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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.

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.

Seniors Entertainment Cruises > Get ready for 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.

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

Rail, Sail or Sail, Rail, Sunday 1 November 2026 > Combine the romance & excitement of a sea voyage with the nostalgia & style of a heritage train onboard Steamrail Victoria’s Rail and Sail. Choose your way to travel on a day’s return journey between Melbourne and Geelong. A great day out for the whole family; with Steamrail Victoria’s Rail and Sail tour providing three exciting options for you to choose from.

Saturday 9 January 2027 > The Portarlington Mussel Festival returns for another big day of live music, market stalls, family fun, and of course loads of fresh local mussels. Set along the scenic foreshore, it’s the perfect Bellarine summer day out. To make travel easier, we’re running three morning ferries from Docklands at 8:15 am, 10:15 am and 11:15, plus return services from Portarlington at 2:30 pm, 4:30 and 5:30 pm. Enjoy the festival at your own pace and be back in Melbourne by early evening. Leave the car behind and cruise to one of Victoria’s favourite summer festivals. Click to find out more.

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.

If you and your golf buddies are keen to explore more than one golf course on the Bellarine Peninsula then an overnight package is the go. Take the ferry over, play 2 stunning Bellarine golf courses, and have an overnight stay in Portarlington to make life easy. We’ll take care of everything.