Activity Details
We'll depart from the Great Sandy Straits Marina out towards Platypus Bay, where the mighty Humpback Whales come to rest and play. Some of the behaviours we'll observe are: breaching, spy-hopping, pec-slapping, tail-slapping and lunges. We usually see our resident bottlenose dolphins playing with their Humpback whale friends too. Cruising alongside the West Coast of K'gari (Fraser Island), we may even be lucky enough to spot a dingo.
Our 1/2 day morning or afternoon cruise will leave you with cherished memories to last a lifetime. Choose from our Extended Morning (5 hour cruise) or our Afternoon + Sunset (4 hour cruise). Fun, educational, interesting, inspirational and amazing are just some of the ways to describe a Whale Watch experience with Whalesong. Join us to tick off an incredible bucket list experience.
Stop At:
• Whalesong Cruises, Great Sandy Straits Marina 17 Buccaneer Dr Shop 2, Great Sandy Straits Marina, Urangan, Hervey Bay, Queensland 4655 Australia
Itinerary
Departure Point: Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up from local resorts, hotels, motels and caravan parks. We don't pick up from Air BnBs (unless they are close to the Esplanade) due to time constraints and vast spread of locations. Pick up (and drop off) times depend on where you're staying in the Bay.
In general, pick up times for the morning cruise are approx:
* Point Vernon/Pialba: 7:05am - 7:15am, Scarness: 7:15am - 7:20am, Torquay: 7:20am - 7:30am, Urangan: 7:30am - 7:40am. Please call to verify your pick up address, at least 24 hours before the cruise.
In general, pick up times for the afternoon cruise are approx:
* Point Vernon/Pialba: 1:05pm - 1:15pm, Scarness: 1:15pm - 1:20pm, Torquay: 1:20pm - 1:30pm, Urangan: 1:30pm - 1:40pm. Please call to verify your pick up address, at least 24 hours before the cruise.
:Tour option details are as follows
Extended Morning Whale watch 08:00:
Option Descriptions: Whalesong's Morning Cruise will get you out on the Bay & interacting with the whales before the other boats, but still back in time to be able to make use of your afternoon.
Duration: 5 hours
Morning tea and buffet lunch: Filtered drinking water, loose leaf tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo
Pickup included
Option Departure Time: 8:00 AM
Afternoon + Sunset Whale watch 14:00:
Option Descriptions: Squeeze in a whale watch cruise in on the same day you arrive and enjoy the sunset on the way back to the Marina.
Duration: 4 hours
Afternoon tea + buffet dinner: Filtered drinking water, loose leaf tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo
Pickup included
Option Departure Time: 2:00 PM
Family - Morning Whale Watch 08:00:
Option Descriptions: Duration: 5 hours: With the Extended Morning Whale watch, you and your family will get an extra hour to experiences Humpback Whale encounters.
Morning tea and buffet lunch: Also enjoy filtered drinking water, loose leaf tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo for the entire cruise
Extra time: Great option for families who want longer than a 1/2 day but don't want 3/4 or a full day on the water.
Pickup included
Option Departure Time: 8:00 AM
Family - Afternoon Whale Watch 14:00:
Option Descriptions: Duration: 4 hours: Enjoy the afternoon light whilst watching the Humpback Whales, with a beautiful sunset on the return journey
Afternoon tea + buffet dinner: Also enjoy filtered drinking water, tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo for the entire cruise.
Afternoon + Sunset Whale Watch: A whale watch and sunset cruise in one...what a combination!
Pickup included
Option Departure Time: 2:00 PM
Inclusions
- AM departure - Morning tea and buffet lunch
- PM departure - Antipasto platter (afternoon tea) and Buffet dinner
- Multi-level viewing decks
- Expert commentary - translated by our multilingual crew (German, French, Spanish, Italian)
- Hydrophone and underwater cameras to listen to and view the Humpback Whales
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hervey Bay accommodations
- Filtered water, tea, herbal tea, coffee and milo
Exclusions
- Drinks and snacks (available for purchase on board)
- Souvenirs (available for purchase on board)
Change & Refund Policies
- Free cancellation at or before 00:01 at least 2 days before the date of use
- Cancellations made after 00:01 at least 2 days before the date of use will incur a cancellation fee of 100%
- Partial cancellation of this booking is not permitted
How to Use It
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- Your voucher will be sent to your email after your booking is confirmed. Please check the usage instructions on your voucher for more info about how to use it
- Any traveler groups not mentioned in the booking options are not applicable for voucher use.
Activity Essentials
Traveller Information
Senior: Age 60 to 100
Infant: Age 0 to 3
Adult: Age 18 to 59
Youth: Age 13 to 17
Child: Age 4 to 12
Important Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
In the event that no whales are spotted, you will receive a return ticket to come again at a future date
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Face masks provided for travelers
