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Highlights
- Start a 4-hour whale watching adventure departing from Hervey Bay, where you'll witness humpback whales up close in their natural environment.
- Experience thrilling moments as you observe humpbacks breaching, spy-hopping, and tail-slapping either from the deck or the water-level viewing platform.
- Enjoy convenient round-trip hotel transfers along with light refreshments while cruising through Hervey Bay's pristine waters.
Your Experience
Start a half-day cruise from Hervey Bay to witness humpback whales up close. Enjoy expert commentary, comfortable seating, and onboard tea service as you explore the Great Sandy Straits Marina.
Getting started
Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel in Hervey Bay. After checking in at Great Sandy Straits Marina and receiving a safety briefing, set sail on your catamaran for an memorable whale-watching adventure.
- Welcome aboard: Receive a warm welcome with tea as you meet the crew and guide who will share insights into what lies ahead during the cruise.
- Meet the whales: Observe humpback whales in their natural habitat, witnessing breaches and tail-slaps while your expert guide shares fascinating whale facts.
- Sit back & relax: Enjoy a cup of tea, sample antipasti, and observe marine life through the underwater viewing window as you unwind on board.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 4-hour whale watching cruise
- Round-trip hotel transfers from Hervey Bay
- Expert naturalist guide on board
- Access to water level viewing platform for enhanced experience
- Use of onboard hydrophone and underwater viewing window during the tour
- Enjoy a tea & antipasti platter while aboard
- Sighting guarantee: receive an open-dated return ticket if no whales are spotted
- Personal expenses
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Ensure you bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and water to stay comfortable during your cruise.
- A camera is recommended for capturing memories of humpback whales breaching and tail-slapping in their natural habitat.
- The tour includes round-trip transfers from select Hervey Bay hotels; check the list on the checkout page.
- Whale season runs from July to October, so plan your visit during these months for the best experience.
- Cruise departure is at 8:30 am from Great Sandy Straits Marina. Ensure timely arrival for boarding.
Ticket Delivery
Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.
Customers have an option to either opt for hotel transfers or choose to reach the boarding point on their own.
Hotel transfers
This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.
In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.
This is applicable to all hotels in Hervey Bay Accommodation locations.
On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.
If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.
Boarding point (If not Opted for Hotel Pickup)
Board your cruise at Great Sandy Straits Marina Urangan Hervey Bay.
Address: 17 Buccaneer Dr, Urangan QLD 4655, Australia.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.
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