Wildlife Coast Cruises · 86 Lewis St, Port Welshpool
Six hours on the water from Port Welshpool along the wild coast of Wilsons Promontory, looking for humpback and southern right whales on their migration, with seals, dolphins and albatrosses in between. Pick it for the time at sea: a small boat of up to 20, a captain who knows where to look, and lunch while you watch the water.
You meet the boat at Wildlife Coast Cruises, 86 Lewis Street, Port Welshpool, near Wilsons Promontory. There is no transfer from Melbourne on this listing, so plan to drive down and check the departure time for your date. The cruise lasts 6 hours with a standard group of up to 20 people, and the captain gives commentary the whole way.
All 6 hours are on the water. The boat runs along the Prom's coastline past Rabbit Island, Sealers Cove and Refuge Cove, and searches for humpback and southern right whales. Visit Gippsland says whales can be seen from Gippsland between May and November, and the listing quotes a 90% success rate for whale sightings. Between whales, guests report dolphins, Australian fur seals and seabirds, and the listing names shy albatrosses among them.
Included, per the listing: the 6-hour cruise, morning tea, tea and coffee, and a homemade lunch. The cruise is not suitable for children under 4 or wheelchair users. It runs subject to weather and minimum numbers; if the operator cancels for either, you can move to another date or take a full refund. A friendly tip: bring a hat, gloves and one layer more than you think you need for time on the open deck.
Board at 86 Lewis Street, Port Welshpool. Check the departure time for your date.
Morning tea, tea and coffee as the boat heads out along the Prom's granite coast.
Remote beaches and islands from the water, with the captain watching for blows and fins.
A homemade lunch while the boat follows whatever the whales are doing.
Further down the coast past Refuge Cove, with dolphins, seals and seabirds along the way.
★★★★★One of the most amazing experiences of my life, I could not believe how close the whales came to the boat! It was truly magical getting to see them play in the water and the crew were all so lovely and helpful, the onboard marine biologist was a legend too! Will definitely be back!
★★★★★the experience was wonderful. the volume of wildlife we encountered was fabulous. nothing could really prepare you for the close proximity of the whales and what seemed their genuine curiosity and engagement with their peers and us as observers.
★★★★★We were lucky to have a beautiful 18 degree sunny day, and the whales entertained us for hours, getting right up close to the boat! The crew were sensational, friendly, and knowledgeable. Enjoyed lunch as well. Highly recommend
★★★★★Fantastic!! Saw lots of whales and dolphins. Also spectacular coastal scenery and lots of seabirds. Loved every minute of it.
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Visit Gippsland says whales pass Gippsland between May and November, humpbacks and southern rights among them. This cruise runs in spring, September to November per Wildlife Coast Cruises: check the dates on sale.
It starts from $179 per person on GetYourGuide, including morning tea, tea and coffee and a homemade lunch, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
From Wildlife Coast Cruises at 86 Lewis Street, Port Welshpool. Transport there is not included, so most guests drive.
Not on every trip, but the listing quotes a 90% success rate for whale sightings in season, and guests often report dolphins, seals and seabirds as well.
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Six hours along the Prom's coast looking for whales, with lunch on board, September to November.
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