Phillip Island Seal Watching Cruise
- Experience an up-close encounter with thousands of seals at Australia’s largest fur seal colony
- See the famous Seal Rocks, situated 2km off the rugged south-west coast of Phillip Island
- The boat drifts within meters of the seals, allowing some of the inquisitive and friendly ones to swim close to you
- Be enthralled by the beautiful coastline and learn all about the history of Phillip Island’s western shoreline along the way
What to expect
Come aboard a two-hour wildlife cruise off the rugged coast of Phillip Island and encounter thousands of seals at Australia's largest fur seal colony, Seal Rocks! Be enthralled at the sight and sound of 5,000+ fur seals close up as your boat drifts in the shelter of Bass Strait. Watch the seals lounging on the rocks and swimming in the bays, or take photos of them basking in the sun or popping their heads out of the water near your boat. While admiring the adorable creatures in their natural environment, take in the fascinating scenic coastline of the island. Capture images of the waves breaking in the mouth of the famous Nobbies Cave and the island's flora and fauna. After spending some time with seals, begin your relaxed journey back to shore as you indulge in the complimentary tea or coffee!




Reviews
The crew was very friendly and helpful, taking good care of everyone, especially those who were feeling unwell. The waves were quite large, making it easy to get seasick. There were plenty of seals to see, which was spectacular.
is a great experience but basically it just ferry you to the seal location to observe what the seals are doing, most of them just laying there dead. is quiet a distance away and you need a super telephoto lens with at least 300mm to get a close up shots. coffee and tea with biscuit and cakes are provided. sea sick medicine is recommended.
great experience! had close encounter with the seals. Captain and crew are very informative. watch out for some dolphins when your kn the way to the seal rock. Stand at below deck at lest side to see the seals closer
Well worth the trip! It was really touching to see images that looked like something you could only see on the Animal Planet channel. The island is full of seals 🦭 they are really relaxing! I hope they can live peacefully without being disturbed. We also saw two dolphins during the voyage. It was a lucky day.
Safety: May be canceled due to weather conditions. Location: It's very windy out at sea, so we recommend sitting indoors. You can go outside to take photos once we arrive. Experience: It's fantastic, a must-visit if you enjoy ecological activities.
I joined the afternoon tour and the sea was relatively calm, except for the area known as the washing machine. Before departure, it was best to buy ginger tablets at the meeting point to prevent seasickness (1 yuan per tablet). The captain will try to moor as close to the seal as possible. If you choose the lower level, the seal will actively swim close to the boat. It is not afraid of strangers at all and you can observe it from close range.
It was a great experience to see the seals up close. It was so nice to see the seals huddling together and playing. The tea and coffee provided on the boat were also great.
This experience was one of the best on our entire trip and therefore deserves 5 stars in all categories! From the transport on a well-equipped ship with very friendly staff to the trip to the Seals Rocks and observing the seals up close, everything was perfect. And the price is great too. The only thing is that the trip itself on the sea is often very shaky because there are a lot of waves. But that's not anyone's fault. Clearly recommended if you're on Phillip Island
the tour was very arranged with pre-event email warning about the forecasted weather and sea condition. The crew really took care of all of us especially for those with sea sick (it was a very choppy morning). The seals were amazing and an unforgetable experience.
Fun and enjoyable cruise ride! Crew onboard were really friendly and approachable. The guide also shared many information other than the seals itself.
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