It is lovely to hear you enjoyed your day to the west coast of fraser island with our tasman venture hervey bay crew. The pacific whale foundation have over 30 years of whale research experience and youll have the opportunity to learn from and interact with our onboard expert whale researcher. There is plenty of time to witness close encounters and stunning behaviors of the majestic humpback whales whilst in the shelter of fraser island. Whale watching is when observers gather to view these majestic creatures display behavioural stunts and acrobatics. The friendly ocean dwellers stop by to relax and tend to their young calves in the protected bay waters, putting on a show for anyone nearby. From june to november you can see majestic humpback whales up close and personal in their natural playground. Hervey bay whale watching tours humpback whale jump. Hervey bay 4hour whale watch encounter hervey bay, australia. Hervey bay whale watch brian and jill perry began commercial whale watching in australia back in 1987 in the calm, pristine waters of hervey bay. Hervey bay is a popular seaside city, approximately 3 hours north of queenslands capital city, brisbane.
Hervey bay whale watching cruise provided by tasman venture day tours. Book a whale watching tour with one of australias most popular half day whale watching cruises from hervey bay which also has the unique optional swim with the whales opportunity. The east coast of australia is like a highway for the humpback whale migration which sees the whales travel from the cold waters of the arctic, north to the warmer waters off australias north coasts. All hervey bay whale watching operators guarantee sightings or a free ticket for another cruise from july to mid october, with plentiful whales in the bay from the start of august. The boat, the spirit of hervey bay for those who would like to know, set off at around 1. Underwater viewing rooms yes you are below the waterline. At the heart of our region, hervey bay is centrally located within the unesco recognised great sandy biosphere and rightly claims the title as whale watching capital of australia, if not the world. All afternoon cruises allow you to enjoy tea and coffee, afternoon tea for you to indulge while taking in the breath taking views of fraser island, hervey bay s beautiful waters and of.
Book online today or call us to discuss your tour booking requirements. Hervey bay whale watching tour discount backpacker deals. More than 7,000 whales holiday in the fraser coast on their 5,000km migration from antarctica to teach their baby calves sweet skills like breaching, spy hopping, tummy flashes and plenty of other survival tools. Amazing whale watch footage with whales singing right next to the boat. Young whale calves are taught lifes fundamentals in the calm and protected waters of platypus bay a whale sanctuary located along.
Experience an unforgettable afternoon of whale watching from hervey bay with guaranteed whale sightings on this 4 hour tour departing at 1. Blue dolphin tours blue dolphin tours blue dolphin tours. What everyone ought to know about whale watching hervey bay. All hervey bay hotels hervey bay hotel deals last minute hotels in hervey bay by hotel type by hotel class by hotel brand popular amenities popular hervey bay categories near. Extended morning cruise 5 hours start your day at 8. Whale watching tours commence whale season july to october. Compare the whale watching tour schedules below or the whale watching tour features. These magnificent marine mammals will take your breath away as you get up. Reward yourself with this premium whale watching tour departing hervey bay onboard the freedom iii. We have 7 whale watching boats departing hervey bay daily from mid july. Join us for a truly unforgettable encounter with nature on an exclusive 3 hour whale watching cruise in hervey bay. Whale watching tours hervey bay, fraser island, queensland. Here they calve and raise their young before returning south. The hervey bay marine park off fraser island is one of the best spots in the world to watch southern humpback whales on their 5,000 kilometre journey from antarctica.
The worlds first whale heritage site, hervey bay is proudly recognized as one of the best places to see humpback whales up close, offering ecocertified, intimate encounters from july to november each year. Even the whales appeared to be showing off especially for our benefit. Enjoy the majestic migration of humpback whales on this whale watching cruise from hervey bay. Luxury, guaranteed halfday hervey bay whale watch tour, low passenger numbers of 25 to 45, listen to whales sing underwater on hydrophone, free wifi, all meals, licensed bar. Our 3 hour trip departs from great sany straits marina in hervey bay. Short, sweet and spectacular is the name of the game on the tasman venture offering fourhour halfday tours aboard their speedy 20metre catamaran, this threelevelled water beast complete with five viewing decks, underwater viewing windows and a hydrophone to hear the whales sing is the goto vessel for those whove found themselves with a spare morning or afternoon to. Special exclusive offer stop off at kingfisher bay resort, fraser island. Hervey bay is regarded as one of the best places to go whale watching. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon whale watch cruise aboard quick cat ii. Listen to informative commentary about the whales and their migration. Next level whale watching swim with the humpbacks at. Their tours allow for watching these unique animals from aboard a vessel, or even swim along with them in the ocean.
This year during whale season 15th july 29th oct we are able to offer two alternatives for viewing the humpback whales. Like us, the mothers are proud of their little ones, and even occasionally bring. Whale watching tasman venture day tours, hervey bay. It makes sense to take your family holiday cues from a mammal with a brain at least seven times bigger than your own, which is why whale watching in hervey bay has officially been recognised as one of the worlds best ways to witness this heartstopping phenomenon holiday like a humpback with a family migration to the warm waters of official whale heritage site hervey bay next winter, and. Hervey bay afternoon whale watching tour experience oz. Hervey bay is also a great spot as most of the humpback whales from the great barrier reef region stopover for a few days on their return trip, providing a wonderful opportunity for whale enthusiasts. Whale watching hervey bay offers you the very best whale watching experience in the southern hemisphere and welcomes more than 60,000 whale watching visitors to the region each and every year, during the months of july to november. Whale sightings are guaranteed on this smallgroup, halfday cruise with. Hervey bay whale watching for families, kids and adults at special prices. Whale watching is a popular pastime in australia, whether from the land or on a whale watching tour. Hervey bay is the place where the whales take a break from their migration to rest, teach their young a few tricks of the trade, and interact with excited whale watchers. Compare whale watch tours whale watch tour bookings. It makes sense to take your family holiday cues from a mammal with a brain at least seven times bigger than your own, which is why whale watching in hervey bay has officially been recognised as one of the worlds best ways to witness this heartstopping phenomenon holiday like a humpback with a family migration to the warm waters of official whale heritage site hervey bay.
Watch humpback whales in the waters of hervey bay on this guided familyfriendly catamaran cruise off the. All hervey bay hotels hervey bay hotel deals last minute hotels in hervey bay by hotel type by hotel class by hotel brand popular amenities popular hervey bay categories near airports. The whale watching capital of australia, hervey bay, is a popular spot for our biggest coastal visitors, the humpback whales from june to november. For close encounters of the mammalmarvelling kind, the place to be is hervey bay. All hervey bay hotels hervey bay hotel deals last minute hotels in hervey bay by hotel type by hotel class by hotel brand. Pickup from your hotel or accommodation in hervey bay.
Your half day whale watch tour includes a free whale watching dvd, free wifi, courtesy pick up and drop off from hervey bay, pastries, biscuits, savoury breads and antipasto platters on the return journey and an experience you will never forget. Thousands of humpback whales choose to stay and play in the calm waters off hervey bay during their annual migration. Hervey bay premium whale watching cruise provided by. Whale watching hervey bay scenic cruises at redballoon. Hervey bay whale watching cruise, blue dolphin tours from redballoon. Whalesong cruises is usually the first boat to launch for the season, and from late june will start whale search dolphin watch cruises.
We offer the only whalewatch based on over 30 years of whale research in hervey bay. Renowned as australias whale watching capital, this southern queensland city is a premier whale viewing and touring destination, not just locally, but also worldwide. Afternoon whale watch cruise hervey bay whale watch. Enjoy a fun, educational and exciting morning whale watch cruise aboard quick cat ii and spend the rest of your day relaxing at kingfisher bay resort on beautiful fraser island. Tour with the longest established whale watching company in australia, with an option to sw. We pride ourselves on offering unforgettable whale watching experiences combined with value for money prices, making it affordable for the whole family. Whale watching hervey bay premium guaranteed sightings. Come and experience the biggest whale show on earth. Download our whale watch brochure for more information about us and the tour. Departing from hervey bay, youll cruise up to remote fraser island alongside the humpback whales, and return around midday. Some operators are now offering an immersive humpback whale experience. Freedom whale watch hervey bay 2020 all you need to. Firstly our 12 day whale watching cruises onboard our tasman venture vessel with an option of a morning or afternoon cruise.
About hervey bay whale watch hervey bay whale watch enable their customers to spectate the worlds largest mammals. Known as australias whale watching capital, hervey bay offers a great resting place for the whales as they make their annual migration, and this afternoon tour takes advantage of the regions large. Experience the beauty of the majestic humpback whales as they frolic in the warm waters off hervey bay with australias most experienced whale watch crew with over. For whale watching in hervey bay, choose from one of our many packages. Hotel pickup and drop off we do not provide hotel pick up or drop off services show more. Spirit of hervey bay offers unbelievable whale watching tours that get you up close and personal with the worlds most magnificent creatures. A halfday tour usually starts early morning between 68am. Mid july to end october, twice daily from hervey bay. Whales hervey bay whale heritage site visit fraser coast. Inland, you can explore the heritage charm of one of queenslands oldest provincial cities, maryborough. During whale season, all freedom whale watch packages include transfers from.
They stop and hang around giving whale watchers the best experience of any queensland location. Hervey bay whale watching fraser island scotty pass. Get out on the hervey bay waves and interact with the whales like never before. The whale watching season in hervey bay queensland. Tripadvisor hervey bay ultimate whale watching cruise. Baby whales show off, whales mug our boat, blue oceans, perfect weather, a room with a view, mouthwatering food and tropical cocktails on the harbour equals a fantastic weekend of whale watching in hervey bay. Whale watching in hervey bay deals for 2020 experience the power and beauty of the underwater worlds most curious creatures. Whale watching in hervey bay deals and tips for the 2020. Maximum 49 passengers, includes freshly baked morning tea, tropical buffet lunch and fruit and cheese platter on the. The company also offers boat charters and visits to the kingfisher bay resort. Whale watching in hervey bay during the annual migration, its whales galore in hervey bay. Whale watching is another common expense for visitors with flights to hervey bay. All hervey bay whale watching operators guarantee sightings or a free ticket for another cruise from july 28th to october 14th, with plentiful whales in the bay from the start of august.
If you would like further information on the deals and prices for each tour or package, please contact us by phone or email. Whale watching tours and dolphin watching tours across hervey bay and fraser island. Whale watching tour hervey bay whale watch groupon. Join us for a magical 4hr whale watch cruise aboard the modern and stable m. Choice of extended morning or afternoon departure times. One of the most famous whales a person can spot during the whale migration season is migaloo, the allwhite humpback whale. This can be done from the charter boats or the shore in certain regions. Call us on 1800 088 511 or enquire here for help choosing the best whale watching tour for you. Pacific whale foundation australia protecting the ocean. After 30 years of running and operating hervey bay whale watch they sold the business to the peaker family long time friends in 2017. Tasman venture whale watching hervey bay tour queensland. Whale watch package deals whale watching hervey bay packages. Manager at hervey bay ultimate whale watching cruise.
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