Seal and Sea Dragon snorkel with Peninsula Hot Springs experience.
Swim with playful seals, discover Weedy Sea Dragons, then unwind at Peninsula Hot Springs. Our 2-hour luxury snorkel tour includes everything — equipment, lunch, refreshments, and your hot springs bathing pass.
Tour Itinerary:
Departure & Scenic Cruise Depart from Sorrento Pier and cruise along the stunning southern Mornington Peninsula coastline as we make our way to our first snorkel location.
First Snorkel: Chinaman's Hat or Popes Eye – Seal Encounter Dive into the sheltered shallow waters, home to over 100 resident Australian Fur Seals who love to swim, dive, and play alongside you. Keep an eye on the sandy seabed below for Giant Smooth Rays gliding gracefully through the shallows.
Second Snorkel: Kelp Gardens – Sea Dragon Discovery Float above swaying kelp forests and spot the rare, otherworldly Weedy Sea Dragon in its natural habitat — one of the most magical snorkelling experiences on the Mornington Peninsula and famed by Sir David Attenborough.
Returning to Sorrento Pier Warm up with a hot drink and some lunch onboard as we cruise back to Sorrento Pier.
Peninsula Hot Springs From the pier, make your way to Peninsula Hot Springs — one of the most loved things to do on the Mornington Peninsula — where naturally heated mineral waters bubble up from deep beneath the earth. Slip into thermal pools ranging from 37°C to 42°C, unwind in the hilltop pool with views across the Peninsula, and let the warmth do its thing. It's the perfect way to round off a day spent exploring the best of Sorrento and the Mornington Peninsula coast.
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All our cruises include a variety of inclusions at no additional cost!
Your cruise ticket is all you need to pay:
Lunch, snacks, and hot & cold drinks
All snorkelling equipment (optical masks available)
Thermal jackets and dry bags
Private change facilities
Marine park fees and taxes
Peninsula Hot Springs Entry Tickets:
You do not need to book for your entry into Peninsula Hot Springs and there’s no additional charge for weekends or public holidays.
Peninsula Hot Springs entry tickets are provided to you onboard your boat tour, they are valid for several months so you can do both activities in one day or visit Peninsula Hot Springs at a later date.
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Fitness level and experience required: Low to moderate fitness level; guests need to be comfortable swimming and spending time in the water. Our guides brief you fully before you enter the water and stay with you throughout the entire snorkel.
What if I can't swim: We understand this is an exciting experience and we are there to guide and support you, however you will need to have basic swimming ability and be comfortable in the water. If you have no swimming ability why not book as a sightseeing passenger, you will still have a fantastic time plus you can stay dry onboard!
What to bring: A swimsuit (worn under your clothes), a towel, and sunscreen. All snorkel equipment and thermal gear is provided.
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Location: Sorrento Pier
Best Season: September – May
Perfect For: Families, couples, girls day out, nature enthusiasts, photographers, visitors to Victoria
Experience why Moonraker is Victoria’s most awarded dolphin tour operator. With 36 years of expertise and our commitment to sustainable, ethical wildlife tourism, your Port Phillip Bay adventure will be both memorable and meaningful.
Eco credentials: This experience holds Advanced Eco Certification from Ecotourism Australia, is 100% carbon offset, and has been recognised in the Green Travel Leader Hall of Fame for 20 consecutive years. The operation behind this tour is Australia's most awarded in its field — a family-owned business with more than 35 years of expertise on these waters.
