reaches of the Cairns & Great Barrier Reef region, minkes appear only for a short season during June and July. For an unforgettable encounter, join a liveaboard expedition with expert operators like \u003Ca title=\"Mike Ball Dive Expeditions\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25e012cbcbe7073ad7664-mike-ball-dive-expeditions\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMike Ball Dive Expeditions\u003C/a\u003E, offering the rare chance to share the water with these curious creatures.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Spring\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ESpring in Queensland: Wildflowers, Jacarandas and Coral Spawning\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_538523754":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2024_BNE_NewFarmPark_Jacarandas_JesseLindemann_155897.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2024_BNE_NewFarmPark_Jacarandas_JesseLindemann_155897.jpg","alt":"Family walking amongst Jacaranda trees","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-seasonal-nature-wildlife-calendar/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_538523754.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1769472147058/2024-bne-newfarmpark-jacarandas-jesselindemann-155897.jpeg","uuid":"3bf8af4a-9c8f-4c13-b940-2e2e0445996b","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"New Farm Park, Brisbane",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1705823898":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESpring in Queensland isn’t just about wildlife, it’s when the landscape itself bursts into life. From wildflower blooms in the Outback to jacarandas painting city streets purple, this is one of the most colourful times of year to explore the state.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EWildflower Season (September–October)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAfter the spring rains, the Western Downs transform into sweeping fields of native wildflowers. This annual display draws photographers, road trippers and nature lovers keen to see Queensland’s wildflowers in full bloom. Check out \u003Ca title=\"When and where to see flowers bloom across Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/where-to-see-wildflowers-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethis ultimate guide on where to see them\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EJacaranda Season (October–November)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn late spring, jacaranda trees cover Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and southern Queensland countryside in a vibrant purple haze. It’s a picture-perfect time to visit the city’s parks and riverfront walks. \u003Ca title=\"These are the best places to see jacarandas in Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/these-are-the-best-places-to-see-jacarandas-in-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHere's exactly where to see them\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ECoral Spawning (November)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESpring also brings one of nature’s most extraordinary events, \u003Ca title=\"Everything you need to know about coral spawning on the Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/coral-spawning\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ecoral spawning\u003C/a\u003E on the \u003Ca title=\"Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"/content/teq/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E. Around the November full moon, billions of coral polyps release eggs and sperm in a synchronised explosion that turns the reef into a dazzling underwater snowstorm. Operators like \u003Ca title=\"Divers Den\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dd4d5f1565045da05f1-divers-den\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDivers Den\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Pro Dive Cairns\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dcd2880253d74c45425-pro-dive-cairns\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPro Dive\u003C/a\u003E all offer night trips out to the Reef to witness this magic in real life. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Year\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EYear-Round Wildlife Encounters in Queensland \u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1309169865":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/campaign/global/tactical/2025_08/drive/156395-156395-6.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/campaign/global/tactical/2025_08/drive/156395-156395-6.jpg","alt":"A couple watch wallabies on the beach at Cape Hillsborough","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/queensland-seasonal-nature-wildlife-calendar/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1309169865.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1769472147082/156395-156395-6.jpeg","uuid":"dca3665b-98f0-48fb-b751-35d6e5ba3233","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Cape Hillsborough National Park, Mackay ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1469482169":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe beauty of Queensland’s seasonal \u003Ca title=\"The nature lovers Pacific Coast Way\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/nature-lovers-pacific-coast-way\" target=\"_self\"\u003Enature and wildlife\u003C/a\u003E calendar is that incredible encounters aren’t limited to a single season, so many goosebump-inducing experiences can be enjoyed year-round.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ECassowaries and Crocodiles (Tropical North Queensland)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHead north to the \u003Ca title=\"Daintree Rainforest\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cape-tribulation-and-the-daintree\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDaintree Rainforest\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Mission Beach\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/mission-beach\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMission Beach\u003C/a\u003E and Cape Tribulation, where you can spot the elusive \u003Ca title=\"9 curious cassowary facts\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/facts-about-the-cassowary\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ecassowary\u003C/a\u003E roaming the rainforest floor. Along the waterways, keep your eyes peeled for saltwater crocodiles basking on the riverbanks.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EDingoes and Dolphins (Fraser Coast & Sunshine Coast)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOn \u003Ca title=\"K'gari\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/fraser-coast/kgari\" target=\"_self\"\u003EK’gari (Fraser Island)\u003C/a\u003E - the world’s largest sand island - you’ll likely encounter \u003Ca title=\"Dingo facts\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/kgari-dingo-facts\" target=\"_self\"\u003Edingoes\u003C/a\u003E in their natural habitat. 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