Experience the best whale watching in Australia on a half-day whale watching tour in beautiful Hervey Bay, Queensland. Each year from mid-July until late October, there's no place like Hervey Bay on Australia's east coast for breathtaking, up-close, and personal encounters with majestic Humpback Whales. Hervey Bay was recognised as the worlds first Whale Heritage Site and is known as the Whale Watching capital of Australia! Unlike the typical 'whale migration highway' in other locations, thousands of whales stay in the shallow calm waters off Hervey Bay for weeks to rest, play, and give birth before returning to Antartica.
With two nights accommodation included you can relax in Hervey Bay before and after your whale watching tour. Enjoy the beautiful 16 km beach and landscaped esplanade, boutique shopping at the sea-side villages, and the many fabulous cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs.
Self-drive to Hervey Bay or fly via major capital cities to Hervey Bay.
Make your way to the picturesque Esplanade, 16 km of pristine beaches, walking path, and breath-taking natural landscapes.
Check in to your included accommodation for 2-nights.
Enjoy the seaside villages of Torquay or Scarness where you'll find beachside cafes, bars, restaurants and shopping.
In the evening, head out to one of many specialty restaurants or clubs for a delicious dinner. Ask us for recommendations!
Experience Hervey Bay is here to help share our amazing destination with you, whether you are visiting for leisure, business, or a special event. You’ll be left transformed by the experiences, natural surroundings and wonderful tours that make your visit special.
Arrive at the Great Sandy Straits Marina ready for your cruise by 8.15 am. Board the luxurious 20 metre catamaran designed especially for whale watching with hydrophone, clear viewing decks and underwater viewing rooms.
Guaranteed whale sighting (or new ticket)
Expert accredited commentary
Friendly and experienced staff
Hydrophone equipped to hear the whales sing
Underwater viewing rooms
Tea/coffee with biscuits, cake and antipasto platter on the way home
Fully licensed bar
FREE Wi-Fi
Air-conditioned comfort in all cabin areas
FREE transfer from your Hervey Bay accommodation
Junior Whale Warrior Program
Enjoy a sleep-in and lazy brunch either over-looking the marina or beachside at Aquavue or Enzo's. On your final day explore more of the beautiful Hervey Bay Esplanade - cafes, shops, swim in the ocean, beach walk, fish of the piers, or walk the iconic Urangan Pier. On Saturday mornings, visit the Urangan Pier Markets.
