Spirit of Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise
Overview
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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
Morning Whale Watch Cruise
4.5 Hour Whale watch Cruise, departing 8.30am, returning 1.00pm. Includes morning tea.
Pickup included
Afternoon Whale Watch Cruise
4 Hour whale watch cruise, departing 1.30pm, returning 5.30pm. Includes afternoon tea.
Pickup included
Reviews
399 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Spirit of Hervey Bay whale trip
Mark N,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00The boat was lovely with lots of places to see and experience the whales. The captain and crew were all lovely and we saw so many whales. It was positively amazing. A once in a lifetime experience.
Must do the trip in Hervey Bay
Eyal F,
Oct 14, 2024
- Viator
5.00Amazing experience!! Well worth the time and money. The crew was professional and the trip was very enjoyable. We were lucky to get the opportunity to see many whales.
A perfect day
Peter O,
Oct 13, 2024
- Viator
5.00A friendly and loving day with my wife and mother in law. And the staff were very friendly and helpful with all of our questions about whales.
Excellent and experienced...
Kirandeep A,
Oct 7, 2024
- Viator
5.00Excellent and experienced staff made the whole experience great. They knew the precise location to find whales and providing proper spots for clicking great photos and videos. Loved watching the Mama whales with their over energetic calves . The beautifully perfect rainbow added to the beauty of the whole experience. The arrangement for refreshments was really appreciable . Overall it was a memorable experience.
Great experience
Robyn N,
Oct 6, 2024
- Viator
4.00Thanks for the informative info on the whales, what species they are, there journey to the bay and info about the baby whales and the bond with their mother.
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