Hervey Bay is often overlooked as the main gateway to Fraser Island and yet this spectacular destination has so much more to offer than just a transit point. For those who have been before, Hervey Bay holidays in Australia are a journey to one of Australia’s best natural holiday destinations. A Hervey Bay holiday in Australia is also offers the closest hump back whale watching encounters in the world. It is possible for tourists on an Australia holiday to Hervey Bay to see the 16 meter long mammals as they spectacularly leap out of the water expelling jets of spray as they exhale.
The stinger free waters also make Australia holidays to Hervey Bay popular for those who enjoy Kayaking, diving, snorkelling, surfing or just swimming and lazing around on the beach. The picturesque foreshores make for great bike rides during a holiday in Hervey Bay. Other popular spots include the Botanical gardens and the Marina. Visitors will not be disappointed with the many restaurants and cafés along the Explanade.