From $684
Early July-October
Multi Day
Morning Tour
Departs 8:30am
Returns 12:30pm
Afternoon Tour
Departs 1:30pm
Returns 5:30pm
Lady Elliot Island
Departs 7:40am
Returns 4:40pm
Departure Point
Great Sandy Straits Marina, Buccaneer Drive, Hervey Bay
Please note: Lady Elliot Island tour departs from Hervey Bay Airport
Credit: Tourism and Events Queensland

Lady Elliot Island + Whale Watching Encounter Package

From $684
Early July-October
Multi Day
Morning Tour
Departs 8:30am
Returns 12:30pm
Afternoon Tour
Departs 1:30pm
Returns 5:30pm
Lady Elliot Island
Departs 7:40am
Returns 4:40pm
Departure Point
Great Sandy Straits Marina, Buccaneer Drive, Hervey Bay
Please note: Lady Elliot Island tour departs from Hervey Bay Airport

Lady Elliot Island + Whale Watching Encounter Package

Experience two great natural wonders, whale watching in Hervey Bay and Lady Elliot Island, located on World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. This package include the ultimate half-day whale watching cruise with Tasman Venture Hervey Bay and a full Lady Elliot Island day tour.

Please note: this package is two separate day-tours and does not include overnight accommodation.

Delicious food included throughout the day
Exclusive access to locations others never visit
Guaranteed whale sightings
Experienced and knowledgeable crew

Itinerary

Combine our Half-Day Whale Encounter tour with a full-day tour to Lady Elliot Island. On our whale watching tour you will witness the awe-inspiring humpback whales up close in the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay, known as one of the best whale watching spots in the world. You can choose from our morning or afternoon departure to best suit your itinerary.

The second half of your package is a Full-Day Tour to Lady Elliot Island, where the Southern Great Barrier Reef comes alive. Snorkel vibrant coral lagoons, spot turtles and soak in the natural beauty of this pristine eco paradise. This tour also includes scenic return flights from Hervey Bay.

This package is for two separate day tours, and does not include overnight accommodation.

Half-Day Whale Encounter

Morning Tour Departs: 8:30am Returns: 12:30pm
Afternoon Tour Departs: 1:30pm Returns: 5:30pm

Hervey Bay is world-renowned as a place where whales stop and stay, using the calm, sheltered waters as a resting ground before continuing their migration. The beauty of this is that the whales are curious and interactive, often approaching our boat to spy hop, breach, tail slap, or roll playfully beneath us. Our expert guides are the best in the business when it comes to whale sightings, so they’ll make a call based on the conditions and locations of the whales on when you will see them, and they’ll let you know when to get the camera out!

Our half-day tour will have you getting up close and personal with whales, learning all about their wonderful nature and having a camera roll filled with memories you’ll never forget.

Lady Elliot Island Day Tour

Tour timings:
Meet at Hervey Bay Airport 7:40am
Return to Hervey Bay Airport: 4:40pm

Your full-day Lady Elliot Island Tour gives you ample time to snorkel in crystal clear waters with an abundance of marine life on the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. You’ll visit one of the most pristine sections of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef from the air as well as from above and below the water all in one day.

  • Return scenic flight to the island (approx. 40 mins*)
  • Welcome drink/orientation tour
  • Glass bottom boat/guided snorkel tour
  • Snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins)
  • Hot & cold buffet lunch
  • Afternoon guided activity/tour
  • Towels, sunscreen, snorkel equipment and reef walking shoes provided
  • Use of day guest facilities

Please note: this tour departs from Hervey Bay Airport.

What's Included

Inclusions for Tasman Venture tours only
Morning or afternoon tea
Expert commentary with an epic crew
Guaranteed whale sightings *
Water level viewing platform
Onboard hydrophone and underwater viewing window

What to Bring

Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hat
Camera
Waterbottle
Binoculars

FAQ

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Departing From

Great Sandy Straits Marina, Buccaneer Drive, Hervey Bay QLD 4655 Australia
What is your guaranteed sightings policy?*

Our Half Day Whale Watch Encounter tour offers a guaranteed sightings policy, where you will receive an open dated return ticket if you do not see any whales. However, it is very uncommon to not see whales during the season dates.

What is your cancellation policy?

No cancellation fee applies if the booking is cancelled more than 48 hours prior to departure time.

However, cancellation less than 48 hours of travel – 50% cancellation fee applies, and cancellation within 24 hours of travel (or no show) – 100% cancellation fee applies.