See Wineglass Bay from the water on a 4.5-hour eco-cruise from Coles Bay. Glide past pink granite cliffs, white sand coves and abundant marine life while guides explain Freycinet’s geology and ecology.
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The boat slips from Coles Bay and the peninsula stretches out like a granite promise: sheer pink granite cliffs drop to white crescent beaches, and the sea widens into a bowl that frames Wineglass Bay. Onboard the Schouten Passage II you ride the currents that have carved the Freycinet coastline for millennia, skimming past sculpted headlands and beaches seen by few from the land.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires ability to board a small vessel and remain seated or stand on deck for periods.
Wildlife
History
Freycinet’s coast records both Palawa Aboriginal occupancy and later European sealing and surveying; the granite features came into view as sea levels and erosion shaped the peninsula.
Conservation
Freycinet is a protected national park; stay on guided cruises and follow instructions to minimize wildlife disturbance and avoid disembarking in sensitive areas.
Reserve your spot on the Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers with a windproof outer
Even on sunny days the ocean spray and coastal wind can be chilly; a windbreaker and mid-layer keep you comfortable on deck.
Bring binoculars and a camera with a zoom
Wildlife sightings—dolphins, seals, whales and seabirds—are common; binoculars increase your chances of detailed viewing.
Take seasickness precautions
If you’re prone to motion sickness, use medication or acupressure bands before boarding and choose a midship seat for the smoothest ride.
Sun protection and reusable water bottle
UV reflects off the water; bring sunscreen, a hat and enough water for the trip if lunch isn’t selected.
Windproof jacket
Blocks spray and coastal wind to keep you warm on deck.
Binoculars
Helps spot dolphins, seals and distant whales from the boat.
Sunscreen and hat
Protects from strong UV reflected off the water during daytime cruises.
summer
Sea-sickness remedy or wristbands
Useful for passengers sensitive to motion on choppy days.