Mornington Peninsula Tours

Don’t miss a chance to swim with some of Australia’s most beautiful sea creatures on this thrilling 3-hour cruise around the Mornington Peninsula. Glide around Port Phillip Bay, Chinaman's Hat and the Ticonderoga Bay Dolphin Sanctuary, and tuck into morning tea or lunch on-board. Then, dive in to swim and snorkel amid schools of wild bottlenose dolphins and colonies of Australian fur seals.

Experience Australia’s abundant marine wildlife during a 2-hour small-group snorkeling cruise from Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula. Visit prime locations around Port Phillip Bay to see dolphins, seals, colorful fish, and other species that inhabit the Great Southern Reef. Your guide provides the necessary equipment for snorkeling, along with live commentary about the region’s ecosystem.

Head out into Port Phillip Bay for the chance to swim with seals and dolphins with this boat tour. You'll visit the manmade Chinaman's Hat, known for its population of Australian Fur Seals, where you'll get to snorkel with the friendly creatures. You'll then head out to look for dolphins; if you're lucky, you'll get the chance to swim with them.

Nepean National Park—situated at the southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula—has historic military structures and tunnels, and unmatched views of Port Philip Bay and the South Australian coast. This tour, which provides bike rental for two people and an audio guide and map, lets you explore the park’s coastal trails at your own pace.

You'll get to see our 20 acre organic farm, and feed all of our animals: Alpacas, sheep, ducks, chooks, cows and geese. Our sheep will come up for a pat. And you will get to hand feed them some lucerne or grass hay. Depending on the time of year, we sometimes have a baby lamb you can help feed a bottle of milk to. Our alpacas, Chance, Chase, Dino and Eureka can take a bit more time to warm up, but they'll come up for some food if the group is calm and quiet. We'll check out our ducks and chooks and we often have ducklings or chickens you can hold as well). Finally we finish up with Chestnut and Mathilda our two house cows who will lick and nose you until they get some food from your hand.

You will feel so welcome in this beautiful home overlooking the magnificent golf course views where Chef Jacqui will take you through a fun and very informative cooking class in her well appointed kitchen. She teaches you a chefs way of preparation with tips and techniques that you need to reproduce this wonderful menu. You will enjoy canapés, entree, main and dessert all cooked by you with the constant guidance and assistance from Jacqui. Her huge 12 seater dining table is set for the fantastic luncheon that awaits us after all our hard work and a glass or two to top it off. Bon appetite!

Cycling Vine Tours Mornington Peninsula self-guided day tour offers a relaxed cycle experience pedalling through amazing countryside whilst enjoying local food & wine at your own pace. An Amazing Day Start at Arthurs Seat and cycle past some of the most idyllic scenery you could ever hope to pedal. Cycling is mostly on dirt paths and downhill. Cycling Vine Tours suggest lunch stops - casual local pizza lunch or more formal a la carte. Alternatively collect local produce for a picnic. Cycling Vine Tours self-guided tours give you the freedom to explore and wander off the beaten track at your own pace. Maps and written guide to suggested routes that travel past local produce stores and vineyards are provided. Included: bike, helmet, basket, water bottle, maps, a written guide, emergency kit, phone assistance, pick up & return to Arthurs Seat. The tour can be tailored to your ability and preferences. Please wear comfortable clothing & closed toe footwear for cycling up to 25kms.

Enjoy hiking the invigorating and scenic Cape Woolamai trail on Phillip Island without the risk of getting lost, on a guided tour. Spot a range of wildlife—including penguins and wallabies—that you might miss if traveling alone. If you’re making good time there will even be the chance to stop for a wine or beer tasting—a great way to relax en route.

While visiting the Mornington Peninsula, take a half-day dolphin-watching cruise on Port Phillip bay to look for bottlenose dolphins, Australian fur seals, and other marine life. Ride in comfort on a luxury boat that has room to walk around, provides complimentary light refreshments, and has other food available for purchase. This tour is combined with a swimming tour, making it a great option for the whole family.

Take a small-group hiking tour along the George Bass Coastal Walk to experience the coastal landscape from Punchbowl (San Remo) to Kilcunda. Expect to walk at a leisurely pace and benefit from insightful commentary provided by your guide about Phillip Island’s plant and animal life. The walk takes about two hours, and is followed by a late lunch before you are returned to your hotel.

Enjoy a close encounter with Australian Fur Seals on this small-group snorkeling tour from Sorrento Pier. Choose a departure time that suits you, then set off to swim, snorkel, and soak up views of the coastline, while watching wild seals splash and sunbathe around you. Gear rental comes included in the price, plus small refreshment served onboard your bathroom-equipped vessel.

Paddock to plate food at Green Olive at Red Hill … roll up your sleeves and joining the farmer in the paddock and the chef in the kitchen. You will tour the property learning about biological farming, olive oil and table olives, sustainable vineyard practices and why ‘terroir’ plays such an important role in producing great wines. Learn all about seasonal produce in the ‘kitchen’ garden, while touching, feeling, smelling and being a part of the food you will then cook. Then guided by our chef use your culinary skills to create a true “paddock to plate dish.” Once the hard work is done sit down and enjoy your food creation with a glass of Estate Grown Wine.

The local trail knowledge of the Guides allows you to experience the roadside verge trails and rail trails of the Mornington Peninsula. All trails are easy to intermediate. Our e-bikes allow all fitness levels to be included in our tours and the duel suspension proves to provide a smooth ride on otherwise rough trails.

Indulge your sweet tooth with a self-guided visit to Panny's Amazing World of Chocolate at the Phillip Island Chocolate Factory. Just a 1.5-hour drive from Melbourne, the factory offers an interactive experience for chocolate lovers of all ages. Discover the chocolate-making process from cacao beans to chocolate bars, drink from the gigantic chocolate waterfall, design your own personalized chocolate bar, and sample decadent handmade chocolates.

See some of Australia's most famous native animals at Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, which is conveniently located on the Mornington Peninsula near Melbourne. The sanctuary shelters kangaroos, koalas, Tasmanian devils, crocodiles, and more on the 25-acre (10-hectare) grounds. Learn more about the mammals, reptiles, birds, fish, amphibians and insects at daily keeper talks and wildlife shows.

Treat your taste buds on a guided culinary tour of Australia's charming Mornington Peninsula. Sample regional wines and cider at cellar door tastings, locally made goat cheese at a boutique dairy, and scrumptious fruit-flavored chocolates and liquors at a strawberry farm. Enjoy free time to explore the town of Flinders, followed by a beach walk in warm weather. Enjoy the fun and intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour, with numbers limited to 24 people.

When visiting Phillip Island, hop on board a double-decker catamaran at San Remo for a cruise around the cliffs, caves, and historic sites of Cape Woolamai. Hear informative commentary from the captain as you keep your eyes peeled for sightings of marine life such as dolphins, Australian fur seals, and seabirds. Snap photos of the dramatic coastal scenery and turquoise waters during this family-friendly cruise, which includes light refreshments and activities for children.

Experience the natural landscape of Victoria on an eco boat tour off the coast of Mornington Peninsula. In addition to navigating and providing little-known facts about the area’s diverse wildlife, your guide points out easy-to-miss animals, which may include jellyfish, seals, dolphins, or whales depending on the season. A small group size and choice of departure times makes this tour a popular choice for families.

Get creative and design your own skin care product using 100% natural and cruelty-free ingredients. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn about the basics of natural skin care formulation and discover what ingredients are best for you own skin. Both your skin and your soul will thank you! Skincare is an essential component in self-care and self-love. While skin care products touch our skin and lives, we know very little about them.This three-hour workshop is designed to teach you the basics of natural skin care formulation, how to read a cosmetic label, what ingredients suit you best and which ingredients to avoid. Using 100% natural, vegan and cruelty-free ingredients, you will create your own unique formulation and put them together into a face wash or cleanser to take home. After your workshop, enjoy light and healthy refreshments in a relaxed environment.

Soak your cares away with a day of rest and relaxation at the Peninsula Hot Springs. With included transport from Melbourne, this tour makes it easy to fit in a trip to this favorite spa destination on the Mornington Peninsula, featuring 20 different bathing experiences like geothermal pools, hydrotherapy, sauna, and a Turkish hamam. For an extra bliss fix, book an optional treatment at the serene Spa Dreaming Center.

Cycling Vine Tours Bellarine Peninsula Guided Day Tour offers a relaxed cycle experience taking you on a fantastic journey past some of the most beautiful coastal scenery you could ever hope to pedal. Enjoy a leisurely morning cycle tour through the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula, passing farms, vineyards and local produce stores. The cycle is easy and enjoyable riding along the historic Bellarine Rail Trail. Stop for morning tea at a local winery or cafe. After the cycle experience a local winery lunch followed by wine tasting at up to two local vineyards. Relax, enjoy the cycle and our expert guide will take you on a fantastic tour of the Bellarine Peninsula. Tour can be tailored to your ability and preferences. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed toe footwear for cycling up to 25kms.

Boneo Maze is a fun family attraction located on the Mornington Peninsula. This general entrance ticket provides full-day access to the park, including the gardens, wetlands, and mazes. Enjoy unlimited rounds of mini-golf, follow the boardwalks around the wetlands, tackle three hedge mazes, and play gigantic versions of chess, checkers, and connect four in the Mega Games garden.

Cycling Vine Tours Bellarine Peninsula self-guided day tour offers a relaxed cycle experience pedalling through amazing countryside whilst enjoying local food & wine at your own pace. Enjoy a leisurely morning cycle through the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula, passing farms, vineyards and local produce stores. The cycling is easy and enjoyable riding along the historic Bellarine Rail Trail. Stop for morning tea at a local winery or cafe. Cycling Vine Tours suggest lunch venues for you either a casual pizza type lunch or a more formal a la carte style. Alternatively, you can collect local treats from farm gates for a picnic lunch. You have the freedom to explore and wander off the beaten track at your own pace. Maps and a written guide to suggested route that travel past local produce stores and vineyards are provided. The tour can be tailored to your ability and preferences. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed toe footwear for cycling up to 25kms.

Set sail on a winter dolphin & whale adventure venturing past the sheer cliffs of Cape Woolamai and along Phillip Island’s attractive southern coastline. Search for Humpback and Southern Right Whales on their annual migration route. Be on the lookout for dolphin pods feeding and playing, with curious seals and a variety of birdlife including the Wandering Albatross regularly sighted in the area.