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1.5hr Dolphin and Seal Eco Adventure Cruise

See entertaining unique local wildlife on our boutique 1.5-hour adventure cruise for up to 12 guests.
The cruise travels by the glorious coast of the Mornington Peninsula. Guests explore sandy cliffs, immaculate holiday homes and pristine beaches. The coastline is part of the Point Nepean National Park and Port Phillip Bay. It is home to a variety of wildlife including seals, dolphins, occasional migrating whales and abundant seabirds well known to exceed 70 different species.

Touring southern Port Phillip Bay, you'll see several unique features that are unequalled. Cruising by the Ticonderoga Bay Dolphin Sanctuary tales of history will unfold. The cliffs leading to Point Nepean and the original defence forts precinct built to guard the entrance to Port Phillip Bay, known as The Rip. The Rip is where the waters of the bay meet the seas of Bass Strait. Here you'll cross the very first point our earliest settlers would have seen after their months long ship's journey.
During the summer months, the migratory shearwater birds congregate en masse at the waters at the heads, thousands upon thousands of birds rafting together on the surface.
Australian Fur Seals, once hunted excessively for their pelts, are now fully protected and enjoy resting on Chinaman's Hat, a man-made haul out platform in the bay. Here the seals get out of the water and rest after days of fishing. Seeing them up close you will be mesmerised by their presence, agility and adore their features.
From around June through to August (winter), along the southern coast of Victoria, our waters are home to the migration passages of whales. Sightings of Humpback, Southern Right and Killer whales (Orca) are increasing year on year. Visits into Port Phillip Bay are becoming more frequent and it's possible to gain some amazing sightings.

Any other day seals, seabirds including gannets, pelicans, shy albatross or white-faced storm petrels may greet you out on or above the water.
Passing by protected marine parks and one of only 64 Ramsar wetlands in Australia, you'll enjoy 360 degree views from our open vessel. Through sharing and developing understanding, we hope to aid protection and conservation of our significant nature and wildlife.
Every trip will teach you something new. The 1.5-hour Wildlife Sightseeing Boat Tour gives you a personalised view into the beauty and richness of Port Phillip Bay. Everyone enjoys the stable ride and freedom felt on board our small and robust tour vessel. Open air seating provides all-round view and a feeling of connectedness with the marine environment.
Your friendly crew will guide you as you explore the incredible diversity and magic of our beautiful coastal region.

Tour Highlights: Swift eco style rigid inflatable boat Small group tour for a more personalised experience Remarkable wildlife viewing Completely natural wildlife experience, no feeding or trained animals
Expert commentary with local qualified guides

Terms & Conditions:
Tours depart from Sorrento Pier Directions to Sorrento Pier All Guests must be minimum 5 years of age All Guests must be minimum 100cm tall Please arrive 15 minutes before tour departure time to ensure you have enough time to check in and make yourself comfortable Please dress comfortably and warmly Guests with back, neck, shoulder or heart conditions, those who are pregnant or who have injuries/conditions that may cause a risk to their health are advised to not do these tours, or do so at their own risk Eligibility of guests to participate in the tour is at the discretion of the Captain who has the right to refuse passage Sea conditions can be unpredictable at times, this may cause physical injury, psychological stress or motion sickness Tours are rarely cancelled, the experience provider will reschedule your tour only in the case of severe weather which would make the tour unsafe Subject to minimum numbers and may be rescheduled if minimum numbers are not met 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
*Images courtesy of our guest, John Howell - john@karfi.net

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From AU$119.00

Dolphin Cruise, Seal Swim and Reef Snorkel Adventure

Join a remarkable two hour boutique small-group snorkelling tour for maximum 12x guests beside the stunning Mornington Peninsula in Victoria.
See dolphins. Swim with seals. Snorkel over magical reef. The tour departs from the pier in Sorrento, original land of the Boonwurrung people, site of the first European Settlement in 1803, and passes beneath the up to 20-million year old unique calcarenite cliffs of the Mornington Peninsula National Park. Beneath the water lay the vast chain of the Great Southern Reef and its unusual yet often majestic marine life.
Extending around Australia’s southern coastline is a series of reefs holding some of the most productive ecosystems on the planet. The Great Southern Reef features extensive kelp seaweed forests that support many marine species that are not found anywhere else on Earth.

Home to a variety of marine life including fur seals, zebra fish, little penguins, bottlenose dolphins, rays, giant cuttlefish, spider crabs, sponges, kelp and weedy seadragons. You’ll be smiling from ear to ear swimming freely with entertaining seals, listen curiously to the grunts and clicks of fish working the reef and be mesmerised by the rich colours you could never have imagined live beneath the surface.

Your friendly crew will guide you as you explore the incredible diversity and magic of our mysterious underwater world.

Tour Highlights: Swift eco style rigid inflatable boat Personalised approach for greater confidence Remarkable wildlife snorkelling All equipment including warm wetsuits and snorkelling gear Completely natural wildlife experience, no feeding or trained animals Expert commentary and in-water supervision under qualified guides

Terms & Conditions:
Tours depart from Sorrento Pier Directions to Sorrento Pier All Guests must be minimum 8 years of age All Guests must be minimum 100cm tall Please arrive 25 minutes before tour departure time to ensure you have enough time to check in, dress in your wetsuit and receive your snorkelling equipment Please dress comfortably and warmly Please bring swimmers, a towel, a hat, sunglasses, camera and your own re-usable water bottle
Guests must have basic swimming skills as a minimum. Snorkel tours do not cater for people with no swimming ability. The Captain retains the right to refuse passage
Guests with back, neck, shoulder or heart conditions, those who are pregnant or who have injuries/conditions that may cause a risk to their health are advised to not do these tours, or do so at their own risk Sea conditions can be unpredictable at times, this may cause physical injury, psychological stress or motion sickness Tours are rarely cancelled, the experience provider will reschedule your tour only in the case of severe weather which would make the tour unsafe Subject to minimum numbers and may be rescheduled if minimum numbers are not met Guests will have the opportunity to spot dolphins, however sightings can not be guaranteed as they are wild animals Swimming with dolphins is not available on this tour The supplier reserves the right to substitute the vessel and / or change the day’s itinerary without notice

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Private 1.5hr Seadragons and Seals Snorkel Boat Tour

Join a fascinating 1.5-hour boutique small-group snorkelling tour beside the stunning Mornington Peninsula in Victoria. Ideal for beginners who are keen to be more comfortable in the water or who are new to snorkelling.
Cruising to the beautiful home of Victoria’s own weedy seadragons, you’ll snorkel and see these incredible marine animals in all their colour up close in their natural home. Then we’ll head towards Chinaman’s Hat, commonly called the Taj Mahal for our seals. Here at this local shallow snorkelling site, you’ll enjoy all the fun of swimming freely as the seals enjoy their life with you.
All levels of swimmers will love seeing the colourful and unique weedy seadragons on the Seadragons and Seals Snorkel Boat Tour. This tour is for everyone who wants to enjoy the underwater world, even if it’s your first time snorkelling. See marine life found nowhere else on Earth! We are highly experienced with people who lack confidence in the water and our small groups help you enjoy full attention.
Spend an exciting tour with friends swimming with seals and seeing creatures only found in our pristine waters.
Enjoy a boutique RIB boat excursion with a maximum of just twelve guests per tour.
Your friendly crew will guide you as you explore the incredible diversity and magic of our mysterious underwater world.

Tour Highlights: Swift eco style rigid inflatable boat Personalised approach for greater confidence Remarkable wildlife snorkelling All equipment including warm wetsuits and snorkelling gear Completely natural wildlife experience, no feeding or trained animals Expert commentary and in-water supervision under qualified guides

Terms & Conditions:
Tours depart from Sorrento Pier Directions to Sorrento Pier All Guests must be minimum 8 years of age All Guests must be minimum 100cm tall Please arrive 25 minutes before tour departure time to ensure you have enough time to check in, dress in your wetsuit and receive your snorkelling equipment Please dress comfortably and warmly Please bring swimmers, a towel, a hat, sunglasses, camera and your own re-usable water bottle
Guests must have beginner swimming skills as a minimum. Snorkel tours do not cater for people with no swimming ability. The Captain retains the right to refuse passage
Guests with back, neck, shoulder or heart conditions, those who are pregnant or who have injuries/conditions that may cause a risk to their health are advised to not do these tours, or do so at their own risk Sea conditions can be unpredictable at times, this may cause physical injury, psychological stress or motion sickness Tours are rarely cancelled, the experience provider will reschedule your tour only in the case of severe weather which would make the tour unsafe Subject to minimum numbers and may be rescheduled if minimum numbers are not met The supplier reserves the right to substitute the vessel and / or change the day’s itinerary without notice

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  • people Group Size: From 1 Up To 12

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  • Esplanade
  • 3943
  • Sorrento
  • VIC
  • au

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