Hervey Bay Whale Watching Experience

4.9 (576 reviews) 5 hours Free cancellation

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576 reviews

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Whalesong Cruises - Humpback Whale waving goodbye — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Humpback whales approaching Whalesong Cruises Hervey Bay — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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).

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 75 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Whalesong Cruises

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Youth (15–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Expert commentary - translated by our multilingual crew (German, French, Spanish, Italian)
Included: Hydrophone and underwater cameras to listen to and view the Humpback Whales
Included: AM departure - Morning tea and buffet lunch
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hervey Bay accommodations
Included: PM departure - Antipasto platter (afternoon tea) and Buffet dinner
Included: Filtered water, tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo
Included: Multi-level viewing decks

Not included

Not included: Drinks and snacks (available for purchase on board)
Not included: Souvenirs (available for purchase on board)

Itinerary

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.

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Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Riviera Resort
Sunseeker Motel
Delfinos Bay Resort
White Crest Apartments, Hervey Bay

We pick up from local resorts, hotels, motels and caravan parks. We don't pick up from Air BnBs (unless they are close to the Esplanade) due to time constraints and vast spread of locations. Pick up (and drop off) times depend on where you're staying in the Bay.

In general, pick up times for the morning cruise are approx:

Point Vernon/Pialba: 7:05am - 7:15am, Scarness: 7:15am - 7:20am, Torquay: 7:20am - 7:30am, Urangan: 7:30am - 7:40am. Please call to verify your pick up address, at least 24 hours before the cruise.

In general, pick up times for the afternoon cruise are approx:

Point Vernon/Pialba: 1:05pm - 1:15pm, Scarness: 1:15pm - 1:20pm, Torquay: 1:20pm - 1:30pm, Urangan: 1:30pm - 1:40pm. Please call to verify your pick up address, at least 24 hours before the cruise.

Using your ticket

This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity.

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 the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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

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 - 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
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