The vessel is a stable 58 foot catamaran previously owned by world renowned documentary maker ben cropp. Captained and crewed by our experienced team with many years of local whale watch experience youre in for a great day. This is the eighth whale this migration season to be caught in shark control equipment in queensland, but the first to be snared at rainbow beach. Sep 25, 2016 whale watching in hervey bay during the annual migration, its whales galore in hervey bay. Full day whale watching freedom iii hervey bay epic. The east coast of australia is like a highway for the humpback whale migration which sees the whales travel from the cold waters of the arctic, north to the warmer waters off australias north coasts. What determines whale watching tourists expenditure.
Tasman ventures halfday whale watch encounters depart twice daily from the hervey bay marina. The whale watching season in hervey bay runs from july november. It was the first wet whale day of the season but the whales dont seem to mind thanks for choosing freedom iii and we look forward to that return visit. Hervey bay whale watching tours and packages there is nothing quite like coming up close and personal to one of the oceans most majestic animals. Because the morning tour goes via kingfisher bay resort, guests have the option to add lunch at the resort and spend the afternoon there before returning back to hervey bay.
Whale muggings are common, when one or more of these curious creatures approaches and stays close to the boat for an extended period of time. Jun, 2016 hervey bay is an incredible place to enjoy whale watching. Queensland boasts some of the best whale watching destinations in the world. The whales you see enmass on the fraser coast are humpback whales and they can migrate over 5,000 km each year from the antarctic into tropical waters to mate and give birth to their young. Many many whales are heading our way and they will stay and play in hervey bay. Whalesong cruises hervey bay, queenslands premium midsized, modern, environmentally friendly and multifunctional boat, providing unforgettable touring experiences all year round.
The boat, the spirit of hervey bay for those who would like to know, set off at around 1. Next level whale watching swim with the humpbacks at. The best time to go is last 2 weeks august, first 2 weeks sep, but anytime in august, sep is awesome. Hervey bay whale watch urangan aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich. Humpback whales in hervey bay this season hervey bay forum. Marrocu, e, paci, r, zara, a 2015 microeconomic determinants of. Whale watching tours, hervey bay see the majestic humpback. Other amazing destinations to experience a memorable whale watch include the sunshine coast, brisbane, the gold coast and noosa. His last sighting was during the 2015 migration season and mj is. For more information on whale watching in hervey bay.
Hervey bay, harvey bay,travel and tours info, queensland. Hervey bay whale watching emeraldene inns hervey bay blog. Legalised commercial swim tours with humpback whales in australia commenced in queensland in. We have 7 whale watching boats departing hervey bay daily from mid july. Heres a guide of things to do, stay, eat and see in hervey bay. Passengers enjoy a tranquil cruise through the great sandy strait, along the remote pristine western side of world heritage listed fraser island to australias ultimate humpback whale playground.
Fraser island tours whale watching, cruises, 4x4 tours. The whale watching season 2015 is here soon and all predictions say it will be the best season ever. Experience australias best whale watching tours from hervey bay. Whale watching hervey bay will start from approximately 1972020 and end sometime in november 2020 depending on the exact migration of the whales. Mar 22, 2012 amazing whale watch footage with whales singing right next to the boat.
After 30 years of running and operating hervey bay whale watch they sold the business to the peaker family long time friends in 2017. With our whale tours and packages based around the activities of one of the larger species, the humpback whale, we treat passengers to an experience unlike any other. In australia, whale watching has become a popular tourist attraction at a. Amazing whale watch footage with whales singing right next to the boat. The hervey bay whale watching season begins on the 19th of july with whalesong beginning their season with a whalesearch from the 7th of july. The season runs from late july to early november and thats when you need to be here to view get up close and personal to the most magnificent creatures on the planet. Queenslands top whale watching area, hervey bay just 3hrs north of brisbane is widely regarded as one of the best whale watching spots in the world. From june to november you can see majestic humpback whales up close and personal in their natural playground. Latest whale watching season articles topics sunshine. From full day whale watching freedom iii hervey bay. The whales start to arrive in july and tours begin in the middle of the month.
Hervey bay is the place to go to see the magnificent humpback whales come out to play. We even guarantee whale sightings, meaning you get a full refund to a free return cruise outside specific dates if none are spotted on your trip. Pdf this article examines the evolution of whale watching in hervey bay, queensland in. Whales breaching in king george sound september 2015. Hervey bay waters offer regular sightings and encounters with humpback whales as well as playful dolphins. Our hervey bay whale watching tour guarantees you a fast, comfortable journey on our luxurious catamaran, giving you more time with the giant humpback whales. We have just completed our fourth season of whale watching with hervey bay whale watch commencing in july finishing in october. Quick cat ii whale watch from hervey bay whalefree. Which tour depends on a lot of things about what you like, how long you have and when you are going. You will never forget the experience when a huge whale looks you in the eye. As your whale watching specialists, the locally owned and familyrun, whalesong cruises offers experiences you and your loved ones will rave about for a lifetime. Hervey bay whale watching qld australia holiday in. Opportunity to head out whale watching with the hervey bay fleet. Get a group together for some great fishing action with experienced guides in smaller boats.
Cruise the calm waters of the great sandy strait exploring the remote west coast of world heritage listed fraser island and the pristine pelican bank. Set sail on our unforgettable hervey bay whale watching tours. Whale watching has become a mustdo experience for many travellers, with some 80,000 keen spectators and now, swimmers jumping aboard vessels from fraser island and hervey bay each year. Jul 17, 2015 hervey bay whale festival to begin as humpback migration to lure influx of whale watchers posted july 17, 2015 11. Hervey bay whale watch brian and jill perry began commercial whale watching in australia back in 1987 in the calm, pristine waters of hervey bay. Our first experience was in 2015 on board the quick cat 11 and as we live here we are avid whale watchers and regularly go out whale watching during the season with hervey bay whale watch. Whale watching is a popular pastime in australia, whether from the land or on a whale watching tour. Commercial whalewatching in hervey bay only began in 1987, but it has expanded dramatically. Compare whale watch tours whale watch tour bookings. The hervey bay whale watching season runs from late july to the end of october.
During a good season it is estimated that approximately 400,000 people visit the. Hervey bay whale watching qld australia holiday in hervey. Baby whales show off, whales mug our boat, blue oceans, perfect weather, a room with a view, mouthwatering food and tropical cocktails on the harbour equals a fantastic weekend of whale watching in hervey bay. A young adult humpback whale breaches into the air during a migratory. The humpbacks of hervey bay are also the most active, playful and inquisitive whales found anywhere in the world. Based in hervey bay, fraser island tours are a dedicated team that aims to consistently provide you with great value tours and accommodation. Baby whales show off, whales mug our boat, blue oceans, perfect weather, a room with a view, mouthwatering food and tropical cocktails on the harbour equals a fantastic weekend of. Outside of whale season freedom iii is available for mother shipping charters. New, improved whale one to be revealed ahead of peak season. Lady elliot island and whale watching in season late july to early november we are wanting. Keith pitt on why its important you download covidsafe app. Hervey bay sailing, snorkelling trip with kids oct 19, 2019.
Hervey bay whale festival to begin as humpback migration to lure influx of whale watchers posted july 17, 2015 11. For the latest updates, whale sightings and facts make sure to download the free wild about. Whale watching in hervey bay, australia mum on the move. Hopes for sighting migaloo, the infamous white whale, in nsw. Fco announces whale parade will return to seafront oval. Queensland whale watching whale watch tour bookings. Whale watching hervey bay whalesong cruises hervey bay. Hervey bay is a particularly good spot for whale watching as the whales are not. Whalesong cruises is usually the first boat to launch for the season, and from late june will start whale search dolphin watch cruises. Flying hervey bay to lady elliot and need luggage storage sep 29, 2019. Freedom iii offers a fantastic day out to see the amazing humpback whales in their natural environment.
We offer the only whalewatch based on over 30 years of whale research in hervey bay. While at other whale watching places the whales are usually just passing by on their migration, hervey bay is unique as it is an area where whales choose to hang out for a few days heading south back to antarctica, the whales use the calm conditions here to strengthen up the calves and teach them some life skills needed to survive on their long journey back home. After the 19th of july the hervey bay whale numbers. There are plenty of whalewatching cruises to pick from. By late october there are fewer whales in the bay and operators end whale watching on the 31st of october. About the whales and why they love hervey bay and how the whale watching industry grew here. Whalesong cruises is usually the first boat to launch for the season, and from late june will start whale search. Skipper brian and the hervey bay whale watch leave kingfisher bay resort at fraser island daily during whale watching season 1 august to 31 october. For more information on the hervey bay whale festival, head to. Whalesong cruises whale watching in hervey bay tour. Taking the whale watching tours is something that you never get sick of, because every day and every cruise is different and you never know quite what you. Watch the gentle giants of the sea spyhop, tail slap and breach.
The ocean and whaleplayground was no longer our own as another boat started to head out, so it was time for us to head in. The whale tale hervey bay, queensland menu, prices. Anger at baby whales close call fraser coast chronicle. While the whales are a little sparse early in the season you are guaranteed to see some dolphins and also enjoy the day out on the water.
Hervey bay is regarded as one of the best places to go whale watching. The whale watching capital of australia, hervey bay, is a popular spot for our biggest coastal visitors, the humpback whales from june to november. The whalewatching capital of australia, hervey bay, is a popular spot for our biggest coastal visitors, the humpback whales from june to november. This year we are expecting between 17,000 and 20,000. Whale watching in hervey bay during the annual migration, its whales galore in hervey bay. When i went to tropical queensland in june i went on a reef sprinter boat that. More than 7,000 whales holiday in the fraser coast on their 5,000km migration from antarctica to teach their baby calves sweet skills like breaching, spy hopping, tummy flashes and plenty of other survival tools. Next level whale watching swim with the humpbacks at hervey bay. Full refunds for the swim are issued if unsuccessfulunable to procceed. Whether you want to commit to a half day, or full day whale watching tour, the range of.
Download our whale watch brochure for more information about us and the tour. Hervey bay whale watching has become a signature activity for tourists visiting the region, as it is one of the best locations to view the humpback whales on their annual migrations. Pacific whale foundation australia protecting the ocean. Our whale watching tours from hervey bay commence in midjuly and extend to early november as part of the humpback whales annual migration along the east coast of australia.
Explore the thriving waters near fraser island step aboard the spirit of hervey bay for an unforgettable 12 day cruise that takes you past the picturesque white sand beaches of fraser island and. The department of environment and heritage regulates the activity closely. Hervey bay whale search and dolphin watch cruise with the possibility of spotting the first humpback whales of the season, the hervey bay whale search and dolphin watch cruise has great protection from the ocean swells, as you cruise along the inside edge of world heritage listed fraser island in the spectacular, pristine hervey bay waterways. Hervey bay whale watching deals 2020 experience oz. Here they calve and raise their young before returning south. Join us for an informative, all inclusive cruise and get up close and personal with these majestic creatures as we take a full day whale watching trip hervey bay. Hervey bay is an incredible place to enjoy whale watching. Your morning tour focuses on discovering the abundant marine life, such as the resident bottlenose dolphins, australian humpback dolphins, dugongs and turtles. Hervey bay premium whale watching cruise provided by. Where to go whale watching in queensland, australia. Scan the seas for a flash or a splash, signalling the start of your aweinspiring experience. Commercial whale watching in hervey bay only began in 1987, but it has expanded dramatically.
The beginning of the season is the primary time for whale swims, into early september. With a large variety tour operators suitable for everyones budget, booking a cruise to encounter with a soulstirring, up close whale experience will truly take your breath away, leaving you with amazing pictures and even better memories of natures gentle giants. Nice, not too pricy accommodations in hervey bay for 1 night dec 09, 2019. During the season, thousands of majestic humpbacks visit the calm protected waters of the bay for their annual holiday, and allow guests the. Our half day morning whale watch cruise departs daily from the hervey bay marina and provides passengers with a tranquil cruise through the great sandy strait, past rugged untouched islands before travelling along the remote pristine western side of world heritage listed fraser island view the abundant marine life swimming in the crystal clear waters of the.
If youve read this blog post, youll know hervey bay is the home of whale watching in queensland, and one of the worlds first official whale heritage sites which sets the benchmark for whale watching across the globe. They stop and hang around giving whale watchers the best experience of any queensland location. Whale in bay this video, filmed by pacific eagle air cam camera drone specialists in california, was shared by fishing southeast qld who wrote it was shot in hervey bay. Whale watching in australia is a popular recreational pursuit and a tourist activity along various. During whale season, all freedom whale watch packages include transfers. Hervey bay is the best whale watching destination in australia. Cruise the sheltered waters of platypus bay whilst taking in breathtaking sights as we travel along the beautiful white sandy banks of fraser islands beaches to the whales playground. Whale watch cruise kingfisher bay resort fraser island. All hervey bay whale watching operators guarantee sightings or a free ticket for another cruise from july 28th to october 14th, with plentiful whales in the bay from the start of august. Hervey bay is about a 4 hour drive north of brisbane on the fraser coast and from july through to october each year its whale season. Our hervey bay whale watching tours are certainly a fantastic experience so.
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