1 hour 30 minutes

Large group

Free Cancellation

What to Expect

See entertaining unique local wildlife on our boutique 1.5-hour adventure cruise for up to 12 guests.<br><br>Cruise the glorious coast of the Mornington Peninsula and southern Port Phillip Bay. At any time of year you’re likely to see gannets diving, fur seals playing, nesting cormorants, or a pod of dolphins riding the waves and frolicking about.

Description

Itinerary

Make your way to Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula to meet your local guide and your rigid inflatable boat (RIB). Sorrento is around a 1.5hr drive from Melbourne.

Meeting at the Sorrento Pier at least 20 minutes early (allow up to 1 hour in summer), you'll listen to a short briefing on what to expect during the scenic ecotour.

Departing shore, we'll quickly gather pace and zoom our way by Millionaire's Walk and Point King towards the Chinaman's Hat, a man-made seal haul-out platform.

Be prepared for a lively ride as you venture into the bay to explore our wonderful marine playground. On the return journey, it's a grand opportunity to get close to the Australian Fur Seals, where you can watch them rest and play.

During the voyage we'll seek out the resident Bottlenose Dolphins and if they're not fishing they may even come to play. In winter months we'll explore the broader waters for whale sightings including Humpback, Southern Right and Killer whales (Orca).

Make sure you dress warmly - warm jackets, scarves, beanies and gloves are recommended in Autumn and Spring, sometimes even in summer. And remember your camera!

Stop At:

• WaterMaarq, Esplanade Sorrento Pier, Sorrento, Victoria 3943 Australia
• Pope's Eye, Port Phillip Bay, Queenscliff, Victoria 3225 Australia

Inclusions

Full open vessel for unobstructed views
Qualified and experienced guides
Amazing photo opportunities
Tailored experience for small groups of 12 guests
Other Inclusions:
Parks Victoria use fees

Exclusions

Not Included:
Accommodation Pick-up / Drop Offs
Meals

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Children must be at least 5 years old to join the tour
It is highly recommended that you wear warm clothing and clothing that you don't mind getting wet, including shoes
Subject to favourable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Guests will have the opportunity to spot dolphins, however sightings can not be guaranteed as they are wild animals
The supplier reserves the right to substitute the vessel and / or change the day’s itinerary without notice
Medical Conditions: Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Getting There
From Melbourne you'll need to drive around 90 minutes south to Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula (allow 2 hours in summer, sometimes longer). Once you're in Sorrento, you should park near the ferry terminal. Make your way to the Sorrento Pier (at the end of the Esplanade)
From Queenscliff, catch the Sorrento-Queenscliff ferry towards Sorrento and once arrived, make your way to the end of Sorrento Pier.
Esplanade, Sorrento VIC 3943
On Google Maps make your way to the pin-drop for WaterMaarq
Tours depart at the scheduled time and will not wait for late guests
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
WaterMaarq is an Australian Tourism Industry Council certified COVID Clean Practicing Business.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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