The St Kilda Breakwater is home to a colony of around 1,400 Little Penguins. The St Kilda Ferry's Sunset Penguin Cruise is the best way to experience these little birds with access to 80% more of the colony.
Join us for a breathtaking experience you won’t forget on a sunset penguin cruise in St Kilda, Australia. As you embark on this unique adventure, you will be welcomed by a safety briefing from one of our experienced captains to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip for all, including the Penguins.
Departing from the St Kilda Pier, we will head out through the Marina beyond the rock wall, where we will witness the sun setting over Port Phillip Bay and Melbourne. As we admire this picturesque view, we will also have the opportunity to spot our little friends, the penguins.
The St Kilda Breakwater is home to around 1,400 "Little Penguins" who head out into Port Phillip Bay each day to go fishing. However, at sunset, they return home to the rock wall at the end of the St Kilda pier. This is when we can catch a glimpse of the little penguins.
As dusk approaches, we bring out the red torches and head into the marina for a closer look at the penguins. This is where we can see these adorable creatures approaching the boat just meters away, as they climb up into the rocks to sleep. It is truly a heartwarming experience to see them in their natural environment, going about their daily routine.
During the St Kilda Ferry Sunset Penguin Cruise, we often see the penguins jumping from rock to rock as close as 6 meters from the boat! It's a rare and memorable sight that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Meeting: Flinders Street Station (under the clocks) 5pm
We will catch a tram down to St Kilda and get dinner at one of the restaurants along the esplanade before our penguin cruise!
We will then embark our 1 hour penguin cruise over sunset before returning to the CBD!
Finishing: Flinders Street Station (under the clocks) approx 9pm
Bring: warm jacket, myki, money
Melbourne VIC, Australia 
