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Blue Dolphin Marine Tours
Ollie #1 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
5 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Owner description: Whales, Dolphins and Champagne! Be one of the few, not the many to experience our Exclusive Full Day Whale Watching Tours. For an up close and...... more » Owner description: Whales, Dolphins and Champagne! Be one of the few, not the many to experience our Exclusive Full Day Whale Watching Tours. For an up close and personal experience that you will never forget, see the magnificent humpback whale from the uncrowded deck of Blue Dolphin. As one of the smallest vessels and a luxury sailing catamaran, you will experience the trip of a lifetime. See the whales eye to eye and listen as your skipper shares his 27+ years experience working with marine mammals. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Freedom Whale Watch
Ollie #2 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Owner description: Freedom III is a comfortable 58ft power catamaran which operates ¾ day whale watch cruises from the Great Sandy Straits Marina in Urangan Harbour....... more » Owner description: Freedom III is a comfortable 58ft power catamaran which operates ¾ day whale watch cruises from the Great Sandy Straits Marina in Urangan Harbour. Departing at 9:30 and returning at 3pm allows you plenty of time with the awe-inspiring humpback whales in Platypus Bay. The cruise along pristine Fraser Island’s western beaches can offer sightings of dingoes, schooling fish and numerous sea birds. Expert commentary by our knowledgeable skipper will keep you entertained as well as DVD’s on the plasma TV. Colouring activities and soft toys will keep the children amused and if they are tired we have 3 double beds. Home-baked morning tea, tropical buffet lunch as well as fruit and cheese platters for the return trip are all included as well as tea, coffee, water and soft drinks all day. With maximum passenger numbers of 45 and three levels of viewing your whale watch experience will be memorable, informative and uncrowded. « less
Attraction type  Tours
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Fraser Experience Tours
Ollie #3 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 42 reviews
Owner description: Award winning Fraser Experience Tours are the small group specialists offering guided tours of World Heritage listed Fraser Island. Choose from 1 day...... more » Owner description: Award winning Fraser Experience Tours are the small group specialists offering guided tours of World Heritage listed Fraser Island. Choose from 1 day and 2 day guided tours with guaranteed small group sizes providing personalised service from our experienced and friendly guides. Our tours visit many of Fraser’s ‘must dos’ including Lake McKenzie, freshwater creeks, the famous 75 mile beach, ancient rainforests, the maheno Shipwreck and the coloured sands. Tours include all national park fees, transfers, meals and beverages. Let us make your Fraser Island Experience unforgettable! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
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Tasman Venture
Ollie #4 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  6.5 km from city centre
WetSide Water Education Park
Ollie #5 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Water Parks
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Esplanade
Ollie #6 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 36 reviews

There are numerous places to visit both in Hervey Bay and nearby. Firstly, the Esplanade is becoming very popular both with developers & tourists, due to close proximity of... more »

Attraction type  Biking Trails
Distance  6.1 km from city centre
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Spirit of Hervey Bay, Urangan
Ollie #7 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
Ranked #1 of 5 in Urangan
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  6.8 km from city centre
Unique Fraser Day Tours
Ollie #8 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Owner description: One company - three options. Fully guided 1 day tours. We visit more locations than any other day tour company. We offer small groups of 6 + guide,...... more » Owner description: One company - three options. Fully guided 1 day tours. We visit more locations than any other day tour company. We offer small groups of 6 + guide, morning/afternoon tea freshly prepared lunch + beer and champagne. We are the ONLY 1 day tour to visit Indian Head and Champagne Pools. YOU DRIVE WE GUIDE Tours. 2 and 3 Day Tag-Along Tours on Fraser Island. Have the experience of driving a 4 x 4 on sand while still enjoying the knowledge and experience of our guides. Visit all the world famous locations, get spoilt by having the guide organise and cook all of your meals and be amazed at the beauty of World Heritage Listed Fraser Island. « less
Attraction type  Tours
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Fraser Explorer Tours
Ollie #9 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
4 of 5 stars 43 reviews
Bring your camera and a sense of humour as you explore Fraser Island with an eco-accredited guide who lives and loves Fraser Island.
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  5.9 km from city centre
Whalesong Cruises
Ollie #10 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: Whalesong Cruises offer a new environmentally friendly boat in 2011 with leading edge technology and state of the art comfort. A water level viewing...... more » Owner description: Whalesong Cruises offer a new environmentally friendly boat in 2011 with leading edge technology and state of the art comfort. A water level viewing area, enclosed luxurious fit out, open air viewing on two levels with extra wide decks and wheelchair friendly access. It is designed and built for whale and dolphin watching, the decks putting you right where the action is. Experience the closest humpback whale encounters possible around Fraser Island and Hervey Bay. « less
Attraction type  Boat Tours
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Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum
Ollie #11 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Multi-award winning tourist attraction with 19 buildings and 8000 exhibits.Free Barbecue facilities. Interactive demonstrations on Sundays, 1pm to...... more » Owner description: Multi-award winning tourist attraction with 19 buildings and 8000 exhibits.Free Barbecue facilities. Interactive demonstrations on Sundays, 1pm to 3pm. Blacksmith, Wood Turner, Corn Sheller, Rope Maker. Open Fri, Sat, 1pm 'til 4.30pm. Sun, 10.30am 'til 4.30pm Adult: $7 Child: $1 Student: $2 Groups Welcome. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
Hervey Bay Go Kart Track
Ollie #12 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Hervey Bay Go-Karts are the most fun you can have in Hervey By. Come and Experience the thrills of racing a Go-Kart like Michael Schumacher. over...... more » Owner description: Hervey Bay Go-Karts are the most fun you can have in Hervey By. Come and Experience the thrills of racing a Go-Kart like Michael Schumacher. over 6oometres of Karting track, with wheel to wheel racing. so head on over to Hervey Bay Go Karts « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Reefworld Aquarium and Shark Swim, Urangan
Ollie #13 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
Ranked #2 of 5 in Urangan
4 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Aquariums
Distance  6.7 km from city centre
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Hervey Bay Whale Watch, Urangan
Ollie #14 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
Ranked #3 of 5 in Urangan
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews

The whale watch season in Hervey Bay is from mid July until the end of October. But even in October, there are still many pods up in the bay. It seems that the larger the... more »

Attraction type  Tours
Distance  5.4 km from city centre
Freedom 3 Whale Watching
Ollie #15 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Boat Tours
Gone Diving Hervey Bay, Torquay
Ollie #16 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
Ranked #1 of 1 in Torquay
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Water Sports
That's Awesome Dusk Patrol Whale Watching, Urangan
Ollie #17 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
Ranked #4 of 5 in Urangan
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Boat Tours
Vic Hislop's Shark Show, Urangan
Ollie #18 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
Ranked #5 of 5 in Urangan
2.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Performances
Safari 4WD Hire Day Tours
Ollie #19 of 20 attractions in Hervey Bay
1 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: Safari 4wd Hire is a family owned and operated business with over 15 years experience specialising in providing personalised service for couples,...... more » Owner description: Safari 4wd Hire is a family owned and operated business with over 15 years experience specialising in providing personalised service for couples, families and small groups wishing to hire off road vehicles to explore the amazing world heritage listed Fraser Island. Our office in Hervey bay is perfectly located only in the centre of town just a short drive to the Fraser Island barge landing. We’re even recommended by Lonely Planet, Rough Guides & Lets Go Travel Books! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Fraser Free Tours
1 Day Premium Fraser Island Tour from Hervey Bay
Attraction type  Boat Tours
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