Remote K'gari & Whale Watching Experience | Tasman Ventures
Departure Times
Departure Point: Great Sandy Straits Marina, Buccaneer Drive, Hervey Bay
Pricing Options
Combine an adventerous, non-touristy K'gari day tour with some world-class whale watching!
- Fully guided day tour to the uncrowded, less-visited sites on K'gari (Fraser Island)
- Enjoy beach activities, water sports, wildlife-spotting, and pristine natural beauty
- Spot migrating whales on your journey to and from the island
- Opportunity to get in the water and swim with whales (if conditions permit)
This tour runs during whale watching season: 12th July - 26th October 2025
Embark on the ultimate day out with a Remote K'gari & Whale Watching Experience! Tasman Ventures offers this unique day tour that combines a visit to K'gari (Fraser Island) with breathtaking whale watching opportunities.
Start the day by exploring the secluded and serene western side of K'gari (Fraser Island), where crystal clear waters meet coloured sand dunes. After an epic exploration of the world's largest sand island, cruise through Hervey Bay waters and spot humpback whales (with the chance to swim with them if conditions permit)!
Highlights
- See a less touristy side of K'gari (Fraser Island)
- Explore remote K'gari creeks and mangroves
- Admire rippling coloured sands
- Guided walks and beach activities
- Spot lots of native K'gari wildlife
- Whale watching in Hervey Bay waters
- Opportunity to swim with whales (conditions permitting)
- Beach access with amphibious watercraft
- Delicious Buffet Lunch and snacks
- Fully licensed bar onboard
- Free transfer from your Hervey Bay Accommodation
Sample Itinerary
Show Less
Depart Hervey Bay
Depart Hervey Bay bright and early at 7:30am for an incredible day of exploring nature! This tour includes accommodation pick-ups in the Hervey Bay area, so make sure you reconfirm your booking with Tasman Ventures to confirm your pick-up location. Board the boat and head across the Great Sandy Strait to K'gari!
Explore Western K'gari (Fraser Island)
Tasman Venture is the on...
Read More
More Information
Show Less
What To Bring
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Warm jacket
- Change of clothes
- Comfortable, flat shoes
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Money for drinks and souvenirs etc.
What's Included
- Expert tour guide
- Guided walks
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Delicious buffet lunch
- Fully licensed bar onboard
- Free transfer from your Hervey Bay Accommodation
- Whale watching
- Whale swimming (conditions permitting)
- Watersport equipment including kayaks, paddlebo...
Read More
Important Information
This tour may not be suitable if you have existing neck or back problems or are pregnant. Check with your agent to make sure this tour is suitable for you.
What To Bring
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Warm jacket
- Change of clothes
- Comfortable, flat shoes
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Money for drinks and souvenirs etc.
What's Included
- Expert tour guide
- Guided walks
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Delicious buffet lunch
- Fully licensed bar onboard
- Free transfer from your Hervey Bay Accommodation
- Whale watching
- Whale swimming (conditions permitting)
- Watersport equipment including kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel gear
- German, French and Dutch speaking tour guides are available on request
What's Extra
- Drinks and sounveirs purchased from the bar onboard
Cancellations
No cancellation fee applies if the booking is cancelled outside 48 hours prior to departure.
Cancellation within 48 hours of travel – 50% cancellation fee applies.
Cancellation within 24 hours of travel – 100% cancellation fee applies.
A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.
Terms and Conditions
Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.
Customers who viewed this item also viewed...
Frequently Asked Questions
Are food and drinks included?
Food is provided throughout the day, including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea. Drinks can be purchased from the licensed bar onboard.
Where does the tour depart?
The tour departs from Great Sandy Straits Marina Terminal, Bucaneer Drive, Hervey Bay QLD. Boarding starts 15 minutes prior to departure.
Are accommodation pick-ups offered?
Yes! Courtesy coach pickups are available from local accommodation houses around Hervey Bay. You may request a transfer when reconfirming directly with Tasman Ventures.
What activities are offered on tour?
Snorkelling, kayaking, and tubing are offered as you explore K'gari. But the tour is flexible, so if you would rather relax on the beach while others enjoy water sports, that is fine too!
Where do we go on K'gari?
This tour visits the western side of K'gari, offering a less crowded and more unique experience. While you won't visit the most famous K'gari landmarks, you'll get to enjoy gorgeous sand dunes, wildlife-filled mangroves, secluded beaches, and more. Tasman Ventures is the only tour operator that explores this section of K'gari!
Will we get to swim with whales?
This tour includes whale watching experiences on your boat rides to and from K'gari. If conditions permit, you may have the chance to jump in the water and swim with whales for a once-in-a-lifetime experience! But the well-being of the guests and the whales always comes first, so the guides will decide in the moment if swimming will be safe for everyone.
Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0 / 5.0
Based on 2 reviews
