Activities & Charters
Seaplane Scenic Flights
View the beautiful coastal beaches from Williamstown to Port Phillip Bay, passing over Portarlington, Queenscliff and the heads to Portsea and stopping at the Sorrento pier.
Tel/Fax: +61 3 9547-4454 / 9397-5388 / 0418 688 388
www.seaplane.com.au
Golfing
Recognised as one of the finest golfing regions in Australia, the Mornington Peninsula Boasts 18 courses in magnificent coastal and rural settins. Moonah Links was selected as the venue for the 2003 and 2005 Australian Open and The Dunes has been ranked Australia's number one public access course and the best links course in this country. Golfing does not get much better than this. We are blessed with some of the world's best natural golfing terrain, with sand-hills creating perfect contours and rapidly draining soils providing superb year-round play.
Horse Riding
Ride along a bush track to beautiful beaches, where the surf pounds the sand and feel the sea-spray on your face as the horses canter alsong the edge of the waves.
+61 3 5988-6755
www.gunnamatta.com.au
Arthurs Seat Maze
Tourism Award Winner. Features 3 separate mazes, themed gardens, indigenous sculpture park and alfresco cafe and animal nursery.
+61 3 5981-8449
www.arthursseatmaze.com.au
Rip Charters Fishing Trips
At Rip Charters, we’re fishing all year round, our speciality is following the seasons to suit the best catch of the day. Troll for Salmon or try casting for some Big Red Snapper, anyone can do it. Or if it’s the big ones you’re after, our ocean swells are home to Sharks, such as Mako, Blue Whaler and Threshers. Whiting, Squid and various other reef fish are common among our catch. The variety will astound you. We know the waters of Port Phillip Bay and Bass Strait. These are our fishing grounds, so we know where they hide!
+61 3 5985-6968
www.ripcharters.com.au
Polperro Dolphin Swims
Observe and swim with wild bottlenose dolphins in Port Phillip Bay or swim with the seals.
Vessel departs Sorrento pier daily at 8.30am and 1.30pm.
+61 3 5988-8437
www.polperro.com.au
Walking Tours
Take an exhilarating and informative walk through the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Enjoy breath-taking views of Bass Strait, Port Phillip Bay and discover a diverse range of landscapes. Delight in identifying numerous species of birds and wildlife, varied vegetation and wild flowers with experienced professional walkers.
We explore the wonderful pockets of wilderness that nature provides.
For information call +61 3 5984-4484
www.mornpenwalks.com.au
Snorkel & Dive with Dragons
Venture into the underwater world and take a Guided Eco Snorkel Tour to the unique Weedy Sea Dragon Colony in Port Phillip Bay. Get a taste for snorkeling in a relaxed coastal setting with the chance to discover and learn about a variety of interesting marine life.
Your snorkel experience will begin with our highly experienced and professional guide demonstrating the basics of snorkeling skills whilst introducing you to the equipment provided. Following a comprehensive demonstration including equipment usage and terminology, in-water communication, snorkel and free diving skills and information on the marine life you can expect to encounter - its time to go snorkeling!
Mesmerising marine life such as beautiful soft corals, sponge life, Hermit Crabs, Spine Globe Puffer Fish, Star Gazers and unique, highly sought after Weedy Sea Dragons are sure to amaze.
At all times throughout the tour your guide will have a positive floatation device on hand for maximum safety and comfort.
For information and pricing call + 61 3 5988-0188
www.bayplay.com.au
Truemans Road Golf Range
The place to learn golf, improve your game or just enjoy a hit.
From top quality mats, in both open and covered bays, you aim up a picturesque, tree-flanked valley. There are distance markers up to 250m.
Clubs can be hired at a nominal price and are free to children.
There are 2 professional golfers teaching at the range, available for private or group lessons.
Coaching clinics by appointment.
357 Truemans Road Fingal.
Melway Reference 169 D11
+61 3 5988-6644
www.golfrange.com.au
Sea Kayaking Tours
Sea kayaking is a fantastic way to explore the pristine Mornington Peninsula coastline. The sand is clean and the water crystal. This is the perfect place to launch a kayak and glide across the translucent blue of Port Phillip Bay and when dolphins and seals surface just metres from your kayak it really brings home what a wonderful place the Peninsula is.
Tours begin with a briefing covering terminology, equipment use, skills and safety procedures. Our highly experienced guides also educate kayakers on the marine life and points of interest likely to be encountered.
Your guide will lead you via the picturesque hilltop mansions, paddle past timeless sailing boats and marinas, serene bays and inlets, sharing expert knowledge on the history and typography of the area.
The tour is around 14kms which takes approximately 2 hours to paddle with a break for refreshments.
For information and pricing call + 61 3 5988-0188
www.bayplay.com.au