Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise
Overview
Available languages
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
550 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I highly recommend this...
Leah L,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00I highly recommend this tour to anybody who loves nature and being outside. It was a very wholesome and enjoyable tour from start to finish.
Amazing whale watching experience
Michael S,
Sep 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing day on the water. So many whales with such a positive team on the Tasman Venture. Great commentary by Rachael.
GC Millers
Louise M,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was fantastic. Can’t remember our main guides name but she was simply amazing. Such a wealth of knowledge. All staff so friendly and accomodating. (Only one little thing but not a biggy our pick up man mentioned that the Hervey Bay Boat club did courtesy bus drop offs if you chose to hang around m, however they only do this if you are a member and it costs approx $28 to sign up. ) Other than that it was truely an amazing day out. Thank you to all staff concerned, our pick up person, skippers, crew, wonderful guide. Thank you all :)
Amazing
Jessica A,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing trip with lots of whales and baby whales and dolphins. Great view of the islands. Even seen jellyfish.
Whale adventure - Hervey Bay
Geoff G,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
4.00Enjoyable trip with a very friendly and knowledgeable crew. The commentary was very educational and covered a lot of information that we did not know about these amazing creatures. The boat was smooth through the water and was a good viewing platform.
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