Easily reached by a 3½ hours highway drive north of Brisbane, the state capital, Hervey Bay city is a natural bay located between Queensland mainland and the nearby island of Fraser.
With such strategic location, said city was aptly nicknamed the capital for whale watching in Hervey Bay Australia.
This and other big attractions, along with the 40 kilometres of pristine beaches easily make the city a runaway winner for the title of Queensland's best natural holiday destination.
Awesome natural wonders lure travellers to the place which is why its tourism industry is so alive.
Thus, it is a major contributor to the economy of the region.
While in the area, never miss to explore the World Heritage listed Fraser Island as it's touted to be the world's largest sand island.
Then proceed to the breathtaking Lady Elliot Island, the first coral cay, found on another World Heritage site, the Great Barrier Reef.
The sheltered waters around Hervey Bay make it an aquatic paradise suitable for pulse pounding activities such as swimming, diving, sailing, various water sports and fishing, all year round.
Such water sports as water and jet skiing, kayaking, snorkelling, wind surfing, even yachting are among the favourites of adventure seekers.
For the ultimate enjoyment at sea, join some of the Hervey Bay fishing charters where you can even charter your own yacht or houseboat.
Of course, it's very evident that fishing and boating aficionados love to enjoy best the estuary, beach, jetty, reef and game fishing.
When exhausted from such fun activities in the water, get some relaxation and find good cheap eats and pleasant music or shop at the beautiful Hervey Bay Esplanade.
A tourist's oasis, here, you can find a lot of cosmopolitan and alfresco cafes, shops, parklands, picnic areas, playgrounds, piers and a busy marina bursting with life.
Whatever season the city may be in, accommodation will always be aplenty.
Guests may be surprised to find a wide variety of accommodation houses to choose from, that caters to different tastes and budgets.
Be amazed at an assortment of luxury and corporate apartments, bed and breakfast arrangement, hostels, dorms, backpackers' lodging, villas and many more.
Moreover, the needs of people with disabilities are likewise catered to, with the accommodation houses, attractions and general facilities made accessible to them.
When in Hervey Bay, you are free to explore the nearby areas at your own pace.
Leverage the Internet to find what's going on in various places, where to eat, what shows to watch and which tour packages with discount promos to avail of.
Browse the Web for comprehensive info about the mysterious Fraser Island so you'll be able to validate what you've researched once you go on Fraser Island nature tours.
Be educated about the eastern humpbacks, the gentle giants of the sea as they frolic in the warm waters.
So, in a nutshell, here are the major activities you can join while holidaying in this part of the globe: 1.
Whale watching tours - This is usually offered between May and November of each year where all boat services are fully operational and jam packed with visitors wanting to experience a close encounter.
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Fraser Island exploration - This is where you can hire a four wheel drive for your own use.
You can also take advantage of the fully guided tours that come in one-day or two-day packages, with meals, park fees and marine transfers.
Enjoy your stay and experience a getaway in comfort and style at your chosen holiday accommodation Hervey Bay.