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Nature Lovers Bay Cruise – Kids Go Free > Departing and returning from Docklands every Tuesday, these cruises are the way to experience Port Phillip Bay from a different angle. These 2.5-hour cruises aboard a modern 35-meter catamaran offers a fantastic opportunity to experience the beauty of the bay and its abundant marine life. As you set sail across to Portarlington and back, you’ll have the chance to relax and enjoy the stunning scenery that surrounds you, with the spacious catamaran providing a comfortable vantage point for taking in the sights.

A new package for Bellarine locals on one select Tuesday per month. Start your day in Portarlington and step aboard the ferry for a relaxed cruise across the bay and enjoy a light morning tea as you cruise to Melbourne. Settle into big, comfortable seating, and enjoy the kind of views that make you slow down and switch off for a while. As you glide into Docklands, you’ve got a little time to ease into the day. Stretch your legs, grab a bite to eat at the ferry terminal, or simply sit back and watch the boats roll through Victoria Harbour. Then it’s time for your second cruise > Read More

All-Year Entertainment Cruises > Held on select Tuesday’s during the year. Get ready for a year of fun, laughter, and great music on board our themed cruises! Departing from Docklands and Portarlington, these lively short cruises celebrate everything from Rock’n Roll afternoons to festive holiday cruises—each one different, and all just as fun as the last. Whether it’s Christmas in July, toe-tapping retro tunes, or Seniors Month celebrations, you’ll be treated to an uplifting cruise experience that blends stunning scenery with unforgettable live entertainment.

Taylor Swift Singalong Cruises Are Back. Tuesday 22 September 2026. Mums and Dads, this one’s for you. After a year off the water, our hugely popular Taylor Swift Singalong Cruises are back for the April school holidays, and they’re ready to sparkle brighter than ever. Step aboard our spacious 35-metre catamaran and set sail along the Yarra River for 90 minutes of non-stop Tay Tay hits. With big comfortable seats, plenty of room to move, and an onboard café and bar for mum and dad, it’s the perfect mix of fun for the kids and relaxation for parents.

Junior Captain Adventure Cruise. Tuesday 29 September 2026. These School Holidays, Swap Screen Time for Adventure Time. These winter holidays, kids can become an Official Port Phillip Ferries Junior Captain and set off on a 90-minute adventure through Melbourne’s magnificent waterways. Armed with their very own Junior Captain Adventure Pack, they’ll solve clues, complete challenges, hunt for hidden treasures and help the captain navigate some of Melbourne’s busiest waterways. The best part? They won’t even realise they’re learning along the way.

Kids Go Free between Saturday 19 September to Sunday 4 October 2026* > Leave the car in the garage and make your next family day out feel easy. With fuel prices on the rise, we’re helping families stretch the budget a little further these Easter school holidays, with kids travelling free from 19 September to 4 October 2026*. Cruise across the bay and enjoy a day out without the traffic, parking or stress. From waterfront strolls or fishing off the pier, to city adventures or long lunches. It’s a relaxed way to get the whole family out and about.

Your Bay. Your Way: At Port Phillip Ferries, we believe the journey should be just as memorable as the destination. That’s why we’ve curated a collection of experiences that turn a simple ferry trip into a full-day adventure, a weekend escape, or an unforgettable celebration. From relaxed winery days on the Bellarine to indulgent spa retreats, heritage rail dining on the Q Train, and 2 or 3-day golf getaways staying at the award-winning Portarlington Grand Hotel, our packages are designed to make exploring easy. We take care of the ferry, the transfers, the bookings and the details, so all you need to do is enjoy the day.

New 2 Course + Drink Winter Menu Now Available > The Grand Day Out Package now has a revamped Winter menu, offering 2 courses instead of one and you still get a drink as part of the package at no extra cost. You can still choose between dining at the Atrium or the Dining Room at the Grand Hotel. The package begins with a leisurely cruise across Port Phillip Bay from Docklands aboard a modern fast ferry, arriving at the charming seaside town of Portarlington. The Grand Day Out Package not only includes your return ferry journey, but it also includes a 2 course lunch and your choice of drink.