Spirit of Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise
Overview
Join a whale watching cruise in Hervey Bay. Sit back and relax enjoying the breathtaking sights as you cruise past the beautiful white sandy beaches of Fraser Island and venture into the whales' playground. Cruise in superior comfort and style aboard this first class fast catamaran cruiser and spend more time with the whales. Many viewing decks, plus the underwater viewing windows offer a different view of the whales, when they are right alongside.
Choose between a morning or afternoon tour which includes a light morning or afternoon tea. Get the most from your once in a lifetime experience.
What's Included
- Free courtesy transfers from Hervey Bay tourist accommodation or Free parking at Marina
- Morning tea or afternoon tea
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fully Licenced Bar (available for purchase)
- Live commentary on board
- Eftpos Available
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Whale Bay Marina
Buccaneer Drive, Urangan QLD 4655, Australia
We pick up from hotels, motels, resorts, caravan parks and backpacker hostels. Please call or message us to arrange.
Whale Bay Marina
Urangan QLD 4655, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Feel the excitement and anticipation as we venture out from the Urangan Harbour to experience the mighty humpback whale in their natural surrounds. Watch the horizon for the first splash or blow, in the hope of whale behaviours that include loud pec and tail slaps, brilliant breaches, curious spy hops and close encounters like nowhere else in the world. Plus our friendly and knowledgeable crew will keep you enlightened along the way.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-7882P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Spirit of Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Free courtesy transfers from Hervey Bay tourist accommodation or Free parking at Marina.
- Morning tea or afternoon tea.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Fully Licenced Bar (available for purchase).
- Live commentary on board.
- Eftpos Available.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Spirit of Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Spirit of Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Free courtesy transfers from Hervey Bay tourist accommodation or Free parking at Marina
- Morning tea or afternoon tea
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fully Licenced Bar (available for purchase)
- Live commentary on board
- Eftpos Available
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
