ABOUT HERVEY BAY

Hervey Bay has often been called the jewel in Queensland’s crown. It is also referred to as the Whale Watch Capital of the World. A scenic 3 ½ hours drive north of Brisbane and only 45 minutes by air from Brisbane and now our new airport has Jetstar and Virgin Blue flying direct from Sydney every day of the week with other capital cities begginning soon. Hervey Bay is an easily accessible Holiday Destination. It has a population of approximately 52,000 residents.

The city has a wonderful sub tropical climate. Generally temperatures range from 14 to 23 degrees centigrade in the winter and 22 to 29 degrees centigrade in the summer. Our rainfall is low and we have many more fine days than other Queensland holiday centres.

Hervey Bay has some 60 kilometres of water frontage. It is located on the southern tip of the famous Great Barrier Reef. No need to travel further north when you can visit the Reef here. Hervey Bay has 600 acres of reef just off shore from the Urangan Harbour.

Lying parallel to Hervey Bay on its east side is World heritage Listed Fraser Island with its beautiful natural beaches, rain forests and fresh water lakes.

Cycling, restaurant dining, cinemas, beaches, clubs, shopping centres and sporting facilities cater for people of all age groups.

Hervey Bay offers an idyllic holiday environment. The fishing is great. Catch a fish from the beach, the Urangan Pier or take a day trip on a reef fishing boat.

Its reputation as the Whale Watch Capital of the World is enhanced by a pristine marine environment and expansive sheltered waters for the Humpback Whales.

Hervey Bay is the ideal holiday destination where you can relax and recharge your batteries. Isn’t this what a holiday is all about!