Hervey Bay Whale Watching Experience
Overview
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5 hours
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An unforgettable 1/2 day adventure on Hervey Bay's premium mid-sized 1/2 day whale watching and charter boat; with a strong focus on ecological practices, sustainability, education, inspiration and enjoyment!
Experience close whale encounters (when the whales are so close to the boat that you could almost touch them), pec/tail slapping, breaching, spy-hopping and mating behaviours.
As the newest 1/2 day boat in the fleet, this boat was built specifically for amazing whale and dolphin viewing. Low passenger numbers (only take maximum 75% of capacity), means everyone has a chance to get a great view of the action from both inside and outside the vessel (with multi-level viewing decks).
Two daily cruises to choose from. The ONLY 1/2 day cruise boat to include meals (lunch on the morning cruise and dinner on the afternoon cruise).
Listen to the whales 'sing' with our hydrophone and enjoy a live commentary in English (French, German, Italian and Spanish translation also).
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
In the event that no whales are spotted, you will receive a return ticket to come again at a future date
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Expert commentary - translated by our multilingual crew (German, French, Spanish, Italian)
Hydrophone and underwater cameras to listen to and view the Humpback Whales
AM departure - Morning tea and buffet lunch
PM departure - Antipasto platter (afternoon tea) and Buffet dinner
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hervey Bay accommodations
Filtered water, tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo
Multi-level viewing decks
Drinks and snacks (available for purchase on board)
Souvenirs (available for purchase on board)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
We'll depart from the Great Sandy Straits Marina out towards Platypus Bay, where the mighty Humpback Whales come to rest and play. Some of the behaviours we'll observe are: breaching, spy-hopping, pec-slapping, tail-slapping and lunges. We usually see our resident bottlenose dolphins playing with their Humpback whale friends too. Cruising alongside the West Coast of K'gari (Fraser Island), we may even be lucky enough to spot a dingo. Our 1/2 day morning or afternoon cruise will leave you with cherished memories to last a lifetime. Choose from our Extended Morning (5 hour cruise) or our Afternoon + Sunset (4 hour cruise). Fun, educational, interesting, inspirational and amazing are just some of the ways to describe a Whale Watch experience with Whalesong. Join us to tick off an incredible bucket list experience.
Options
Afternoon + Sunset Whale watch
Squeeze in a whale watch cruise in on the same day you arrive and enjoy the sunset on the way back to the Marina.
Duration: 4 hours
Afternoon tea + buffet dinner: Filtered drinking water, loose leaf tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo
Pickup included
Extended Morning Whale watch
Whalesong's Morning Cruise will get you out on the Bay & interacting with the whales before the other boats, but still back in time to be able to make use of your afternoon.
Duration: 5 hours
Morning tea and buffet lunch: Filtered drinking water, loose leaf tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo
Pickup included
Family - Morning Whale Watch
Duration: 5 hours: With the Extended Morning Whale watch, you and your family will get an extra hour to experiences Humpback Whale encounters.
Morning tea and buffet lunch: Also enjoy filtered drinking water, loose leaf tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo for the entire cruise
Extra time: Great option for families who want longer than a 1/2 day but don't want 3/4 or a full day on the water.
Pickup included
Family - Afternoon Whale Watch
Duration: 4 hours: Enjoy the afternoon light whilst watching the Humpback Whales, with a beautiful sunset on the return journey
Afternoon tea + buffet dinner: Also enjoy filtered drinking water, tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo for the entire cruise.
Afternoon + Sunset Whale Watch: A whale watch and sunset cruise in one...what a combination!
Pickup included
Reviews
557 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Whalesong
Bradley A,
Sep 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great experience The crew were very friendly, The catering was great The food was perfect
Great day out on the water.
Rebecca I,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very friendly staff and plenty of room to see the whales. Accommodated for my gluten free diet. A great day out with friends 9n the water watching the whales.
Wonderful experience
Kay M,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely loved the experience would do again next year. Only one change would make sure we had warmer clothes it was fresh on the water Great tour great staff definitely worth every cent spent for the day
It’s everything you would...
Ian B,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00It’s everything you would want it to be. The whales were amazing we had 7 whales around our boat. They just played around the boat for well over an hour. They looked they enjoyed it as much as we did. You have to see it to believe it. Weather was great, captain and staff were great. Would recommend this to everyone.
Absolute must do activity
Chelsea O,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing! The crew were great and full of knowledge. All round wonderful experience! 10/10 would do it again!!
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