Do I need prior paddleboarding experience?

No prior experience is needed—guides provide comprehensive lessons and support throughout the paddle.

What is the group size?

Groups typically range from 6 to 12 participants, ensuring personalized attention and a social atmosphere.

Yes, a picnic lunch with local produce is included in the itinerary, along with wine tastings.

Can I do this trip year-round?

The trip is available year-round, but spring through fall offers the best weather conditions for water and hiking activities.

Is transportation provided?

Participants must arrange their own transportation to the meeting point in Fingal.

Are thermal hot springs suitable for children?

The experience is recommended for ages 16 and up due to the length and nature of activities.

Ultimate Mornington Peninsula Adventure: SUP, Hiking, Wine & Hot Springs

Set on the rugged fringes of Australia’s Mornington Peninsula, the Peninsula Paddle Pinot & Pools offers an exhilarating daylong escape packed with water, wilderness, and indulgence. Just an hour’s drive southeast of Melbourne, this nine-hour guided journey highlights the peninsula’s diverse landscapes—crashing surf, secluded beaches, native bushland, and thermal mineral springs—wrapped in a seamless blend of adventure and relaxation. Your day begins with a stand-up paddleboarding lesson tailored for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike. Glide across the gently lapping waters, framed by soaring coastal cliffs and scattered wildflowers unique to Victoria’s temperate climate. The expert guides coach you on technique before you set off under clear blue skies. Once aboard your board, take in the vistas of rugged sandstone outcrops and native coastal scrub, alive with calls of native birds like crimson rosellas and kookaburras. Following the paddle, your group embarks on a scenic bushwalk through dense eucalyptus forest, winding down to an isolated beach untouched by crowds. This hike reveals local flora such as coastal banksias and wild wattles, where you can pause to spot shy wallabies or sea birds feeding along the shore. The hidden cove’s tranquility makes a perfect spot for a picnic, where local cheeses and fresh seasonal produce complement panoramic ocean views. After refueling, the adventure transitions to a curated wine tasting experience featuring varietals grown nearby—cool-climate pinot noirs and crisp chardonnays from legendary Mornington Peninsula vineyards. Finally, melt away tension in mineral-rich thermal hot springs, whose warm waters are naturally heated by geothermal activity and famed for rejuvenating sore muscles and calming the mind. This trip stands out as an integrated experience unlike any other in the Mornington Peninsula region—a blend of physical activity, nature immersion, and sensory delight all in one day. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who savor water sports, hiking, and local gastronomy, the itinerary embraces sustainable tourism principles by partnering with ecological operators dedicated to preserving this valuable coastline. Fingal serves as the gateway city, offering charming accommodations and access to surrounding wineries and beaches. Whether you come with friends or family, Peninsula Paddle Pinot & Pools invites you to connect deeply with one of Australia’s finest coastal playgrounds, delivering both challenge and indulgence in equal measure.

Difficulty

moderate.

Duration

9 hours.

Fitness level

Participants should have moderate fitness to enjoy paddleboarding, hiking, and winery walking comfortably.

Wildlife

Crimson rosella parrots
Eastern grey kangaroos

History

Mornington Peninsula has a rich Indigenous heritage, home to the Boon Wurrung people, with many cultural sites along the coast.

Conservation

Operators follow strict environmental guidelines to minimize impact on coastal ecosystems and promote sustainable tourism practices.

Wild Adventures Melbourne is an adventure tour operator based in McCrae, Victoria. The company offers a curated selection of guided outdoor experiences across the Mornington Peninsula, the Victorian Alps and Gippsland Lakes. Trips include Private Adventure Tour, The Great Alpine & Lakes Adventure, Adventure Picnics, SUP & Snorkel Safari Adventure, and Peninsula Paddle Pinot & Pools. Each itinerary focuses on outdoor exploration and local produce. Guests can expect personalized attention on private tours, alpine activities such as skiing and snowshoeing, wildlife viewing and whale watching in coastal areas, guided paddleboarding and snorkeling on sheltered waterways, and bushwalks to secluded picnic spots. The five-day Great Alpine & Lakes Adventure features skiing at Mount Hotham, kayaking, hot springs access in Metung, and regional food experiences. Wild Adventures Melbourne emphasizes small-group and private formats described in its trip summaries and highlights eco-friendly, nature-based routes around Mornington Peninsula and Gippsland. Guides accompany guests on water-based excursions and guided walks; trip descriptions specify expert-led elements for safety and local knowledge. The operator lists a variety of trip lengths from morning SUP sessions to nine-hour full-day Peninsula adventures and multi-day alpine itineraries. For planning and booking, travellers can select experiences aligned with activity level and duration. Trip summaries provide clear expectations about each offering. Based in McCrae, Victoria, Wild Adventures Melbourne connects visitors with regional landscapes, wildlife and local food while delivering guided, nature-focused outdoor experiences. Booking information and availability appear with each trip summary to help travellers choose dates and prepare for conditions and safety.

Base locationFingal, Victoria

Tours offered5+

Specialtywater-activities

StewardshipLeave No Trace