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Accommodation and facilities
Accommodation
The Fraser Island Research and Learning Centre at Dilli Village has comfortable bunkhouses, self-contained cabins and an open grassed area for camping. The entire site is surrounded by dingo-proof fences.
Cabins
The cabins are perfect for families, groups or individuals looking for a comfortable place to stay while exploring the island.
There are six cabins, each of which has a double bed and single bunkbed in one bedroom, with a double bunkbed in the other bedroom, in total sleeping up to five people. Half cabins are also available but these are not available to book during peak times.
Cabins are self-contained and include a toilet and shower, as well as a small kitchenette with sink, fridge, kettle, toaster, microwave, and crockery and cutlery provided.
Environmentally friendly soap, shampoo and conditioner are provided in the cabins and the amenities block.
Cost
- 2 bedroom cabin: A$100 per night (maximum five persons)
- Half cabin: A$60 per night (maximum three persons—not available for booking during peak times)
Bunkhouses
There are five bunkhouses with four rooms in each. Each room contains one double bed or two single beds. Total capacity is 40 people.
Cost
- Per room: A$40 per night (maximum two persons)
Camping
The grassed area for camping can accommodate a number of tents of differing sizes as well as caravans and 4WD campervans.
The prices quoted below are for our standard campsite, which measures 5 x 5 metres.
If you require a larger site than this, an additional A$5 per person, per night will be charged.
Cost
- Adults: A$10 per person, per night
- Children 7–15 years: A$5 per person, per night
- Children under 7 years: free of charge
- Powered sites: A$5 per night extra
Dilli Village is one of the few places on Fraser Island that permits campfires, providing there is not a total fire ban in place on the island.
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Facilities
The Fraser Island Research and Learning Centre has a range of facilities with options for campers, researchers and school groups.
Modern toilet and shower facilities, covered barbeque areas, powered camping sites and cabins are all within the safety of a dingo-proof fence.
A dining area with kitchen facilities is available for self-catering and use by large groups. Please contact the on-site caretakers for kitchen hire costs.
Researchers and students have access to an open classroom for lessons or lectures.
Self-catering
The cabins are partially self-contained (microwave but no oven). Additionally, a number of barbecues are available, free-of-charge, for guest use.
Groups may hire the kitchen and dining hall for self-catering purposes. Please contact our on-site caretakers for kitchen hire costs.
Amenities for bunkhouse and campsite stays
The female and male amenities blocks provide toilets and showers for campsite and bunkhouse users.
Day-use of the site
Picnic and barbecue areas, a lawn area, picnic tables, toilets and hot showers are available for day-use by visitors.
Cost
- Vehicle charge: A$15 per vehicle up to four people then A$2.50 per person for each additional person
Policy on rubbish
Fraser Island is a World Heritage-listed site and all rubbish brought to the island by users must be taken off the island. This is the responsibility of each hirer/group.
Check in/check out
Dilli Village operates principally as an environmental education camp. As such, we aim to remain as flexible as possible with your check in and check out times.
However, when there is another group arriving on the day of your departure, the standard departure time is 10am.
Bookings
You can make booking enquiries using the Registration Form (PDF 26KB) / Registration Form (Word 93KB). Alternatively, you can telephone the Dilli Village on-site caretakers on +61 7 4127 9130.
All group bookings must be finalised at least 14 days before your planned visit. Group rates and educational discounts are available.
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