Full Day Hervey Bay Premium Whale Watching Cruise

Join our premium Hervey Bay whale watching cruise for close encounters with humpback whales, dolphins, and more. Enjoy gourmet meals and top-notch amenities.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Freedom III Whale Watch and Charters - Board Freedom at 9.10am, ready for departure at 9.30am. The relaxed and scenic tour departs from Berth 4A at the Great Sandy Straits Marina in Urangan Harbour. Onboard our comfortableful, 58ft catamaran, we pass Round Island, the Urangan Jetty and Big Woody Island and then head towards Platypus Bay where the whales will be sighted!
    The tour usually follows much of the Western Beaches of K’gari. It may be possible to witness many different whale behaviours, and, because we have all day, we can spend more time with the whales, witnessing them express their natural behaviours and often approaching the boat to check us out as we wave and call them in to us! Other marine animals, such as dolphins, turtles and sea birds may be observed as well. Guests will be offered morning tea, buffet lunch and afternoon tea during the tour. Free tea, coffe and water is available all day and other soft drinks or alcohol can be purchased on board as well.

With three viewing platforms plus water level, you will have 360 degree views. We have a comfortable saloon, three toilets and a wonderful, friendly crew to look after you while you have the experience of a lifetime!

What's Included
  • Three viewing levels plus water’s edge
  • Courtesy bus transfers to and from the marina
  • Guaranteed sightings from 15 July to 10 October or a free return tour
  • Comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, air conditioning, three toilets
  • Free Starlink Wifi - available wherever we are!
  • Lunch
  • Delicious Morning and Afternoon Tea - pastries, seasonal fruit and cheese platters
  • Live commentary on board
  • Tea and coffee
  • Fully qualified first aiders and defib onboard - your safety is our number 1 priority
What's Not Included
  • Licensed bar, soft drinks and Nespresso machine coffees (available to purchase)
Additional Information

Freedom Whale Watching spends more time with the whales. So make a day of it and reward yourself with this premium whale watching tour. There is plenty of time to witness close encounters and stunning behaviours of the majestic humpback whales whilst in the shelter of K’Gari(formerly Fraser Island). Dolphins, turtles and other marine creatures are often encountered as well. Maximum 49 passengers, includes delicious morning and afternoon tea, and buffet lunch. Our guest reviews speak for themselves. Our wonderful crew will spoil you while you watch the humpback whales splash and play around the boat. With a licensed bar, indoor and outdoor seating, three toilets, three viewing decks plus water-level, you will have the experience of a lifetime. Tick off this bucket list item in style!

Location
Freedom III Whale Watch and Charters
Buccaneer Drive
Arrive at the boat by 9.10am. Freedom is on Berth 4A at the Great Sandy Straits Marina (GSS). Walk through the Marina building (where the shops are) and turn right to find the boat ramp. It is near Cafe Baleana. The car park is between the Mantra and Breakfree Resorts.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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50rachellel
Jul 30, 2024
Awesome day whale watching - Epic day on the water, from our pick up to drop off it was awesome. The team at Freedom Whale watching are amazing, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea we all delicious. Plenty of time to watch the many whales that approached the boat. Would highly recommend doing the full day with Freedom
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Chrisbjones
Jul 23, 2024
The best possible experience of one of nature's best spectacles - I have been on several fabulous whale watching tours and this was up there with the very best. A beautiful day, a beautiful boat, wonderful funny and knowledgeable captain and crew, good food, good luck with the weather and so.many.whales! made for a memorable and utterly pleasurable experience. I would tell anyone of any age and in any grouping to do this if you want to see our wonderful Australian humpbacks on their migration. Took hundreds of photos!
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Sailingcs
Jul 23, 2024
Great Humpback Whale Tour- Highly Recommend! - The tour was great. We went with our two girls, ages 5 and 8 and they had a wonderful time. Toni was the skipper and guide and was wonderful. Beck and Liz were the other staff that also did a wonderful job. Great all around experience. The vegetarian food option was great; just a little more would have been perfect. We saw several humpbacks, dolphins, a dugong, and a dingo. Thank you for a memorable experience; highly recommend this tour operator (Freedom 3(.
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Julie
Jul 14, 2024
Memorable - Fabulous staff, all of the staff went out of their way to be helpful . Lunch was delicious. The boat was extremely comfortable . We saw several active pods of whales even though it was early in the season. A fabulous day! Highly recommend this tour
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I6507nfmichaelf
Jul 5, 2024
Full day of awesome whale watching - A fantastic day on a great boat to watch whales with friendly crew and awesome food. I am looking forward to our next visit.
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S151besued
Oct 5, 2023
Best whale watching ever - Brilliant day out, lots of whales everywhere. Staff were great and food was good. Can’t recommend them enough
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Peishan_p
Oct 2, 2023
What an incredible trip! We absolutely loved it. - 1. We spent a solid 6 hours out on the water, and we had the privilege of seeing so many whales. Some of them even came right up to the boat, and one even gave us a spectacular spout! 2. The meals were simply delicious. They served us morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea, and every bite was fantastic! 3. The captain was a wealth of information, sharing so many interesting facts with us. Plus, all the crew members were super friendly. This trip was absolutely worth it! 🐳🌊😄
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Melissabn7446qk
Oct 2, 2023
Best day ever - Was a bucket list trip and it was better than I dreamt about. Fantastic staff, plenty of lovely food and heaps of whales, lots of mums and bags.
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Suesv7900jj
Oct 2, 2023
Amazing experience for anyone! - Amazing trip today. Everything was perfect. Skipper Toni along with Matt & Abby were really great hosts. Everyone was part of trip, searching for whales, asking questions, was really great. A great selection of food was served.
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D3940cvlindsayd
Oct 1, 2023
Very enjoyable, loved it! - Had a great day on the water with the whales. The catering was spot on and the crew were excellent, particularly Abby, an asset to your company!
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