Mornington Peninsula: Three-Hour Dolphin & Seal Sightseeing Tour with Lunch
Get ready for an unforgettable wildlife cruise through Port Phillip Bay. Admire waterfront mansions and private beaches as you journey towards Chinaman’s Hat, where friendly Australian fur seals await. Continue your cruise in search of playful bottlenose dolphins — you’ll have the perfect view from the boat as they swim right beneath you! With onboard refreshments, lunch and breathtaking sights, this three-hour cruise promises both adventure and excitement.
Inclusions
- Valid for one infant (0–4), one child (5–15), one adult (16+), one small family (two adults + two children) or one large family (two adults + three children)
- Three-hour dolphin and seal sightseeing tour in Port Phillip Bay via luxury purpose-built boat
- Look out for fur seals, wild dolphins and sea dragons
- Lunch, drinks and snacks
- Dolphin Guarantee: If you don’t see dolphins on your tour, cruise again within 30 days free of charge
- Marine Park entry fees and environmental levy
- Available every day in season: Departs at 9am; returns 12pm OR Departs 1pm; returns 4pm (approximately)
- Bookings valid to 4 May 2025
Pricing & availability
Sorrento VIC 3943, Australia
Things to know
- Cash or credit card for additional purchases onboard, if desired
Every day
Availability:
- Available every day in season: Departs at 9am; returns 12pm OR Departs 1pm; returns 4pm (approximately)
- Bookings available from 5 October 2024 to 4 May 2025
- Departure/Return Point: Sorrento Pier VIC 3943
- Please check in at least 20 minutes prior to your cruise departure time. Boarding commences 15 minutes prior to cruise departure time
- During busy periods such as school holidays and weekends, please allow an extra hour for parking at the departure location
Important:
- Exclusions: Additional meals, snacks, hotel transfers and snorkelling
- Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s)
- Please note, this tour is operated on the same boat as a swimming tour. If you are not travelling with swimmers, the 90-minute Wildlife Adventure Cruise is recommended instead – this is the same tour, without the extended stops for swimming
- Parking can be found around the pier from A$1 per hour, outside the Sorrento Hotel, or in the underground car park at Italico free of charge
- Bookings are limited and subject to availability. Please book early to avoid disappointment
- Additional drinks are available for purchase from the onboard cafe, payable directly to Moonraker Dolphin Swims
- Vessel includes onboard toilet facilities, cafe, undercover seating, lounge area and multiple decks for optimal viewing
- Dolphin Guarantee: If you don’t see dolphins on your tour, you are welcome to cruise again within 30 days free of charge
- If you are travelling with small children or infants, please ensure your child will be okay for the duration of the cruise and you have sufficient formula (if required), nappies or items for the duration of the cruise. Hot water and a microwave are available and small prams are accepted onboard for your convenience
- Please allow up to three hours for this experience, including travel time
Terms & Conditions:
- Child rate applies for children aged 5–15. Children aged 4 and under are considered to be infants and are free of charge but are still required to be listed when booking. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult/guardian aged 18+ and must be supervised at all times
- Cruises are weather-dependent and may be cancelled or rescheduled at the discretion of Moonraker Dolphin Swims for passenger and crew safety
- Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled
- Vessel is subject to change depending on availability
- Late arrivals and no-shows void offer
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellations made more than 48 hours before experience date: no cancellation fees apply
- Cancellations made outside 48 hours of experience date: 5% cancellation fee applies (at vendor discretion)
- Cancellations within 48 hours of experience date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
- Guests who miss the tour can re-book another tour with a 50% booking fee
Changes to Booking
- 48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made. A 5% administration fee may apply to changes or amendments, at the vendor’s discretion
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Moonraker Dolphin Swims
Founded in 1990, Moonraker Dolphin Swim has grown from a small business into Australia’s most-awarded dolphin swim company. They offer a variety of dolphin-centric swimming and sightseeing tours, perfect for today’s eco-traveller and adventure seeker. Their mission is to inspire guests to explore and appreciate the beauty of the aquatic backyard through unforgettable experiences.