What to do and see in Hervey Bay, Queensland: The Best Nature & Wildlife Tours

Tasman Venture offers Hervey Bay's premier whale watching and Fraser Island experience, departing from Hervey Bay on Queensland's Fraser Coast. On Hervey Bay's ultimate whale watching experience, let the humpbacks amaze you with their close encounters and spectacular breaching. Travelling with Tasman Venture guarantees you a fast, comfortable journey, giving you more time with the whales. Be one of the few to see the untouched and unique side of the stunning World Heritage listed Fraser Island, on Tasman Venture's Remote Fraser Island tour. This is no ordinary Fraser Island tour - get away from the chaos and the crowds, forget the rigid timetables and rushing from place to place. With Tasman Venture you can experience the hidden and most remote parts of Fraser Island in a comfortable and relaxing way. Explore the island while bush walking, snorkelling, fishing, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking and swimming. The luxurious 20m catamaran offers clear viewing decks, underwater viewing windows and a unique water level viewing platform for the ultimate up close and personal experience. Our friendly, experienced and accredited staff will ensure you have an amazing experience you will never forget.

Hervey Bay’s premium mid-sized whale watching and charter boat, with a strong focus on ecological practices, sustainability, education and enjoyment! Whalesong Cruises offers cruises all year round on a modern, luxury and environmentally friendly boat. Experience a taste of Fraser Island on our Fraser Island Beach + BBQ Cruise or enjoy fresh local seafood & variety of non seafood items as the sun sets on our Hervey Bay Sunset Cruise. Then from late-June join us for a Whale Search Cruise or guaranteed Whale Watch experience from mid-July in the waters between K'gari (Fraser Island) and the mainland - the best place in the world to view Humpback Whales. Whalesong has a water level viewing area, enclosed luxurious cabin, open air viewing on two levels with extra wide decks and wheelchair friendly access. The entire Whalesong team is dedicated to providing an exceptional customer experience. Viewing and seating available so everyone is right where the action is. Small passenger numbers.

Adrenaline pumping Jetski Tours of the Great Sandy Straits and the Fraser Island Coastline. Enjoy the action of jetskiing while taking in some of the most breathtaking scenery you have ever seen. See the amazing marine life such as turtles, dolphins, dugongs, fish, rays, whales and much more!

Hervey Bay's Ultimate Whalewatch. Cruise with the experts at Pacific Whale Foundation on the only whalewatch based on over 30 years of whale research in Hervey Bay. 3 departures daily at 7:00am, 11:00am and 2:30pm. Your Ultimate Whalewatch Includes: Expert commentary from Certified Marine Naturalists, underwater hydrophones to listen to live whale songs, small-group experience with excellent photo opps, sightings guaranteed or get a free return ticket, drinks, snacks and souvenirs available onboard, and a FREE Pacific Whale Foundation full colour Whalewatch Guide.

The Hervey Bay Dive Centre is the region's premier PADI dive training centre, whale swim and dive tour operator who specialises on providing dive tours to the ex HMAS TOBRUK Wreck. Owned and operated by a local family with years of experience in the marine industry. The centre prides itself on providing a bespoke personal experience supported by our passionate and professional crew and a strong environmental approach. The centre provides the only dedicated swim with whales tour departing from Hervey Bay from July - October.

Hervey Bay Whale Watch is a family run business in Hervey Bay for over 30 years. Hervey Bay Whale Watch operate two half day Whale Watch cruises daily during Whale Season (mid July - Oct) on board Quick Cat II – a purpose built Whale Watching vessel. Quick Cat II has 5 viewing decks on 3 different levels to ensure uncrowded and unobstructed viewing. Quick Cat II also has wheelchair & pram access around the entire main deck. Take advantage of our exclusive 'Whales & Lunch @ Fraser' package. Enjoy a Morning Whale Watch cruise aboard Quick Cat II and then disembark at Kingfisher Bay Resort, Fraser Island for the Afternoon. Enjoy a delicious lunch (included) at the SandBar Bistro and then relax on the beautiful beaches of Fraser Island. Only an extra $35.00 on top of your Whale Watch. Join our friendly & experienced crew to ensure an experience of a lifetime watching our Humpback Whales up close & personal in the waters of Hervey Bay – the #1 place in Australia for Whale Watching.

Unique Fraser specialises in small groups, big adventure! Fully guided 1 day tours. We visit more locations than any other day tour company. We offer small groups of 6 + guide, morning/afternoon tea freshly prepared lunch + beer and champagne. We are the ONLY 1 day tour to visit Indian Head and Champagne Pools. YOU DRIVE WE GUIDE Tours. 2 Day Tag-Along Tours on Fraser Island. Have the experience of driving a 4 x 4 on sand while still enjoying the knowledge and experience of our guides. Visit all the world famous locations, get spoilt by having the guide organise and cook all of your meals and be amazed at the beauty of World Heritage Listed Fraser Island.