Melbourne · DOLPHIN WATCHING
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 6 dolphin swims worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Meet the Moonraker crew at Sorrento Pier for a three-hour cruise into Port Phillip Bay. You’ll snorkel with Australian fur seals, search for wild dolphins, and enjoy lunch, snacks, hot drinks, and water. Dolphin encounters are not guaranteed, but a free return visit is offered within 30 days if none are found.
Set out from Phillip Island for a three-hour winter wildlife cruise past Cape Woolamai and the southern coast. An expert whale spotter and captain guide your search for humpback whales, southern right whales, dolphins, seals, and wandering albatrosses, with tea, coffee, and cake served onboard.
“The entire experience was wonderful, the crew were all so friendly and kind. You can really tell how passionate they are about the animals. We saw 5 whales and loads of dolphins. I highly recommend!”
From Sorrento Pier, board Moonraker for a three-hour seal and dolphin swim from November to April. Your crew provides snorkel gear, safety guidance, onboard food and drinks, then takes you to Chinaman’s Hat and resident dolphin waters. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, but a return visit is offered if you miss them.
“That was fantastic tour with excellent service! A lot if dolphins and seals played around in the water. Nice cake and drinks for breaks. Safe and professional!”
Set out from Sorrento on a three-hour sightseeing cruise with Moonraker Dolphin Swims. You will pass The Rip, Australian fur seals, Popes Eye Marine Park, gannets, and the waterfront homes of Portsea and Sorrento. The boat also carries swim-tour passengers, but this ticket is for sightseeing only.
“The trip was good but it was disappointing that we were not able to see any dolphins. We felt the boat was a bit too small for that many people.”
Set out from San Remo Jetty at 1 pm for a three-hour wildlife cruise toward Cape Woolamai and Phillip Island. Look for migrating humpback and southern right whales, dolphins, seals, and albatross while enjoying tea, coffee, afternoon tea, and live onboard commentary.
“The water was choppy with ocean waves, dipping here rising there, it was the sensation of a never ending roller coaster. The sms warned us to prepare for possible seasickness - glad we followed the advice! Our little group was fine. We saw Read more”
From Sorrento Pier, Moonraker Dolphin Swims takes you into Port Phillip Bay to meet Australian fur seals and search for wild bottlenose dolphins. You receive equipment and water guidance, eat morning tea or lunch aboard, and enter the water in groups of 10. Basic swimming ability is required.
“We had a fantastic day with a family of five. We were lucky enough to see a lot of dolphins on the day and even luckier to get to swim with them. Great day and the weather was fab which made it more special. Crew on board were also great”
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