We spend more time with the whales! Humpback whales come to us as they stop to play and rest on their arduous migration back to Antarctica. Avoid inferior trips out in the high seas whale-chasing. Make a day of it with Freedom and the whales in Hervey Bay - the first Whale Heritage area and Australia's whale-watching capital. At 9.30am, we motor quickly to Platypus Bay (15 minutes) near K'gari (Fraser Island). We find pods to approach safely and we have time to switch off the engines and encourage the whales to come and see us more closely! They roll, pec-slap, breach, expressing their natural behaviours . We return at 3.30pm or later if if we are surrounded by whales. Dedicated crew spoil you with three delicious meals. Tea, coffee and water is always available. With outdoor, covered and indoor seating in our airconditioned saloon, and a licensed bar, you will travel in comfort. Freedom is a 60ft motor catamaran with 4 viewing levels, three toilets, underwater sound and camera. Expert commentary from skippers as they bring you up close to these wonderful creatures. Courtesy bus transfers and free parking. Discounted family and group tickets . Capacity 48 guests.