Freedom 3/4 Day Hervey Bay Premium Whale Watching Cruise
Overview
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6 hours
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Freedom Whale Watching spends more time with the whales. So make a day of it and reward yourself with this premium whale watching tour. There is plenty of time to witness close encounters and stunning behaviours of the majestic humpback whales whilst in the shelter of K'Gari(formerly Fraser Island). Dolphins, turtles and other marine creatures are often encountered as well. Maximum 49 passengers, includes delicious morning and afternoon tea, and buffet lunch. Our guest reviews speak for themselves. Our wonderful crew will spoil you while you watch the humpback whales splash and play around the boat. With a licensed bar, indoor and outdoor seating, three toilets, three viewing decks plus water-level, you will have the experience of a lifetime. Tick off this bucket list item in style!
Discounted family and group tickets are available on request.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Family and group discounts available on request
Three viewing levels plus water's edge
Courtesy bus transfers to and from the marina
Guaranteed sightings from 15 July to 10 October or a free return tour
Comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, air conditioning, three toilets
Freshly prepared buffet lunch with vegetarian and vegan options on request (48 hours notice required - add request to special requirements)
Delicious Morning and Afternoon Tea - pastries, seasonal fruit and cheese platters
Free Starlink Wifi - available wherever we are!
Live commentary on board
Coffee, tea and filtered water
Fully qualified first aiders and defib onboard - your safety is our number 1 priority
Licensed bar, soft drinks and Nespresso machine coffees (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Board Freedom at 9.10am, ready for departure at 9.30am. The relaxed and scenic tour departs from Berth 4A at the Great Sandy Straits Marina in Urangan Harbour. Onboard our comfortableful, 58ft catamaran, we pass Round Island, the Urangan Jetty and Big Woody Island and then head towards Platypus Bay where the whales will be sighted! The tour usually follows much of the Western Beaches of K'gari. It may be possible to witness many different whale behaviours, and, because we have all day, we can spend more time with the whales, witnessing them express their natural behaviours and often approaching the boat to check us out as we wave and call them in to us! Other marine animals, such as dolphins, turtles and sea birds may be observed as well. Guests will be offered morning tea, buffet lunch and afternoon tea during the tour. Free tea, coffe and water is available all day and other soft drinks or alcohol can be purchased on board as well. With three viewing platforms plus water level, you will have 360 degree views. We have a comfortable saloon, three toilets and a wonderful, friendly crew to look after you while you have the experience of a lifetime!
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Reviews
904 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome whale watching trip on Freedom 3
Katherine T,
Sep 28, 2024
- Viator
5.00Toni and crew were excellent! Toni even communicates with the teenage humpback. It is definitely an awesome and memorable trip for us. We will be back with Freedom 3 next time.
Fabulous
Julie v,
Sep 22, 2024
- Viator
5.00The crew were fabulous and shared their knowledge. The staff were very friendly and provided lovely food. We learnt a lot about the whales and their migration
Wunderful experience
HansPeter M,
Sep 5, 2024
- Viator
5.00Great crew, well organized, not too many people on board, fantastic experience the whales came very close to our boat. Enjoyed the day in full.
Day well spent
Rajesh R,
Sep 2, 2024
- Viator
5.00Had a very good time with my family, the crew were very knowledgeable and very helpful. They could understand which whales are friendly and how to approach. Day well spent in the sea
Amazing experience and would highly recommend to young and old!
Jade V,
Sep 1, 2024
- Viator
5.00We had the BEST TIME on this whale watching tour!! Our hosts and skipper were lovely and the food omg so much food and so yummy!! We got to see so many whales close up and really enjoyed learning a lot about the whales and the area in general. We also got to see some sea turtles mating lol with a third trying to break up the party, very entertaining and a rarity to see in the wild! Thank you for having us Freedom! I’ll be back some day and I’ll bring the kids coz they’d love it!!! Keep up the amazing work! PS- make sure you use sunscreen, we didn’t and we paid the price! Freedom had plenty to use for free as well as free sea sickness tablets to take if needed!
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