Moonraker's signature half-day trip from Sorrento: snorkel and swim with wild dolphins and Australian fur seals in Port Phillip Bay, see underwater kelp gardens and look for weedy sea dragons, with all equipment, lunch and refreshments included.
Days
- 3 hours
Group size
- Small group; swims in groups of 10
Start / finish
- Sorrento Pier / Sorrento Pier
Return
- See itinerary for details
Transport
- Purpose-built boat from Sorrento Pier
Meals
- Lunch, drinks and snacks
Route
Included experiences
- Port Phillip Bay — swim with wild dolphins
- Chinaman's Hat — snorkel with Australian fur seals
- Weedy sea dragons — snorkel (on some cruises)
- Kelp gardens — snorkelling
Pictures / Videos
Reviews
4.7
Based on 39 reviews
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Travellers consistently praise the friendliness and attentiveness of the crew, who look after guests of varying swimming abilities and provide helpful information throughout the tour. The boat facilities, wetsuits and equipment are frequently commended, as is the seal experience, where visitors regularly encounter the animals up close and often describe them as playful and curious. The most common caveat is that dolphin sightings are not guaranteed; whilst many travellers see dolphins from the boat, close underwater encounters are less predictable, though the tour operator offers a free return trip for those who do not see them, a guarantee that several reviewers appreciate.
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“Amazing experience”
The company delivered what it promised: dolphins swam beneath us and the relaxed seals swam around us in clear but very cold water. Take a pool noodle for the seal swim and two towels and warm clothes; Tilley explained everything clearly. Some pushy tourists left the toilets a mess, but we'll go again.
“Even if you don't get to see it all, this is still a great…”
Our afternoon seal swim was cancelled and the switch to the 3-hour swim was poorly communicated, but they moved us to the Sunday. I never saw dolphins underwater in poor visibility, though I saw them from the boat; the seal swim was wonderful, with curious seals circling me and a stingray below. Lunch was good, there's a hot shower, and I recommend it.
“Great experience well worth the money. Great service, nice…”
Two friends and I loved it. The staff were lovely, the boat roomy with toilets, a shower and a cafe, and lunch was included; in the cold they gave us thermal jackets over our wetsuits.
“Unique experience”
Friendly staff on a very nice trip. Swimming with the dolphins isn't always possible, but seeing them from the boat was still great, and the seals swam right around us.
“Great experience!!”
Friendly staff happy to answer questions, and good warm wetsuits. The dolphins were too shy to swim with that day, but we still saw a few.
“Dolphins and Seals”
The dolphins were hunting and only gave us a few seconds up close, though we saw lots from afar. At the seal island they swam right up to us, including a baby. The water was about 13 degrees and we were freezing afterwards, but it was worth it.
