Board at Sorrento Pier for a two-hour snorkel that pairs playful Australian fur seals with the elusive weedy seadragon amid kelp forests. Expect short boat transfers, wetsuits and guided safety briefings — this is a close, curated marine encounter on the Mornington Peninsula.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The boat noses out from Sorrento Pier and the cold spray catches the light; Port Phillip Bay opens like a quiet room where seals surface to inspect new visitors. In shallow water off Chinaman’s Hat, juvenile Australian fur seals thread through the kelp, curious and quick, while the skiff rocks gently and guides brief the group. Later, the kelp forests at the seadragon site sway like slow hands and, if you watch closely, a weedy seadragon drifts into view—ornate, ghostly and designed to vanish.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Comfortable swimmer with basic snorkel endurance; able to enter/exit a small boat and tread water.
Wildlife
History
The Mornington Peninsula’s coastline has long been significant to the Boon Wurrung people and later maritime traffic; local reefs and bays were historically used for fishing and small-boat navigation.
Conservation
These waters are managed to reduce disturbance to marine life — do not feed or touch wildlife, use reef-safe products and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the 2 hour Seals & Seadragon Swim today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wetsuit comfort
Wetsuits are provided but bring a thin thermal layer for between-water comfort; getting cold can shorten your enjoyment.
Respect wildlife distance
Do not touch or chase seals or seadragons; guides will advise on appropriate approach distances to reduce stress on animals.
Hydrate and fuel
Lunch and hot drinks are included, but hydrate before boarding and eat a light meal to avoid seasickness.
Motion-sickness prep
If you’re prone to seasickness, take preventative medication before boarding; short transfers still have chop in wind.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cool bay waters and extends time in the water.
fall
Mask and snorkel
A well-fitting mask prevents leaks and improves your chances of spotting camouflaged seadragons.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine life when on-deck between swims.
summer
Waterproof camera or GoPro
Capture underwater moments without removing yourself from the experience.