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Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruises
Hervey Bay whale watching tours offer an incredible opportunity to get up close and personal with the migrating Humpback Whales. The growing population of the whales make the nutrient-rich waters of Hervey Bay a resting point during their annual trek from Antarctica. This is the best time to join a cruise and head out for some whale watching fun!
The cruises navigate the protected waters of the Great Sandy National Park, where the whales play and frolic. From mothers and their offsprings to the juvenile younger ones and adult males, Hervey Bay whales include all groups! Watch them breach, blow, sing and play, all within metres of the boat. The whales are used to the cruises, and quite often, a curious whale swims close to you for inspection!
Most whale cruises in Hervey Bay are led by knowledgeable (and witty!) Captain and crew who will share fascinating insights into whales behaviours. Plus, some cruises offer extras like hydrophones and snorkelling opportunities
Book a Hervey Bay whale cruise today!
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9Hr Remote K’Gari & Whale Watching Cruise
Visit the UNESCO-listed K’gari & explore up to 3 remote locations. Swim, snorkel, kayak, amphibious rides & bushwalk. See whales & other wildlife.
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4Hr Humpback Whale Watching Encounter
Head to the world's whale-watching capital to see Humpback Whales on a purpose-built catamaran with water-level viewing platform & underwater windows.
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7hr Whale Watching Cruise & K’Gari Lunch
Full day tour combining a morning whale watching cruise and a resort lunch at K’Gari. Access to pool, spa, showers etc. Optional kayaking, SUP & more.
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Hervey Bay Morning Whale Watch Cruise
Morning departure cruise along the Great Sandy Straits & Platypus Bay to watch the whales at play – hydrophone to listen to whales sing, commentary etc.
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Hervey Bay Afternoon Whale Watch Cruise
Enjoy a magical evening on the Fraser Coast with this whale watching cruise and experience a close-up encounter with the Humpbacks. Tea, commentary, included.
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5.5Hr Whale Swim & Watch Tour
The only dedicated swim-with-whales tour in the region – join a professional PADI dive team to swim with the migrating Humpback Whales in Hervey Bay.
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4Hr Hervey Bay Whales & Beaches Tour
Ride on an 18-seater RIB, the only boat that offers whale watching, swim with whales (if conditions permit) and beachtime, all in a half-day tour.
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3Hr Hervey Bay Ultimate Whale Watch Tour
Join experts at Pacific Whale Foundation for a fun whale watching tour complete with all the whale facts, songs and acrobatics – a Tourism Australia signature experience.
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A First-Timer’s Guide To Whale Watching in Hervey Bay
Hervey Bay isn’t just another whale watching spot on the Australian map. This coastal gem in Queensland holds the prestigious titles of Australia's whale watching capital and the world's first Whale-Heritage site.
Posted on Jun 12, 2024
4 Reasons Why Hervey Bay Is The Whale Capital Of Australia
With its pristine waters and abundant marine life, Hervey Bay attracts thousands of Humpback Whales each year during their migration season. It is celebrated as the prime destination for whale watching in Australia, drawing visitors from all around the globe.
Posted on Mar 13, 2024
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