Top Fraser Island Swimming

Spot majestic humpback whales swimming and diving in the waves of Hervey Bay on this 4-hour cruise. Set sail across past Fraser Island, as you search for the gentle giants, who migrate to Australia’s warm waters between July and October. Make the most of your boat’s four viewing decks to get up close to the whales, then enjoy a delicious morning or afternoon tea served on deck as you cruise back to shore.

Many whale-watching tours only allow you to see the majestic creatures from a distance, but on this Fraser Island tour you’ll get the chance to swim with them. Visit the more remote parts of the island that many visitors skip, and have fun bushwalking, snorkeling, kayaking, and swimming. On board the boat, look out for humpback whales and, if the conditions are right, take a dip in the sea beside them.

Get to K’Gari (Fraser Island) and enjoy all the hot spots by 4WD, and you may even see some dingos along the way. You’ll have a lead driver who will take you to the highlights, like Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek, and the Champagne Pools. The tour is only for 18-35 year olds, and everything will be taken care of for you, so you can just enjoy this gorgeous island.

Get a new perspective on Queensland's Great Sandy Straits Marine Park by cruising through its clear waters in a glass-bottom boat. See an abundance of marine life among the coral reefs, including turtles, dolphins, and possibly a reef shark or dugong. Make several stops along the way for snorkeling and swimming.

Explore the waters of Hervey Bay in search of whales on this guided whale-watching expedition. Board a rigid inflatable boat, then head out to the watery paths where humpback whales migrate and birth their calves. Enjoy water-level views of whales, listen to commentary and interpretations from a marine naturalist guide, and listen to whale communications on an underwater hydrophone.

The sand island of K’gari (Fraser Island) is like nowhere else in Australia. On this two-day, guided tour, you can explore its best bits without the need to hurry, all while benefitting from pre-planned logistics. Follow your guide on rainforest walks, discover natural swimming spots, and see landmarks like the Champagne Pools and the Maheno shipwreck. Stay overnight at K'gari Beach Resort on Seventy-Five Mile Beach, with breakfast and two lunches included.