Polperro Dolphin Swims
Polperro Dolphin Swims
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Swim with DolphinsBoat ToursDolphin & Whale Watching
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
About
For most of us, swimming with dolphins is a rare and magical experience, so who better to help you connect with these magnificent creatures than the people who've been making the introductions in Port Phillip Bay the longest? The Muir family established Polperro Dolphin Swims in 1986. Named after their classic, lovingly maintained boat, which is 25 years young, Polperro has led the bay in environmentally responsible dolphin interactions. Judy Muir in particular has been tirelessly active in establishing and improving legislation controlling human interaction with wild marine animals, including dolphins.That's why passengers can't swim up to the bay's bottlenose dolphins, but rather hang on to long ropes trailing from the Polperro's stern, waiting for these often curious creatures to come to them. The rope, and the crew's careful training and supervision of passengers, mean that even non-swimmers can enjoy this exciting experience. People who are initially very timid and reticent about getting in the water leave enchanted by the experience. The Polperro departs from Sorrento pier twice daily from October to April. Passenger numbers are strictly limited so everyone has ample opportunity to get wet, or watch dolphins at play from the deck. Reef and seal swims are often part of Polperro trips as well. These are also revelatory experiences, even for most locals, as the bay's rich aquatic life is a surprisingly well-kept secret. All gear, including wetsuits and snorkels, are provided, and the Polperro has change areas below deck. On chilly days her saloon cabin is warmly welcoming, as is the complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate and delicious scones, freshly baked on board. They're the cherry on top of an inspiring, memorable experience, which saw Polperro enter the Victorian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame in 2001, after winning the environmental tourism category three years running.
Sorrento, Victoria, Australia
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Awards
Travellers' Choice
2023

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Vivian T
2 contributions
Apr. 2023 • Friends
These guys went above and beyond to give us the most amazing experience. We had to wait a bit for the dolphins, so we detoured and snorkeled the sea forest and spotted sea dragons. Hot chocolate and scones, great addition. My second trip, and we’ll return next season.
Written 29 April 2023
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Joy D
1 contribution
Apr. 2023
I took my granddaughter on this trip as a birthday treat and it was exceptional. Swimming with the dolphins, seals and rays will be a lifelong memory for us both - the sea creatures were all in great form on the day. Must mention how incredible the staff were - thank you for your amazing service, friendliness and efforts to get us the best experience possible - and remembering all our names. The hot tea and scones were the perfect finishing touch to our adventure. Would highly recommend!
Written 14 April 2023
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Morgan
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Apr. 2023 • Solo
An amazing experience showcasing the unique and beautiful marine life of the Mornington Peninsula. Ben, Jess, Troy and Sophie are awesome!
Written 13 April 2023
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Robyn T
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Mar. 2023
This was my 60th Birthday present from the family and it was incredibly special. The amount of time we spent in the water was fantastic. We swam with dolphins and then went out to visit the seals and got quite close up in the water. Sting rays swam underneath us, it was amazing. The crew knew their stuff and were great advocates for the marine life. They also made sure that everyone on the boat, young, older, local and international tourists, who wanted to swim had a good opportunity to see the marine life first hand. Despite an overcast day, the water was a good temperature and the sun eventually made its way out. A warm cuppa and hot scone was just the thing on the way back to shore.
Written 10 March 2023
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Jeremy M
1 contribution
Feb. 2023 • Couples
Thank you to the captain and his crew for a great experience. We all thoroughly enjoyed swimming with dolphins, seals and rays. Even the member of our party who had never used a snorkel and mask before really enjoyed the experience.
Written 28 February 2023
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Jo Zim
Bendigo18 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Couples
This was a Xmas pressie from my son and my husband and I absolutely loved it. The weather was perfect - sun shining and smooth waters. The staff were so friendly and welcoming and went out of their way to make sure we had the best time! We were amazed that staff learnt the names of all 20 guests and referred to us by name both in and out of the water! Genuinely lovely people! The highlight of the day was obviously the dolphins! During our first snorkel, I had two dolphins swim within a metre of me, one almost hitting me with its tali! The other swam from the bottom straight towards me and turned just as he reached me! It was amazing! Even watching from the deck we were treated with lots of dolphins doing their thing! One put on a real show, laying on his back, slapping the water with its fins. I love that this is a family business, run by people who genuinely love and care for the marine life. Thanks so much for a wonderful experience 👏👏👍🏼👍🏼🙂🙂
Written 18 February 2023
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Mandy W
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Feb. 2023 • Family
Absolutely amazing day!! We were blown away by the coral snorkelling nevermind anything else!! The fish and starfish were just incredible, we then headed over to the seals to swim with them and wow!! There was a huge (and I mean massive!!) Stingray just swimming around under us.... The seals were playful and right besides us as we snorkelled around...
We then headed to find the dolphins and these were just amazing!! The crew were diving down to interact with them so that they came over by the boat and were literally dancing under us...my 10 year old was blown away... Best experience ever.... Worth every penny!! Got a lovely brew and scones on board, all crew were fantastic, so helpful and genuinely wanted you to have the best experience... Would highly recommend!! Must do experience that I'd absolutely do again :) thanks so much!
Written 16 February 2023
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D F
1 contribution
Feb. 2023
Fabulous Day out, great crew, safe and friendly, plus a Cup of Tea and Scones at the end on the Boat!
Written 13 February 2023
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Dennise R
Melbourne, Australia5 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Friends
We had an amazing experience. Although you are at the whim of the dolphins the Polperro team worked hard to provide us with the best situation. They were professional, supportive of the passengers who couldn’t swim. Thankyou so much. Dennise, Peter and Hannah
Written 13 February 2023
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girija W
Bentleigh East, Australia1 contribution
Feb. 2023 • Family
We had the best time with this crew. I want to give a shout out to Tom. I don't know swimming at all. But Tom helped me so much and helped in water. Tom, thank you so much you. You made my 40th birthday special!
Hope you have the best Valentine day ever!!!
Written 13 February 2023
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