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Whalesong Cruises
Whalesong Cruises operates all year round in the calm waters of Hervey Bay on the Fraser Coast in Queensland. Jason and Virginia Brigden have over 20 years experience in tourism, hospitality and charter vessel operation and are very passionate about ensuring their guests enjoy a once in a lifetime experience aboard their (brand new in 2011) vessel MV Whalesong. Whale watching is a major tourist attraction for the Hervey Bay region and you will be assured of guaranteed sightings aboard MV Whalesong.
The Vessel Whalesong:
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Experience a Whale Watching cruise like no other, aboard the Brand New “Whalesong”. She is environmentally friendly, has leading edge technology and state of the art comfort, and was designed and built for Whale and Dolphin Watching.
Whalesong also has a Water Level Viewing Area, and big, extra wide, walk around decks that provide the ultimate in extra viewing and seating space, for all guests to be right where the action is.
Whalesong’s features include:
• Luxurious fit out, enclosed and open air viewing on two levels
• Water Level Viewing area
• Ecotourism Australia Green Travel Leader
• Underwater listening when conditions permit. Listen to the ‘whales sing’
• Low passenger numbers; Maximum of 70 passengers (average 30 to 50)
• Expert commentary and interpretation
• Passionate crew, who love what they do. Multi Lingual Crew member available
• Fraser Island and Whale Watch packages available
• Two trips daily
• Morning Cruise with Buffet Breakfast and Morning Tea
• Afternoon Cruise with Buffet Lunch and Afternoon Nibbles
• Free filtered water and unlimited, quality tea and coffee
• No disposable items used in catering. Real plates, cups and cutlery
• Hotel pick up and drop off available within Hervey Bay
Choose from a range of educational eco tours when visiting the Fraser Coast and travelling aboard MV Whalesong.
1. Half Day Whale Watch Cruise
2 cruises daily (July - November)
Departs Hervey Bay Marina/Urangan Boat Harbour Daily at: 8.00am returning 12noon and 1:00pm returning 5pm.
• Guaranteed Sightings
• Morning Cruise Includes - hearty breakfast and morning tea
• Breakfast includes - bacon, sausages, quiche, grilled tomatoes, fresh salads, tropical fruit platter and bread
• Morning tea includes muffins and Danish pastries
• Afternoon Cruise Includes - sumptuous lunch and afternoon tea
• Lunch includes- ham, chicken, cold meat selection, quiche Lorraine and vegetarian quiche, fresh salads and bread
• Afternoon tea includes- antipasto and gourmet cheese board
• Complimentary pot tea and coffee on both AM/PM whale watching cruises
• Snacks, film and souvenirs available for purchase
• Fully licensed bar
• Kids activities and toddler toys
• Wheelchair access which also means wide stable decks
• Courtesy Bus pick-up available in Hervey Bay
2. Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruises aboard MV Whalesong
Plus Full Day Fraser Island Experience in conjunction with “Hummer Tours”
Two Tours for value - choose which order suits you. These do not have to be taken on consecutive days if you are staying in the area for an extended stay. Pre- booking is essential as numbers are limited.
• Half Day Whale Watching Cruise aboard Whalesong as above
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• Fraser Experience Hummer Tours
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Discover World Heritage listed Fraser Island with a difference on the Award winning one day 4x4 Hummer Tour. Promising exclusivity and style for the discerning traveller; no other company offers the thrill of a Hummer and the exclusiveness of a small group!
Your Hummer tour takes you to some of the top spots on Fraser Island.
Experience the diversity of Fraser's flora and fauna as you travel through bush scrub with Scribbly Gums and Eucalypts to rainforests filled with Satinays, ancient ferns and Hoop Pine. Visit Central Station and walk along the boardwalk beside Wanggoolba Creek, known as the invisible creek for its crystal clear waters. Stop at Lake McKenzie with its dazzling white sands and clear blue waters. There's plenty of time for a refreshing swim and photography before moving on to the famous 75 mile beach.
See the coloured sands and the Maheno Shipwreck on the beach. Then there's one last stop for a swim at Eli Creek, the largest freshwater creek on the Eastern beach before heading home.
Tour Inclusions:
• Courtesy pick up and drop off from Hervey Bay accommodation
• National Park fees and transfers
• Current model air conditioned H3 Hummers
• Guaranteed small group size – maximum 4 guests!
• Friendly and experienced guides
• Visit ancient rainforests and freshwater creeks
• Visit Lake McKenzie
• Plenty of time for swimming and photography
• Freshly prepared catering including morning and afternoon tea with individual picnic hampers for lunch
• Special afternoon tea including champagne, strawberries and chocolate truffles
• All beverages including beer, wine, champagne, soft drink, juice and bottled water
• Every Whale Watch package booking receives Free Hummer Hats!
3. Weddings - Charters - Parties - Private Functions
MV Whalesong can be chartered for private functions, weddings and parties throughout the year. Whalesong can also be chartered for school groups, social groups for Whale Watching and also Dolphin Watching. The staff are highly trained in customer service and will go out of their way to ensure that our guests have an enjoyable time aboard MV Whalesong.
Whalesong owners - Jason and Virginia Brigden have over 20 years experience in tourism, hospitality and charter vessel operations. We have catered for a wide range of private charters and functions over the years from 5 star to budget or family affairs.
We pride ourselves on providing quality catering on all our cruises. We are also both passionate cooks who insist on using fresh local products. Menus range from simple afternoon or morning teas through to exotic seafood buffets or a range of finger foods. Let us create a menu to suit your cruise and function style.
Each cruise is tailored to your specific needs so price is upon request.
Note: For those who like a sleep in or who are just better suited to the afternoon cruise whale watching cruise, you will be pleased to know it makes no difference to the whales activity, they do what they like, when they like, that's the beauty of nature, it holds to no mans schedule.
Whalesong Cruises Location
Hervey Bay Marina, Buccaneer Drive, Hervey Bay, Queensland.
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