Manta Ray Barge is a locally owned Fraser Island Barge service.
As of Sunday 25th July 2021, Manta Ray Barge & Permit Office at 66 Rainbow Beach Road, Rainbow Beach will be CLOSED to make way for the construction of a new service station and office. Pre-paid bookings can be collected from our temporary office at 7 Karoonda Road, Rainbow Beach, Monday to Saturday, and Sunday at Gardiner Fisheries 1 Karoonda Road, Rainbow Beach.
All bookings for the barge and Qld Parks Vehicle and Camping permits will need to be done by contacting us at least one day prior to travel on 07 5486 3935, we will be unavailable as a walk-in service while construction is underway. Please note the barge remains unaffected and will operate as normal 6am to 5.15pm each day, you may purchase your barge ticket on board while the office is closed by Cash.
Please call the office 5486 3935 as we request all travelers and holiday makers to pre-book with our office. Pre-booking is the fastest option.
In regards to Covid-19 please keep updated through www.qld.gov.au
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The trip to Fraser Island from Inskip Point Rainbow Beach takes approximately 10 minutes and with 2-3 barges operating during peak seasons.
Manta Ray Barge & Permit Office Available by phone only – from 6.00am – 3.00pm weekdays / 6.00am – 12noon Saturday during construction of the Service Station
The Manta Ray Fraser Island Barge service is a small locally owned and independent Australian company and believe every Australian and also the overseas visitor should be able to enjoy the Fraser Island experience.
Approaching peak seasons it is highly recommended to purchase barge tickets and permits in advance especially camping permits.
Please contact our office on 07 5486 3935 and purchase your tickets and permits in advance and we can mail them to you.