Private Whale Swim/Watching & Beach Safari - Half Day Tour (Afternoon)

An adventure-packed tour that promises excitement at every turn!

Step aboard Wipeout, the fastest vessel in Hervey Bay, for a premium small-group adventure where you get to be first on the water with the whales. By limiting our tours to small groups, we provide space, comfort, and an intimate, personalised experience that larger tours can’t match.

Feel the thrill as our expert guides navigate the calm waters of the Great Sandy Straits to bring you up close to majestic humpback whales. On the morning tour, there is the unique opportunity to swim with the whales, creating an unforgettable encounter before the crowds arrive.

Whale swimming is offered on all our morning tours for guests who want an immersive experience. Swimming with whales is strictly on their terms and follows our license guidelines, and is not guaranteed on any tours. The best whale swimming opportunities are from mid-July to August, as from September onwards, more mothers and calves enter the Bay.

After our time with the whales, we give you a taste of island life, as we make a short stopover on one of many pristine beaches and sandbanks of the Northern Great Sandy Straits. 

As most of our time is spent with the whales, our beach time is roughly 30 minutes. The beach location varies depending on the weather, and our experienced crew will choose the best location on the day. The beach stopover is not mandatory, so if the majority of guests on board would like to spend an extra 30 minutes with the whales, that’s ok with us! The beaches are, however, the hidden gems of the K’gari West Coast and will be sure to take your breath away with their beauty and isolation.

Tour Highlights:

• Fastest vessel in Hervey Bay, be first with the whales
• Whole boat hire, space and personal touch, bring up to 14 guests
• Up-close encounters with humpback whales
• This tour offers the opportunity to swim with whales
• Complimentary mask, snorkel and wetsuits hire
• Expert guides sharing insider knowledge
• Private beach stop for exploration and photos
• Premium vessel with unobstructed views, under cover

This tour is not suitable for children under 12 years of age. Guests with mobility issues may also find this tour challenging. Boarding and disembarking the vessel, as well as moving around on deck and accessing the beach stop, requires a reasonable level of mobility.

The tour starts and finishes from the Great Sandy Straits Marina, Buccaneer Drive, Urangan, Queensland 4655

Cancellations accepted up to 4 days prior to Departure. Cruise Specifics are weather and tide dependent. Read our full Terms and Conditions here.