Ultimate Dolphin & Turtle Watch STARTS 15 December
Craving a little nature magic? Hervey Bay and the Great Sandy Strait are a dream come true for wildlife lovers—especially those enchanted by dolphins and turtles!
Glide with us on a leisurely two-hour eco-cruise through this pristine marine haven, tucked between the world’s largest sand island, K’gari, and the Fraser Coast. This extraordinary stretch of protected water is a favourite hangout for playful dolphins, graceful sea turtles, and an amazing cast of other marine creatures.
As we cruise the calm, clear waters, keep your eyes peeled for pods of bottlenose and Australian humpback dolphins riding the bow wave, and for turtles surfacing quietly for a breath of air. Along the way, you may also encounter an assortment of sea birds, rays, fish, and other marine life that call this region home from December to June.
Our certified naturalists will share fascinating insights into the lives of these remarkable animals, the importance of their habitats, and the conservation and research efforts led by Pacific Whale Foundation Australia—actively working in Hervey Bay since 1984.
This relaxed, family-friendly two-hour adventure offers plenty of room to unwind, connect with nature, and capture incredible wildlife photos. It’s the perfect blend of serenity and excitement—where every moment brings the possibility of a magical marine encounter.
WHAT COULD YOU SEE FROM DECEMBER-MAY IN HERVEY BAY?
Documented sightings of wildlife include:
- Indo Pacific Bottlenose Dolphins
- Australian Humpback Dolphins
- Ospreys
- White-bellied Sea Eagles
- Australasian Gannets
- Brahminy Kite
- Shore birds
- Sting Rays
- Dugongs
- Green Turtles
- Fish
- Sea birds – snipes, sandpipers, curlews, oystercatchers and stilts
- Terns