The "Spirit of Hervey Bay" has two underwater viewing rooms located in the hulls of the vessel, each with four viewing windows. These windows allow you to get below the waterline and enjoy the whales in their natural environment. The whales have a very curious nature and often dive back and forth beneath the boat - its almost like they are toying with you. Such an intimate experience with these majestic creatures will take your breath away!

Spirit of Hervey Bay's half day cruises will take you into the Hervey Bay Marine Park and Platypus Bay for an 'up close and personal' whale watching experience. Our sixteen years experience guarantees you will have a safe, comfortable, and unforgettable whale watching adventure. While you watch the whales swim beneath you in their underwater world you can also listen to their magical songs through a hydro phone located on board. It is a truly memorable event and one not to be missed. Spirit operate Humpback whale watching tours from late July to early November each year. The "Spirit" has operated these tours for 16 years. This specialist experience means you are guaranteed a comfortable, safe and exciting whale watching trip. The vessel has fully walk around upper and lower decks as well as the ever popular large tiered foredeck. We also have a large cabin area where you can sit on comfortable lounges and enjoy a light refreshment or snack from our galley. There is plenty of room for everyone with no over crowding. Prams and strollers are also welcome. Half Day Whale Watch Cruise Morning cruise departs Hervey Bay Marina at 8.30am returning at 12.30pm Afternoon cruise departs Hervey Bay Marina at 1.30pm returning at 5.30pm Your half day Whale Watching adventure includes: • Transfers between your accommodation in Hervey Bay and the Marina • Expert commentary based on 17 years of whale watching experience • The unique opportunity to eyeball a humpback whale through our underwater viewing windows • Complimentary morning / afternoon tea • Hydro phone to listen to the whales sing • Guaranteed sightings (if no whales are sighted an open return ticket is issued to passenger)

Your full day Whale Watching adventure includes: • Luxury return coach travel between the Sunshine Coast and Hervey Bay • Rest stop at Matilda's for morning tea (at passengers expense) • Smorgasbord lunch (includes fresh seafood) at The Deck Restaurant, Hervey Bay • Half day whale watching cruise from 1.30pm to 5.30pm • The opportunity to eyeball a humpback whale through our underwater viewing windows • Complimentary afternoon tea - bottomless tea/coffee/hot chocolate • Snack for return coach journey

Spirit of Hervey Bay also have a cameraman on board the Spirit of Hervey Bay who videos your whale watching tour. On your return journey to the harbour this video is played on our on board monitors so you can relive your whale watching experience. These videos are available for purchase if you wish to take home a souvenir of your day.

The Spirit of Hervey Bay has a fully licensed kiosk that serves beer, wine and UDL's. Snacks, souvenirs and film are also available.

Fraser Explorer Day Tour includes: • Courtesy pick-up from your Hervey Bay accommodation • Ferry crossing to Fraser Island in sheltered waters • Visit Central Station set among the most luxuriant rainforest with awe inspiring forest giants • Walk along the banks of Wanggoolba Creek • Swim in Lake Birrabeen's clear water or walk its white sandy beach • Enjoy an excellent buffet lunch at Eurong Beach Resort • Travel up Seventy-Five Mile Beach • Marvel at the coloured sands of the Pinnacles • Swim in fast-flowing, Eli Creek • Inspect the Maheno shipwreck • The most experienced driver guides with first-class commentary

This package is great value. See two amazing natural wonders for one low price!

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