Freedom Whale Watch Ecotours and Dive Charters

21/02/2025

It’s great to have this new accreditation endorsing the quality of our whale watching tours in Hervey Bay! We are offering 25% off family group tickets if booked direct through our website. Make this the year to see the wonderful humpback whales with Freedom !

🎉 Congratulations to the Queensland operators who recently achieved Quality Tourism Accreditation!

This recognition highlights their commitment to exceptional standards and outstanding customer experiences, setting them apart as leaders in excellence.

✅ Bob Wood Cruise Group
✅ Bos Tours Queensland
✅ Cairns Harbourside Hotel
✅ Cairns Luxury Guides
✅ Freedom Whale Watch Ecotours and Dive Charters
✅ Goodwill Projects
✅ Great Artesian Spa
✅ Great Value Holidays
✅ Heritage Cairns
✅ Kokoda Outdoor Education
✅ Night Sky Secrets
✅ Sacred Owl Tours
✅ Swagalong Tours

Curious about accreditation? Learn more here 👉 https://ow.ly/wmUM50T4FVG

19/02/2025

Walk gently!

Have you wondered where the reefs are? Here’s a map of the reefs in Hervey Bay. Us Hervey Bay coral ambassadors are excited to be able to name the coral reefs this year, which will be added into the coralwatch data base 🪸🐢

We have a brand new green zone which is the Pialba reef! All reefs in Hervey Bay can be snorkelled on. On the side we have indicated what reefs are most easiest to get to which include Torquay, Scarness and The Gables Coral reefs.

To access reefs from sandy beach:
🪸 Torquay reefs is directly out the front of Aquavue.

🪸Scarness reef 1 easy access in front of the Maryborough Sailing Club and directly out the front of Enzos on the beach.

Access from rocks:
🪸The Gables reef can be accessed through rocks directly in front of public toilets.

🐢When is the best time to go out? SE winds is the best to go snorkelling just before low tide.

🐢 When shouldn’t I go out? Always snorkel with a buddy. Northally winds are not the best to go out as it stirs up the water also after a storm 🥲

🧴 Remember to wear reef safe sunscreen on the reefs.

🪸 Do not sit or stand on corals.

Feel free to ask us any questions. Please let us know if you are interested in collecting data on our reefs! 🪸🐢

17/02/2025

Have you wondered where the reefs are? Here’s a map of the reefs in Hervey Bay. Us Hervey Bay coral ambassadors are excited to be able to name the coral reefs this year, which will be added into the coralwatch data base 🪸🐢

We have a brand new green zone which is the Pialba reef! All reefs in Hervey Bay can be snorkelled on. On the side we have indicated what reefs are most easiest to get to which include Torquay, Scarness and The Gables Coral reefs.

To access reefs from sandy beach:
🪸 Torquay reefs is directly out the front of Aquavue.

🪸Scarness reef 1 easy access in front of the Maryborough Sailing Club and directly out the front of Enzos on the beach.

Access from rocks:
🪸The Gables reef can be accessed through rocks directly in front of public toilets.

🐢When is the best time to go out? SE winds is the best to go snorkelling just before low tide.

🐢 When shouldn’t I go out? Always snorkel with a buddy. Northally winds are not the best to go out as it stirs up the water also after a storm 🥲

🧴 Remember to wear reef safe sunscreen on the reefs.

🪸 Do not sit or stand on corals.

Feel free to ask us any questions. Please let us know if you are interested in collecting data on our reefs! 🪸🐢

05/02/2025

We had a fantastic season in 2024 - so many whales - and we are looking forward to 2025! Thank you to our wonderful core crew and skippers for their commitment, knowledge and enthusiasm on every trip. Look at the sheer excitement here from Rebecca Luxford, our 'resident' marine biologist, as this pod watched us watching them. Bec will be back onboard this year. Awesome!! Book now! www.freedomwatch.com.au

25/01/2025

Well done to Marine Rescue Hervey Bay! What a great service they provide for us. I’m very proud to say that Mark Cooper owner and skipper of our lovely Freedom has joined their crew and will be taking his turn on these shifts in the very near future. Mark is a loyal volunteer and worked for Marine Rescue in NSW for many years, skippering the rescue boats and mentoring and training new recruits. Visit Fraser Coast

25/01/2025

Another reason to book a private charter on Freedom with protected swimming in our swimming pool! Seriously, though, stay vigilant! Fraser Coast Chronicle Visit Fraser Coast Dundowran Beach Community Group

02/01/2025

Another beautiful day by the Island- pouring rain in town, lovely out here with warm and clear water. Book online for next weekend, still a few places left!

30/12/2024

We still have a few places available for our sunset cruise tomorrow evening (New Year’s Eve) boarding 16:30, leaving 17:00 cruise up the island to watch a sunset over the water at 18:47 and then back into the harbour at 20:00- $120.00 pp with a complementary drink. Licenced bar on board, most drinks $4-$6. Book online

Come whale watching in Hervey Bay with Freedom Whale Watch and experience the majestic marine life up close and in stunning locations! Book now!

28/12/2024

Ben Cropp commissioned Freedom III back in 1993 as a platform for his exploration filming and diving adventures.

Ben Cropp is not proud of the way he rose to fame. The 88-year-old sea dog tells about the pivotal moment that made him stop killing sharks and why his next adventure might be his biggest yet.

26/12/2024

We are looking for a casual coxswain to support the skipper on Freedom private boat charters. If you are interested or you know someone who might be, please send a PM or email [email protected]