NATURE & WILDLIFE ACTIVITIES
Mornington Peninsula & Bellarine Peninsula Tourism Information

...see also our Tour Operators Page and for details about dolphin swims and seal viewing on Port Phillip Bay visit the Water Activities page

Mushroom Tours at Moorooduc Estate Moorooduc Western Port Mornington Peninsula Cameron Russell, mushroom enthusiast, will for the 15th year guide ramblers on how to distinguish between different varieties of Mushrooms, palatable and poisonous that can be found in the region. Join...

Sea Kayaking Tours Australia at Sorrento Availability & Online Booking with immediate confirmation powered by  Netbookings Sorrento Southern-Beachside Mornington Peninsula Sea kayak Sorrento and Portsea foreshore, and beyond. A great chance of seeing dolphins and lots of bird life. Relax at a secluded lunch spot and socialise with friends.

Bayplay Retreat Availability & Online Booking with immediate confirmation powered by  Netbookings Portsea Southern-Beachside Mornington Peninsula Bayplay activities include scuba diving, sea & surf kayaking, swimming with the dolphins & seals, horse riding, surfing, boat adventures, steam rooms, spas & baths and skydiving. Whatever your pleasure, Bayplay has something to offer.

Bayplay Lodge Availability & Online Booking with immediate confirmation powered by  Netbookings Sorrento Southern-Beachside Mornington Peninsula Bayplay activities include scuba diving, sea & surf kayaking, swimming with the dolphins & seals, horse riding, surfing, boat adventures, steam rooms, spas & baths and skydiving. Whatever your pleasure, Bayplay has something to offer.

Sea Kayaking Tours Australia at Mornington Availability & Online Booking with immediate confirmation powered by  Netbookings Mornington Northern Mornington Peninsula Sea kayak at Mornington (Mother beach) and escape the busy city or beach environment for a day. Explore the coast and relax at a secluded beach for lunch. Time for snorkeling, swimming and socialising. Lots of wild life to see along the way.

Rain Hayne & Shine Farmyard Balnarring Mornington Peninsula Enjoy 'hands' on experiences with a large variety of friendly farm animals to feed and cuddle. Hay rides, BBQ, tea, coffee and pony rides. Bring a picnic for a day suitable for all ages.

Arthurs Seat Maze Arthurs Seat Hinterland Mornington Peninsula Home to magical mazes & gardens, giant topiary creations and over 100 pieces of sculpture.

Ace Hi Ranch and Wildlife Park Cape Schanck Hinterland Mornington Peninsula Scenic trail rides, forest and ocean beach horse rides.

Escape the city Melbourne Cape Schank Mornington Peninsula The Peninsula highlights weekend is a relaxed all inclusive two days of exploring some of the well known and not so well known gems of the Mornington Peninsula. Accomodation is at the Cape Schank resort.

Talca Alpacas Moorooduc Northern Mornington Peninsula Alpaca breeding in all colours with imported and our own bred fine and super fine stud males.

The Park at Point Nepean Portsea Southern-Beachside Mornington Peninsula Walk it, bike it, ride it ... part of the Mornington Peninsula National Park. Bikes for hire, historic tunnels, defence forts, barbecues, picnic spots, ocean views, flora and fauna.

Cape Schanck Boardwalk Cape Schanck Hinterland Mornington Peninsula Open daily.

Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne Cranbourne Northern Mornington Peninsula The Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne is the ancestral home of the Mayone-Bulluk clan of the Boonerwurung people. The award winning 'Australian Garden' is where visitors can immerse themselves in Australian flora, landscapes, art and architecture. This amazing new garden features a gallery of exhibition gardens, sculpture and displays - all highlighting the beauty and diversity of our Australian landscape and featuring approximately 100,000 plants, including 1,000 trees, in 15 different landscape displays and exhibition gardens. Visitors can learn about how to use Australian plants at home, by talking to one of our Volunteer Master Gardeners, or by joining a tour with one of our knowledgeable guides. At the Boonerwurrung Café visitors can enjoy delicious snacks and meals, while taking in the views of the Australian Garden. Open 9am–5pm daily except Christmas Day and days of Total Fire Ban• (The bushland at Cranbourne is closed on days of total fire ban and on days of extreme fire danger, however the Australian Garden remains open on these days.)

Mornington Peninsula Walking Tours Blairgowrie Mornington Peninsula Exhilarating and informative guided walking tours of 1 to 5 days duration through the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.

French Island Eco Tours French Island Western Port Mornington Peninsula Quality, nature based tours to Victoria's French Island for individuals, schools and clubs.

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park Pearcedale Western Port Mornington Peninsula By day meet & feed friendly kangaroos, have your photo taken with a koala and enjoy interactive animal encounters. Dingoes, colourful birds, snakes & lizards. Bushfoods garden, wetlands & more...and by night enjoy lantern lit fully escorted tours and get close to endangered bettongs, gliders, quolls, kangaroos, koalas & owns. Open daily 11am-5pm (except Christmas Day). Tours most nights - bookings required.

Polperro Dolphin Swims Sorrento Southern-Beachside Mornington Peninsula Environmental tourism operation offering the opportunity to observe and swim with wild bottlenose dolphins in Port Phillip Bay. Departs from Sorrento pier.

Wildlife Coast Cruises Cowes Nearby Region - Phillip Island Seal Cruise and French Island cruise/tour packages. We are available for a variety of private charter cruises.

Stokesay Mohair Farm Pearcedale Western Port Mornington Peninsula Established in 1995, home to one of Australia’s largest herds of rare coloured mohair goats as well as over a hundred traditional white angoras.

Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens Shoreham Mornington Peninsula Australia's oldest & largest hedge maze with year round flowering lavender gardens. 25 acres of world acclaimed gardens with the world's firsst circular rose maze and home of the 'Great Ashcombe Gnome Hunt'. Licensed cafe overlooking the gardens. Open 10am-5pm Daily (except Christmas Day)

Western Port Heritage Cruises Hastings Western Port Mornington Peninsula For corporate, weddings or private charter, join Captain Rankin on Western Port Cruises and wine and dine in comfort and charm.

Queenscliff Dive Centre Queenscliff Bellarine Peninsula Victoria's Premier Dive Centre located right on the Port Phillip National Marine Park.

The Briars Park Mt Martha Northern Mornington Peninsula The Briars Park is the Mornington Peninsula's foremost property, a truly representative Cultural Landscape. Important to the Boonerwrung Aborigines and one of the first pastoral 'runs' on the Peninsula. Today the Park is a working farm, heritage listed side and wildlife reserve.

Boneo Maze & Wetlands Fingal Hinterland Mornington Peninsula Get lost in the maze with central viewing platform then continue along the boardwalk winding through the unique 15 acres of swamp & wetlands stopping to view the native wildlife, ancient tea-tree and themed cubby house. During summer walk with the butterflies on the Buddleia walk. Garden chess, draughts and other lawn games complemented by tall shady trees - perfect for family picnics. Tearooms & Puzzle Gift Shop. Open daily from 10am - Closed Christmas Day.

French Island Tours with Lois Airs French Island Western Port Mornington Peninsula Tours are available for individuals, groups, clubs or schools. You can tailor your tour to suit you or your group's time and budget.

Moonraker Dolphin Swims Sorrento Southern-Beachside Mornington Peninsula Operates out of Sorrento 112km south of Melbourne, in the sheltered shallows of Port Phillip Bay.

Coolart Wetlands & Homestead Somers Western Port Mornington Peninsula Magnificent late Victorian mansion situated on the shores of Westernport. In the superb grounds are ever-changing wetlands that you can view from the observatory, and a lagoon where thousands of Australian white ibis nest every year. 10am-5pm daily except Christmas Day, New Years Day & Good Friday - Entry fee applies.

French Island Llama Experience French Island Western Port Mornington Peninsula Enjoy beautiful coastal views while walking your llama who will carry your gourmet lunch featuring Australian olive oils and local wines, to a hillside spot overlooking Bass Strait. Groups of 2 to 6.

McLeod Eco Farm French Island Western Port Mornington Peninsula 270 ha organic farm set amongst an 11,000 ha national park. Secluded beach, pristine lake, 9-hole golf course, historical old prison, walking & cycling tracks, wild koalas and farm animals.