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Between Saturday 24 June and Sunday 9 July 2023
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Ferry adventures for the whole family over the holidays.
How about an adventure across the bay on a fast ferry to either Geelong, Portarlington or Docklands? With so many great family activities available in these destinations (see below), it’s a day that will entertain both kids and adults and one that you’ll all want to do more than once. PLUS, with 25% off Family Passes over the Winter school holidays, it’s time to rally the troops and head across the bay on a family adventure.
To receive this offer choose your date of travel and select a Family Pass in the booking. Then type in 25FamilyPass into the promo code field under each of the four names in the Family pass booking in the system.
The June/July school holiday activities in Geelong are a child’s dream and include a museum designed purely for kids and a waterfront precinct that families will love. As locals, we embrace our region that has so many things to do in school holidays in Geelong. We really are spoilt for choice. Click here for School holiday activities >>
So, you’ve finally managed to get away for a much-needed mid-year break after what can only be described as an unpredictable few months … but what is there to do on the Bellarine with kids in winter? Unlike summer holidays – when all you need to do is rock up, park the van or set up the tent (or unpack your belongings in the cabin) and the job’s done – a beachside break in Victoria during winter calls for a little more imagination. We’re here to help, with five ideas to keep the family busy during these school holidays Click here for some ideas and offers >>
Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with Melbourne-based kid-friendly events and activities. There are plenty of free, low-cost and virtual events and family attractions to choose from.. Click here for some ideas and offers >>
* This offer is only available between Saturday 24 June and Sunday 9 July 2023 and is not available in conjunction with any special events such as FISH Clubs or Special Event Cruises outside our regular ferry services. To qualify for a Family Pass children must be aged between 4 and 16 years of age at the time of purchase. This offer is not valid in conjunction with any other promotions and is subject to availability. Pre-booked tickets are essential and cannot be purchased at the ferry on the day.
The Footy Ferry is back in 2023, and it’s better than ever! This year there will be more 2-way services available from Geelong Waterfront. That’s right, the late-night ferry is now available to get you and your crew home after the game. Forget trains and traffic, and enjoy a spacious, comfortable trip over the bay on a fast ferry – you can even enjoy a cold beer or wine from the licensed cafe onboard.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year + Return Ferry Package > The much-anticipated photography event of the summer returns to the National Wool Museum. Direct from the Natural History Museum London, Wildlife Photographer of the Year takes audiences on a journey of exploration of the planet’s habitats, from sprawling urban metropolises to the deep polar seas, meeting the creatures that rely on these places to survive. Come face to face with species at risk of extinction and those brought back from the brink. See first-hand how human activities, both good and bad, are shaping the natural world.