LOCAL GUIDE

CONTACTS

Hervey Bay Taxi - Tel: 131 008 or 07 4096 5000
Hervey Bay Hospital - Tel: 07 4325 6666
Hervey Bay Brisbane Shuttle - Tel: 0455 304 979

OCEAN SWIM

The Hervey Bay beach is safe from hazards. No reported stingers, rip currents, waves, crocodiles or sharks. Check the tide times. www.tideschart.com

WHALE WATCHING

Whale Watching Hervey Bay is the premier location for Humpback Whale Watching boat cruises. The Whale Watching season and migration begins in July and ends in November.

FRASER ISLAND

Fraser Island is the most incredible island on earth with freshwater lakes and ancient rainforests. The world's best ecotourism destination, heritage listed Fraser Island is 120 kilometres long and 24 kilometres wide.

BIKE RIDE

Hervey Bay has a scenic water front with over 9kms of bike tracks to explore and stunning parklands.

PIER WALK

The Urangan Pier is a long historic pier that stretches out over the water. Great for fishing and romantic walks.

BOTANICAL GARDENS

For nature lovers, the botanical gardens offers loads of landscaped gardens, natural foliage, bird and wildlife.

WETSIDE WATER PARK

WetSide Water Park is located on the foreshore at the junction of Main Street and the Esplanade, Hervey Bay and is a fun, family friendly public asset designed with something for everyone. www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au

MINI GOLF

Located on the corner of Bideford and Truro Streets in Torquay, the multi-million-dollar 3300sqm course is the perfect activity for families who want a fab and fun day out. www.minigolfherveybay.com.au

HISTORIC VILLAGE

The Museum is situated at 13 Zephyr Street, Scarness and is open every Friday and Saturday from 1.00pm – 4.30pm , Sundays from 10.30am ’til 4.30pm and every afternoon over holiday periods. www.herveybaymuseum.com.au

HERVEY BAY EVENTS

There are regular events in the region, please visit: www.visitfrasercoast.com

NIKENBAH MARKETS

The Nikenbah Markets are held at the Hervey Bay Animal Refuge on the first, third and fifth Sundays of each month.

TORQUAY BEACHSIDE MARKETS

Opposite Torquay Post Office, Esplanade ~ Every Saturday 7am to 1pm

PIER MARKETS

Pier Park, Off Esplanade, Urangan ~ Every Wednesday & Saturday 7am to 1pm

FISHERMAN WHARF MARINA

863 Boat Harbour Drive, Urangan. The Marina is a popular destination and features restaurants, cafes, and the Boat Club Restaurant. Many charter hire, whale watching and Fraser Island tour operators operate from the Harbour.