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Western Port Ferries
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Western Port Ferries operates the passenger ferry service on spectacular Western Port Bay, sailing between Stony Point, on the Mornington Peninsula, Tankerton on French Island and Cowes on Phillip Island. The service operates 365 days per year, and is a vital connection to the mainland for French Island residents and is an extremely popular route for visitors to the area.
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4.5
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Bill B
Frankston5 contributions
Another relaxing ride on the" Naturaliste" vessel from Stony Point to Cowes with a bonus sighting of a Humpback Whale.
Jul. 2022
ThankYou to the Captain of Naturaliste Ferry for his sharp eye in spotting the whale on our voyage between French Island and Phillip Island
Written 10 July 2022
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Leanne J
Thanks Bill B for the lovely review. They are amazing creatures and always a delight to see on the bay. Glad our Master was able to point it out and it enhance your trip with us. Warmest regards, Leanne
Written 25 July 2022
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Bill B
Frankston5 contributions
Island Commuter
Apr. 2022
Great Relaxing Way to commute between Phillip Island and Stony Point plus onward by V Line from Stony Point Station.
Written 5 April 2022
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Leanne J
Thank you Bill B for the great review. Indeed ferry travel connecting to train travel is definitely a fun and easy way to commute. Hope to see you sailing again soon. Regards, Leanne
Written 7 April 2022
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Garry c
1 contribution
No parking provisions for people with a disability.
Dec. 2021 • Family
The ride from stoney point to cow's and return , great. Our problem was there was no parking for people with a disabilities. The ticket office staff said they had no idea of where we could park. A bad start to the day. Their is 2 disabled parking spots past the boat launching area but a couple of signs say no vehicles without trailers can park here. Great journey that could be improved. If you're a bus no problems with special parking.
Written 29 December 2021
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Leanne J
Thank you 904garryc for the feedback. Firstly, we are glad you enjoyed the ferry experience and crossing to Cowes and return. Our team do a great job. We are sorry for your experience with lack of disabled parking. It is an issue and has been raised with the correct authorities who look after the parking in general. Of course in very peak travel periods like when you travelled it is even more tricky. We continue to raise this issue so are customers can be accommodated. We hope you try our service again in the future. Warm regards, Leanne
Written 31 March 2022
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Traveller
Melbourne, Australia15,743 contributions
Ferry Transport
Mar. 2021
Can catch a ferry from Stony Point Terminal at Crib Point to French Island and also to Phillip Island.

It is good to have such facilities.
Written 20 March 2021
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Leanne J
Thank you PlanetOz for your review. The fast cat ferry is a great way to travel from the mainland to French Island or Cowes @ Phillip Island. Hope to see you onboard again soon. Regards, Leanne
Written 31 March 2021
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witte1974
Melbourne, Australia25 contributions
Best way to spend the day.
Jan. 2021
Just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to Westernport Ferries and inparticular to "Captain Anthony" for the time that you took to explain the running of the ferry including your generous acceptance to have a photo with our grandchilden. We wanted you to know not only what a fantastic first time experience it was for them but how thrilled they were and how special the whole adventure was. Ken and Bernadette.
Written 27 January 2021
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Leanne J
Thank you witte1974 for the lovely feedback and review. This has been passed on to the Western Port Ferries team, including "Captain Anthony". The crew do a great job and enjoy what they do. It is a lovely cruise across the bay and it is indeed and 'adventure'. Hope to see you back onboard again soo for your second visit! Warm regards, Leanne
Written 28 January 2021
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Lorna L
Melbourne, Australia85 contributions
lovely boat ride
Jan. 2021
lovely boat ride with friendly staff. people with bikes a bit of a pain pushing through pedestrians. they should load the bikes last. my only complaint is the toilets were locked and staff reluctant to unlock. this is not good and should be rectified. If there was an urgent call it would be too late !
Written 20 January 2021
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Leanne J
Thank you Gaye L for your review and we are glad you enjoyed the boat ride. In regards to your feedback about the toilets, toilets are only locked when engaged (in use by passengers). I am sure you can appreciate why our staff would be reluctant to unlock the toilet door. We do hope to see you onboard again soon. Warmest regards, Leanne
Written 24 January 2021
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Graham
2 contributions
Missed the boat
Jun. 2020
The ferry took off a minute before scheduled departure time, they had seen us approaching but departed anyway. So much for local tourism, French island you missed out💰💰 because of some impatient so called captain. Check the cameras if you don’t believe us.
Written 6 June 2020
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Leanne J
Thank you Mygov for your feedback. We did check with the Master on the day and he unfortunately did not see any passengers on the pier or approaching the ferry. We try our best to accommodate any passengers we see approaching the ferry or running late. We apologise for any inconvenience. Regards, Leanne
Written 14 June 2020
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worldtravellers1995
Cairns, Australia275 contributions
Smooth sailing
Mar. 2020 • Couples
Our return trip to Phillip Island was smooth sailing, barely knew we were on water. The staff were friendly and the ferry was on time. We brought our bikes onboard as we rode them around the island and the staff were accommodating. No complaints.
Written 13 March 2020
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Leanne J
Thank you for the great review worldtravllers1995. The crew do a great job and hopping across to French Iland or Phillip Island is only a 15 minute ferry ride, perfect for taking your bikes and getting around either island. Hope to see you saling again soon. Warm regards, Leanne
Written 15 March 2020
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Tony S
Kangaroo Flat, Australia42 contributions
Better than a rollercoaster!
Jan. 2020
We traveled on the 10th of January from Stony Point to French Island and then on to Philip Island and back. It was a little bit rocky but nothing compared to the return trip after the cool change kicked in! Chatting to the cabin crew ( I can't remember her name but she had a lovely big smile and came from Coronet Bay!) she said that we may be delayed if it got a bit rough. We sat in the bar of the Isle of Wight watching the ferry come in and flipping heck it was getting thrown around! Just like spotlighting in the back of the ute I found it easier to stand. Our smiley mate was very good with the queasy people and moved around like we were on dry land, the old sea dog! I've not been on many boats but I was impressed with the way that one was handled.
Written 5 February 2020
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Leanne J
Thank you Tony S for the wonderful review! Our crew do an amazing job in what is, sometimes, tricky conditions. Of course safety is our number one priority. Glad you enjoyed the crossing - sitting and standing! Hope to see you sailing again with us. Regards, Leanne
Written 9 February 2020
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M L K
Truganina, Australia160 contributions
Day trip
Dec. 2019 • Couples
Great trip across the water. Can visit French Island or Phillip Island. Able to take our dog which was a bonus. Only took just over half an hour. Bar on board for those so inclined. The captain let all the kids upstairs to go in with him to help drive the boat. Some even got to sit in his seat.
Written 29 December 2019
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Leanne J
Thank you mlk989 for the great review and we are glad you, your kids and four legged friend enjoyed the crossing. Fun to visit the bridge! Hope to see you sailing with us again soon. Warm regards, Leanne
Written 5 January 2020
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