St Kilda Ferry Cruises
Highlights
- Sail across Port Phillip Bay on the Coastal Flyer for stunning views of Melbourne's skyline and coastline.
- Relax at Williamstown's foreshore cafés while soaking up maritime history dating back to 1837.
- Experience the thrill of St Kilda's beach and Luna Park, perfect for fun-seekers of all ages.
- Join the Sunset Penguin Cruise to witness Little Penguins returning home at St Kilda Pier each evening.
Enjoy a sail across Port Phillip Bay aboard St Kilda Ferry’s vessel the “Coastal Flyer”. See Melbourne from a completely different perspective and take plenty of photos while you travel to one of three stunning destinations – Williamstown, Port Melbourne or St Kilda.
In Williamstown, relax in a café or bar along the foreshore and soak up the proud maritime history dating back to 1837. Prepare for fun in St Kilda, head to the beach, experience live music in open spaces, or feel the thrill on the rides at Luna Park. In Port Melbourne, take a leisurely stroll along the palm-lined path and be amazed by the architect-designed houses and the high-rise apartments overlooking Port Phillip Bay.
The cruise between Williamstown and St Kilda is 25-30 minutes each way. The cruise between Williamstown and Port Melbourne is 15-20 minutes each way. You can choose a Return trip or a One-Way trip.
Come aboard The Sunset Penguin Cruise for an unforgettable opportunity to view Little Penguins that live in the St Kilda Pier rock wall. This cruise is one-hour duration.
The Coastal Flyer vessel has the capacity to carry four bicycles – please book over the phone to confirm the details.
The Coastal Flyer departs from Gem Pier when leaving Williamstown, Beacon Cove when leaving Port Melbourne and from St Kilda Pier when departing St Kilda.
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Sunset Penguin Cruise
The St Kilda breakwater is home to nearly 1,500 Little Penguins. Each night, after a big day of fishing, rafts of these incredible little creatures swim back home, climb up onto the rockwall, and nestle in their burrows for the night.
Come aboard the St Kilda Ferry Sunset Penguin Cruise, and witness this magical experience with commentary from knowledgeable crew. Enjoy this with the breathtaking backdrop of the sun setting over Port Phillip Bay – most definitely something to write home about!
St Kilda Ferry Sunset Penguin Cruises depart from St Kilda Pier approximately 15 minutes before sunset. Alternatively, there is the option for pick up/drop off at Gem Pier Williamstown. Cruise departure times and days vary depending on the season and weather conditions. Be sure to check the website for the most up to date information.
St Kilda Ferry values environmental sustainability and practices ecotourism by prioritising the wellbeing of the penguins and other marine life. Dogs, fishing gear and white torches are not permitted on Penguin cruises.
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