Torquay Palms QLD Local Attractions

Whale watch Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay is one of Australia’s best locations to experience the magic of humpback whale watching. Curious and friendly, these magnificent creatures delight visitors as they frolic in the wild. Half and full day tours depart from Urangan Boat Harbour.

Discover the magic this holiday

Whale watching season runs from mid-July to mid-October and Hervey Bay provides the perfect playground for the humpback whales to rest and play. Give us a call or send us an email to arrange your next whale watching tour.

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Hervey Bay whale watching

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Must-dos

The Great Outdoors is waiting for you at Hervey Bay. Soak up the splendour of nature as you discover picturesque gardens, national parks, incredible wildlife and marine life.

Explore Arkarra Lagoons

Amble around this charming oasis at Dundowran Beach. Timber boardwalks meander around the lagoons and through one of the last remnants of littoral vine forest. Then enjoy a leisurely picnic or pop into Arkarra Tea Gardens for delicious homemade treats and meals.

Turtle Discovery Ecotour

Hop aboard one of Australia’s largest glass bottom boats to cruise the clear sparkling waters of Great Sandy Marine Park. With a Butchella man as your guide, admire the reef, fish habitat, turtles, dolphins, sea birds, perhaps even a dugong. Hervey Bay Eco Marine Tours leave from Great Sandy Straits Marina Terminal in Urangan.

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See Hervey Bay your way

See Hervey Bay from a different perspective. Hire a kayak, go snorkelling or diving. Join a jet ski tour or underwater scooter tour. Gain a bird’s eye view with a scenic flight. Awesome adventures await the brave.

K’gari (Fraser Island) Explorer Tours from Hervey Bay

World Heritage-listed rainforest, champagne “jacuzzi” pools, endangered birdlife and wildlife, Maheno Shipwreck. A visit to the world’s largest sand island offers some unique sights. At 123km long, K’gari (Fraser Island) is just off the mainland of Hervey Bay. Join an eco-adventure tour to one of Queensland’s most popular destinations.

Must-dos

Try one of the many local restaurants and cafes, browse gift shops and check out the Urangan Pier Park Community Markets (Wednesday and Saturday) and Torquay Beachside Markets (Saturday).

The Esplanade boardwalk to Urangan Pier

This scenic 17 km path stretches from Point Vernon to Urangan. Take advantage of the blissful beach or make a splash at WetSide free waterpark. Fish at historic Urangan Pier. Hire a bike or hang out at SkateSide. Enjoy fish’n’chips on the beach at sunset or sample fresh seafood at a local cafe.

Reefworld Aquarium

Enjoy a captivating visit to one of the world’s few all-natural aquariums. Reefworld Aquarium uses only sand-filtered seawater and natural sunlight. See sharks, tropical and reef fish, tubeworms and crabs. Hand feed Green Sea Turtles, play at the touch pool, swim with a turtle or a shark if you’re game!

Hervey Bay Historical Village and Museum

Discover what life was like for early settlers in Hervey Bay. This award-winning attraction has 1.2 hectares of fascinating historical buildings and exhibits. Wander through a 19th century slab cottage and Goodwood Railway Station. Watch a blacksmith working in the forge, plus woodturning and rope-making demonstrations.