A premier women’s group travel experience, this ultimate 5-night 4WD odyssey journeys from the Sunshine Coast to the untouched paradise of North Stradbroke Island (Straddie). Travelling in high-clearance 4WDs, you will witness the breathtaking transition from coastal sand highways and ancient tea-tree lakes to pristine marine gorge walks and rich First Nations heritage.
Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island)
5 Nights | Dates:: 18-23 April, 2027
From $3,575.00 all inclusive per person, twin share
This all-inclusive, small-group journey for women celebrates pristine island ecology, ancient cultural connection, and the thrill of coastal exploration. Together, we’ll trace a path through sweeping sand highways, hidden freshwater lagoons, and dramatic rocky headlands teeming with marine life. Every milestone, from sharing stories with traditional owners to spotting dolphins from the gorge trails, is intentionally paced to leave plenty of room for deep connection, quiet reflection, and the joy of shared discovery . The Story of Minjerribah: Where the Wild Sea Meets the Soul Long before the maps called it Stradbroke, the Quandamooka people named this sacred island Minjerribah - the Island in the Sun . It is a place where time operates on an entirely different rhythm, dictated not by calendars and traffic lights, but by the slow, powerful pull of the tides and the warmth of the sub-tropical breeze. To cross Moreton Bay and watch the mainland fade into the horizon is to feel a physical shift - a sudden shedding of daily expectations, a deep breath into the lungs, and a return to something wild, raw, and beautifully untamed. Minjerribah is a landscape of spectacular geological contrasts. Here, towering volcanic headlands drop dramatically into a roaring, neon-blue ocean, where massive manta rays, sea turtles, and playful pods of dolphins glide through crystal-clear waters just metres beneath your feet. Turn your back on the rugged cliffs, and the island pulls you into its quiet, ancient heart. You will drive your 4WD through hidden sand tracks to discover sacred, perched fres
Travelling seamlessly in high-clearance 4WDs, to North Stradbroke Island (affectionately known as Straddie ), your tight-knit crew will cruise along deserted sand highways, float in skin-soothing natural tea-tree lakes, and spot spectacular marine life from the rugged clifftops of the North Gorge walk. Supported entirely by expert female guides who handle the driving, the tide tracking, and the creation of some of your gourmet meals, you will skip the exhausting rush of typical tourism while staying in a luxury oasis. Day 1: The Ocean Crossing & Sunset Clifftops (Sunday) The Journey : Meet in Maleny by 10.00am. We will jump straight into our premium, high-clearance 4WD vehicles and head south down the scenic highway toward Cleveland. From there, we roll onto the 45-minute Sea Link vehicle barge, cruising across the calm, blue waters of Moreton Bay. The Magic : Arriving on the island, we navigate to Point Lookout and check into our luxury beach house. Meals : Light Lunch and Dinner included Day 2: The Marine Gorge Walk & Main Beach Sand Highway (Monday) The Walk : Lace up your walking shoes for the famous North Gorge Walk —a gentle 1.2 km timber boardwalk winding around rugged volca