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Join a Phillip Island seal-watching cruise from Ventnor, Victoria
Get up close to thousands of Australian fur seals on a scenic 2-hour wildlife cruise from Phillip Island, boarding a comfortable catamaran with indoor and outdoor viewing decks as you head to Seal Rocks, home to the largest colony of fur seals in Australia. Along the way you’ll scan the water for dolphins, whales, penguins and seabirds while an onboard guide delivers informative commentary about the wildlife and the history of Phillip Island and the Mornington Peninsula. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere on deck and a complimentary afternoon tea with light snacks and coffee or tea, making this cruising experience an ideal way for you to discover the marine wildlife and coastal highlights of the region.
About this activity in Ventnor
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Join a 2-hour wildlife cruise from Phillip Island to Seal Rocks to see thousands of Australian fur seals in their natural habitat off the Victorian coast.
- Cruise aboard a comfortable catamaran with indoor and outdoor viewing decks for uninterrupted seal-watching and coastal scenery near Ventnor, Victoria.
- Keep an eye out for dolphins, whales, penguins and seabirds while your onboard guide shares engaging commentary about local wildlife and regional history.
- Enjoy a complimentary afternoon tea with light snacks and hot drinks on board, perfect for relaxing as you take in the marine life and sea views.
Important Information
- The experience departs from Phillip Island and runs for approximately 2 hours-bring a jacket and dress for open-water conditions.
- The vessel offers both indoor shelter and outdoor decks; suitable for families with infants in prams and guests of all fitness levels-infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap.
- Cruises operate in open water and may be affected by weather; arrive early and check your booking voucher or the local operator’s updates on the day.
- Public transport options serve the area; there is no standard hotel pickup, and some passengers may experience vessel motion if prone to seasickness.
Meeting Point
Check your booking confirmation for the exact departure pier on Phillip Island; typically you’ll meet at the tour operator’s designated boarding point at the Phillip Island harbour-arrive 20–30 minutes before the scheduled departure to allow for check-in and boarding.
Includes
- Enjoy a relaxed afternoon tea experience included as part of the activity - a great way to unwind in Ventnor, Victoria.
- Benefit from live commentary on board that highlights local sights and points of interest around the area.
Excludes
- Food and drinks are not included unless they are specifically stated in your booking - please check the listing before you travel to Ventnor.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided as part of this activity; plan your own transport to the meeting point in the region.
Other
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making this activity family-friendly for visitors to Ventnor.
- Service animals are permitted on board to support travelers who require assistance.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, offering convenient access if you’re traveling around the area.
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap for safety during the experience.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels, so most travelers in the region can participate comfortably.
- Cruises are weather dependent - contact the local tour operator in Ventnor prior to departure and dress appropriately for conditions.
- The activity operates in open water; the vessel motion may cause discomfort to those affected by motion sickness, so plan accordingly.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
It was a good experience and I liked it. The wind was bit chilly but as Sun was there it made our journey amazing. The seals were cute and a great site to behold.
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Summary:
Amazing experience, best part of our family trip to Philip island. Highly recommended, operator has provided great service and they have many staff to support all the visitors on board and even offered free self service coffee and cheese cake. It was baby friendly for our one year old and we had an amazing experience watching seals very close in their natural habitat.
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Summary:
Easy departure and arrival. Great crew and Captain. Nice commentary, very informative, even my 4yo understood it! A pleasant surprise for the kids when they could drive the yacht for a while - fun experience for them and us! Spent a good amount of time watching the seals frolic and sun bake. On the way back we got some cake for afternoon tea and the kids got an colouring mat to borrow.
Overall 5⭐️ for this experience.
A plus for the crew that had to deal with the overseas tourists patiently and assertively. I had to tell off a couple of the tourists because they came and stood in front of the kids looking at the seals through the window - so inconsiderate. A crew member saw this and suggested a better place to see the seals from the bottom deck.
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On this 2-hour wildlife cruise you’ll travel by comfortable catamaran to Seal Rocks to see thousands of Australian fur seals in their natural habitat. En route you can look for dolphins, whales, little penguins and various seabirds while an onboard guide provides live commentary about the wildlife and local history.
The catamaran offers indoor and outdoor viewing decks for comfortable wildlife watching and an onboard guide who delivers live commentary. The tour includes complimentary afternoon tea with light snacks and coffee or tea to enjoy during the cruise.
The cruise operates in open water and is weather dependent; vessel motion may cause discomfort for those prone to motion sickness. You should dress appropriately for conditions and contact the local tour operator if you have concerns prior to departure.
Yes. The cruise is family-friendly and suitable for all physical fitness levels; infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller and are required to sit on an adult’s lap. You’ll enjoy wildlife viewing from indoor and outdoor decks plus complimentary afternoon tea with light snacks.
Yes. While the main attraction is the large colony of Australian fur seals at Seal Rocks, the cruise route gives you opportunities to spot dolphins, whales and seabirds along the way, with the guide pointing out sightings and providing context about the region.
The experience is a 2-hour wildlife cruise from Ventnor, Victoria, traveling to Seal Rocks on a catamaran. The tour includes live onboard commentary and complimentary afternoon tea with light snacks and coffee or tea; other food, drinks or hotel transfers are not included.
