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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.
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See whales just metres away from the waterline aboard a small-group vessel with 360° open views.
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Learn about whale behaviour and marine life from your local guides, with the rare chance to swim alongside humpbacks if conditions allow.
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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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5-hour whale watching & island day tour
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Expert naturalists & crew
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Swimming with the whales (if weather permits)
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Direct access to Fraser Island’s secluded beaches & sandbanks
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Beach games & activities (beach cricket, swimming, snorkeling)
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Snorkeling gear & floatation devices
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Spot humpbacks up close and unwind on a remote Fraser Island beach during this 4.5-hour fast-boat adventure with water activities and the chance to swim with whales.
Getting started
Your adventure begins at Berth B1, Great Sandy Straits Marina in Hervey Bay. After a quick safety briefing, board Wipeout, a high-speed vessel that can accommodate up to 20 guests. With open-air 360° views, this vessel gets you closer, faster to your destination.
What to expect
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Up-close encounters: Cruise into Platypus Bay, where you can see humpback whales during migration. With a low waterline and open design, you’re just metres away from the action, watch for breaches, tail-slaps, and curious approaches. Weather permitting, you may even have the rare chance to swim alongside them.
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Beach activities and swimming: After time on the water, the boat pulls up to a hidden stretch of Fraser Island’s pristine western coastline. Here, you’ll step off onto a sandy beach or shallow sandbank for around 30 minutes of beach time, perfect for a swim, snorkeling, paddleboarding, or a friendly game of beach cricket. All gear is included.
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Seamless sea-to-shore adventure: The vessel’s agility means you’re never far from the action. With no need for docks or transfers, you’ll glide directly from whale sightings to white sands with minimal fuss and maximum time to explore.
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What to bring
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Bring your hat, waterproof jacket, sunscreen, swimwear, water bottle, medicines & a camera.
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Bring local currency for meals and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
What’s not allowed
- Alcohol is not allowed on this experience.
Accessibility
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The main deck is wheelchair accessible via ramps instead of stairs.
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This experience is not suitable for guests with pre-existing back, neck or hip injuries or pregnant women.
Additional information
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Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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Free parking is available at the marina.
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The boat can accommodate up to 20 people.
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Whale watching season is from July to October.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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