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Hervey Bay Turtle Discovery Half Day Eco Tour including Lunch

Cruise and snorkel the clear waters of the Great Sandy National park for a marine encounter discovering turtles, dolphins, sea birds and more. Book here!
Hervey Bay Turtle Discovery Half Day Eco Tour including Lunch

Highlights

  • Hervey Bay half-day eco tour

  • Cruise the Great Sandy Straits in a glass-bottom boat

  • Spot dolphins, turtles and dugongs

  • Swim & snorkel in the calm, crystal clear waters

  • Listen to dreamtime stories from a local Indigenous guide

  • Immerse yourself into the local Butchulla culture and history

Cruise the clear waters of the Great Sandy Strait near Hervey Bay for a marine eco tour discovering turtles, dolphins, sea birds and even dugongs! This leisurely day cruise travels in one of Australia’s largest glass bottom boats so you are guaranteed the best views of marine life and the coral gardens underwater and around the vessel. Snorkelling equipment is provided so feel free to jump in the water to swim and snorkel amongst the marine life. See local landmarks such as Round Island and Pelican banks while listening to informative commentary about the local Aboriginal Butchulla people. Cruises depart daily at 10.30am from Urangan and return at 3pm.

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Note

*Snorkelling equipment hire $10 per person payable upon check in of tou

Inclusions

  • 3 hour eco tour
  • Fresh fruit, biscuits, muffins, tea, coffee
  • Marine park permit
  • Snorkelling equipment

Exclusions

  • Hotel transfers

Highlights

  • Turtle Discovery 3.5 Hour Educational & Cultural Ecotour
  • Snorkelling equipment to experience coming face to face to the wonders on the marine park
  • See fish habitat amongst coral reef, turtles, dolphins, sea bird colonies and possibly reef shark
  • Discover the Butchulla names and meanings of significant local landmarks
  • Explore Weenandin (Round Island)
  • If weather permits, you may visit the spectacular Pelican Banks famous for its crystal clear waters
  • Coral reef viewing through the glass panels (tides permitting)
  • Snorkelling opportunities from the beaches
  • Morning or afternoon tea (consists of tea, coffee, juice, muffins, biscuits, and fresh fruit).
  • Remote Islands visit for swimming snorkeling or just relaxing on the beach
  • Cruising and searching for marine life
  • Departure times are subject to tides to provide the best opportunity for islands and reef viewing

Time

  • Tours depart daily at 10.30am from Berth 5, Great Sandy Straits Marina, Buccaneer Drive, Urangan and return between approximately 2:30pm-3pm
  • Please check in at the marina office (located opposite Cafe Balaena) 20 minutes prior to boarding

What To Bring

  • Clothing suited to the weather
  • Swimmers
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Towel
  • Water bottle

Additional Information

  • The Turtle Discovery Eco Tour inclusions may vary slightly to optimise the most favourable weather conditions for your comfort
  • To minimise plastics on the vessel, we encourage you to bring your own water bottle which can be filled up in the office at check in and again on the vessel throughout the tour

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher

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