OVERVIEW Join the Pacific Whale Foundation for a 3-hour, small group Ultimate Whale Watch tour and become an Ocean Advocate. Experience Hervey Bay’s Ultimate Whale Watch, a Tourism Australia Signature Experience, guided by the experts at Pacific Whale Foundation. Each ticket contributes to whale protection, supporting over 40 years of humpback whale research and nearly four decades of marine animal research and ocean conservation globally. Enjoy an affordable adventure while supporting a great cause. HIGHLIGHTS - Guided by marine experts with over 40 years of research experience - Exclusive Tourism Australia Signature Experience - Small group setting for an intimate experience - Opportunity to see humpback whales in their natural habitat - Learn about marine conservation and research efforts WHAT'S INCLUDED - Three-hour guided whale watch tour - FREE snack and soft drink - Expert commentary and educational insights - Small group experience for personalised attention - Contribution to marine research and conservation efforts WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED - Transportation to and from the departure point PRICE A$109.00 per adult A$79.00 per child (6 to 14 years) DURATION Approximately 3 hours HOST Pacific Whale Foundation - Pacific Whale Foundation is an international NGO and pioneer in sustainable eco-tourism, founded in 1980 to protect the declining humpback whale population. Our mission is to protect the ocean through science and advocacy, inspiring environmental stewardship. Profits from our tours support whale and dolphin research, marine education, and ocean conservation globally. For more information, visit PacificWhale.org or our Ocean Store at Shop 1, Great Sandy Straits Marina, Buccaneer Dr, Urangan.

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On your Ultimate Whale Watch, you’ll get to: HEAR EXPERT COMMENTARY FROM CERTIFIED MARINE NATURALISTS All crew members are trained in marine sciences and have extensive experience interpreting the amazing humpback whale behaviours you’ll encounter. LISTEN TO LIVE WHALE SONGS ON OUR UNDERWATER HYDROPHONES You’ll not only see whales up close and personal but also hear these majestic mammals as they sing to and with each other. ENGAGE YOUR CHILD IN OUR ONBOARD JR. NATURALIST PROGRAMME Featuring fun and educational activities led by our marine naturalists to help inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. ENJOY A SMALL-GROUP ECOTOUR WITH WATER-LEVEL VIEWS With a capacity of 40 passengers on our low-profile vessel, everyone gets personalised attention plus unobstructed 360° “whale’s eye” views. RIDE IN COMFORT ON OUR ECO-FRIENDLY VESSEL Ocean Defender is a state-of-the-art boat built specifically for whale watching and research, with comfortable forward-facing seats, plenty of shade, and a full-size toilet. EXPERIENCE OUR HOSPITALITY Enjoy FREE snacks and soft drinks, plus a full-colour commemorative Whale Watch Guide developed by the Research Department at Pacific Whale Foundation. GO AGAIN FREE IF YOU DON’T SEE WHALES Whale sightings are guaranteed (July 16 – Oct 9). If you don’t see whales (an unlikely occurrence), we’ll give you a free return ticket valid for up to one year. HELP PROTECT WHALES AND THEIR OCEAN HABITAT When you go with the experts at Pacific Whale Foundation, you’re supporting programs that benefit humpback whales in Hervey Bay and around the world. INTERACT WITH OUR ONBOARD WHALE RESEARCHER Learn firsthand the latest whale facts and findings from our marine biologists as they collect data for our ongoing research studies. Address: Great Sandy Straits Marina, Buccaneer Dr, Urangan QLD 4655

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Whale sightings are guaranteed (July 16 – Oct 9). If you don’t see whales (an unlikely occurrence), we’ll give you a free return ticket good for up to one year.