Wake up with humpback whales on this epic overnight private yacht tour

Get up close to these gentle giants on Australia’s only overnight humpback whale tour.

Whale season is upon us! Every year from May to November, over 30,000 humpback whales migrate along Australia’s east coast, showing off to those who book a day tour or admire them in the distance from the shore. But the best way to increase your chances of an encounter? Spend the night at sea. 

A world-first whale watching experience

Get up close to these gentle giants.

Fraser Island Boat Charters is offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience you won’t find anywhere else in Australia with its new overnight humpback whale charters in Hervey Bay. Rather than spending just a few hours sightseeing, you can book an exclusive two-day and one-night tour or a three-day and two-night tour aboard a luxury sailing catamaran, seeing humpback whales, dolphins and other marine life.

Why Hervey Bay?

The pristine Hervey Bay is a haven for humpback whales.

In 2019, the picturesque Hervey Bay on the Fraser Coast in Queensland was recognised as the world’s first Whale Heritage Site by the World Cetacean Alliance. This means the area is officially acknowledged for its unique and significant role in the conservation and protection of humpback whales. It’s an essential location in their life, providing a safe haven for mothers and calves. On a Fraser Island Boat Charters tour, you’ll set sail along the UNESCO Heritage-listed Great Sandy Strait – an aquatic haven teeming with marine life, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. You’ll pass through the calm, sheltered waters of Platypus Bay to admire the humpback whales that stop here to rest and play. 

The boat

The 12-metre K’gari Breeze offers plenty of room for up to six people.

Wake up to the sound of whales surfacing beside you. The 12-metre K’gari Breeze can host up to six people for its overnight skippered charters, featuring four double cabins, two showers, and two toilets – perfect for large groups and families. There are spacious indoor and outdoor lounging areas to relax while you calmly sail panoramic ocean views with your morning coffee or a glass of bubbles in the evening. All charters are fully catered and chartered by an experienced skipper who can offer insider knowledge on whale behaviour and show you hidden gems along the coast.

There are a select number of shared overnight charters available in 2025 for solo travellers or couples. Prices for full vessel tours are $5000 for two nights and $6500 for three nights.

This is more than a whale tour – it’s a front-row seat to one of nature’s greatest migrations.