Do I need to print my ticket or is a mobile ticket accepted?

A mobile ticket is fine. Simply show your booking confirmation on your phone when you board at The Jetty.

Will I definitely see seals?

Seal Rocks is home to a permanent colony of thousands of Australian fur seals, so sightings are virtually certain. Wildlife behaviour is always natural and unscripted, but the colony is there year-round.

Is the cruise suitable for young children?

Yes — the cruise is a popular choice for families. Children should be supervised on deck, and it is worth bringing a warm layer for younger ones as sea breezes can be cool.

What should I wear or bring?

Dress in layers; even on warm days it can be noticeably cooler on the water. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen and a camera. Refreshments are provided on board.

Where exactly does the cruise depart from?

The cruise departs from The Jetty on The Esplanade in Cowes, Phillip Island. Cowes is roughly 140 km southeast of Melbourne city centre.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Please check the cancellation policy shown at checkout for the specific window that applies to your booking date.

Phillip Island Seal Watching Cruise

4.2Popular choice · in high demand

Duration

2 hours

Cancellation

Free cancellation 24hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Two-hour seal watching cruise

Coffee and tea

Afternoon tea

Not included

Transport to/from Cowes

Gratuities

Meeting point

The Jetty, The Esplanade, Cowes VIC, Australia

Head to The Jetty on The Esplanade in Cowes. Present your booking confirmation — mobile or printed — to the crew before boarding.

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What to bring

Booking confirmation (mobile ticket accepted)
Warm layer — it can be breezy on the water
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Camera or phone for photos

Good to know

DurationApproximately 2 hours

Suitable forFamilies, couples, solo travellers, wildlife enthusiasts

Departure pointThe Jetty, Cowes, Phillip Island

Know before you go

Wear layers — sea breezes make it cooler on the water than on land

The cruise visits a wild colony; animal behaviour cannot be guaranteed or controlled

Cowes is approximately 140 km from Melbourne — allow enough travel time

Arrive at The Jetty a few minutes before your scheduled departure

Phillip Island Seal Watching Cruise

Phillip Island Seal Watching Cruise

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