Hervey Bay Whale Watching Tour

A half-day boat tour to see whales in their natural habitat

4.9 · Exceptional(40 reviews)
Free cancellation available

On this half-day tour, you’ll get the opportunity to take a boat ride in Hervey Bay and travel to whale-watching spots. You can enjoy the views from indoor and outdoor multi-level decks and relax during lunch or dinner.

You’ll board your boat in the Great Sandy Straits Marina and head to Platypus Bay, where you’ll be able to spot humpback whales breaching, pec- and tail-slapping, lunging and spy-hopping. Your expert guide will tell you about the whales’ behavior and give you more insights into their life with the use of a hydrophone and underwater cameras.

You’ll also have the chance to encounter bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat and cruise around Fraser Island, where you might see a wild dingo.

What's included

  • Guide services
  • Hydrophone and underwater cameras
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Nonalcoholic drinks
  • Multi-level viewing decks
  • Food

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Alcoholic drinks and snacks (available for purchase)
    • Souvenirs (available for purchase)

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Accessible to strollers
    • Public transit links nearby

    Health & Safety

    • Suitable for all fitness levels

    Restrictions

    • Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.
    • This activity might be canceled due to bad weather.
    • Comfortable footwear is recommended.

    Languages spoken by guide

    German
    French
    Spanish
    Italian

    Additional information

    Please inform the tour provider at the time of booking in case you have food allergies or dietary restrictions.

    Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat are recommended.

    Please note that in case you do not see whales during the tour, you'll be provided with another date to join the tour again.

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older, or be accompanied by an adult, to book.

    Operated by Whalesong Cruises

    Location

    Pick-up point
    Hervey Bay
    Please note that pickup is available from selected accommodations and hotels. Please enter your pickup details at checkout and contact the tour provider to confirm your pickup. Pickup times for the morning cruise are approximately as follows: - Point Vernon / Pialba: 07:05–07:15 - Scarness: 07:15–07:20 - Torquay: 07:20–07:30 - Urangan: 07:30–07:40. Pickup times for the afternoon cruise are approximately as follows: - Point Vernon / Pialba: 13:05–13:15 - Scarness: 13:15–13:20 - Torquay: 13:20–13:30 - Urangan: 13:30–13:40. Please contact the tour provider at least 24 hours before the tour to confirm your pickup time and location.

    User ratings

    4.9 · Exceptional(40 reviews)
    Good value
    5.0
    Facilities
    4.9
    Quality of service
    5.0
    Ease of access
    5.0

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