Moonraker Cruises

Australian Fur Seals
Swim with wild dolphins
Shallow clear water
Fun for all ages
Moonraker Vessel
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About

Moonraker Cruises is Australia's most awarded eco adventure company specialising in unique wildlife experiences located on the scenic Mornington Peninsula. The company offers a range of marine wildlife activities including sightseeing and swimming with wild dolphins, Australian fur seals and Weedy Sea Dragons all within the shelters of Port Phillip Bay.

Moonraker Cruises is a family-owned business operating for over 35 years, and its purpose-built luxury vessels are maintained to the highest level, featuring upper and lower sun decks, undercover lounge areas, large glass windows, spacious bathrooms and an onboard bar and cafe.

Tour with Moonraker Cruises for a wild dolphin and seal experience unlike any other in the world that takes visitors on remarkable wildlife adventures. People of all ages and swimming abilities can join the dolphins in their natural habitat, get up close and snorkel with the Australian Fur Seals, discover the wonders of Popes Eye Marine Park and witness Victoria's marine emblem, the extraordinary Weedy Sea Dragon, all within the waters of Port Phillip Bay.

What's Available

8 features
ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia

Available Tours

Australian Fur Seals

Dolphin and Seal Swim Cruise - 3 hours

Feel the thrill of snorkelling with wild dolphins and Australian fur seals on an all inclusive snorkelling cruise from to coastal town of Sorrento 90 mins south of Melbourne. Discover the picturesque Mornington Peninsula, put on your snorkelling equipment and meet the playful Australian Fur Seals and snorkel with the resident wild Dolphins. Cruise includes snorkelling equipment, lunch and snacks.

Snorkelling at Chinaman's Hat

Snorkel with the Seals and Seadragons - 2 hours

Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Mornington Peninsula coastline before embarking on an unforgettable aquatic adventure. This two-hour tour offers two unique wildlife encounters: swim alongside playful Australian Fur Seals and snorkel above lush kelp gardens in search of the elusive Weedy Seadragon, Victoria's iconic marine creature. Your journey begins in the calm, shallow waters of Port Phillip Bay at Chinaman's Hat, a special platform where over 100 resident seals bask in the sun. Curious juvenile seals gather around the boat, eager to interact and swim with you. Keep an eye out for majestic Smooth Rays gliding gracefully along the sandy seabed below. The adventure continues at a second snorkelling site, home to the enchanting Weedy Seadragon. Drift above swaying kelp forests and spot these rare, camouflaged creatures moving gently through their natural environment. With so much fascinating marine life to discover, this is one of the most immersive wildlife tours in Port Phillip Bay. Your cruise ticket covers everything—lunch, snacks, drinks, marine park fees, and taxes. Please note: This activity is suitable for guests who can swim and have water confidence.

Deals & Offers

Season Opening Sale 20% off
Featured Deal

Season Opening Sale 20% off

Celebrate Spring with 20% off. To celebrate the start of the season, all public tours are 20% off. This applies to the 3 hour Dolphin and Seal Swim, 2 hour Seal and Sea Dragon Snorkel, 1.5 hour Scenic Wildlife Cruise and Wildlife and Hot Springs experiences. Use code SILVERFIN at booking to get your 20% off. Everything is included - lunch, snacks, hot drinks, all your gear, and onboard hot refreshments. And yes, Moonraker's dolphin sighting guarantee still stands.

All equipment for the activities and cruise adventure. Refreshments and lunch if joining a swim/snorkel cruise. Dolphin guarantee if joining the 3 hour Dolphin and Seal snorkel cruise.
Sale ends 30 November 2026Inclusions: See website
Terms & Conditions

Redemption and travel must be within the advertised dates of 1 October and 30 November 2026.

Reviews & Ratings

Jenny Bates

Jenny Bates

Google review

Well, this would have to be the worst Dolphin, Seal cruise I have ever been on. Would have loved to have swam with the seals but at $240 for the pleasure, I don't think so. Should not be swim tour & sightseers as well, one or the other, not both. $120 for the pleasure of, not having enough space on the boat for everyone to be comfortable. The seals of course were amazing and all of the crew on board were lovely and hard working. What a job, getting to swim with Seals and Dolphins every day. Wow. The captain was great, and the Dolphin's were amazing. We got lucky and there were lots of Dolphins, wanting to play and show off there amazing abilities. Had a good day out, would have been made better if the swimming with the dolphins and seals was more affordable. Not that I don't have the money, just not spending close to $500 for hubby and myself to have a swim. Moonraker are making a motsa on these cruises and could do better.

Where you'll be

Esplanade Road

Sorrento VIC 3943