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Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise

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Duration
8 h
Free Cancellation
72 Hrs Prior
Pickup & Drop off
Meals Included
Buffet Lunch

Spend a full day on the calm waters of Hervey Bay looking for humpback whales on this guided sailing cruise. The sheltered waters between Hervey Bay and K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) are a prime whale habitat from mid-July to late October, when inquisitive humpbacks are often seen tail-slapping, breaching, pectoral slapping and spy-hopping, and dolphins may also be spotted. You travel on a modern, eco-friendly sailing catamaran, refitted in 2021, with shaded seating and plenty of deck space for viewing. An experienced crew with decades of marine wildlife expertise gives live commentary, and a hydrophone lets you listen to the whales sing. When conditions are right, guests may get the chance to use the in-water platform for an even closer encounter with a humpback whale. Morning and afternoon tea, a full buffet lunch and a complimentary drink are served on board, and special dietary needs can be catered for. Courtesy pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation make the day easy, and the cruise leaves from the Great Sandy Straits Marina in Urangan. The operator follows sustainable, eco-conscious sailing practices.

Full-Day Cruise with Lunch & Hotel Transfers

Full-day whale-watching cruise on a sailing catamaran from Great Sandy Straits Marina, with morning tea, buffet lunch, afternoon tea and hotel transfers included.

Inclusions

Guided whale-watching cruise with live commentary
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Morning tea, full buffet lunch and afternoon tea
One complimentary drink (beer, wine or soft drink)

Pickup Time Drop Off Time

Pick-up from your Hervey Bay accommodation from 06:30
Boarding at 07:15; the cruise departs Great Sandy Straits Marina, Urangan, at 07:30
Back at the marina between 15:30 and 16:30, then courtesy bus drop-off at your accommodation
Times may change depending on traffic and weather

US$ 142.57

Itinerary

About 8 h

Meeting point
06:30 Complementary transfers from your Harvey Bay accomodation
Attraction
07:15 Boarding Vessel
Attraction
07:30 Departs the great Sandy Straits Marina, Harvey Bay
Attraction
10:30 Morning tea. Includes: tea, coffee, hot soup, muffins, biscuits, slices and bread
Attraction
13:00 Delicious full buffet lunch served with a complementary drink

Highlights

Look for humpback whales in the calm waters of Hervey Bay, a prime whale habitat from mid-July to late October
Watch the whales tail-slap, breach and pectoral slap in their natural playground
Listen to the whales sing through a hydrophone, with live commentary from an expert guide
Sail on a modern, eco-friendly sailing catamaran with shaded seating and wide decks
Enjoy morning and afternoon tea, a buffet lunch and a complimentary drink on board

What's Included

Guided whale-watching cruise on a sailing catamaran
Live commentary from an expert guide
Hydrophone to listen to the whales
Courtesy pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation
Morning and afternoon tea, snacks, coffee and tea
Full buffet lunch
One complimentary drink (beer, wine or soft drink)
Bottled water
WiFi on board

What's Not Included

Additional food and drinks
Further alcoholic drinks (available to buy on board)
Other personal expenses

Not Suitable For

Wheelchair users (the tour is not wheelchair accessible)

Child Adult Policy

Adult ticket: ages 15 and over
Child ticket: ages 8 to 14
Family ticket: 2 adults and 2 children, when available
The suppliers do not state whether children under 8 can join; please contact JTR before booking with children under 8

Pickup Time Drop Off Time

Courtesy pick-up from your Hervey Bay accommodation is included, from 06:30
Choose your pick-up location at checkout
The cruise returns to the marina between 15:30 and 16:30, followed by courtesy bus drop-off at your own accommodation
Times may change depending on traffic and weather conditions

Things To Know

Be ready for your pick-up, or arrive at the marina 15 minutes before departure
Reconfirm your booking at least 48 hours before departure by calling the operator on +61 7 4124 9600
Special dietary requirements (allergies, gluten intolerance, vegetarian or other diets) can be catered for
The menu may change depending on the season and the availability of ingredients
No refunds are given for no-shows or late arrivals
In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator may cancel the tour; you can then reschedule or request a full refund

Starting End Point

The cruise departs from Blue Dolphin Marine Tours, Great Sandy Straits Marina, 17 Buccaneer Drive, Urangan, Hervey Bay QLD 4655
Boarding is at 07:15 and the cruise departs at 07:30
Please refer to the map for assistance
Hotel pick-up takes you to the marina, and the cruise ends back at the marina before drop-off at your accommodation

How To Redeem

Present your mobile voucher; smartphone tickets are accepted
The voucher is valid only on the date (and time, if applicable) you booked

Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation: Cancel at least 72 hours before the scheduled visit to receive a refund.
Late Cancellation: Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the scheduled visit will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
Refund Processing Charges: Approximately 4% will be deducted from the refundable amount to cover payment gateway and refund transaction fees. These charges are not retained by JTR Holidays.

FAQs

Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any additional inquiries or need further clarification, please reach out to our team via live chat, contact us form, or WhatsApp.

You can see humpback whales tail-slapping, breaching, pectoral slapping and spy-hopping, and you may also spot dolphins. You can listen to the whales sing through a hydrophone with live commentary from an expert guide.

Morning and afternoon tea, a full buffet lunch and one complimentary drink (beer, wine or soft drink) are served on board. Bottled water and snacks, coffee and tea are also included.

Courtesy pick-up from your accommodation is included, and drop-off is back at your own accommodation at the end of the cruise. You choose your pick-up location at checkout.

The cruise departs from Blue Dolphin Marine Tours, Great Sandy Straits Marina, 17 Buccaneer Drive, Urangan, Hervey Bay QLD 4655. The cruise ends back at the marina before drop-off at your accommodation.

Special dietary requirements such as allergies, gluten intolerance, vegetarian or other diets can be catered for.

You can cancel for free at least 72 hours before the scheduled visit to get a refund. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before will incur a 100% cancellation fee, and about 4% will be deducted from refunds to cover processing charges.

The tour is not wheelchair accessible, so it is not suitable for wheelchair users.

You present your mobile voucher; smartphone tickets are accepted. The voucher is valid only on the date (and time, if applicable) you booked.