Hervey Bay’s Ultimate Whale Watch - Pacific Whale Foundation Eco Adventures Australia

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We advocate for healthy oceans - join us on our Ultimate Whale Watch and become an ocean advocate too! Embark on an exhilarating whale watch guided by marine scientists. Learn about these majestic mammals through expert commentary whilst supporting world-leading research and conservation projects.

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  • emergencyLes clients ont adoré les guides compétents et passionnés qui ont fourni des commentaires éclairants sur les baleines et la vie marine.
  • emergencyBeaucoup ont loué les rencontres rapprochées avec les baleines, soulignant l'expérience palpitante de les voir de près dans leur habitat naturel.
  • emergencyL'approche écologique de la visite a été appréciée, les invités se sentant bien de soutenir les efforts de conservation.
  • emergencyLes participants ont apprécié le bateau confortable et bien équipé, rendant le voyage agréable et fluide.
  • emergencyL'organisation et le professionnalisme de la visite ont souvent été salués, contribuant à une expérience sans faille.
  • emergencyLes invités ont trouvé l'expérience éducative et engageante, ce qui la rend adaptée à tous les âges.
  • star_shineApportez un appareil photo pour capturer les incroyables observations de baleines et portez des couches pour rester à l'aise sur l'eau.

We advocate for healthy oceans - join us on our Ultimate Whale Watch and become an ocean advocate too! Embark on an exhilarating whale watch guided by marine scientists. Learn about these majestic mammals through expert commentary whilst supporting world-leading research and conservation projects.

Highlights

  • Whale watching with marine scientists sharing the findings of the latest, cutting-edge research of the Pacific Whale Foundation Australia in Hervey Bay.
  • Support ocean advocacy and learn how you can contribute to healthier waterways and the importance of Whale Heritage Sites.
  • Cruise in comfort on the Ocean Defender, a 12m RIB vessel purpose-built for wildlife watching and small-group tours.
  • Whale Sightings Guaranteed between July 15th and October 9th

Get up close and personal to one of the most magnificent creatures on the plantet and listen to live whale songs with underwater hydrophones!

The Pacific Whale Foundation have over 40 years of whale research experience and you’ll have the opportunity to learn from specialist marine scientists.

Our 3 hour trip departs from Great Sandy Straits Marina in Hervey Bay onboard our 12m RIB Ocean Defender, purpose-built for whale watching. It provides for a small boutique style excursion with panoramic water views and outstanding photo opportunities.

Your ticket to adventure will also help to save the whales as all profits from the Pacific Whale Foundations Hervey Bay cruises support whale research in Australia.

Don’t just dream it…do it! This is a once in a lifetime must do experience, book yours today!

Itinerary

  • Check in 30 minutes prior to Depature time
Adult $109.00
Child $79.00

What's included

  • Expert commentary from marine scientists
  • Underwater hydrophones to listen to live whale songs
  • Sightings guaranteed from July 15th to October 9th
  • Cold drink and snack included
  • FREE Junior Naturalist Whale Watch Guide Book activity booklet for children

Duration

  • Allow approximately 3 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Please check in at the Ocean Store 30 min prior to boarding time.
  • Store front is located in the Great Sandy Straits Marina Complex.

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 6

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • Children under 6 years of age are not permitted on this trip.

    Whale Sightings guaranteed from July 15th to October 9th. Booking dates available outside of this period do not offer a Whale Sighting guarantee.

  • Bookings can not be changed or cancelled within 48 hours of the scheduled departure.

    Check in: Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.

Available Bookings from4 Jun to 17 Jun 2026

All prices are shown inAUD ($)

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Authenticated Reviews

Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience.

Authenticated Reviews

Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support

  • emergencyLes clients ont adoré les guides compétents et passionnés qui ont fourni des commentaires éclairants sur les baleines et la vie marine.
  • emergencyBeaucoup ont loué les rencontres rapprochées avec les baleines, soulignant l'expérience palpitante de les voir de près dans leur habitat naturel.
  • emergencyL'approche écologique de la visite a été appréciée, les invités se sentant bien de soutenir les efforts de conservation.
  • emergencyLes participants ont apprécié le bateau confortable et bien équipé, rendant le voyage agréable et fluide.
  • emergencyL'organisation et le professionnalisme de la visite ont souvent été salués, contribuant à une expérience sans faille.
  • emergencyLes invités ont trouvé l'expérience éducative et engageante, ce qui la rend adaptée à tous les âges.
  • star_shineApportez un appareil photo pour capturer les incroyables observations de baleines et portez des couches pour rester à l'aise sur l'eau.

4.7

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Charlotte Simond from France wrote on 12 September 2018

Whale watching

Une expérience inoubliable, un petit bateau, nous étions 13 ce jour là et cela été parfait ! Nous avons pris le dernier tour l’après-midi et pas déçu avec le sunset au retour :) Au début nous avons vu les baleines de loin car accompagné très souvent de bébé mais nous avons eu la chance à la fin d’en voir de près et la c’est un moment exceptionnel et le capitaine a eu la gentillesse de nous laisser du temps supplémentaire pour en profiter! Merci !

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Marie from France wrote on 10 August 2018

Super expérience

Très bonne expérience avec la Pacific Whale foundation. Tout le staff était adorable, on a pu voir pas mal de Humpback whales, on a aperçu une baleine franche australe, quelques dauphins et une tortue a même très rapidement montré le bout de son nez. Les explications de la naturaliste étaient aussi assez intéressants. Je recommande !

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Thomas Maunay from France wrote on 29 September 2017

Superbe !

Très bonne matinée personnel vraiment sympathique et au petit soin !!

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From Hervey Bay’s Ultimate Whale Watch - Pacific Whale Foundation Eco Adventures Australia

Notre capitain et equipage sont passioné de partager leurs connaissance des baleines à bosse, et nous apprécions votre soutien a Pacific Whale Foundation et notre mission de protéger nos océeans par la science et le plaidoyer!

Shelley Gillett from Australia wrote on 20 October 2021

Great experience

The crew were knowledge and we were looked after very well. A great day out.

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Thanks so much Shelly, glad you could join us aboard

agostinam from Australia wrote on 15 October 2021

Awesome experience!

Awesome experience! I had never seen a whale so close before. The crew new a lot about whales. I would really recommend this tour. Loved it!

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