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Enjoy an unforgettable experience with Pacific Whale Foundation Eco-Adventures Australia on the only whalewatch based on 30 years of whale research in Hervey Bay. Board the small group (38 passenger) vessel Ocean Defender - with forward-facing seats, plenty of room and shade. You’ll have a panoramic water-level “whale’s eye” view of all of the action from the Humpback whales that migrate here every year to mate and give birth. From mothers and calves interacting, to males competing for females, the certified Marine Naturalists will provide expert commentary and interpretation of the various behaviours exhibited throughout your approx. three-hour adventure. You can even interact with the onboard whale researcher there to record important data on the sightings, or listen to live whale songs on the underwater hydrophone. It’s an experience unlike any other. Highlights include an onboard Junior Naturalist Program, activity booklet for children and a free full-colour whalewatch guide.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
No children under 6 allowed on this tour
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
We do not provide pick up or drop off services.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Whale Sightings Guaranteed between July 16 and October 9
Local taxes
Live commentary on board
48 Hour Cancellation Policy
Free soft drinks and snacks provided.
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off (we do not provide hotel pick up or drop off services)
Operated by Pacific Whale Foundation Australia
233 reviews
Thomas F,Oct 19, 2024
Breathtaking experience! The team was very nice and experienced. Whales came up next to our boat, wonderful experience.
Nicholas M,Aug 20, 2024
The 3 Crew where fantastic throughout the trip and very informative. We came across a few whales very quickly in only 3M of water. We went further out into the bay, saw a few whales with dolphins swimming around them. We stopped in one spot for almost an hour, 2 whales kept us entertained. After a short while they were coming right up to the boat, poking their heads up often to have a look. They would swim, sometimes upside-down, all around us, everyone getting a good chance to get up close. There seemed to be a lot of whales around the area, breaching and flapping their flippers as they went along. At times the 2 whales would come right up to the boat, blowing out through their blow holes, spraying us with their SNOT!!! When it was our time to leave (they kept the boat out fo a bit longer than usual), I watched another whale come from a distance, flapping it's flipper as it was coming, but unfortunately we had to leave just as it was about to join us. I would highly recommend this trip, we think it was the highlight of our enjoyable trip to Australia. Don't miss it.
Helen W,Sep 26, 2023
The perfect boat and team for this experience. So much knowledge and passion about their work. The whales are breathtaking.
Kathryn B,Sep 17, 2023
The look on my grandchildrens faces when they saw whales for the first time, and whales feeding their calves was awesome.
Beth F,Jul 12, 2023
Loved the experience & the smaller boat did provide a more personnel trip. It has been on my bucket list for SO long & I am so glad I made the decision to go. It did make me reflect on the plight of these marvellous creatures & appreciate action is NOW - I will continue to share the messages that were delivered on the boat💕 You made this traveller very happy with the whole experience!!