SAN REMO BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sea cliffs, caves and coastal wildlife: a one-hour Cape Cruise from San Remo
A focused, one-hour Wildlife Coast Cruises outing from San Remo Jetty that sails past the sheer granite cliffs and caves of Cape Woolamai and returns beneath the Phillip Island Bridge — this guide distills what to expect and how to prepare.
Sea cliffs, caves and coastal wildlife: a one-hour Cape Cruise from San Remo.
Sail past the sheer granite cliffs and wind-carved caves of Cape Woolamai, watching turquoise water lap at the rock faces as seabirds wheel overhead and seals and dolphins appear in the swell. The short, one-hour cruise out of San Remo offers concentrated coastal scenery and a clear view beneath the Phillip Island Bridge on the return run.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Granite cliffs and sea caves at Cape Woolamai
The cruise threads close to the sheer granite cliffs and caves that define Cape Woolamai, offering dramatic coastal geology seen from the water.
Sea birds, seals and dolphins
An abundance of birdlife populates the area — including cormorants, Australasian gannet and wedge‑tailed eagles — while fur seals and often playful dolphins are frequent marine visitors.
A bay sail with a bridge‑side finale
After touring the Cape Woolamai coastline the vessel eases back across the bay, giving passengers panoramic views beneath the Phillip Island Bridge before returning to the jetty.
What the day feels like
What the hour feels like
This is a compact waterborne observation cruise: a relaxed departure from the San Remo jetty, a close approach to Cape Woolamai’s granite faces and sea caves with frequent wildlife sightings, a leisurely sail across the bay and a return under the Phillip Island Bridge — all within an hour.
THE LANDSCAPE
Granite cliffs and sea caves at Cape Woolamai
The cruise threads close to the sheer granite cliffs and caves that define Cape Woolamai, offering dramatic coastal geology seen from the water.
THE WILDLIFE
Sea birds, seals and dolphins
An abundance of birdlife populates the area — including cormorants, Australasian gannet and wedge‑tailed eagles — while fur seals and often playful dolphins are frequent marine visitors.
THE ROUTE
A bay sail with a bridge‑side finale
After touring the Cape Woolamai coastline the vessel eases back across the bay, giving passengers panoramic views beneath the Phillip Island Bridge before returning to the jetty.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and who should take precautions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Electronic accessories that extend beyond hand‑held cameras are restricted: drones and underwater GoPro poles are not permitted on public cruises.
For passenger safety, access to the front deck is limited to those over 1 metre tall.
This is a short, observational cruise focused on coastal scenery and wildlife viewing; adhere to crew instructions and equipment restrictions for safety.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Cape Cruise?
The cruise is one hour in duration.
Where does the cruise depart from?
The cruise departs from San Remo Jetty.
What wildlife might we see on the trip?
Passengers commonly see seabirds such as cormorants, Australasian gannet and wedge‑tailed eagles, and marine mammals including fur seals and dolphins.
Are there restrictions on who can access the front deck?
Yes — for passenger safety, front‑deck access is limited to those over 1 metre tall.
Can I fly a drone or use an underwater GoPro on a pole during the cruise?
No — due to regulations and safety, drones and underwater GoPros on poles are not allowed on public cruises.
Who operates the Cape Cruise?
The cruise is operated by Wildlife Coast Cruises.