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A Tourism Australia Signature Experience and Best of Queensland experience!
Hervey Bay’s Ultimate Whale Watch - we advocate for healthy oceans - join us on board and become an ocean advocate too! A Tourism Australia Signature Experience, Best of Queensland experience and the only whale watch on the Fraser Coast based on over 40 years of whale research in Hervey Bay. Proceeds support research, conservation and outreach projects.
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Rates
***Regular price***
**Adults** (13+): A$119.00!
**Children** (age 6-12): A$89.00!
*For safety reasons, we do not allow children under 5 years of age on this cruise.*
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3 Departures Daily
8:00am - 10:00am
12:00pm - 2:00pm
3:30pm - 6:00pm
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Check-in
Ocean Store, Shop 1, Great Sandy Straits Marina
Boarding 30 minutes prior to departure time
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About Hervey Bay's Ultimate Whale Watch
**A Tourism Australia Signature Experience**
Led by Scientists who provide expert interpretation of the amazing whale behaviors you'll encounter.
Listen to live whale songs with underwater hydrophones and learn the latest whale facts and findings. Ticket prices includes a cold drink and small snack.
FREE Junior Naturalist Whale Watch Guide activity booklet for children.
FREE Whale Watch Guide for adults.
Whale sightings guaranteed (July 1 – Oct 25) or get a free return ticket.
**Cruise on** ***Ocean Defender***
You'll cruise in comfort on Hervey Bay's purpose-built wildlife and whale watching vessel *Ocean Defender* with a maximum of 38 passengers. Enjoy a smooth ride with panoramic water-level "whale's eye" views from forward-facing seats offering plenty of shade.
There's also plenty of room on this small-group tour with excellent photo opportunities and the convenience of a toilet onboard. *Ocean Defender* follows all regulations for whale protection including our own "Be Whale Aware" guidelines.
**Help Save Whales**
Your ticket to adventure with Pacific Whale Foundation supports whale research, marine education and ocean conservation in Australia and around the world. An international Non-Government Organization and eco tourism pioneer, Pacific Whale Foundation has been working to save the whales since 1980.
**Imagery and Filming**
By booking this tour, I assign, transfer, and grant to Pacific Whale Foundation and Pacific Whale Foundation Eco-Adventures Australia the right to produce and utilize materials with my (and any minors in my party that I am responsible for) face, likeness, voice and appearance as part of advertising and promotion of their related programs and offerings.
Booking Notes
#Check-in and directions
**Pacific Whale Foundation Australia Ocean Store
Please check-in 30 minutes prior to your departure time at Pacific Whale Foundation Eco Adventures Australia's Ocean Store - Shop 1 at the Great Sandy Straits Marina Terminal (17 Buccaneer Drive, Urangan, 4655).
Whale sightings are guaranteed between 15 July and 9 October. Outside this period, our crew will always do their best to find whales; however, sightings can be less predictable in early July and late October.
Free parking is available in the carpark nearest to Breakfree Resort on Buccaneer Dr, Urangan.
Proceeds go towards supporting Pacific Whale Foundation Australia's ocean research, education and conservation projects.
What to Bring
Camera, hat and sunglasses. We also recommend bringing a spray jacket and something to keep you warm as it could be wet or cold. We do sell ponchos, bags, long sleeve t-shirts, hoodies, hats, sunglasses and beanies in our Ocean Store.
Conditions on the water are usually comfortable, but if you’re prone to motion sickness or unsure how you’ll go, we recommend taking travel sickness medication 30 minutes before departure.
This tour is best suited for children over 5 years of age however we will make exceptions for children under 5 years of age upon request.
We hope you enjoy your travels and we look forward to welcoming you onboard the Ocean Defender to experience world-class whale watching in Hervey Bay, the world's first Whale Heritage Site.
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#Book a second trip!
**Book a second trip with us for a 20% discount!**
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Cancellation Policy
Reservations are refundable up to 48 hours prior to scheduled tour. Check-in for boarding at least 30 minutes prior to departure time at the Ocean Store. No-shows are non-refundable. Not recommended for children under 5, pregnant women or individuals with neck or back concerns. All activities are at your own risk. No liability, expressed or implied, rests with Pacific Whale Foundation, or its subsidiaries or officers. Pacific Whale Foundation reserves the right to reschedule or cancel due to weather, sea state or other circumstances.
