Hervey Bay Exclusive Whale Watch Encounter

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About this activity

This seasonal whale watching tour takes you aboard a 24-passenger sailing catamaran from Hervey Bay to Platypus Bay at K'gari (Fraser Island).

Limited guests allows for a truly intimate tour with one on one conversations to hear about these majestic animals. An immersive platform lets you observe a humpback whale underwater while you listen to the male humpback whale sing by hydrophone. Morning and afternoon tea are served along with a buffet lunch and beverage during the full-day tour.

Whale Watching On the Water Excellent Quality Involves Animals Low Supplier Cancellation Rate Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 24 people
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: Blue Dolphin Marine Tours

Ages: Children (8–16 years) · Adults (17–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Afternoon tea
Included: Professional guide
Included: National park fees
Included: Lunch and beverage
Included: Live commentary on board
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Itinerary

After hotel pickup in the morning, board the Blue Dolphin, a 38-foot (11.6-metre) eco-friendly catamaran departing Great Sandy Straits Marina at Hervey Bay. This modern and luxurious sailing vessel is well-appointed with plenty of shaded seating areas and wide, flat decks — perfectly suited for up to 24 passengers. This long-running and award-winning whale watching tour heads out to Platypus Bay, situated on the western side of K'gari (Fraser Island.) Marine life abounds in the region, from the little-known Australian humpback dolphins to the well-known humpback whales that visit during the winter months. Throughout the day you will be offered the opportunity to see the whales, including from an immersive platform. An informative talk is given by your skipper, who shares more than 30 years of experience working with marine mammals. Your guide's knowledge and passion of the animals and the marine environment ensures a unique experience. Reference material is also available along with a hydrophone on board to hear the migratory mammals underwater. An intimate day tour for those who want to be one of the few not the many.

Stop 1
Hervey Bay
Stop 3
K'gari (Fraser Island)

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet at Blue Dolphin vessel Berth 5 Great Sandy Strait Marina 15 minutes before departure.

Free all day parking

End point

Please meet at Blue Dolphin vessel Berth 5 Great Sandy Strait Marina 15 minutes before departure.

Free all day parking

Pickup points

Woolshed Eco Lodge
Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay
Flashpackers Hervey Bay
Fraser Coast Top Tourist Park
Hervey Bay Motel
Main Street Motel Hervey Bay
Pier Caravan Park Hervey Bay
Tasman Holiday Parks - Fraser Coast
Riviera Resort
Shelly Bay Resort
Charlton on The Esplanade

and 10 more pickup points

Please have your phone with you and turned on. If making your own way to the boat please be there 15 mins prior to departure for safety briefing

Using your ticket

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult (best suited to children 8 years and older due to the length of the tour)
Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Tour may be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions