The Ultimate Venue

Like any hallowed music theatre or legendary rock arena, Hervey Bay has all the right ingredients for an epic whale encounter, with thousands of humpbacks staying and playing between July and November. It’s no wonder it’s known as the whale watching capital of the world!

Supported by an internationally renowned line-up, including the dolphins, the dugongs and the green turtles, Harvey and the Humpbacks’ live show is a truly life-changing experience. Nearby, two of the world's most precious natural wonders - Fraser Island and Lady Elliott Island located on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, will complete a unique experience, leaving you in total awe of nature!

Top 10 reasons to visit the Fraser Coast

• It’s home to the biggest show on earth; Harvey and the Humpbacks of course!
• And the world’s largest sand island; the spectacular World Heritage listed Fraser Island.
• You can get your thrills; think kite surfing, wakeboarding, go kart racing and sky diving!
• Or relax and do as the locals do; cycle along beach front pathways or fish off the historic Urangan Pier.
• You’re a hop, skip and a jump from Lady Elliot Island; the southernmost tip of the Great Barrier Reef
• Top nosh is in abundance; feast on fresh Hervey Bay scallops or brush up on your culinary skills at a cooking class.
• It’s heaven for water babies; explore the crystal clear waters of the Fraser Coast by kayak, sunset sail or even houseboat.
• The best things in life are free; Kids will go nuts over WetSide Water Education Park - boasting water fountains, slides and even a board-rider machine. Admission is free!
• You can become a whale researcher; join a six-night live-aboard adventure with The Oceania Project and test out your scientific skills.