Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Watch whales dive and play on a whale-watching cruise from Hervey Bay. Cruising in a catamaran specially designed for whale watching, enjoy encounters with majestic humpback whales from the viewing platform or underwater windows. Get more out of your wildlife encounter with experienced staff to guide you, and hear a detailed commentary about whales and their marine environment.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum number 10 passengers

As this is a cruise please dress appropriately for cooler weather

Additional food and drinks are available on board at additional costs

Guaranteed whale sightings or enjoy a return cruise on a different day for free

You will be asked to use our hand sanitizer station when boarding the vessel. Additionally, other hand sanitizer stations will be set up at key entry and exit points of the vessel and you will be encouraged to use these throughout the tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Hotel Pick up and Drop Off

Live commentary on board

Activities for children (toys, coloring books, DVDs)

Morning or afternoon tea

Gratuities

Food and drinks, unless specified

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Step onto your specially designed whale-watching catamaran and set sail from Hervey Bay. Listen to an expert's commentary as you head out to sea and scan the water for whales. See whales in their natural environment from a choice of two vantage points. Watch from inside the boat through the underwater viewing windows, or head to the boat's unique outdoor platform for unforgettable views. Your air-conditioned catamaran is equipped with hydrophones so you can hear the whales sing, and the multilingual staff can provide whale information in six languages. Smaller kids keep busy with toys and activities provided on board, and you can take home a free whale-watching DVD. Enjoy tea and coffee with biscuits and cake on the trip out, and an antipasto platter to share on the return trip home. You can also buy drinks from the licensed bar (own expense). Whale sightings are guaranteed, so if you don't spot any whales you can enjoy a return Hervery Bay whale-watching cruise on a different day for free!

Options

Whale Watching Cruise

Whale-Watching Cruise: Morning cruise departs at 8:30am returns 12:30pm or afternoon cruise departs at 1:30pm returning at 5:30pm
Pickup included

Reviews

4.86

554 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

498

Wow wow wow
Millie-and-Gem,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What an incredible afternoon on Tuesday 14th October. The crew were incredible. The captain was a superb ‘spotter’ and motored across the bay to see whales. We saw mothers with calves, dolphins, hammer head sharks ( very rare sighting) many males including a group of 8! and tuna jumping in front of our boat. The lady guide had superb knowledge and the whole crew were super friendly. Two weeks earlier we had done the ‘same’ trip with another company - what a difference. Tasman ventures were head and shoulders better. I wish I’d read some reviews before I booked. I just went on a google search. Thanks Tasman for a fabulous afternoon 🐳
Fantastic!
Angie D,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is an absolute must do. Great end to our honeymoon. We saw plenty of whales and the staff were very friendly.
Brilliant trip
Bernadette H,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Pick up was efficient. Text message within minutes to let us know what time pick was. Staff were all really lovely and helpful. Very welcoming.
Whale of a time
Timothy B,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amazing. Huge thanks to the whales that put on a show and the weather gods, but it couldn’t have been done without the team at Tasman Venture. Excellent commentary and vibrant staff made a great day even better.
Great for photographers!
Traveler13647767652,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had such a great time on this tour that I booked again for the next day! The staff were lovely and knowledgeable and the boat was fast. As a (very) amateur photographer, I loved how you can walk around the whole outside of the boat and photograph the whales without any windows in the way. There was plenty of room too so no need to squeeze through other passengers to get the shot! Tasman Venture made my first trip to the whale watching capitol fantastic and when I visit again, I'll be using this company.
Whales a plenty
Louise G,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a brilliant morning, picked up promptly from our accommodation and then delivered to the boat, a short wait before we set sail. The staff were all friendly and informative, doing everything they could to make our cruise the best. Out of their control but on our side was the weather, not too hot and a slight breeze. The sea was as calm as a mill pond. The Guide was extremely knowledgeable and informative as well as passionate about her subject. Snacks on the way out and the way back were a nice touch and welcome. Being the end of the season we had our fingers crossed and we were able to see several pods with some being playful and coming right up to the boat. A big thank you to Jodie and the skipper who insisted on assisting me back to the transport after a pre-existing knee injury reared its head onboard.
Fantastic
Chris Deborah,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour and friendly staff. We did the afternoon tour (05.10.25) and saw many whales. Having a boat where you can walk around the whole outside was the best part. The staff were informative and so friendly. Nice coffee and snacks for the cruise. 100% recommend.
A stand out experience
974olimpiap,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely amazing experience! We passed another operator’s overcrowded, packed-to-the-brim boat on the way, so stepping onto this spacious, comfortable, modern vessel was such a relief. Plenty of room to move, not overcrowded at all, great visibility, and the commentary was top-notch.
Great day + Great crew!
michaelwN6998EK,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great day on the bay with so many whales and a great crew on the Tasman Venture. Really informative and respectful team and such an easy experience.
Awesome staff, great trip
Happiness68638052521,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were recommended this tour by a friend, and we were absolutely stoked with our experience. It was an overcast windy weekend, I was anxious about sea sickness. The crew looked after us all very well, and were super helpful and friendly. No sea sickness and even better so many whales!!! One even swam under the boat. Even with a bit of rain, there was enough shelter for all onboard. Our kids are 7 and 13. Highly recommended