Bucket list must do We had a fantastic cruise with Peter and his staff. It is a bucket list to see whales from the catamaran. You feel so close to them. A wonderful experience

All aboard the Blue Dolphin! Amazing! Very Comfortable, easy to move around and they have small groups so there are views from all areas of the boat. Staff are lovely and very informative. The food was bountiful and delicious and just kept on coming!
Whales everywhere, plus a dugong and dolphins. Highly recommend.

The whales were everywhere. We had a fabulous day. It was a bit rough to begin with but slowly settled throughout the day. We saw lots of whales - mothers and calves - that were mainly swimming around and then towards the end of the day a whale was breaching and rolling and being very active. Peter is so knowledgeable and goes out of his way to make sure you have a good day as do the “crew”. Thanks girls for looking after us so well. It was such a memorable time.

Superb whale watching, amazing crew, excellent captain, comfortable boat amazing food This was one of the best trips we have EVER done.
There was a generosity of spirit in everything. The (almost) constant lovely food was very welcome - the staff on board amazing. The captain excellent. The care for the environment amazing.
We lost count of the number of whales we saw. Don't go with any of the gimmicy companies - the quality of the trip was excellent.

Amazing Amazing day on the water. I have never seen so many whales together. Love the service on the boat, they are very attentive all the time. They very knowledgeable about the whales and their movements. The boat is in pristine conditions.

Great day out and will definitely cruise with these guys again! This was our first whale watching cruise on a catamaran and it was fantastic! Limited number of passengers made viewing so easy and nobody missed out on the display that the whales put on. The weather was windy and the water a bit choppy, but as well as Peter, our skipper, providing an excellent education on the whales and the reason they visit Hervey Bay every year, we also learned that in rougher water the whales are active with breaching, tail and fluke slapping etc. So, no matter what the weather is they are active. The crew were great, friendly and looked after everyone really well. Highly recommend this cruise!

Why only five stars — this business deserves more - Professional, personable , knowledgeable with a keen attention to detail. From setting sail to mooring up- this was a delightful experience- what Pete and his team don’t know about whales and creating a stellar whale watching experience is not worth knowing- we were blessed to be onboard for the first sighting of the season of Nala and her baby - so many wonderful experiences

Recently did a week of whale watching trips out with Blue Dolphin in Hervey Bay. Most magical experiences ever! Passionate crew, with skipper Peter trying to get to the most active, curious whales. We had some incredible close encounters where the whales approached the boat on their own terms and showed interest in the boat and passengers. The crew are passionate, knowledgeable and hospitable (lunch and snacks provided throughout the trip). Amazing experience and well worth every cent. Memories of a lifetime!

Absolutely phenomenal day on the water. The crew were incredible, the food amazing, and we got so many breaches! Our boat was mugged by at least 7 or 8 very curious whales over the course of the day. One pod couldn't get enough of us. Pete was great at explaining the whale behaviour and positioning his boat to get the best view. A total dream experience, thanks crew!

We did the whale watching tour yesterday and had the best day ever! Started at 7:15am and we returned around 4pm. Saw our first whales within 1 hour and soooo many more throughout the day, coming up to the boat and interacting with us! Pete is very friendly and relaxed and super knowledgeable about the marine life in Hervey Bay. And the food served on board was so yummy! Felt like we were being offered food the whole time - definitely didn’t go hungry. The coolest part about the whole day was getting to swim with the whales for around 5-10minutes, absolutely insane watching them swim underneath you and pop up for a breath right beside you. Would 100% recommend this company and will hopefully be back soon!!!

A wonderful first time to see whales close up. Our trip was in July at the start of the season. Blue Dolphin Marine Tours offered a small group, personised day trip. Great hospitality on board.

Nothing to do but relax and enjoy! This cruise was a fantastic choice. Everyone on board agreed. The crew took care of us all so well that all that we had to focus on was enjoying the amazing views and the fully catered food and drinks. Corks were popping before we hit the open water, plenty of cheese and snacks.

Great day even if we didn’t manage to see any dolphins… We only booked this at short notice as the weather was going to be good. So glad we did as we had a fabulous morning. The owners Peter and Jodie were just the perfect hosts. Very friendly and knowledgeable. The food and drinks were lovely. There was a lot of interaction and our stop on Pelican Island was a highlight. We loved the trip so much we booked the sunset tour for that same afternoon. We weren’t disappointed. The food and drinks were free flowing. Had we known we’d not have had a bbq between the trips! Thanks for a great day guys.

Motoring around in search of dolphins. As hard as the crew tried (and they did really try!) our group did not see any bit of anything on our unfortunate trip- no dolphins, turtles or dugongs, so be aware there really is an unlucky 5% club! Still had a pretty nice morning on the boat motoring around (no sailing) but overall it was disappointing as I made a special stop in out of the way Hervey Bay just for this experience. Dolphins must have been busy elsewhere!!

Can’t imagine any better Whale Watching Trip I’m in the process of coordinating everyone to book a repeat trip for later this year and realise my previous review was still in my drafts!!! (Apologies)., ..

As newish residents to Hervey Bay this was our 1st whale watching trip of what we hope will be many more and was far greater than any expectations. During the many times I spoke to Jodi & Kathleen beforehand, not once did they make me feel like a bother and were very approachable and helpful. The day was nothing less than spectacular. We were In great hands with Peter and Cassi and saw so many whales. At one time we had at least 7 surrounding us, swimming up to, around and under the boat for a lengthy time. I wasn’t sure which way to look as it seemed they were everywhere! As everyone was having such a good time and no one had to be back on time, we were out for an hour longer than the tour.

Cassi ensured we were all fed very well. In addition to m/tea, Lunch and a/tea she came around whilst we were watching whales offering multiple snacks, tea & coffee. We were given a complimentary drink with a great lunch spread and also had the option to purchase drinks, chips or chocolates at a fair price (I can’t imagine anyone wanting extra food though!).

A couple of tips - bring a spare battery for your camera! We had a very calm day but if you are concerned about sea sickness and want to purchase KWELLS seasickness pills you should buy them somewhere else or before whale watching season as no chemists had any in stock when I enquired.

I can’t imagine any other tour group being better than blue Dolphin and highly recommend booking a trip with them (have already recommended to so many people) and intend to return ourselves. Thank you so very much Peter, Jodi, Cassi & Kathleen :)

Amazing sunset cruise The staff, food and drinks are amazing. I have done this multiple times and this is incredible. Thank you to the staff for a beautiful experience.

We have had an amazing time on the sunset cruise. The people working on the boat was so sweet and always up for a little chat. Lots of different drinks og delicious finger food.
Would definitely recommend this trip, and make sure to ask the crew about recommendations for stuff in the local area. We got the best recommendation on a little bakery by them, and it was amazing (we are European and really needed some great quality bread).
You will for sure have a great time and meet amazing people on this cruise.

Went on an amazing dolphin watching tour, the boat was beautiful, not a massive group of people so there was plenty of room on the boat. We went and swam on the coast of K’gari island, the crew were so friendly and we had a fantastic trip. Lovely snacks throughout the journey and we loved being able to swim and sit on the nets at the front of the boat!! Thanks so much 🫶🏼🫶🏼

Thank you, Jodie and Peter, for hosting our Christmas Party Sunset Sail for the incredible staff and crew of Rob Nissen's Floorcovering Centre. We had an unforgettable time! Your amazing service inspires us, Cass was a brilliant server and kept the drinks and food flowing. We eagerly anticipate our next adventure on your boat.

Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Peter and the crew are fantastic - relaxed professional, knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming. The catamaran is excellent with plenty of room in sun or shade. I did the half day Eco Dolphin tour and Peter's knowledge of the area was excellent. We saw dolphins and turtles and his approach is not to pressure the animals but to spot them and then let them come to us. Which the dolphins did! Had a beautiful swim at a sand island with delish morning tea. Its a 4 hour tour but feels like a full day tour as its relaxed and unhurried. Very highly recommend!

It was our best whales watching tour with an incredible team and agency !! 🐋⛴️
If you have to choose one agency : CHOOSE THIS ONE FOR SURE !!

We went on October (calves season) to see this beautiful humpback whales and we saw almost 5 whales with calves and 2 males singing 🎶

The pilot and the guide were very experienced, professional and passionate. They respect the animal by keeping a safe distance and teaching us a lot about these beautiful whales !🐋

We were only 7 guest on the catamaran, we ate a lot : coffee/tea/biscuits/amazing buffet/again tee coffee and biscuits !

Thank you very much Blue Dolphin Marine tours 🙏🏻

Awesome experience Such a wonderful experience to see such amazing animals up so close. Will definitely return again. Highly recommend and will tell all my friends.

Great Whale 🐳 watching experience Very well organized! lots of (delicious) food on board ! Very friendly & informative hosts. We were very lucky to see lots of Whales very close!
% recommended

A trip you’ll want to do again By the end of the day I could understand why half the guests were repeat customers. The boat is very comfortable with lots of space to sit outside and spot every whale, or shelter out of the sun and watch the excitement through the windows. Seeing and hearing the whales less than a metre away while sitting on the back steps was an incredible experience. They hung around the boat and seemed to watch us with as much interest as we did them! Cassie and Annika were our hosts the day we booked and their hospitality was excellent. The snacks (fresh fruits, cake and bickie bites) kept coming all day and the lunch was also really tasty (abundance of salads, salmon, assorted chicken and ham). We probably saw 6 or 7 pods over the course of the day and spent hours watching them as they checked us out too. I’m going to be one of those repeat guests too! Highly recommend the experience.

Whales and Rainbows 🌈 🐋 I went on a private whale cruise with Blue Dolphin Cruises. Every part of our day was magic. Pete and Cassie looked after us so well, and our whale 🐋 encounter was amazing.

The whales came so close to the boat and performed every pose they could. The food was delicious.

If you want a special whale watching day, choose Blue Dilphin, you won't regret it 💙 🐋💖

Best whale watching experiences by far We have been going on this tour for about 8 or 9 years. We would not go on any other vessel because we have never had a bad experience. I know you are dealing with wild animals and you are not supposed to always expect top notch experiences because they are wild animals but we have never missed out. We love how invested and excited Peter and his crew get with every encounter. This year I honestly think they were just as thrilled with our day out as the people on the boat. Their passion shows. And that passion makes them exceptional hosts. All I can say is do it. You won’t be disappointed.

Extraordinary Whale Encounters This is the second time I have been out whale watching with Blue Dolphin and I cannot recommend the whale watching day experience more highly. The staff work tirelessly and offer snacks and lunch throughout the day and you are looked after extremely professionally. As for the whale watching, Pete the Captain has the knowledge and contacts to find and interact with the most curious and co-operative whales around on the day. Just book it!

I’ve already left a 5 star review and pictures a couple years ago and Google won’t let me leave another one, so I’ve had to log onto my other Google account to say this but blue dolphin is by far the best whale tours in Hervey Bay! Super calm and respectful with the whales, staff are all kind and helpful - we’ve been going whale watching with blue dolphin every year for about 4 years and this year we went 3 x in a week because we love it so much, every day was good and different! Day 3 was extra special on the water level platform with whales swimming right up and splashing us and playing around - love u guys you’re the best (also got to meet all of the staff - Pete, cassie, annika and Jason) nothing in the world makes me feel more at peace and calm than watching whales and you’re a big part of making it the best experience ever 🤍🐋🥰

We can highly recommend this whale watching day trip. Peter is very knowledgeable and skilfully manoeuvres the vessel, so you get the best experience. We were looked after so well, plenty of food and drink, provided by the delightful Cassie. A day to remember forever.
We suggest you carry a strap for your phone. So many photos to take and you need to hold on to the bar with one hand as it gets choppy. You don't want to lose your phone!

Month ago we decided to book a tour with @Blue Dolphin Marine Tours - what a day it was. I have travelled a lot and went on many tours - this 9h experience with this Company would have been the most organized and efficiently run tour business. From the time Jodie picked us up from the Motel, the greeting from the "Captain" Paul and Annika (that looked after everything from serving refreshments, coffee, cakes, Lunch, nicely presented and delicious, drinks, afternoon tea - besides that - cleaning, mopping the stairs and gully after a heavy shower (safety in mind) on the look out for the Whales - on the go all day! Amazing thank you Annika. Paul at the beginning of the "Adventure for us" explained every detail about all the Whale species - told us all the safety procedures and besides all his duties as a Captain - made sure he spotted every emerging tail or fin for the group to snap lots of images. I took hundreds! A big thank you for this amazing day and the wonderful memories we going to have. Next year the family is coming for 6 weeks from Canada - so we will be back!

Thank you so much Pete and Annika for an incredible day of whale watching aboard Blue Dolphin yesterday. Can’t recommend this family-run business enough!
Both Pete and Annika are extremely professional, helpful and knowledgeable, sharing interesting facts about the whales throughout the trip, as well as the local area’s geography and other marine life. Not to mention Pete’s expert handling of the vessel making the trip extremely comfortable and relaxing the whole time, particularly around the whales! And the food was delicious!
Thank you again for a fantastic day. Would highly recommend a trip on Blue Dolphin for anyone visiting Hervey Bay!

Absolutely outstanding, in every way. Pete was a fantastic skipper, knowledgeable and relaxed and happy to answer questions. He kept a constant eye on the water, judging where to take the boat and letting us know where to look. Annika was a great host and kept us well fed and looked after (really great food!).
We really appreciated the relaxed, down-to-earth style. It felt like we were out sailing with friends. The boat is perfect, and the small numbers on board meant it never felt crowded. I’m so glad we were able to support a small family business, plus we got the best experience.
And OMG SO MANY WHALES! We were so lucky! They hung around right beside the boat for hours, rolling upside down and peeking their heads out of the water to spy on us and spraying us from their blowholes. It was phenomenal. Special thanks to the crew for your generosity giving us extra time to enjoy the whales even though it meant a longer day for you.
We even got bonus bottlenose dolphins on the way out, and humpback dolphins on the trip back to the marina.
Overall a mind-blowing once in a lifetime experience and I’m so glad we chose the Blue Dolphin!

Great catamaran tour off the coast of K’gari The tour was very nice! We got lucky with the weather and got to see two species of dolphins!
We could swim off the coast and got nice snacks and refreshments.
The tour operators were really nice and informative.

We fully recommend it, it was a great experience.

Perfect experience, really recommend! An incredible day with lovely crew who made the trip extra special! We saw lots of dolphins and got up very close which was amazing! We did some swimming and water activities and my partner and I even swam to Fraser Island and walked along the beach which was really special. Both Anika and (I’m so sorry I have forgotten her name) were super friendly, very informative and made sure we were stocked up on snacks, drinks and suncream! Really unforgettable day and so worth the money, would recommend to everyone!

Great Sunset Cruise We had a wonderful sunset cruise once again with Blue Dolphin. Drinks and food were plentiful and we met interesting people from near and far. Crew were friendly and helpful. Lovely atmosphere and views.

Dolphin sightings Trip was pretty amazing Peter and his staff were fantastic the day we did it was hot and humid, but calm seas which enabled us to be able to see lots of dolphins, Peter kept the craft in view of them as much as possible,
Snacks and a cold drink were provided in the cost, the trip went for just over 4hrs definitely worth the money I would highly recommend blue dolphin tours

Great cruise We had a great sunset sail with crew Anika and Peter. Lots of snacks and bubbles! Small group of 9 people. Peter gave us lots of info on Frasier Island. Very relaxing. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a sunset cruise in Hervy Bay.

Spotting Dolphins in beautiful Hervey Bay. Our 1/2 day tour ticked all of the boxes. Fortunately the weather and boating conditions were very good .. clear skies and calm water. After a brief boat-safety talk, Peter and Cassie worked hard to spot any dolphin activity and then carefully motored towards the dolphins to get a closer view. At one stage there were 9 dolphins in different spots around the boat.

We were served a delicious and generous morning tea of savoury breads, cakes, muffins, biscuits and a variety of fresh fruit also tea, coffee or soft drinks.

On the way back to the marina we stopped for a swim. Peter anchored near a white sandbar so we were able to swim in clear, blue water. The colour of the water is beautiful.

This was our second trip with Blue Dolphin Tours and I highly recommend them for offering a range of tours and their attention to detail. Peter and crew work hard to make sure each passengers' expectations are met.

This was a really beautiful Tour. Amazing Scenery, Dolphins, a refreshing swim on the Beach of Fraser Island. But what really made this tour special was the absolute best crew! The extra care they took to make sure everybody has the best experience possible was unequaled!
We also liked the food a lot. Some chilli and garlic bread on the cruise over, then a nice cup of coffee and cookies after our swim. And finally some fresh fruit for us to enjoy on the way back.

We did see 6 or 7 dolphins, jumping rays and some curlews as well.
I recommend this tour for all age groups and even families! 10/10

Our last day in Hervey Bay so we decided to take the Sunset Cruise.
So relaxing and comfortable cruising out on the front of the Blue Dolphin.
Plenty of Finger Food which was top quality, served with a smile and washed down with a few quiet drinks.
Thanks so much for making our holiday complete.

Once in a Lifetime 5 stars are actually not enough. A once in a lifetime experience as it should be. Due to the captain's immense experience, we had the pleasure of having the cow and calf swim right past our boat. Always first keep enough distance from the whales, which then came to us on their own. And since we were at sea all day on this trip, we were alone for lunch. To top it all off, there was also the jumping of the calf, although the captain always knew exactly when it would happen due to his experience. An incredible experience. Plus the excellent service on board with lots of food and drink. I would book it again immediately.

Where do I start!!
Thank you blue dolphins the day was magical from start to finish.
Peter is so knowledgeable and we saw so many pods it was incredible.
He expertly turns the boat so everyone got a great view and the boat only takes 20 guests so plenty of space to relax and enjoy the day.
The food! Another wow!
The lunch was 1st class with meats,salmon and salads galore.

Whale Watching at its best The entire trip was wonderful, Peter and crew were so thoughtful, food was really good, but the whales were fantastic, we were on a pod for 2 hours and they just performed. Altogether one of the best days ever

Amazing day with Pete and Anika Amazing day organised by Pete and Anika. Guides were very knowledgable and professional. Food and snacks were delicious and plentiful. Plenty of sightings of humpbacks, dolphins, turtles and dugongs. Boat was very tidy and spacious, and toilet was spotless. We were treated to a sail home which topped the amazing day.

The best whale watching experience in my life Very well designed and executed excursion. The 9 outs trip is on board a ship that uses wind when possible, making the experience very pleasant. It covers a huge area so you maximise the number of encounters with whales, while providing a great views to Fraser Island. The crew is helpful and fantastic. They provide coffe, tea and food pecking every now and then and a nice lunch around 1 pm. There is a lot of chance involved in this type of trips. In October the place was packed with mother and calves performing al sort games and jumps. The captain made sure we did cautious approaches to many many pairs and small groups. Best whale experience by far after trips in Hawai, Canada and Norway.

Loved it! The crew were so knowledgeable, we learnt a lot about the whales and their behaviour. We were lucky to see so many breaching quite close to the boat. Was an amazing experience. Plus, there were lots of snacks and lunch was excellent. It was worth being out for longer to spend more time with the whales. The best tour we’ve done in Australia!

We had the most amazing day out on the bay just over a week ago with Peter, Cassie and crew. We loved the small boat with only 20 guests, and being right down on the water, close to the action. There was plenty of room to stretch out and relax. Cassie looked after everyone's needs with ease and the food and service were first class. Generous amounts of food and a very yummy lunch! Peter taught us so much about whales, and he really seemed to know how to find the most pods and have good timing with seeing lots of playing and breaching! I'm so glad we chose Blue Dolphin Marine Tours for our full day whale watching experience!

We had the most amazing day out on the bay just over a week ago with Peter, Cassie and crew. We loved the small boat with only 20 guests, and being right down on the water, close to the action. There was plenty of room to stretch out and relax. Cassie looked after everyone's needs with ease and the food and service were first class. Generous amounts of food and a very yummy lunch! Peter taught us so much about whales, and he really seemed to know how to find the most pods and have good timing with seeing lots of playing and breaching! I'm so glad we chose Blue Dolphin Marine Tours for our full day whale watching experience!

Amazing Day on a comfortable boat with delicious food and exceptional customer service We had the most amazing day out on the bay just over a week ago with Peter, Cassie and crew.

We loved the small boat with only 20 guests, and being right down on the water, close to the action. There was plenty of room to stretch out and relax.

Cassie looked after everyone's needs with ease and the food and service were first class. Generous amounts of food and a very yummy lunch!

Peter taught us so much about whales, and he really seemed to know how to find the most pods and have good timing with seeing lots of playing and breaching!

I'm so glad we chose Blue Dolphin Marine Tours for our full day whale watching experience! ????

Amazing experience 3rd time to Australia but the first time hoping to see humpbacks in Australia. My wife did a load of internet searching and came up with these guys. All very well organised and Cassie and Peter were brilliant at keeping everyone informed as to what was happening. But in short all we can say is was BRILLIANT, no problem in highly recommending them to anyone looking to go whale watching from Hervey Bay

A perfect day I’ve never had much luck with whale watching trips in the past but we got more than lucky on this tour! From the informative talk about whales, to the delicious plentiful food, to the gorgeous boat, to the beautiful weather and of course the most amazing display of behaviour by various whales throughout the day - the stars aligned and we simply couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Caring Tour Company Going on this tour was the realisation of a 30 year dream and I couldn't have picked a better company to go with. Our captain really cared about providing us with a great experience and there was plenty of room to move around for viewing during the action. Our hostess also took wonderful care of us by supplying us regularly with food and drink, as well as catering to my special dietary requirements. We had a mother and baby calf circle our yacht and saw whales breaching. It was everything I'd hoped for!

Another great day with the team We have sailed with the Blue Dolphin on multiple occasions and they never disappoint. It is such a great way to get up and personal with the whales and this year was sensational.
I love their care for the whales and their guests. I was astounded by the amount of food that was given and all delicious. We will return. Thank you.

Wonderful experience as always. Wonderful cruise and crew! That was my second cruise with this company. Wonderful experience as always. Highly recommended.

An amazing Day with the Whales! A huge thanks to Blue Dolphin Marine Tours. Their service and hospitality was fantastic.

Could not fault the amazing time we had out on the water off Fraser Island whale watching and also some pretty close from these beautiful sea mammals.

Best whale watching experience I have just returned from my second trip with year with Blue Dolphin and, as always it exceeds expectations. I have done this tour for the last 10 years and each time Peter and the crew go out of their way to ensure we get to experience amazing whale encounters and lovely refreshments - you won't go hungry on this trip. I was therefore surprised to see a scathing review from Tonia S - I was on the same trip and had a fabulous day (as did all the other guests) with great whale encounters, including a singing whale. Tonia S was extremely rude to crew and fellow guests from the minute she stepped on board - thank goodness we won't encounter her on any future tours.

Number 1 Whale Watching Tour! Blue Dolphin Marine Tours provided THE BEST whale watching tour! Pete was our sensational skipper and provided commentary about K’Gari, whales and other marine life throughout the tour! He made everyone feel relaxed and we benefited from his many years of knowledge! Jodie was brilliant in the lead up to the tour providing all the necessary information and answering our questions and coordinating accommodation pick up/drop offs. Whilst on board Annika was amazing and ensured all guests were regularly fed or had a tea/coffee nearby - her photography skills and tips were also very appreciated!

Hands down the best day on the water with the whales (and dolphins and eagle ray!)

Unique Whale watching experience The experience is unique.
The catamaran is ecofriendly for the very creatures you are going to see. The whales can come so close. The friendly atmosphere and constant snacks and meals mean that you only need to relax, enjoy the trip and see all the antics of the many different whale interactions. Booking with Jodie is a delight. Traveling with Peter and Anica means you have all the info you can absorb and there are often experts on board as a bonus. The small group and constant refreshments and care is the reason we have chosen Blue Dolphin to go with many times and will continue to choose to go on many more trips into the future. My wife and I love going because there is no better trip for us. Each trip is unique and Blue Dolphin are unique.

Best experience ever! This tour was amazing, they have a lot of knowledge about whales and respect the wild life while doing wale watching. Peter and the crew gave us a great service. The service and the experience of seeing whales was spectacular. You most book this trip

Awesome Staff amazing knowledge and the best experience ever. We have done numerous shale watching cruises but never had the whales hang by the boat for near on 2 hours. Thanks Peter Jodie and Annika.