Will I see a whale?
Every whale watching tour is a unique experience and being a nature based tour there is no guarantee on wild animals. However, we have a very high rate of finding Humpback Whales due to our experience, advanced knowledge of the local waters and the number of whales that visit the Hervey Bay. There is also a chance that you could see Bottlenose Dolphins, Common Dolphins, Australian Humpback Dolphins, turtles, dugongs, sharks, seals and sea birds.
What is the whale immersive experience?
We have an in-water platform that allows our guests to enter the water with the whales under our permit conditions. We believe this to be a safe option for our guests and is very whale friendly as it allows the whales to decide whether they come in for a look or not. This is a great value add to our tour as we do not charge anything extra for this experience. It will be opportunistic as it does depend on the weather and the whales behaviour.
Will I be able to touch a whale?
We are a responsible whale watching tour operator and don’t approach whales within 100m. The whales can come in closer if they wish and they are usually quite curious creatures. It is prohibited to touch a whale, but if the opportunity is there, you will be able to get very close to them.
What about sea sickness, will it be rough?
Our catamaran is designed to provide a stable ride, and we don’t go out into open ocean waters, but depending on the sea conditions you may experience motion sickness. If you think you may experience motion sickness, there are medications that you can take before boarding. Please talk to your doctor or pharmacy for advice on which is suitable for you.
Is smoking permitted?
We are a licensed premise so NO smoking or vaping is permitted whilst on board.
We are a non-smoking, non vaping vessel.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit cards (Visa & MasterCard) as well as cash. You can book and pay for your tour or cruise online by clicking here.
Do you have sheltered seating areas?
Yes, we have a comfortable seating area shaded from the sun allowing you to rest while still taking in 180 degree views.
Is there Parking Available?
Yes, there is FREE all day parking available for guests.
Are there toilets on board?
Yes, we have one modern spacious toilet on board for our guests.
Are your tours suitable for children?
Yes, our tours are suitable for children of all ages. Our catamaran is designed to provide a stable ride for all passengers. Please note: as our Exclusive Whale Encounter is a FULL day tour we suggest it is more suited to children aged 8 years and above.
Parents or guardians are required to supervise children at all times.
Do you have WIFI?
Yes we have free WIFI
Are you licensed?
Yes we are licensed
Do you cater dietary needs?
Yes we can cater for dietary needs
Hat
Having a secure hat with a wide brim will help shade you from the Queensland sun.
Jacket
Bring a jacket as the wind can get a little chilly as we head out to the whales.