Marine Mecca

Experience the untouched remote west coast of World Heritage listed K’gari- Fraser Island and be one of the few to explore parts of the island only the locals know about. Explore the island by bush walking, snorkelling, kayaking and swimming.  Full and half day tours run from the mainland and include water activities, transfers and food.

Join a private day charter in the waters between Hervey Bay and Fraser Island for a full skippered boating experience. Locations travelled include Round Island, Big Woody Island lighthouse and Pelican Bank and views of Fraser Island.

Soak up the panoramic views of Hervey Bay and World Heritage listed K’gari (Fraser Island) and watch a spectacular sunset in Hervey Bay from one of the region’s marine operators. Many tours include drinks and food platters so guests can sit back and enjoy the views. Perfect for couples, families, adventurers, and seniors.

Board a comfortable marine vessel for a cruise along the coast of the Great Sandy Strait in search of our resident marine life. Look out for pods of dolphins, turtles, dugongs, seabirds and other marine life.

Join a cruise for an experience of the internationally protected Great Sandy Marine Park. Each operator offers a different experience, from half day adventures with activities to sightseeing cruises with refreshments. Join Spirit of the Bay for a cruise from Hervey Bay up the mighty Mary River to Maryborough. Enjoy morning or afternoon tea, lunch, commentary and raffles on this picturesque cruise.

Hervey Bay is a stopover site for humpback whales, a place whales choose to stop, stay and play during the cooler months of their annual winter migration. Famous for up-close encounters, Hervey Bay was named the world’s first whale heritage in 2019 by the World Cetacean Alliance. Join a dedicated whale fleet operator for a first-hand experience during the whale watching season from July to October