Phillip Island Seal-Watching Cruise
Overview
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2 hours
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See thousands of Australian fur seals in their natural habitat during a 2-hour wildlife cruise from Phillip Island. Journey on a comfortable catamaran with indoor and outdoor viewing decks to Seal Rocks, home to the largest colony of fur seals in Australia. En route, look for dolphins, whales, penguins and seabirds while your onboard guide provides informative commentary about the wildlife and history of Phillip Island and the Mornington Peninsula. Includes complimentary afternoon tea with light snacks and coffee or tea.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cruises are weather dependent, please contact your local tour operator prior to departure, please dress appropriately
Operates in open water. The vessel motion may cause discomfort to those who are affected by motion sickness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Afternoon tea
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Seal Rocks is situated 2kms off the rugged south-west coast of Phillip Island. The boat drifts within meters of the seals, enabling you to witness them in their natural environment first hand. It is impossible not to be captivated by these naturally playful and inquisitive animals, as they regularly approach the boat for a closer look at you! Along the way, you’ll be enthralled by the beautiful coastline and learn all about the history of Phillip Island’s western shoreline.
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Phillip Island Seal-Watching Cruise
Reviews
141 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing experience.
Sasidhar V,
Apr 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing 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.
Family fun cruise
Shaheen N,
Feb 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Easy 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.
Great cruise
Vik C,
Jan 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00A relaxing and interesting cruise experience. We loved watching the animals in their habitat and learned some things
Must do adventure
alisha m,
Jan 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00We got to see the seals up so close and all the staff where amazing with helping with the best places to see and sit.
Wonderful boat trip with lots of seals.
Selina N,
Jan 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful 2-hour boat trip with friendly crew, knowledgeable guide and lots of seals. Great view of the island as well. Definitely would recommend.
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