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

556 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

500

Fantastic!
Angie D,
Oct 22, 2025
- 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
- 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
- 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.
I highly recommend this...
Leah L,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00
I 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
5.00
Amazing day on the water. So many whales with such a positive team on the Tasman Venture. Great commentary by Rachael.

From A$155.00