Hervey Bay Whale Watching

Humpback Whales | Australis Shelly Bay Resort

   
Unlike other Whale Watching locations, in Hervey Bay you actually get to encounter the whales up close and personal as they approach the boat to see you... a visitor in their playground! 

Only a Hervey Bay Whale Watching experience can get you this close!

The calm and tranquil waters of Hervey Bay are protected from the wind and high seas by Fraser Island, providing the perfect playground for the Humpback Whales to spend a little vacation of their own before returning to their annual summer migration to the cooler waters of the Southern Ocean.  The whales can stay in Hervey Bay for up to 4 months on their return journey with the mothers teaching their young calves how to breach, play, tail flap and sing, while later in the season the larger males demonstrate their prowess in search of a female for the summer.

Hervey Bay Whale Watching Tours can be booked upon arrival at the Australis Shelly Bay Resort Tour Desk and we highly recommend you DO NOT book in advance directly with the operators.  This is because at no extra cost we can ensure you get:

  • The best tour advice
  • The latest weather advice
  • FREE courtesy pick-up and return transfers to and from the resort
  • FREE safe and secure undercover car parking
  • All at the best possible price

To take advantage of our FREE service and advice FREE CALL 1800 240 797 or tick the appropriate Bookings Extras boxes on our online booking form.  You won't be charged for your tours until you check in, but we'll secure a spot for you, long before you get here.