Hervey Bay Things to Do

If your in Hervey Bay around July to November make sure you go on a whale watching cruise. We went on a smaller boat called the "Eclipse", because it was a bit cheaper and I think it was a bit more personal with less people. Lunch and drinks were provided. If you are lucky enough like we were, the whales will come right up to the boat and go underneath. There were alot of great photo opportunities. It was awesome !!

See more of my photos on my Hervey Bay intro.

Hervey Bay is a paradise for birds. They are everywhere. Many different varieties.
Some are actually eager for human contact, as these were when I was taking photos.
Didn't seem to mind at all that I was getting closer and closer.. ;-)

For as long as I can remember, Hervey Bay has always had a large colony of fruit bats. You can see them hanging from the trees, in one particular area.. during daylight.
When the sun begins to set, the sky is absolutey full with these creatures, flying to their regular feeding grounds.
I am still amazed by these creatures, and even more so by the number of them that live here.

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Three Islands can be seen from Hervey Bay.. Round Island, which is very small, and the the closest to the mainland..
Woody Island, which is much bigger, and located a little further out.. and Frazer Island, a little further on from there.

The beaches in Hervey Bay are rarely overcrowded. Many find it a great place to do their daily 'keep fit' activities, so mornings and evenings take on a atmosphere all it's own.. the evenings are especially beautiful, with the setting sun lending it's incredible colors over the water.

Hervey Bay is a major access point for Lady Elliot Island, first of the Islands of The Great Barrier Reef. Flights run several times daily with the opportunity to stay on the small coral cay or just visit for the day.

A short ride across the bay, on a barge or catamaran, will have you on one of our loveliest Islands. Frazer Island is the largest sand Island in the world, and has some very unique things to do and see.
You can go on safaris, tours, camping, or stay at one of the beautiful resorts.
There are rainforests, lakes, surf, and where else can you have a Runway, a Highway and a beach, all on the same strip of sand.. it would help however, if you all kept a very close eye on the tides.. lol.. but then again, if you are into a bit of excitement.. I wouldn't let the incoming tides worry you too much.. They do go out again, eventually... ;-)

You can also hire a 4 Wheel Drive in Hervey Bay, take it across on the barge with you, and do some exploring of your own.
Camping on the Island is allowed, but you need a permit.

Vic Hislop is famous around these parts, for knowing a thing or two about sharks.
He has a Shark Show in Hervey Bay, as well as some other places in Queensland.
This one is certainly worth a visit.