Hervey Bay Sunset Cruise
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1.5 Hour cruise in the spectacular pristine water ways between K’gari (Fraser Island) and the mainland. Specific destination determined by tides and weather conditions.
Sunset / Night Time Cruises takes you into the spectacular pristine water ways between Fraser Island and the mainland to look out for our resident dolphins and turtles as well as enjoy the vibrant Sunset over Hervey Bay. Our selection of hot and cold finger food is served to you on deck, so you don’t miss any of the view. The night continues as we show you the sparkle of the city lights along the 13 kilometers of the Beachfront that is The Charlton Esplanade.
We cruise past Hervey Bay’s monumental Urangan Pier and then admire the brilliant glow of the lights that makes up the Harbour precinct.
One complimentary drink on arrival. So you can enjoy a classic beer, wine, soft drink, prosecco or maybe try some locally brewed beer.
Wide Variety of other drinks available at affordable prices.
Generous Combination of Quality Hot & Cold Finger Food which can Include: Hervey Bay King Prawn Cutlets and dipping sauces, Mixed Pastries, Raw Half Shell Oysters, Gourmet Meatballs, Salmon rolls/toasts, Generous antipasto platters with vegetarian/vegan options, with potential for new quality Items to be substituted or added.
Complimentary water, tea, coffee and milo all cruise
For Pickup courtesy times: Please put your accommodation in the special requirements section requesting a pickup and we will contact you with a time.
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We did the afternoon and it was magic.
The crew were fun and knowledgeable. Boat was perfect size. So much room to move around over the 4 hours.
The captain was accommodating and happily answered questions over the 4 hours while finding around 8-10 whales for us to view.
Cant wait to bring all my visitors to Hervey Bay back out.
A must do!!
The staff were very friendly, welcoming and informative.
Food was great and whale sightings were an experience I will not forget in a hurry.
We saw whales in the distance, close by and some even swam right up to the boat and frolicked for ages around the boat - you could almost touch them. Not sure who was checking out who - the whales or the humans.
Thank you so much to the crew on the Whalesong boat for an u forgettable experience








The onboard catering was excellent. Lunch was hearty, healthy, and very satisfying, complemented by a delightful selection of tea, cakes, and fresh fruits. The staff were exceptionally attentive, responsive, and informative, sharing fascinating insights about the whales and the surrounding environment. Their professionalism and warmth added greatly to the overall experience.
This tour exceeded all expectations and comes with my highest recommendation. Anyone seeking a memorable whale-watching adventure should absolutely choose this company—you will be treated to an extraordinary and once-in-a-lifetime encounter with nature at its finest.
We will be back!

Staff were friendly and the food and drinks god and plentiful.


Highly recommend cruise and time slot.
Very good hospitality, great meal for dinner and afternoon tea.










There are many tours available for Fraser, but this one is up there with the best
The staff were very friendly
The cruise across Hervey Bay to Fraser Island was very scenic. We saw plenty of dolphins and a couple of giant turtles.
Lunch was provided after we got back on board, and it was of excellent taste and quality.
A little tip. Avoid going via a travel agent. If you book through Whalesong directly, they will give you $10 on-board credit to use at the bar.
It's a must do experience




We had booked and paid for the first afternoon with Pacific Whale Foundation but they cancelled us the day before so Whalesonf stepped in ..
Both cruises were really good
- on the afternnon cruise we saw around 18 different pods (each 2-3 whales) and
- on the following morning cruise we saw around a dozen but they were very active, breaching and clapping their fins etc
The crew were great and the Captain moved us in as close a possible without getting too close.
The fee includes food - luch on the morning cruise or supper on the afternoon cruise - and it was a big plate of food!
The boat is purpose built for whale watching so there are multiple decks / spaces to move around on to get the best possible views.
also as a catermeran it is pretty stable - the usual front to back roll but limited side to side - which is good if anyone suffers from sea sickness
Overall a very good two trips
Best time per captain is from July to late Sept but we went first week of Oct and we saw loads of whales!!











The staff were amazing, the boat is the perfect size and we got to see heaps of whales. We got to see natural behaviours of mums teaching their babies how to survive once they go South. The commentary was great and the microphone to hear the whale sounds was fascinating. Thanks for spoiling us with morning tea and lunch!
So we'll organised, don't change a thing!
We were picked up at our motel at the exact time we were told.
We were greeted by very friendly staff, the boat was clean & comfortable. The drinks were at a good price, afternoon tea was nice. The whales were so amazing to watch, they really put on a show for us, the captain was very knowledgeable. I was a bit cold when the boat was moving, one of the staff members offered me a blanket, how cool was that? Just incredible service. It’s a day we will never ever forget. Dinner was served on our way back in & it was delicious.
Thank you so much whalesong tours you made our day.
One of the best whale watching tours ever. Fantastic vantage points from all over the boat. Morning tea and lunch were lovely and the bar service was excellent.
The fact that you had not only a toilet, but a disabled toilet, blew my grandmother’s mind and is really appreciated.
The captain and tour guide were very knowledgeable and gave a lot of interesting facts during the tour.
Will definitely book again next time I’m up in QLD!
All footage captured on iPhone 15 Pro Max

The day was so much fun especially the tube ride!!


We had a good time all in all. The staff were friendly and the cruise was fairly smooth. 3 of us did the dingy ride which was good fun. There were a few rain downpours but we managed to shelter and it didn't spoil the day.
Lunch back on the boat was a bit disorganised and it set off before many of us had finished eating and how windy it was made it quite impossible to enjoy it fully.




The local Hump Backed Dolphins seen on the way home was a bonus????





Can’t wait to do the whale watching tour next.
The staff were friendly and most helpful, from the lovely girl who took our booking to the crew on board the vessel. The boat was spotless with plenty of room to move around, the captain's commentary was very informative about the whales, and food was freshly prepared, yummy and plentiful.
We did the morning cruise and now plan to return to do the afternoon/sunset dinner cruise at some time.
All in all, a memory to last a life a lifetime.











He stopped for a while to give this bonus sighting too.
Loved his sincerity & passion for his job.
The ground staff at the WhaleSong Office as well as those on board, were very friendly and caring.
I would have loved to go again if time had permitted. Thank you WS team.


This is a must on your Bucket List




We were worried about cruising with many people, we did our research and saw the boat size and capacity limit for Whalesong. When we were onboard the captain and staff experience around managing people was very kind and calm. Whales were visible from both sides of the boat and boarding was easy. This means we didn't miss out, we had a calm and happy time and could just enjoy the experience.
Highly recommend.

On the other hand, the captain seemed he knew where to go, not like that other company we saw heading away from breaching whales on more than one occassion, and the crew was plesant. Still, given the missing commentary, I would probably choose another boat next time.



There was 7 of us altogether ranging from age 5 up to 80 and each one of us had the best day. The boat was lovely, comfortable and we loved that it was bit too big, which meant a small group and no fighting for “perks” at the whales. The staff were friendly from the moment we boarded until we disembarked.
We were so fortunate in that we saw a lot of whales displaying a lot of different behaviours, which made it extra special. Although it’s a big “luck of the draw” I have never seen this much activity and this many whales on any previous experiences. However, what really added to the experience was the expert commentary and knowledge that we where given during the course of the day. We all learnt so much and I have to say, female jump back whales are the bomb! These ladies do it tough and do it well.
And to top off all the above it was also FANTASTIC value for money. We got hot drinks, morning tea, lunch and spent 5 hours on the water. Best value whale watch experience I have ever had. Food was simple but delicious too.
Would definitely highly recommend Whale Song Whale Watch Experience and would definitely venture out with them again.