Jet Boat Wildlife Coast Adventure

Description

This one-hour jet boat adventure is the first of its kind. Combine an enthralling, swell-jumping journey around the rugged south-west coast of Phillip Island with some awesome scenery! During your jet boat ocean adventure you'll also get to see an amazing abundance of wildlife, including fur seals.

After boarding the boat you will meet with our friendly, local crew, who will give you a safety briefing. First the captain warms up the motors in the bay, taking you through a series of twists and turns that will have you hanging on tight! Your destination is either Seal Rocks, Australia’s largest fur seal colony, or the picturesque Cape Woolamai, home of the famous pinnacles and granite quarry. Either destination will leave you blown away!

At Seal Rocks you'll drift amongst up to 12,000 fur seals who regularly swim over to the boat to have a closer look at YOU! The boat drifts within metres of the colony, enabling you to witness their natural environment up close. You’ll learn about these marine mammals and surrounding areas with commentary from your knowledgeable crew.

If you head to Cape Woolamai you are more than likely to spot a few friendly seals sunning themselves at the quarry or fishing on the this side of the island. After leaving Cowes jetty, take in the east side of the island, which includes the exclusive Silverleaves beach and the quaint fishing village of Rhyll with its amazing wetlands, where hundreds of black swans feed and nest.

Then its past historic Churchill Island and under the San Remo bridge. View this once bustling fishing port which still supports local fisherman. Then its out to the cape where you will be blown away by this unique secretive part of Phillip Island, with its towering pinnacles, dark caves and sheltered blue waters.

Make sure you take your camera to capture the old granite quarry, the huge cubes of stone cut and left years ago after the quarry unexpectedly ceased operation.

Whether its Seal Rocks or Cape Woolamai, you will then embark on some awesome swell jumping and surfing between the breakers as the captain cuts loose with skillful and safe precision!

Please Note: In the case of poor weather conditions Cape Woolamai tours will take the place of Seal Rocks tours.

Venue:

Phillip Island, Victoria – approximately 90 minutes south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Valid For:

1 person

Guidelines:

This experience is a high-speed adventure cruise. Children under 10 years of age are not permitted. If you currently suffer from any back or knee complaints, epilepsy, severe asthma, heart conditions, sea sickness or are pregnant, we strongly advise that you do not participate in this experience.

Numbers:

The price quoted is for one person. We operate with a maximum of 12 people on the boat.

Weather:

This experience may be affected by the weather. In the case of poor conditions Cape Woolamai tours will take the place of Seal Rocks tours. Otherwise, we reserve the right to cancel your experience and reschedule for later date.

Session Length:

Seals Rocks tours depart Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from Cowes Jetty at 2.30pm and from Rhyll jetty at 2.45pm. Cape Woolamai tours depart Sunday from Hastings marina at 12noon. The duration of both tours will be approximately 60 minutes. Boarding commences 20 minutes prior to departure.

Extra Info:

You’ll be required to sign a waiver prior to participating in the experience. The rigid inflatable boat is the same vessel used by many Police and Special Force units. It is fitted with padded, straddle seats with hand grips to keep you in comfort.

This experience voucher is valid for six months from date of purchase.