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Turtle Discovery Tour
Highlights
- Cruise aboard the Milbi, a glass-bottom boat, to explore the vibrant marine life of Great Sandy Strait.
- Swim and snorkel in crystal clear waters on secluded islands, enjoying a refreshing escape from the everyday.
- Spot turtles, dolphins, and other wildlife while navigating through stunning coral reefs on a personalised tour.
- Relax on sandy beaches or play beach cricket, creating memorable moments in a friendly, small group atmosphere.
The Milbi, a purpose built glass bottom boat, gently navigates through the beauty of the Great Sandy Strait Marine Park.
Cruise through the Straits while joining the search for fish habitat amongst the coral reef, turtles, dolphins, sea bird colonies, and possibly a reef shark or dugong. Mother Nature will lead the way.
Time is spent on secluded Islands where you can swim or snorkel in crystal clear waters, play beach cricket or relax on the sandy beaches. As they only carry small numbers, your personalised experience is shared in a relaxed and friendly manner.
While it is their aim to offer the best marine experience possible, inclusions may vary to suit the most favourable weather for your comfort. The conditions determine snorkelling on the day.
Pram and Wheelchair Friendly. Dietary requirements catered for. Please mention when you book.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Employs people with disabilities.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Staff are trained in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
- Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Physical – High support needs
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
- Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
- Equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator.
Operation information
Hervey Bay Eco Marine Tours
Hervey Bay Eco Marine Tours is located on the beautiful Fraser Coast region, and their vessel navigates the beauty of the Great Sandy Straits Marine Park.
They are the only tour operator in town to offer Indigenous experiences, either on the Turtle Discovery Tour for an active morning, the Milbi Sunset Cruise for a relaxing afternoon, and the Djinang Cultural Walking Tour for a rich walk.
Hervey Bay Eco Marine Tours is a local family-owned business, and they believe that to protect the planet, they must return to their roots. This is why they’ve created these tours.
Their vessel is proudly named “Milbi” which carries the Butchulla meaning for ‘sea turtle’. It navigates protected waterways only, and she is one of the largest glass bottom vessels in Australia.
Explore Round Island, Big Woody Island and/or Pelican Banks (tide dependent). Snorkel the reef, weather permitting or just relax. Join the search for turtles, dolphins, dugongs, fish colonies and seabirds. Time will be set aside for a refreshing swim in clear waters.
Through their cultural experience, you will learn about the oldest surviving culture on Earth. This is an incredible opportunity to view the stunning coastal wilderness.
Activities
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Memberships
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
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