Explore Hervey Bay & the Fraser Coast

  • K'gari - Fraser Island

    Address:
    K'gari, QLD, Australia .

    K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) is the world's largest sand island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located off Queensland, Australia, famous for its unique rainforests growing on sand, freshwater lakes (like Lake McKenzie), 75 Mile Beach, coloured sands, and rich Butchulla Aboriginal culture, accessible primarily by 4WD vehicles and ferry from Hervey Bay or Rainbow Beach. 

    Lake McKenzie (Boorangoora) on K'gari (Fraser Island) is a famous, stunning freshwater lake known for its brilliant blue, crystal-clear water and pure, white silica sand, formed entirely from rainwater and filtered by the sand, making it a popular, pristine swimming spot with picnic areas and camping facilities in the Great Sandy National Park. 

  • Whale Watching

    Address:
    Great Sandy Straits Marina Urangan Hervey Bay, Buccaneer Drive, Urangan QLD, Australia .

    Hervey Bay offers unparalleled humpback whale watching from July to October, a protected bay where whales rest, play, and nurse calves during migration, leading to unique, close-up "mugging" encounters where whales curiously approach boats for a look. Experience majestic breaches, tail slaps, and spy hops in calm, clear waters, often with calves, from expert-led tours featuring commentary, underwater hydrophones, and water-level viewing platforms for unforgettable, interactive experiences with these gentle giants. 

  • Lady Elliot Island

    Address:
    Lady Elliot Island, Queensland, Australia .

    A quick flight from the Hervey Bay Airport, Lady Elliot Island is the first island on the Great Barrier Reef. This coral cay is world renowned as the home of the manta ray with over 700 individual manta rays known to be living in the surrounding waters. Lady Elliot Island is also teeming with turtles who lazily swim these waters year-round and don’t mind the curiosity of visitors. A selfie with a turtle is a must-do but wait till you get home to post it and enjoy the digital detox. You can day trip to the island or stay overnight in Eco certified accommodation, snorkelling just metres from where you lay your head. Lady Elliot Island is an experience you’ll be talking about for years to come.

  • Urangan Pier

    Address:
    Urangan Pier, Great Sandy Strait QLD, Australia .

    A must-see attraction at Queensland’s Fraser Coast is Hervey Bay’s famous and historic Urangan Pier – it’s one of the longest in Australia. It stretches for almost one kilometre into the ocean.

  • Urangan Pier Markets

    Address:
    Pier Street, Urangan QLD, Australia .

    Located beside the historic Urangan Pier, the Urangan Pier Park Community Markets are a popular local attraction held every Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00am to 1:00pm.

    Browse a diverse range of local and regional products, including fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers, artisan breads, honey, olives, salamis, jams, handmade arts and crafts, clothing, coffee, and sweet treats.

    On Saturday mornings, visitors can also enjoy live music while soaking up the relaxed waterfront atmosphere, making the markets a great way to experience the local community and flavours of the Fraser Coast.

  • Sunsets & Cruises

    Address:
    Hervey Bay QLD, Australia .

    Hervey Bay's calm waters and expansive coastline provide the perfect setting to enjoy a spectacular sunset. Outside the whale watching season, a number of operators offer relaxing sunset cruises, while the foreshore, beaches, and scenic lookouts provide excellent vantage points for enjoying the changing colours of the evening sky.

    Whether you're taking to the water or enjoying a leisurely waterfront stroll, a Hervey Bay sunset is not to be missed.