The top things to do in Hervey Bay

Whether you're road tripping or looking for a relaxing stay surrounded by beautiful beaches, Hervey Bay is heavenly. Nestled three hours north of Brisbane, and the perfect spot to explore K'gari (Fraser Island), there's things to do in Hervey Bay for every traveller. Known as the unofficial “Whale Watching Capital” of Australia, you can enjoy a personal encounter with the magnificent humpback whales on cruises from July to November as they birth and play in the sheltered waters surrounding Hervey Bay. When the whales aren’t about, you can spend a day frolicking in freshwater streams and walking in the wilderness on K'gari (Fraser Island). If you're looking for a big day out, there's all day adventure tours that will take you snorkelling, kayaking or touring on K'gari (Fraser Island). Find all the top things to do in Hervey Bay here including water sports activities, 4X4 island tours, fishing trips, and scenic flights to the nearby Southern Great Barrier Reef.