About this tour
A 3-hour marine cruise departing Hervey Bay along Fraser Island's west coast aboard the Amaroo. You'll search for dolphins, turtles, and dugongs in their natural habitat, take in World Heritage scenery including Pelican Banks and secluded beaches, and have the option to cool off in the boat's purpose-built boom-net — a large, secured net lowered from the vessel's side for safe water immersion. Complimentary tea, coffee, and refreshments included.
Highlights
- Boom-net water immersion — unique, safe way to enter the ocean from vessel
- Dolphin, turtle, and dugong spotting led by Captain Phil's local knowledge
- World Heritage Fraser Island scenery: Pelican Banks, Moon Point, Big Woody Island
- Freshwater deck shower to rinse off after boom-net use
- Hot beverages, biscuits, water, and cordial throughout
- Discount voucher for The Boat Club restaurant and café
- Expert local marine and regional commentary
What to expect
You'll board the Amaroo at Hervey Bay and head north along Fraser Island's west coast. The captain actively searches for marine wildlife — dolphins, turtles, and dugongs — while you enjoy the scenery and commentary. Depending on tides, you may pass Pelican Banks, secluded beaches, Moon Point, and Big Woody Island. At any point, you can enter the boom-net via side steps for a swim; a freshwater shower is available onboard to rinse off afterwards. Refreshments are served throughout. The cruise returns to port after approximately 3 hours.
What travellers say
- Boom-net offers unique, safe water immersion experience unavailable on standard cruises
- Expert captain actively pursues wildlife sightings rather than passive viewing
- Complimentary refreshments and facilities reduce hidden costs
- Tidal flexibility means varied scenery and genuine exploration feel
- Suitable for all fitness levels and ages with supervision
- Marine wildlife spotting not guaranteed — sightings depend on seasonal behaviour
- Tide-dependent routing means you may miss advertised scenic highlights
- Summer heat can be intense; limited shade on open-deck vessel
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits anyone wanting a relaxed water-based outing with wildlife-spotting and optional swimming on a warm day. No fitness level is required. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. The boom-net is accessible via steps and safe for general swimmers, though it's optional — you don't have to use it. The experience is weather-dependent; summer heat is part of the appeal, but be prepared with sunscreen. Bring a change of clothes if you plan to boom-net swim. The cruise operates subject to tidal conditions, which may affect which scenic spots are visited. All fees and taxes are included; the café discount is a bonus.
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