Hervey Bay Tours, Tickets & Excursions

Go whale-watching from Hervey Bay on your choice of a 4-hour or 5.5-hour cruise. Ride the sheltered waters of Platypus Bay in a stable catamaran that offers superior comfort and clear views of the whales. You are likely to also see dolphins, turtles and seabirds, and perhaps even a dingo on the sandy beach at Fraser Island. The tour includes complimentary morning or afternoon tea, and the longer tour includes lunch and tea.

Spot humpback whales swimming and playing in their natural environment on this half-day Hervey Bay catamaran cruise. Observe the majestic sea creatures using the boat’s underwater viewing windows or listen to the whales sing using the onboard hydrophones. Learn all about the gentle giants from your expert guide, then tuck into morning or afternoon tea as you watch the whales from the deck.

Named K’gari by the land’s original owners, the Butchulla people, K’gari (Fraser Island) features more than 100 freshwater lakes, extensive rainforests, and giant sand dunes. Explore the island with an expert guide who leads rainforest walks at Pile Valley, Central Station, Wanggoolba Creek, and the Hammerstone Sandblow, and provides swimming opportunities at Eli Creek, Lake McKenzie, the Champagne Pools, and Lake Wabby. Stay overnight at K'gari Beach Resort on Seventy-Five Mile Beach, see the Pinnacles and Maheno shipwreck, and have the option to book a scenic sightseeing flight on this fun and informative two-day tour.

Enjoy an unforgettable close encounter with the marine life of Hervey Bay on this 4-5-hour cruise, including hotel pick-up. Step aboard the specially designed MV Whalesong and discover the bay’s majestic whales and dolphins with the help of an expert crew. As well as guaranteed whale sightings, you’ll have chance to spot dolphins, sea turtles and endangered dugong, plus a rainbow of tropical fish.

Maximize your chances of seeing whales, and getting close to them, on this guided tour from Hervey Bay. In a small group of no more than 20 people, head out into the water in search of whales. Jump into the water for some snorkeling and, with luck, the whales will decide to swim close to you.

Many whale-watching tours only allow you to see the majestic creatures from a distance, but on this Fraser Island tour you’ll get the chance to swim with them. Visit the more remote parts of the island that many visitors skip, and have fun bushwalking, snorkeling, kayaking, and swimming. On board the boat, look out for humpback whales and, if the conditions are right, take a dip in the sea beside them.

Enjoy a premium half-day whale-watching tour from Hervey Bay that visits Platypus Bay, a prime location for whale watching near Fraser Island. Have plenty of time to witness the majestic humpback whales at play as they pass the Australian continent during their annual migration to the Antarctic. Your tour includes morning tea, a tropical buffet lunch, and an afternoon tea with a fruit and cheese platter. Learn about the whales and the marine environment from your crew's informative commentary during the tour.

Get a new perspective on Queensland's Great Sandy Straits Marine Park by cruising through its clear waters in a glass-bottom boat. See an abundance of marine life among the coral reefs, including turtles, dolphins, and possibly a reef shark or dugong. Make several stops along the way for snorkeling and swimming.

Hervey Bay is the gateway to Fraser Island and the Great Sandy National Park, and some of the best views are from the water. With this evening cruise, set sail at sunset and admire the views as you cruise along the Sandy Straits. Sip an included glass of Champagne, look out for dolphins along the coast, and perhaps even enjoy live music performed onboard (select dates only).

Travel back in time to the golden era of train travel with a journey on the Mary Valley Heritage Railway. Experience the old world nostalgia as soon as you step into the historic Gympie Station, where you’ll learn about the history of steam locomotives before boarding the Mary Valley Rattler. Enjoy the countryside views as you head out to Amamoor, where the train is turned around for the journey back.

Search for whales during this 8-hour wildlife-watching tour from Hervey Bay. Aboard a fully equipped catamaran that can accommodate up to 24 guests, sail out to Fraser Island's Platypus Bay. Climb on to the submerged platform to view whales in the water at a safe distance, and use the boat's hydrophone to hear their songs. Tea and a buffet lunch included.

Discover the beauty of Hervey Bay and Fraser Island from the water on this sightseeing and swimming cruise. Leaving from Hervey Bay, you’ll cruise through the turquoise waters of the Great Sandy Strait and along the western coast of Fraser Island (weather dependent), past lush forested islands and secluded beaches. If you fancy, you can even jump in the water and come face-to-face with dolphins and sea turtles in the purpose-built boom-net.

Hop on board the vintage railmotor, known as the Mary Valley Rattler, and experience the magic of heritage rail travel. Back in the day, the train provided a link to the town of Gympie for the transportation of goods and people. Nowadays, travelers can take a nostalgic rail journey through Queensland. Enjoy a tasting plate featuring local fare while on board as you cross the Mary River.

This is the only sunset cruise in Hervey Bay that offers an Indigenous experience. Not only you will relax on board, sipping on a glass of champagne and indulging yourself with a delicious grazing platter and fresh local prawn, but you will also hear beautiful Dreamtime stories of the region, witness a Welcome to Country and be enchanted by the sounds of the didgeridoo as the sun sinks beneath the horizon.

Experience the marine life of the Great Sandy Strait and Fraser Island on a half-day dolphin watching tour from Hervey Bay. Ride aboard a smaller boat that allows for a more personalized experience as you look for two dolphin species, sea turtles and other animals. Includes time for boom-netting and a swim at Fraser Island (in warmer months), and morning tea served on board.

Set sail for a quintessential Aussie beach adventure with this 5-hour cruise to beautiful Fraser Island. Look out for dolphins and sea turtles as you cruise out across Hervey Bay, then enjoy up to 2 hours of free time to explore Fraser Island. Make the most of optional activities like kayaking, fishing or snorkeling; cool off with a swim or stroll along the fine sandy beaches. Back on-board, tuck into a scrumptious BBQ lunch, including fresh Hervey Bay prawns, as you float back to the mainland.

Meeting at the Hervey bay Marina each day at 9.00am for a 9.15am Departure, jump aboard ‘WIPEOUT’ for 5 hours (approx.) of exhilarating fun as we explore the magic of the Western Wonders of K’gari (Fraser island). Experience a fun, fast, adventurous ride through the crystal clear waters of the remote western coast. Stopping over at local hotspots to allow you to experience the wonders both above and below the surface.

Take in the amazing natural beauty of Great Sandy Marine Park with the only tour to explore the park’s southern end. Visit a wide range of sights including Woody Island and the North White Cliffs, as well as admiring the range of Australian wildlife in the area, including a wide selection of birds. You also have a chance to learn about the history of early settlers to the area.

ULTIMATE HERVEY BAY SUNSET CRUISE Jump aboard Wipe Out for a K'Gari Salty Safaris FUNset style! Cruise out to one of our secret island locations and enjoy the sunset over the Bay. Departing from Hervey Bay Boat Harbour jump aboard WIPEOUT for a 2hour sunset cruise. Here we go...Music on, drinks cold, iconic island views, guaranteed sunset … One epic, salty experience is what this tour is all about. You don't have to go far to get a taste of the beauty that the area holds. Weather permitting we always have a close Island paradise to retreat to for the main event. Our unique experience offers the chance to take in a sunset in one of the world's wondrous locations.

Enjoy swimming, snorkelling and sunbathing on UNESCO-listed Fraser Island with this full-day boat cruise, including hotel pick-up from Hervey Bay. Spot dolphins as you sail out to the island, swim with turtles at Wathumba creek, then discover the island’s wild side on a bush walk. After tucking into a delicious buffet lunch on-board (included), spend the rest of the afternoon kayaking, paddle boarding or snorkelling at the island’s beaches and bays. During the Hervey Bay whale season from mid-July to October, be on the look out for humpback whales and experience the thrill of getting up close to these majestic creatures as they frolic in the calm clear waters off Fraser Island.