Top Victoria Coffee Cruises

Each winter, the waters around Cape Woolamai and Phillip Island play host to thousands of humpback and southern right whales. This whale watching cruise takes you to the heart of their migration route to maximize your chances of glimpsing them—difficult to do from land. On the way, keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, seals, and even an occasional albatross circling the skies above.

Discover Melbourne’s history and highlights on this guided Yarra River cruise. Float past the city’s towering skyscrapers and lovely urban gardens while learning about the transformation of this vibrant city from 19th-century port town to a modern cultural capital. Your sightseeing cruise takes you upriver and downriver for a scenic overview of attractions on both banks.

Discover the natural delights of Phillip Island with an eco-tour from Melbourne. See the iconic Brighton Beach bathing boxes, visit the beach and take some time to admire these historic landmarks. Head to the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park for an up-close encounter with kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, and other native Australian wildlife. Finish the day at a local beach where you can watch hundreds of some of the world's tiniest penguins waddle out of the ocean and across the sand to their burrows.

Discover the rugged mountains and wildflower valleys of the Grampians National Park on this full-day tour from Melbourne—no need to tackle local roads yourself. Once there, learn about Aboriginal culture, have lunch in Halls Gap (own expense), then climb to the Boroka Lookout for fantastic views of the Mt. William and Serra Ranges. Hike to see the dramatic Balconies, view the idyllic Mackenzie Falls, and spot wild kangaroos roaming through the valleys.

Enjoy a 6-hour catamaran tour of The Prom. Sail to Wilsons Promontory National Park and marvel at humpback whales as they migrate south with their calves. See the historic lighthouse, Refuge Cove, and Waterloo Bay. This cruise includes morning tea and a delicious lunch. The boat features indoor and outdoor decks for passengers’ comfort.

Explore the coastal wilderness of the Wilsons Promontory National Park on this full-day cruise by catamaran. While looking out for wildlife such as eagles and dolphins, cruise by landmarks like Skull Rock, Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse, Glennie Island, and the Kanowna Island seal sanctuary. Anchor at Refuge Cove for a delicious on-board lunch and cool off with a swim and snorkel or relax on a white-sand beach.

Let a professional be your designated driver on this great-value guided wine tasting tour of the beautiful Yarra Valley. Sample wines at four carefully selected wineries; savor a 2-course lunch with a glass of wine; and taste artisan chocolates at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Enjoy plenty of photo stops along the way to capture the memories of your day out.