Whalesong Cruises
Whalesong Cruises - Hervey Bay, Queensland's premium mid-sized, modern, environmentally friendly and multi-functional boat, providing unforgettable boat tour experiences all year round.
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Half-day Humpback Whale and Dolphin Search in Hervey Bay
Varied wildlife and guaranteed enjoyment - June 24th to July 14th, 2023.
Prior to Guaranteed Humpback Whale Watching season (from July 15th to mid-October) in Hervey Bay, Whalesong gets you out on the water to be some of the first people to find the Humpback whales of the season.
Whale Search Hervey Bay: 5 hours, 8am - 1pm: Morning tea and Buffet lunch included
Enjoy 5 glorious hours on the pristine waters between K'gari (Fraser Island) and Hervey Bay searching for the majestic Humpback Whale, on the new and modern environmentally friendly MV Whalesong. The Humpback Whales don't use a calender so let Whalesong Cruises provide you with the chance to be some of the first guests on the Fraser Coast to see these beautiful creatures.
Varied wildlife and guaranteed enjoyment. As well as our resident bottlenose dolphins, you may also see marine animals as sting rays, eagle rays, turtles, fish, bird life and occasionally the endangered Dugong (sea cow). Whilst we’ll also be looking for the Humpback Whales, Whalesong doesn't offer guaranteed sightings until July 15th, 2023 onwards. In addition to an incredible experience observing a variety of wildlife in their natural environment, you'll enjoy a real time commentary about them all (humpback whales, dolphins, dugongs, sharks, turtles and bird life) as well as some local history of K'gari (Fraser Island) and the traditional land owners, the Butchulla people.
We get you out on the Bay and searching for the whales in the morning, so you're still back in time to be able to make use of your afternoon. As you will enjoy a fresh buffet lunch whilst cruising back to the marina, all you need to do is step off the boat and carry on with your day.
This experience in Hervey Bay's calm waters is like no other and on board Whalesong, you can relax and enjoy the entire experience whilst the friendly, experienced and COVID-19 safety trained crew look after you and your friends and family's needs.
Cruises inclusions:
- Local knowledge and expert fauna commentary with an emphasis on whales
- Multilingual crew to give direct translation in French, German, Spanish and Italian - if preferred
- Multi level viewing throughout the entire vessel
- Hydrophone to listen to the whales 'sing'
- Free WiFi onboard
- Low passenger numbers (only carry max. 70% of actual capacity)
- Extra wide decks provide many excellent viewing and comfortable seating options
- Complimentary filtered water, loose leaf tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo available all cruise
- Delicious morning tea AND buffet lunch. Special dietary requirements catered for on request and with reasonable notice.
- Fully licensed and well stocked bar
- Snacks, souvenirs and merchandise available for purchase
- Kids activity sheets
- Wheelchair ramps and accessible toilet
- Courtesy bus pick up in Hervey Bay
You'll be pleased you chose Whalesong for your Whale Searching in Hervey Bay. With our commitment to the environment and sustainable practices, you can feel comfortable knowing your experience is not at the expense of the environment these incredible creatures live in.
Whilst we are all 'living with' COVID-19 and Whalesong is still practising enhanced cleanliness and sanitisation, it is recommended that 'vulnerable' people don't attend a cruise. Please visit our COVID-19 page for any updates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
8am sharp. Please be at the boat by 7:45, ready to board.
1pm (no later than 2pm). The cruise is 5 hours, but we sometimes stay out a bit longer, depending on the wildlife we've seen (or haven't yet seen). There's plenty of time to relax in the afternoon or travel to your next destination, if you're leaving Hervey Bay.
We're surveyed for 100 people but only take up to 70 guests for guest comfort.
Yes. We have no minimum or maximum age on this cruise. Parents, we have colouring in for the children, in times when they need distracted. Please remember, your children are your responsibility. Whilst our crew are friendly, accommodating and great with children, they aren't there to babysit.
Yes. There's plenty of room on board for prams and strollers.
Whalesong is a wheelchair accessible vessel, with ramps for embarking/disembarking, extra wide decks for manoeuvrability and a wheelchair accessible toilet on board.
We are constantly monitoring the weather....it is in our DNA.
There are better days than others. We do not go out if we think it'll be uncomfortable and unsafe. In the case of unfavourable weather, we will call you the day before to discuss your options (move to a different day, subject to cruise availability, strongly advise on taking sea sickness medication, or cancelling and fully refunding your cruise). We want you to enjoy this experience as much as possible!
Generally, yes. So far, we have always seen some form of wildlife on our cruises. As with weather though, we cannot control what the wildlife is doing. Rest assured, our skippers and crew will be doing their very best to spot wildlife for you. It also helps if our guests are active in looking for wildlife too. You will receive a wonderful commentary and insights, as well as a fun time out on the water.
No. We don't guarantee any wildlife on this cruise. We almost always see something though. You will have enjoyed a cruise with us and also paid less than the guaranteed whale watch cruise.
Yes. We provide morning tea, lunch, drinking water and hot drinks on this cruise. We have drinks, snacks, souvenirs and merchandise for sale on board. After 10am, you're also welcome to purchase alcoholic drinks (beer, wines, bubbles and pre-mixed spirits) at our fully stocked bar.
Whalesong Cruises
Whalesong Cruises - Hervey Bay, Queensland's premium mid-sized, modern, environmentally friendly and multi-functional boat, providing unforgettable boat tour experiences all year round.
Whalesong Cruises
Whalesong Cruises - Hervey Bay, Queensland's premium mid-sized, modern, environmentally friendly and multi-functional boat, providing unforgettable boat tour experiences all year round.
Whalesong Cruises
Whalesong Cruises - Hervey Bay, Queensland's premium mid-sized, modern, environmentally friendly and multi-functional boat, providing unforgettable boat tour experiences all year round.
Whalesong Cruises
Whalesong Cruises - Hervey Bay, Queensland's premium mid-sized, modern, environmentally friendly and multi-functional boat, providing unforgettable boat tour experiences all year round.
Whalesong Cruises
Whalesong Cruises - Hervey Bay, Queensland's premium mid-sized, modern, environmentally friendly and multi-functional boat, providing unforgettable boat tour experiences all year round.