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The Phillip Island Whale Season has finished for 2025
• Please note – This cruise departs from the San Remo Jetty, Please double check dates when booking
Set sail on a winter dolphin & whale adventure venturing past the sheer cliffs of Cape Woolamai and along Phillip Island’s attractive southern coastline. Search for Humpback and Southern Right Whales on their annual migration route. Be on the lookout for dolphin pods feeding and playing, with curious seals and a variety of birdlife including albatross regularly sighted in the area.
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- 3-hour Phillip Island southern coast cruise
- Whale & Dolphin sightings (expected 75% – not guaranteed)
- Regular seals and sea bird sightings
- Witness the sheer granite cliffs of Cape Woolamai
- Complimentary tea/coffee and cake
- Captain’s commentary
- Wildlife information and interpretation
- Licensed bar
Waitlist: To join a waitlist for booked-out dates, please fill out our waitlist form.
Please Note: This tour travels into open waters which may be choppy at times, taking motion sickness tablets is recommended.
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What a great tour, the staff was awesome 👏, friendly, informative and just nice people.
We had a lovely time sitting upstairs looking out to the rear of the boat. Nice scenery on the way to Seal Rocks.
When we got there the captain gave us an amazing commentary about the rocks, the history and of course the seals. We were up so close you could see them playing and socialising, the young one are very cute.
The captain did an awesome job of keeping us close to the action. The captain was a woman, of course she was very competent and knowledgeable.
What a pleasant surprise going on this tour unexpectedly and loving it.
She’s a lovely old boat. Great job Wildlife Coast Cruises❤️❤️👏👏👏

The weather was perfect, the ocean breeze was refreshing, and the views were absolutely stunning. But the real stars of the show? The adorable seals!
Watching them lounge on the rocks, dive into the water, and play around was such a fun experience. Some were even curious enough to swim close to the boat. Totally recommended!



The Brianna Lee was comfortable and clean and the captain and crew were very friendly, professional and accommodating.
The captains commentary throughout was interesting and informative, and we loved our encounters with pods of dolphins on both the outward and inward journeys, as well as our close up views of the amazing Skull Rock and the seal colonies on the nearby islands.
We thoroughly enjoyed our two hours at beautiful Refuge Cove where we were able to snorkel and swim in the clear aqua water as well as explore the beach and creek.
A truly memorable day!

We got to see Whales, Seals, Birds and some beautiful sites! I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone! Was worth every cent!
You can definitely make it the experience you want too, whether you choose to sit indoors or out, listen or read the information they have on board, speak with the crew to find out more info and whether you keep a look out for whales or sit back and smell the sea air!


Also, the cake they serve from a local cafe is delicious! There's toilets, coffee/tea, and snacks on board. Can bring your own food/drink as it's a 2 hour cruise.



Highlight for me was seal rocks and the close up of the Tern colony, it was just beautiful on the crisp sunny winter day.
The staff were very friendly & helpful & I would highly recommend this trip. Thank you.



My appreciation for my home state has improved so much, and the cruises facilitate such lovely views that it more than deserves a star spot in the itinerary of any tourist.

Told the crew to head back over 20 times but nobody’s listening. If you want to torture someone just recommend this trip! You can only see whale very very very far when it spill water. That’s it! Not recommended! Hell trip! I think I got PTSD! If you want to make yourself suffer, go for it!

They take safety seriously and there are a lot of people there making sure everyone are having a good and safe time.
We were very lucky to spot many dolphins, whales and even seals!
I wish I could upload a video as we could hear the whales noises too!
I highly recommend the experience!

They take safety seriously and there are a lot of people there making sure everyone are having a good and safe time.
We were very lucky to spot many dolphins, whales and even seals!
I wish I could upload a video as we could hear the whales noises too!
I highly recommend the experience!





The 2 hour trip was worth it, weather was perfect AND the ALL female staff were excellent.
BRETA Cohen


Staff was responsive in email too.
The 2-hour tour didn't too long. The crew was friendly and professional. The captain gave a very thorough presentation.
The cruise had 2 levels, with plenty of seats. Toilets on each level.
We stopped at the seal rock for more than 15min, which gave everyone plenty of time to take photos and videos.
On our way back to the pier, they had colouring activities sheets for the kids and also served cakes. The captain even invited all the kids to hold the "steering wheel".
Great experence for both kids and adults. A must go.

The scenery was spectacular, we saw a seal and sea birds nesting . We learned about the geography and local history of the area and I admired the captains respect for the animals and other people using the area . A very enjoyable morning




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The day commenced with our arrival at the jetty and watching the playful stingrays splashing at the water edge.
Then there was about 20 pelicans along the beach also.
???? the boat is very comfortable and the commentary informative.
It’s an excellent way to see some of the rugged Phillip Island coastline.
The staff are very friendly and helpful.
The trip takes you through to Bass Strait and again the boat was comfortable.
On return you arrive with plenty of time time to witness the pelican feeding. Again, another entertaining and enjoyable experience.
Following the pelican feeding it’s time for lunch and what better place than co-op fish and chips shop.
Yummy.
I recommend this trip


Had trouble hearing Andrew’s commentary over noise of boat but we loved it had a great day





The crew are fantastic, and look to the needs of the passengers, along with answering questions and the skippers (John or Andrew) giving commentary. There's also a marine expert to give information on the whales.
The whales are magnificent. I think I observed most behaviours that the whales perform. I'm in awe every time I see the whales. You might also see dolphins, seals and sea eagles along with other seabirds.
An experience not to be missed!


Thanks everyone, if you are questioning booking for them, please just do it. They will make your life better, kindness and knowledge are at the base of this experience. And the whales . Well, the whales are just unbelievable.









Thank you to the crew and captain you guys make peoples memories and days ????

Saw about 6 or 7 whales which was cool.
Ever if we had not have seen anything it still would have been an awesome experience anyway. The coastline & scenery down there is amazing & unless you have a boat & are familiar with the waters you'd probably never see it from this perspective.
Great trip.
Thoroughly enjoyed it & recommend it.
One tip, rug up, it's cold out there.




Managed to see around 5 whales, seals and dolphins.
Hopefully next time might get some close up action with the whales ????