Spirit of Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Join a whale watching cruise in Hervey Bay. Sit back and relax enjoying the breathtaking sights as you cruise past the beautiful white sandy beaches of Fraser Island and venture into the whales' playground. Cruise in superior comfort and style aboard this first class fast catamaran cruiser and spend more time with the whales. Many viewing decks, plus the underwater viewing windows offer a different view of the whales, when they are right alongside.

Choose between a morning or afternoon tour which includes a light morning or afternoon tea. Get the most from your once in a lifetime experience.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Free courtesy transfers from Hervey Bay tourist accommodation or Free parking at Marina

Morning tea or afternoon tea

Air-conditioned vehicle

Fully Licenced Bar (available for purchase)

Live commentary on board

Eftpos Available

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

What To Expect

Feel the excitement and anticipation as we venture out from the Urangan Harbour to experience the mighty humpback whale in their natural surrounds. Watch the horizon for the first splash or blow, in the hope of whale behaviours that include loud pec and tail slaps, brilliant breaches, curious spy hops and close encounters like nowhere else in the world. Plus our friendly and knowledgeable crew will keep you enlightened along the way.

Options

Afternoon Whale Watch Cruise

4 Hour whale watch cruise, departing 1.30pm, returning 5.30pm. Includes afternoon tea.
Pickup included

Morning Whale Watch Cruise

4.5 Hour Whale watch Cruise, departing 8.30am, returning 1.00pm. Includes morning tea.
Pickup included

Reviews

4.82

449 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

391

Great whales, disappointing extras that weren't on boat
wadjigirl,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The whales and close views of Fraser were amazing! The boat was good but they advertise this on the website and it wasn’t on the boat ‘Hydrophone equipped, we lower the microphone to listen to the whales singing their lovely melodic sounds. Largest Underwater Viewing Rooms with large windows to spy the whales in their underwater world, maybe even get to eyeball one’ Apparently they put a microphone in once but I’m not sure and there was defiantly no underwater viewing rooms.
Worth every dollar.
Bent L,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The crew were very knowledgeable and did everything in their power to create a wonderful experience.
Amazing experience!
Voyager31206236670,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great time on board and saw many whales. They were very curious and came close to the boat. The crew was also very nice and friendly and we received many interesting information about the whales. It was an absolutely amazing experience!
Excellent
Wayne C,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Friendly staff. Captain knew where the whales would be. Boat was clean and plenty of seating inside and outside to view
Worth it.
Brenda W,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Was enjoyable experience. We had beautiful weather and were fortunate to see quite a few pods of whales.
Great experience
Jettwix,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful experience we saw lots of whales. Great boat with plenty of space to move around and sit and enjoy the view. Remember your jacket it can get cold outside.
Amazing experience!!...
Dee N,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amazing experience!! We spotted lots of whales and it was just so worth it. The crew was friendly, helpful, and made the whole trip really fun.
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graemeb631,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Took two clints on the trip was excellent experience. Both clints had a ball. Competition cards excepted too . @positive Participation Support
10/10 Great day!
Nick239,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic day! Friendly staff , comfortable boat and of course the Whales! Loved every minute of our morning on board. Would highly recommend the Sirit of Hervey Bay for your whale watching adventure
Great day!
Michelle L,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great boat and commentary by the skipper and shout out to Tracey she was fantastic with her help and enthusiasm! We saw lots of whales and some came right up to the boat. Totally recommend.

From A$155.00