ST Kilda Pengins in Melbourne
Embark on our delux Spaceships an exclusive sunset penguin cruise in St Kilda, Australia, for up to 11 guests on your own private tour. Your journey begins with a warm welcome and a safety briefing from one of our skilled captains to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip for everyone, including the penguins.
Departure time from St Kilda Pier is 30 minutes before sunset and the duration is 1 hr. A extended time can be provided on request with catering and refreshments. Optional pickup from New Quay at Docklands for an additional cruising time with a night time city lights tour.
Setting off from the St Kilda Pier, we will navigate through the Marina beyond the rock wall, where we will be treated to a breathtaking sunset over Port Phillip Bay and Melbourne. During this scenic voyage, we’ll also have the opportunity to spot the penguins. For more info on the penguins Visit Parks Victoria
The St Kilda Breakwater hosts around 1,400 “Little Penguins” who venture into Port Phillip Bay each day to fish. As the sun sets, they return to the rock wall at the end of the St Kilda Pier, providing us with the perfect moment to observe these delightful creatures.
A Private Tour with 11 guests is $750 for 1 hr
Individual Guests from $60 per person.
In 1986 a proposal to substantially redevelop St Kilda harbour prompted Professor Mike Cullen of Monash University to visit the Breakwater.The St Kilda Council had offered to commission Mike to provide a report on the penguins. He declined the offer but embarked on a long-term study of the colony.Between 1986 and 1998 Mike conducted fortnightly trips to St Kilda Breakwater often finishing well after midnight. Always there to help, was Neil Blake from St Kilda council. The Penguin study was the catalyst for the formation of Earthcare St Kilda.
