About this tour
Spend three hours cruising Port Phillip Bay off Sorrento, watching Australian fur seals at Chinaman's Hat and bottlenose dolphins in their coastal habitat. The vessel positions you close to the action without requiring you to enter the water. Your guides interpret the wildlife and seabirds at Popes Eye Marine National Park. The luxury boat provides lunch, refreshments and hot drinks throughout.
Highlights
- Australian fur seals at Chinaman's Hat, playful and curious
- Bottlenose dolphins tracked and observed from deck level
- Popes Eye Marine National Park for seabird spotting
- Expert captain positioning for optimal wildlife viewing
- Lunch and hot beverages included onboard
What to expect
The boat departs Sorrento and heads to Chinaman's Hat, a known haul-out spot for fur seals. You'll watch them from the deck as your guide explains their behaviour. Next, you'll cruise to Popes Eye Marine National Park, where seabirds dominate the rocky outcrops—your guides will share details about the species present. The final leg involves searching the open bay for resident bottlenose dolphins. The captain uses subtle navigation to bring them alongside without needing swimmers to jump in. The entire experience is observation-based, with time for photography and questions.
Good to know
This tour shares the boat with a concurrent swim tour, so swimmers will be aboard. Your ticket covers sightseeing only—no swimming or snorkelling. Dress for the weather and maritime conditions. Prams and strollers are permitted for infants. Children must stay with an accompanying adult at all times.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.