- WaterMaarq - 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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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!
- Parks Victoria use fees included
- Open vessel for unobstructed views
- Experienced guides at your service
- Exclusive small group experience - maximum 12 guests
- Perfect for capturing amazing photos
- Not Included:
- Accommodation Pick-up / Drop Offs
- Meals
Experience exclusive close encounters with native fauna on our special 1.5-hour adventure cruise that accommodates up to 12 guests. Explore the magnificent coastline of the Mornington Peninsula and the southern part of Port Phillip Bay. Throughout the year, there’s a chance to witness gannets diving, fur seals frolicking, cormorants nesting, or a group of dolphins making waves and playing around.
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.