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Hervey Bay: Half-Day Whale Watching Experience

4.7 / 5

72 reviews

Activity provider: Whalesong Cruises
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    Hervey Bay: Half-Day Whale Watching Experience

    Activity provider: Whalesong Cruises

    From US$ 93.11 per person

    Whale sightings are guaranteed on this small–group, half-day cruise with advanced eco–accreditation. Witness whales, dolphins, turtles, dugongs and birds on a purpose-built luxury catamaran. Enjoy a morning tea and lunch or afternoon tea and dinner.

    About this activity

    Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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    Covid-19 precautions
    Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details. Learn more
    Duration 4 - 5 hours
    Check availability to see starting times.
    Live tour guide
    English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
    Pickup included
    Pick–up from your hotel or accommodation in Hervey Bay. If accommodation not listed above, please contact the local operator.
    Wheelchair accessible

    Experience

    Highlights
    • Have majestic humpback whale encounters
    • Listen to real-time marine and local history commentary
    • Glide over the water on a purpose built, low carbon footprint vessel
    • Relax and take in the scenery with wide decks, special viewing areas and low passenger numbers
    • Enjoy free WiFi, to upload your incredible experiences as you're having them
    Full description
    Hervey Bay has a reputation as one the best places in the world in which to observe Humpback whales, enjoy this excursion with the guarantee of seeing these wonderful animals. See these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat on this enthralling half–day tour.  Depart from your hotel or accommodation in Hervey Bay and travel to the marina to begin your aquatic adventure. Travel across the beautiful blue, clear water of Hervey Bay and take in the stunning views. Spot humpback and other majestic species of whales as they frolic in the water. Look out also for birds, turtles, dugongs and 3 different species of dolphin. While you watch whales and a whole host of wonderful sea creatures, the friendly crew will serve morning tea and lunch (on Extended Morning cruise) or afternoon tea and dinner (on Afternoon and Sunset cruise).
    Includes
    • Hotel pickup
    • Morning/afternoon tea and lunch/dinner
    • Guaranteed whale sightings
    • Water, tea, coffee, and chocolate drink
    • Kid's activity sheets
    • Sunscreen
    • Soft drinks and juices
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Snacks and souvenirs
    Covid-19 precautions
    Safety measures in place
    • All required protective equipment is provided
    • All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
    • You must keep social distance while in vehicles
    • The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

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    What to bring

    • Comfortable shoes
    • Sunglasses
    • Sun hat
    • Sunscreen

    Not allowed

    • Pets
    • Smoking

    Know before you go

    • If you would like to purchase additional drinks alcoholic beverages, please bring cash or card for the fully licensed bar
    • Wear comfortable flat shoes and dress for the day, a jacket if you feel the cold and a hat
    • Bring sunglasses and a water bottle
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.7 /5

    based on 72 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
      4.8/5
    • Transportation
      4.7/5
    • Value for money
      4.6/5
    • Safety
      4.9/5

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    We were very lucky the weather was supposed to be terrible but wasn't and the whales were pleased to see us. Three or four pods came together at various times and put on quite a show . We were out about an hour and half before we saw much activity but from then on it was all go. The staff and the food were great too making it a great day out.

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    September 16, 2022

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    GetYourGuide traveler – Australia Verified booking

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    Checkin and boarding was easy. The boat was clean. The cruise team were very helpful and knew there roles. The captain made every effort to manoeuvre the boat so that all passengers had the opportunity to view the whales which we did see. The morning tea and lunch served were also very good. Thoroughly recommend.

    August 8, 2021

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    Tony – Australia Verified booking

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    what an amazing day from the Captain whowas so knowledgeable and even sang to the whales - to the fruit platter at morning tea to the lovely lunch despite Covid- the covid plan on board was first class as were the Whales up to four at a time just stuck with us the whole morning it was a great day

    August 12, 2020

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    susan – Australia Verified booking

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