Things to do in Phillip Island
Phillip Island: Seal Rocks Cruise & Fur Seal ColonyYou board a catamaran at Phillip Island and cruise 2 kilometers offshore to Seal Rocks, where you drift meters from thousands of Australian fur seals while watching for dolphins and whales. A guide provides live commentary on the wildlife and Phillip Island's history. Afternoon tea with coffee and light snacks is included. The whole experience takes 2 hours and depends on weather.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Australian fur seals in their natural habitat without arranging your own boat or spending a full day on the water — the 2-hour window fits into an afternoon and the guide handles everything you'd need to know about what you're watching.
Phillip Island Whale Watching Tour: Humpback & Right WhalesA 4-hour whale watching cruise around Phillip Island in Victoria searches for Humpback and Southern Right Whales during their annual migration, with a live English-speaking guide, morning tea and captain's commentary included. Whale sightings are expected 70–90% of the time between June and August. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and the tour suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?The 4-hour timeframe suits a half-day outing when you want to see migrating whales without committing the full day, and the morning tea keeps you comfortable while the captain explains what you're watching. Families with small children or infants will find the tour accessible, with specialized seats and room for prams on board.
Margaret River: Wine Blending, Lunch & Brewery TourYou’ll blend your own wine in Margaret River (no pressure if you’re clueless), taste at three boutique wineries, enjoy a proper winery lunch with pizza and salads, try local chocolate, then wind down at a microbrewery before heading back — all with pickup included. It’s relaxed, social, sometimes silly… but you’ll remember how it felt long after.
Cape Woolamai Cruise from San Remo: Pink Granite CliffsA one-hour sightseeing cruise from San Remo jetty to Cape Woolamai on Phillip Island, with live captain commentary, morning tea, coffee and cake included. The boat is a two-storey catamaran with both indoor and outdoor seating. You'll watch for Australian fur seals, sea eagles, gannets and albatross as the captain explains the geology and wildlife. The return to San Remo ends with the daily pelican feeding on the beach, a local fisherman's co-op event.Is it for me?The captain speaks English and narrates the entire cruise, so you follow the geology and wildlife without needing a separate guide or printed notes. This suits anyone who wants to understand what they're seeing as the boat moves, rather than standing on a cliff or beach trying to spot things on their own.
Phillip Island High Speed Boat Tour: Thundercat Sea CavesA 30-minute high-speed Thundercat boat tour from San Remo Jetty along Phillip Island's Cape Woolamai, taking you to sea caves and granite formations unreachable by land. Your Captain adjusts the ride intensity to suit your group—from scenic cruise to full adrenaline—and delivers live commentary on the landscape and wildlife. Life jackets and safety briefing included; seals often appear on the rocks or in the surf.Is it for me?Small groups and families with children from age 5 will find the Captain adjusts the speed and intensity in real time, so nervous riders or young kids start slow and build confidence as the ride goes on. If you want the adrenaline and the dramatic coastline without a full-day commitment, this 30-minute tour fits into any point in your Phillip Island day.
