Freedom Whale Watch
Freedom Whale Watch
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Boat ToursFishing Charters & ToursDolphin & Whale Watching
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Freedom III is a comfortable 58ft power catamaran which operates ¾ day whale watch cruises from July to October each year and departing from the Great Sandy Straits Marina in Urangan Harbour, Hervey Bay. Departing at 9:30 and returning after 4pm allows you plenty of time with the awe-inspiring humpback whales in Platypus Bay. The cruise along pristine Fraser Island’s western beaches can offer sightings of dingoes, schooling fish and numerous sea birds. Expert commentary by our knowledgeable skipper will keep you entertained. Home-baked morning tea, tropical buffet lunch as well as fruit and cheese platters for the return trip are all included as well as tea, coffee & filtered water all day. With maximum passenger numbers of 45 and three levels of viewing your whale watch experience will be memorable, informative and uncrowded. Freedom III can also be hired for private day charters or overnight trips on the Great Sandy Strait.
Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia
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Michael Laurance
Zurich, Switzerland15 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Family
What a truly magnificent experience. Cannot thank Toni and her incredible crew enough. My 11 year old was the only child on the tour and was treated royally; she cannot stop talking about her experience. Everything from the food to the hospitality was spot on, especially the magnificent humpbacks that paid us a visit. We've been out in Australia for around a month now and this was one of the highlights of our trip so far. Thanks guys, you're awesome 😎
Written 11 October 2023
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Sue D
5 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Family
Brilliant day out, lots of whales everywhere. Staff were great and food was good. Can’t recommend them enough
Written 5 October 2023
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Melissa B
11 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Solo
Was a bucket list trip and it was better than I dreamt about. Fantastic staff, plenty of lovely food and heaps of whales, lots of mums and bags.
Written 2 October 2023
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Sue S
1 contribution
Oct. 2023 • Family
Amazing trip today. Everything was perfect. Skipper Toni along with Matt & Abby were really great hosts. Everyone was part of trip, searching for whales, asking questions, was really great.
A great selection of food was served.
Written 2 October 2023
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Lindsay D
1 contribution
Aug. 2023 • Family
Had a great day on the water with the whales. The catering was spot on and the crew were excellent, particularly Abby, an asset to your company!
Written 1 October 2023
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Trail35448947970
2 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Friends
Can not thank Toni the Skipper and her wonderful crew, enough, for treating us so well. Been doing this every year since 1996 and this was the best experience ever. So many pods of whales to see due to Toni's ability to spot and approach with such great care. The respect for other boats was impressive. Good commentary, play list and food. Tried every tour operator, this was the best.
Written 27 September 2023
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Therese C
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Aug. 2023 • Friends
We had an amazing day observing so many incredible whales. The staff were very attentive and we were told about the whales and their behaviour as we observed them. Food was delicious and it was good to be able to move around on the boat with the smaller group numbers in the tour. Will definitely do this trip again - next year hopefully.
Thank you to the staff of Freedom!
Written 24 September 2023
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cinboo72
Rowville, Australia31 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Family
What an amazing day!!! Toni and her crew were fantastic, very hospitable
and knowledgeable. As a bonus we got to see plenty of whales and never felt rushed or that our time with any particular pod was cut short. The food was plentiful and delicious. A truly unbeatable day!
Written 20 September 2023
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Boswell4
Kewarra Beach, Australia91 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
While the whales were plentiful and truly amazing, the staff made this an exceptional day. The weather was less than perfect but Skipper Toni, Abby and Matt went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed the experience.
Written 17 September 2023
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SMreid58
It's wonderful to hear that the crew did their best to make you feel comfortable and well fed. The whales too have been amazing this season. We love sharing them with our wonderful passengers.
Written 19 September 2023
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John S
1 contribution
Sep. 2023 • Couples
First class trip. Three quarter day gives at least twice as long at the whale bay than a half day trip. Staff were knowledgeable and friendly. Boat was comfortable, and they serve complementary tasty lunch and afternoon tea. A brilliant day out.
Written 12 September 2023
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SMreid58
Thanks for your wonderful review. It is rewarding to hear that you enjoyed the hospitality as well as having more time to see our wonderful Humpback Whales.
Written 19 September 2023
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