Dive into the Freedom Whale Odyssey – Hervey Bay: an epic journey with humpback whales, blending wonder, connection and beauty. 

More than a tour—it's a window into the whales' legendary migration and a conservation triumph. 

Aboard our stable 60-ft catamaran, Freedom III, we've thrilled thousands with 5-star experiences, fueled by passion and expertise.

Highlights

• Small groups (max 48) – one relaxed cruise per day
• Calm waters of Platypus Bay – no ocean swell
• Extended time with humpback whales
• Three viewing levels + water-level platform
• Expert, owner-led commentary
• Morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea included

Inclusions

• Full-day whale-watching cruise (6–7 hrs)
• Morning tea, buffet lunch & afternoon tea
• Tea, coffee & filtered water
• Hydrophone whale song experience (conditions permitting)
• Expert commentary
• Free bus transfers (direct bookings)

Duration

6–7 hours

Departure Point

Great Sandy Straits Marina, Urangan

What to Bring

Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses with strap, light jacket, non-slip shoes, camera/phone with strap. Take seasickness tablets before departure if needed. Wear red - the whales love it!

Important Information

If weather prevents safe operation, a full refund or rebooking is offered. Guests must be able to manage five steps with a handrail unassisted. Freedom is not wheelchair, walking-frame or pushchair and pram accessible. Children must be supervised at all times.

Freedom Ecotours operates quality cruises onboard our comfortable and spacious 60ft motor catamaran, Freedom III. Gift a wonderful day out for your friends and family! 

Please redeem the value of this gift voucher when booking online at www.freedomwhalewatch.com.au and select Book Now.

Freedom Whale Odyssey - Hervey Bay

• Available from mid July- end September.
• We spend more time with the whales.
• Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea included.

Our premium offering - charter the whole boat for your own, personal  experience and you choose who you share it with! Make memories with family and friends - fill it to the max (48) or keep it to a select few. Luxury either way. 

With 29 guests, pricing is approximately $125 per head for a four hour cruise. With 48 guests, pricing is just $100 per head. Additional hours can be added to make a day of it on the water. Skipper and crew are included as well as swimming pool, do-nut rides, tender transfers to K'gari Fraser Island, paddleboards and noodles.

You will organise your own catering and the galley kitchen, large fridge, freezer and esky make this very easy. The crew will assist with cooking and serving the food.  A corkage fee is included for BYO alcohol or you can choose to use our licenced bar with very reasonably priced soft and alcoholic drinks available. Depending on availability, you can choose your start and end times of the cruise.

Customer service is an important part of our training and ethos. We will do our very best to accommodate any special requests. Freedom is not accessible to wheelchairs, walking frames or pushchairs and prams. Guests need sufficient mobility to manage 5 steps with a handrail unassisted. This is a health and safety directive and we hope you can find a suitable alternative cruise.

All captains are fully qualified and experienced. This includes Mark Cooper, owner-operator, who has many years of experience as a captain for fun as well as commercially. He sailed a catamaran from Tahiti and down the East Coast of Australia. He has captained delivery of Sydney to Hobart yachts, and he was on the helm for three exciting Sydney to Hobart races. He has also participated in the gruelling Clipper Round the World yacht race. Safety is his highest priority and during his time as a skipper for NSW Marine Rescue for the last three years and crew for a further five years, he has rescued many boats and saved lives on the water. 

Make a day of it with Freedom in Hervey Bay and the Great Sandy Straits Marine Park!

Dive into the Freedom Whale Odyssey – Hervey Bay: an epic journey with humpback whales, blending wonder, connection and beauty. 

More than a tour—it's a window into the whales' legendary migration and a conservation triumph. 

Aboard our stable 60-ft catamaran, Freedom III, we've thrilled thousands with 5-star experiences, fueled by passion and expertise.

Highlights

• Small groups (max 48) – one relaxed cruise per day
• Calm waters of Platypus Bay – no ocean swell
• Extended time with humpback whales
• Three viewing levels + water-level platform
• Expert, owner-led commentary
• Morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea included

Inclusions

• Full-day whale-watching cruise (6–7 hrs)
• Morning tea, buffet lunch & afternoon tea
• Tea, coffee & filtered water
• Hydrophone whale song experience (conditions permitting)
• Expert commentary
• Bus transfers (free for direct bookings)

Duration

6–7 hours

Departure Point

Great Sandy Straits Marina, Urangan

What to Bring

Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses with strap, light jacket, non-slip shoes, camera/phone with strap. Take seasickness tablets before departure if needed. Wear red - the whales love it!

Important Information

If weather prevents safe operation, a full refund or rebooking is offered. Guests must be able to manage five steps with a handrail unassisted. Freedom is not wheelchair, walking-frame or pushchair and pram accessible. Children must be supervised at all times by their primary carer.