Hervey Bay enjoys a reputation of having some of the best whale watching in the world.
The Humpback whales visit the calm waters of Hervey Bay from mid July to early November.
Humpback whales are active, acrobatic whales. They can throw themselves completely out of the water, and swim on their backs with both flippers in the air. On most occasions they will interact with vessels and this enables visitors to get close up views of these giants of the ocean. They also engage in tail slapping pectoral flapping (using their flippers to slap the water). It is possible that these behaviors are a means of communication between humpbacks. Singing by Humpbacks can also be heard as most vessels have hydrophones that they immerse in the water. A fleet of vessels provide a selection of whale watching tours during the season and visitors can choose from either a dawn, morning, afternoon, three-quarter-day or full-day tours with informative commentary, marine interpretation, refreshments and lunch depending on the time of tours.
Tasman Venture Whale Watch
TASMAN VENTURE is a fast cruising vessel which means that viewing time is not encroached on by hours of travelling time as required by some slower, full day tours.Highly manoeuvrabe you can be assured that TASMAN VENTURE can move from pod to pod within the whale watching area More....
Spirit of Hervey Bay
The Spirit of Hervey Bay is a 75 foot ocean going catamaran. Ever wanted to come face to face with a might humpback whale? Now's your chance. Spirit features eight underwater viewing windows which put you beneath the waterline to experience these magnificent creatures in their playground.More...
Shayla Whale Watching
Come feel the excitement or serenity of sailing aboard 'Shayla', a 10.5 metre luxury sailing catamaran for an unforgettable experience to be enjoyed by all ages. Our Sail Fraser Island cruise (November - July) takes you onto the beautiful waters of Hervey Bay. More....
Mikat Whale Watch Hervey Bay
The M.V. Mikat is a 20 metre ocean going catamaran which allows for more viewing time with the whales on your cruise. The two superb decks allow for great viewing and photographs. Cruise departs daily at 9.00am, returning at 2.30 pm and include free courtesy coach pick up, morning and afternoon and buffet lunch. Expert commentary and anecdotal tales about the whales are provided by our experienced crew. More.....
Quick Cat II Hervey Bay 
Quick Cat II was launched June 2003 for whale watching cruises which Brian & Jill Perry started in 1987. It is a 17 meter luxury catamaran carrying a maximum of 80 passengers. Quick Cat II operates half day cruises every day from mid July - early November. All trips guarantee whale sightings. Morning / afternoon tea of home made muffins & danishes is provided and Quick Cat II is fully licensed. More....
That's Awesome Whale Watching
Awesome whale watching offers the adventure tourist a unique experience with the founders of vessel based whale watching in Australia, Brian, Jill and Sarah Perry - Australia's most experienced company. that's Awesome delivers you the freedom to select from multiple trips that get you to and from the whales faster than ever before. More....
Blue Dolphin
Enjoy a full day of whale watching aboard the Blue Dolphin. The vessel is a 10.5m catamaran, which is extremely stable and gentle, with wide decks, ample room to move and a covered viewing area. With a small number of passengers, an unforgettable adventure and an intimate whale watching experience awaits you. Your day aboard the Blue Dolphin includes morning tea and lunch and yes we are licensed.More....
The Oceania Project - Live Aboard Whale Watching Hervey Bay
The Oceania Project is a non-profit organisation established in 1988 to raise awareness about Cetacea (Whales and Dolphins) and the Oceans through research, expeditions and educational activities. More....
Brisbane Whale Watching
Brisbane Whale Watching
‘Eye Spy’ represents the ultimate in ‘whale friendly’ design and technology. It is a brand new purpose built whale watching vessel built locally at a cost of $3 million. It is a fully air-conditioned, luxury catamaran More....
Gold Coast Whale Watching
Whales in Paradise
‘Join Whales in Paradise for an unforgettable cruise past homes of the rich & famous to the clear blue waters of the majestic 'Humpback Whale Highway' More....
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