
15 July - 15 November
From mid-July to mid-November, Hervey Bay has become famous as the playground of the majestic humpback whales on their return to the Antarctic.
Hervey Bay is preferred for its calm and safe whale watching conditions, where the whales put on a spectacular display for you. A variety of vessels offer whale watching trips during the season and you can choose from either a dawn, morning, afternoon or full-day cruise.
Each year, whale watchers are regularly treated to magnificent displays of tail and pectoral slapping as well as breaching. Many thousands of people have possibly the best opportunity in the world of seeing this magnificent creature in its natural environment, and you can be one of them.
Children:
Please contact the individual operators for details.
Disabled:
Please contact the individual operators for details.
How To Get There
Ten operators offer whale watching tours with vessels departing the Hervey Bay Boat Harbour daily. Of course, tour operators adhere to Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service guidelines, which ensure the whales are protected and keep returning to Hervey Bay. The fleet offers half day, three quarter day, full day and dawn tours on a variety of vessels, each hosted by professional and experienced crew members, who provide an informative commentary designed to enrich your experience.
Inclusion
Please be aware that tour operators charge for their services and the costs will vary depending on the tour company. Please contact the individual operators for information on tour options and costs.
15 July - 15 November
Frequency: Annual
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum costs only. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.