Hervey Bay Whale Watching

Join a whale watching cruise in Hervey Bay, known for the closest humpback encounters in Australia. Spot whales up close as they play, breach, and swim in calm, sheltered waters.

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Tour boat with passengers on clear blue water in Hervey Bay.

Two humpback whales breaching from the ocean during a Hervey Bay whale watching tour.

Tour boat creating a wake in turquoise water near Hervey Bay beach.

Three people enjoying lunch on Hervey Bay's white sand beach with turquoise ocean.

Tour boat anchored near white sand beach on an island in Hervey Bay.

From Hervey Bay: Half-Day Whale Watching Cruise & Island Adventure Tour

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5 hr

Watch humpback whales up close on a 4.5-hour Hervey Bay fast-boat tour with beach time, snorkeling gear, and expert commentary.
See whales just metres away from the waterline aboard a small-group vessel with 360° open views.
Learn about whale behaviour and marine life from your local guides, with the rare chance to swim alongside humpbacks if conditions allow.
Relax on a remote Fraser Island beach where you can snorkel, paddleboard, or play beach games for 30 minutes before cruising back to the marina.

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Watch humpback whales up close on a 4.5-hour Hervey Bay fast-boat tour with beach time, snorkeling gear, and expert commentary.
See whales just metres away from the waterline aboard a small-group vessel with 360° open views.
Learn about whale behaviour and marine life from your local guides, with the rare chance to swim alongside humpbacks if conditions allow.
Relax on a remote Fraser Island beach where you can snorkel, paddleboard, or play beach games for 30 minutes before cruising back to the marina.

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AU$165

Guests on a boat deck view Fraser Island shoreline from Hervey Bay.

Humpback whale head with barnacles emerging from water in Hervey Bay.

Humpback whale breaching during a whale-watching tour in Hervey Bay.

Humpback whale's tail and seabirds on a whale watching tour in Husavik.

From Hervey Bay: Half-Day Whale Watching Cruise with 3 Viewing Levels & Refreshments

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4 hr

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See humpback whales up close on a 4-hour Hervey Bay cruise with an expert crew, refreshments & 3 viewing levels.
Watch whales breach beside the boat and hear their songs live through the onboard hydrophone.
Get real-time whale facts and conservation stories from an experienced crew onboard.
Pick a whale cruise that fits your day: morning with breakfast or afternoon with tea, both cruises bring you face-to-face with humpbacks in a relaxed setting.

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See humpback whales up close on a 4-hour Hervey Bay cruise with an expert crew, refreshments & 3 viewing levels.
Watch whales breach beside the boat and hear their songs live through the onboard hydrophone.
Get real-time whale facts and conservation stories from an experienced crew onboard.
Pick a whale cruise that fits your day: morning with breakfast or afternoon with tea, both cruises bring you face-to-face with humpbacks in a relaxed setting.

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AU$119

Aerial view of Fraser Island beach with a tour coach and visitors, K'gari.

Aerial view of Maheno Shipwreck on Fraser Island's beach, K'gari, with tourists exploring.

Guided forest walk on K'gari, Fraser Island with tourists and guide on wooden path.

Visitors enjoying the white sandy beach and clear waters of Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island, K'gari.

People enjoying Eli Creek on Fraser Island, K'gari, with clear water and surrounding greenery.

Visitors descending sand dune towards Lake Wabby on Fraser Island, K'gari.

Lake McKenzie on Fraser Island, K'gari with clear blue water and white sandy shore.

Maheno Shipwreck on sandy beach, Fraser Island, K'gari, under clear blue sky.

The Pinnacles' colorful sand cliffs on Fraser Island, K'gari, with lush vegetation.

From Hervey Bay: K'gari (Fraser Island) 1-Day Classic Coach Tour with Lunch

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11 hr

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Travel across K'gari in a custom 4WD coach with an expert local guide sharing stories about the island’s natural wonders and cultural heritage.
Enjoy round-trip return ferry and hotel transfers from Hervey Bay for a smooth and stress-free adventure to K’gari.
Take a dip in Lake McKenzie’s bright blue waters and float down the relaxing, freshwater stream of Eli Creek.
See the rusting Maheno Shipwreck and learn about the rainbow-hued sands and the dreamtime stories at The Pinnacles.

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Travel across K'gari in a custom 4WD coach with an expert local guide sharing stories about the island’s natural wonders and cultural heritage.
Enjoy round-trip return ferry and hotel transfers from Hervey Bay for a smooth and stress-free adventure to K’gari.
Take a dip in Lake McKenzie’s bright blue waters and float down the relaxing, freshwater stream of Eli Creek.
See the rusting Maheno Shipwreck and learn about the rainbow-hued sands and the dreamtime stories at The Pinnacles.

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AU$290

Catamaran sailing near Fraser Island, K'gari with people on deck, clear blue water.

Dolphins swimming in clear blue ocean water.

People relaxing on a floating mat near a sailboat during a dolphin eco cruise, Fraser Island, K'gari.

People relaxing on a catamaran net during an eco cruise near Fraser Island, K'gari.

Dolphin leaping from the water during eco cruise, Fraser Island, K'gari.

From Hervey Bay: K'gari (Fraser Island) Dolphin Eco-Sailing Cruise

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4 hr

Cruise through the Great Sandy Strait aboard an eco-friendly sailing vessel with an expert skipper telling you cool facts about the sea life around you.
Watch wild bottlenose and Australian humpback dolphins swimming, playing, and splashing just meters from the boat.
Spot sea turtles, dugongs, and seabirds as you journey through one of Queensland’s most vibrant marine ecosystems.
Stretch out on wide decks or unwind in the shade with a warm cup of tea and fresh fruit, with a small group onboard.

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Cruise through the Great Sandy Strait aboard an eco-friendly sailing vessel with an expert skipper telling you cool facts about the sea life around you.
Watch wild bottlenose and Australian humpback dolphins swimming, playing, and splashing just meters from the boat.
Spot sea turtles, dugongs, and seabirds as you journey through one of Queensland’s most vibrant marine ecosystems.
Stretch out on wide decks or unwind in the shade with a warm cup of tea and fresh fruit, with a small group onboard.

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AU$110