Australia \\'s oldest and most famous traditional Hedge Maze.
More than 4000 year round flowering lavender bushes planted in our lavender labyrinth & display gardens
25 acres of internationally acclaimed garden settings with over 10 garden displays with individual themes that change with every season of the year.
A Circular Rose Maze the first of its kind planted anywhere in the world! With over 1200 rose bushes of 200 fragrant varieties chosen for colour and perfume.
Enjoy the serenity of abundant water features and diverse birdlife, as you admire nature at its best.
Spacious licensed café with high vaulted ceilings & towering windows overlooking Maze & water gardens.
Mornington Peninsula Chocolates is a small manufacturer of exquisite handmade award winning chocolates using Belgian, French and Swiss couverture. Combining the latest and traditional techniques from Europe to create their own unique style. With several gold medals under their belt as well as winning the ultimate Chocolate Champion trophy for 2008 at the Royal Melbourne Fine Food Awards and for 2011 at the Royal Sydney Fine Food Awards, these are chocolates you do not want to miss out on. Visitors can witness professional chocolatiers producing the exquisite chocolates through a viewing window and truly live the chocolate experience. It is here only, that you can appreciate the passion and drive that goes into making every single chocolate. Their expert staff will happily enlighten customers in the processes of chocolate making, the sheer health benefits of eating exceptionally good quality chocolate as well as introducing their extensive range of Origin chocolates that come from different parts of the world. Catering for small and large businesses, corporate gifts, birthdays and weddings, Mornington Peninsula Chocolates can customise that special occasion with personalised chocolates for any event. Situated in the new home of Flinders Village and close to many tourist attractions, charming cafes, exclusive boutiques and the fabulous picturesque Golf Course, Mornington Peninsula Chocolates completes a magical destination to remember forever. Please contact Mornington Peninsula Chocolates for further information or view their website.
The Mornington Peninsula Attraction Pass includes four of the Mornington Peninsula's best attractions. Each attraction is open every day except Christmas Day. Passes are valid for three months from date of purchase. Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens, admission plus self-guided tour and bonus fragrant lavender gift included. The Peninsula Hot Springs, early or late admission to bathing area in thermal pools. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Cape Schanck Lighthouse where you can have a personal guided tour of the Lighthouse and complimentary admission to the Lighthouse Museum. Daytime admission to Moonlit Sanctuary, between 11am and 5pm, plus a koala photo opportunity. The Mornington Peninsula is just over an hour's drive from Melbourne, ideal for a day trip from Melbourne or for an extended stay with many exquisite accommodation venues on offer. This picturesque peninsula of green rolling hills is often called 'Melbourne's Playground'. Surrounded by sea, it makes for a memorable stop on the acclaimed touring route between Phillip Island and The Great Ocean Road. More than $100 full retail included in every ticket plus special 10 per cent discount offer at Sunny Ridge Strawberry, Sorrento to Queenscliff Ferry and Box Stallion Winery.
Named after its mushroom shaped reef, Mushroom Reef Marine Sanctuary protects 80ha of the open coast of Flinders on the Mornington Peninsula. Composed of sandstone rock platforms extending from the shore, the park includes sheltered rock pools, coves and a shallow reef on the ocean side. The reef is formed from ancient basalt which has weathered beautifully, allowing creatures to hide within crevices and cracks or under loose rocks. This area is famous for its diversity of marine life and has attracted scientists for over 100 years. The intertidal soft sediment is an important feeding and roosting habitat for many birds. When searching the rockpools one can find many crabs, multicoloured cushion seastars, numerous species of snails and delicate anemones. The seafloor (2-3m) is covered with canopy forming brown algae and patches of seagrass which attract many species of fish such as morwongs, wrasse, cowfish and Victoria's marine emblem, the Weedy Seadragon. If you're lucky you may be able to spot a Black and White Seastar. This amazing creature is one of only two seastars known to brood its young in its stomach. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.
Founded over 100 years ago, the Flinders Golf Club remains one of the most scenic and accessible golf courses on the Mornington Peninsula. Built along a stunning stretch of cliff-top land overlooking Bass Strait and Western Port Bays, The Flinders Golf Club welcomes members and visitors seven days with the Pro Shop open from dawn 'til dusk. Flinders is perhaps best described by Peter Thomson AO CBE, 'Flinders is in a fine family of golf, a distant cousin of Pebble Beach and a relative of Muirfield, that is always best played in wind on salt sprayed turf with a view of the blue sea.' Competitive Green Fees and stunning Clubhouse views help make Flinders a great option for golfers of all standards. With tight fairways and demanding approaches to greens, this well manicured course provides a true test of traditional shotmaking and course management skills.
Ocean Eight Vineyard & Winery is owned by the Aylward family who started producing wine on the Mornington Peninsula in 1997. The focus was top quality wine that suited the climate of the Mornington Peninsula, specialising in making Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and recently released a sparkling wine, inspired by the French Champagne. All Ocean Eight's wines are made in small quantities and batches to ensure high quality and a focused style of their Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and sparkling wine can be achieved. The winery is located on Tucks Road in Shoreham on the Mornington Peninsula. All grapes picked for this small production come from the 17 hectares of vineyard owned by the Aylward family. Ocean Eight Vineyard & Winery wines can be tasted and purchased from the cellar door. The cellar door is open four days a week from Thursday to Sunday. For further information please contact Ocean Eight Vineyard & Winery or view their website.
Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens is home to Australia's oldest and most famous hedge maze, a beautiful circular rose maze, and the year round flowering Lavender Labyrinth, all set among 25 acres of world acclaimed gardens. The traditional hedge Maze is planted with more than 1000 cypress trees and thousands of metres of pathways. Now more than three metres high and two metres thick, the Maze keeper clips the hedges three times a year to keep it sculpted into a curvaceous challenge that will delight and inspire. The Lavender Labyrinth is planted with year round flowering lavender and the view from the centre over the lavender rows is spectacular. More than 3000 lavender plants are planted overlooking the impressive Arboretum, and the Lavender display gardens features more than 40 different lavenders, providing an insight into the history of lavender. Ashcombe's circular rose maze was the first of its kind planted in the world with 1200 rose bushes of over 200 varieties chosen for their colour and perfume. The object is to find your way to the centre and then find your way out. Or you can just stop and smell the roses Visitors are welcome to wander through the gardens on the self guided Garden Discovery Trail. The Famous Great Ashcombe Gnome Hunt is fun for all ages. The Ashcombe Maze Cafe features vaulted ceilings and towering windows overlooking the gardens. The fully licensed café offers hearty breakfasts, light lunches and snacks featuring local produce, great coffee and a selection of delicious cakes and cookies, all homemade on the premises. The famous Ashcombe Lavender scones are a must to try. Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring there is always something beautiful to be experienced at Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens.
It is truly a great find, for a touch of the exotic visit the micro-boutique Nazaaray on the Mornington Peninsula. Open every fortnight. and tucked away down a side asphalt road you stumble across it unless you are setting out to discover it. You are greeted by a quirky scarecrow or run over by a very happy, friendly Labrador. Sheeba is delighted you are visiting and just about rolls out the red carpet for you. She is in one of the " Wine dog books" and you should ask about the ditties dedicated to her. Rustic Nazaaray has beautiful views from an enclosed deck overlooking Green's bush and will serve light food such as soups, salads or a small spicy curry. Cold days mean you can sit around an open fire in a drop slab hut. Bangles, Bhangra and Bollywood dancing, all add up to their legendary quarterly event, please view their website and join their mailing list. Seventeen years old vines grow in red clay basalt and Paramdeep's patience produces a mean award winning drop, served at some of Australia's most discerning restaurants. Seeing a turbaned Sikh winemaker often makes for curiosity being aroused and many a colourful conversation in the train carriage cellar door. To avoid monoculture the vines are interspersed with Australian natives and a minimalistic approach is taken to using sprays. Nirmal, the owner, is an environmentalist and the focus is on melding with nature and planting. Birds abound as do kangaroos. The occasional echidna or koala can be seen. There is a donkey for weed control and two resident Highland long horned, very hairy, loveable cows. Supervised children are welcome and love playing petanque or trying some of the selection of Organic Gundowring ice cream available.
The idea for Paradigm Hill was conceived almost 30 years ago. They have always been passionate about food and wine and their 'other' careers have laid the foundation for this adventure.
As with so many other things they have ever tackled, Paradigm Hill was a case of "all or none" and their obsession with the pursuit of quality has meant pushing the boundaries with viticulture and viniculture and to work within the domain of ecologically responsible practices.
It has often been said, great wine is made in the vineyard. They have just over ten acres of north facing gently sloping vineyard. The vineyard has been established with a very low density of vines (average only 500 vines per acre) grafted onto vigour and phylloxera resistant rootstock.
The trellis runs north south and vines have been trained to a 'vision, service, plan' approach with a keen eye on ensuring a balanced vine. They are committed to using only estate grown grapes for on site production of Pinot Noir, Shiraz, Pinot Gris and Riesling.
The philosophy of their wine making is to guide the wine with minimal intervention, through the vinification process. The fruit is picked by loving hands, with vintage being a time for celebration.
'This vogueish new cellar door and winery at the end of a long driveway boasts a large timber deck with an eye-pleasing view of vineyards, meadows, stands of bush and rolling hills. An excellent spot to savour very good Riesling, Shiraz, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. Tasting plates of savoury delicacies are available to complement the wines. Keep an eye out for some very relaxed cows and deer in the hollow in front of the winery.' Ralph Kyte-Powell.
Phillip Island, on Victoria’s South Coast, is home to an amazing wildlife species, including Australia’s largest fur seal colony, the colony of around 32,000 Little Penguins and cuddly koalas.
Only 90 minutes from Melbourne, our Private Phillip Island Tour is a full day chartered tour includes nature walks along Phillip Island’s stunning beaches and boardwalks, meeting some of the local faunas such as seals, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, birds and of course the Penguin Parade.
Enjoy getting close to koalas and kangaroos before joining the Little Penguins at dusk as each night, hundreds (sometimes thousands!) of penguins emerge from the surf and waddle across the beach at the world famous Penguin Parade.
The scenic journey on the luxurious seats of our modified 9-seater VIP minibus is a highlight in itself, as it features spectacular coastal scenery, charming heritage and an abundance of wildlife.
Want the best penguin viewing opportunities in Australia? Take the Penguin Eco Tour for a premium penguin experience that offers a personalized, intimate wildlife experience. Or choose the Underground Viewing option to enjoy the closest possible viewing of the Penguin Parade at eye-level.
ULTIMATE PENGUIN ECO TOUR: Designed to cater for up to 10 people only, this fully accredited eco tour takes visitors to a stunning, secluded beach to view the little penguins waddling ashore to their sand dune burrows. The beach is in a completely different location to the standard Penguin Parade. This tour is the premium penguin experience on offer and ideal for those seeking a more personalized, intimate wildlife experience. As the sun sets and the light fades, participants can use night vision technology to view the penguins. Rangers provide an informative commentary which visitors listen to through personal headphones.Experience the best of Melbourne on this four-day hotel and tour combo, with plenty of free time (on your own) so you can sample Melbourne’s cafe and restaurant scene at your leisure. See all the sights of Melbourne on this multi-day city stay, from Queen Victoria Market to the MCG, then travel to Phillip Island to see the famous penguin parade and take a trip along the Great Ocean Road to the Twelve Apostles. With accommodation, airport transfers and breakfasts included, it’s the perfect introduction to marvelous Melbourne!
ItineraryTake a day trip to Wilsons Promontory from Phillip Island. Highlights include sightseeing on the Phillip Island coastline, the Bass Coast Hinterland, Bunurong Coast, Cape Liptrap Coast, and Wilsons Promontory. Visit some of the beautiful beaches on Wilsons Promontory and see native wildlife and birds. All inclusive including lunch, morning & afternoon tea and entry fees.
Your day begins from Cowes at around 9am before the drive to the Nobbies along the cliff coast line to Summerland Beach. Then onto view some of the most beautiful surf beaches and coastline in Australia. Head off the Island and drive through the Bass Coast Hinterland on the way to the Bunurong Coastal Drive.This tour of the Bass Coast and South Gippsland is ideal for travelers who want to experience beautiful nature and wildlife in a gentle way. You’ll be driven through the countryside and will make plenty of stops. Your local guide will tell you all about the landscape and the wildlife you’ll see, which may include penguins, kangaroos, and echidnas. There’s no need to tire yourself out on a vigorous hike or cycling trip, as you’ll see the highlights in a relaxing way.
Enjoy hiking the invigorating and scenic Cape Woolamai trail on Phillip Island without the risk of getting lost, on a guided tour. Spot a range of wildlife—including penguins and wallabies—that you might miss if traveling alone. If you’re making good time there will even be the chance to stop for a wine or beer tasting—a great way to relax en route.
Fast Tracked Private Tour with a renowned Expert Guide;Â conducted in a Modern, Luxury Vehicle (spacious with 8 seats); that takes you Direct to the Penguin Parade, where you will be seated in the Penguins PLUS seating area ( closer viewing area of the Penguin Parade).
ItineraryWith limited time to spend in Melbourne, book a private tour that takes you from city streets to the Eureka Skydeck in just 3 hours. Sip a coffee drink of your choice, discover the street art scene, sample a hearty tasting of multicultural food, and finish with a bottle of beer at a hidden laneway bar. With a personal guide you’ll get a literal taste of Melbourne highlights.
Witness the spectacular coastal scenery of Australia on a 4-hour whale watching cruise around Phillip Island. Climb aboard a stylish vessel with a professional guide and scour the sea for sightings of rare wildlife. See thousands of fur seals at Seal Rocks; keep your eyes peeled for rare seabirds like the shy albatross and little penguin; and marvel at dolphins diving out of the water with incredible grace. With luck, enjoy the unforgettable experience of watching humpback whales in their natural environment on this exhilarating cruise.
Experience the magic of Phillip Island at twilight on board this 1.5-hour catamaran cruise. Set sail for a scenic cruise around Western Port Bay, gliding past dramatic landmarks like French Island and Stony Point, and spotting the HMAS Otama submarine. Keep a look out for playful dolphins, short-tailed shearwaters and adorable Australian fur seals as you float around the bay, then tuck into complimentary snacks or purchase a drink from the on-board bar.ÂÂ
Experience Phillip Island’s best scenery and most adorable critters on this day trip that makes it easy to get around without renting a car. There’s fun for all ages at the Antarctic Journey exhibits and Churchill Island heritage farm, plus some of the best views in Victoria from the Bass Coast and Summerland Beach. See wildlife in action at the Koala Conservation Center and with premium seating at the famous Penguin Parade, a nightly phenomenon where penguins waddle across the beach to their burrows.
Make the most out of your visit to Phillip Island with this 3-park pass, the best value for checking out three of the island’s top attractions: the Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island Heritage Farm. Visit each site at your own pace and in whatever order you wish; your pass is valid for six months. Go face to face with koalas in their natural environment; see farming activities like sheep shearing at a historical homestead; and watch fairy penguins (aka little penguins, the world’s smallest) parade out of the sea and across the beach at sunset.
Your Phillip Island 3-park pass gives you access to the island’s top three wildlife and historical attractions — the Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island Heritage Farm — which are all part of Phillip Island Nature Park. You can visit all three in one day or spread it out over several days — your pass is valid for six months.Explore Phillip Island in style on a full-day tour that includes a 2-course restaurant lunch and visits to a local winery and brewery. Go sightseeing at destinations including the Nobbies, Bass Coast, and other scenic spots where you can look for wallabies, little penguins, Australian fur seals, and other wildlife. Relax during the lunch, which comes with a glass of wine or beer.
This tour is for the wine connoisseurs. We leave from Cowes and drive to the Mornington Peninsula and visit at least 6 wineries, a brewery and a cheese factory for tastings. Lunch at a winery and sightseeing the Mornington Peninsula, the Bass Coast Hinterland and Phillip Island.
ItineraryFarming, surfing, and penguin parades make Phillip Island one of Victoria’s most popular tourist destinations. With this tour, see a lot of what the island has to offer while letting someone else take care of planning and driving. Start with coastal sightseeing—heading off the island as far as the Kilcunda Coastal Reserve—and continue to seal colony lookouts, a cheese factory, a sheep farm, and more. Finish by watching penguins waddle home after sunset.
This is a great pack to learn all the basics of hydro flying and learn some or most of the tricks.
In this 60 min Flyboard Experience, you get 30 min of Pre-Flight training and preparation and 30 minutes of actual Flight time.
This pack is the most recommended to get the full flyboard experience, where you will get a full hour of adrenaline pumping non-stop fun.
All experiences include FREE hire of our safety equipment: Life Jacket, Helmet and Wetsuit.
Don't forget to order your HD Go-pro video of your flight.
After purchase you declare, you are reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water.
Location: Anderson Road, (Boat ramp) Cowes, Phillip Island
Please be 15 min early, to allow for additional time to get here.
Please bring, swimwear, Towel, and extra clothes.
Enjoy the Melbourne attractions and activities that interest you most with this flexible attractions pass. There are multiple options to choose from to suit your schedule—select a pass that offers unlimited attractions for a set number of days, or select a flexi pass that offers a set number of attractions within a longer time period. Then explore Melbourne however you wish, choosing from more than 25 experiences such as the zoo, Eureka Skydeck, a city sightseeing tour, a ride on the Puffing Billy steam train or entry to Healesville Sanctuary.
Escape to another time and enjoy the farm activities, explore the historical ground and soak up the tranquil scenery.
Churchill Island Heritage Farm offers a range of daily farming activities and walks around the island close to internationally recognised wetlands. See the Clydesdale horses, Highland cattle, sheep and baby animals.Soar over the golden sands and rugged sea cliffs of Phillip Island on exhilarating various helicopter flights. Choose between seven sensational itineraries and see the surf hotspot of Cape Woolamai, the famous Grand Prix Circuit or Port Phillip Bay on the Mornington Peninsula. Soak up magnificent aerial views of landmarks like the Red Rocks Point, the Nobbies and San Remo Bridge, or spot wildlife wonders like the penguins at Summerland Beach or the Australian Fur Seals lounging on Seal Rocks.
Enjoy hours of mind-boggling fun at A Maze'N Things, where you can explore indoor and outdoor optical illusions and puzzling delights. Find your way through a giant maze, defy gravity, learn to fly, disappear into a magic box, and more in a world of illusions and puzzles that stretch the imagination and provide lots of laughs. Upgrade to include a visit to Phillip Island Chocolate Factory for a self-guided tour through a chocolate-themed wonderland with interactive attractions and delicious treats.
Make your own way to A Maze'N Things amusement park on Phillip Island. Your entrance ticket includes access to Puzzle Island, the illusion rooms and the giant outdoor maze. Kids of all ages will enjoy a myriad of optical tricks and problem-solving exercises, along with hands-on activities that boggle the mind and provide hours of entertainment.Enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing at Phillip Island during a boat cruise to Seal Rocks, Australia’s largest fur seal colony, followed by a visit to the Nobbies blowhole or National Surfing Reserve at Cat Bay. Your cruise can be combined with admission to the Penguin Parade and other fun attractions like the Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island Heritage Farm. A variety of options allows you to customize your tour and plan a fun day for the whole family.
Make your way to Cowes Jetty to board your high-speed RIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boat) for a wildlife cruise to Seal Rocks. Throughout the tour, your onboard ranger-guide expertly locates seals, whales, dolphins, penguins and seabirds while providing informative commentary on the history and ecology of the area.The Koala Conservation Centre offers a range of family friendly activities and opportunities to explore the native bush and see Australian wildlife.
Visit: Phillip Island Nature Parks - Koala Reserve, 1810 Phillip Island Tourist Road, Cowes, Phillip Island, Victoria 3922 AustraliaTake a virtual journey into the wonderful world of the Southern Ocean and Antarctica and engage with the many interactive and immersive experiences in this exhibition, a joint venture between Phillip Island Nature Parks and WWF-Australia.
Daily guided tours now available at 11.00am, 1.00pm and 3.00pm. These 20 minute Guided Tours commence by the Ticketing Desk.Enjoy the idyllic scenery—and the delicious wines and beers—on a small-group tour of Phillip Island and its environs. Meet your guide in the morning at your area accommodation, board your minibus, and wing your way past some of the island’s loveliest corners. Then, visit an artisanal cheesemaker before stopping at several wineries, where you’ll enjoy numerous tastings. After lunch, change course and enjoy a flight of beers at the local brewery.
Save time by seeing a lot of Philip Island in about half a day on this guided tour that includes a hike along the Cape Woolamai Walking Trail. Take a scenic drive around the island and visit the Nobbies boardwalk before starting the roughly-two hour hike along the island’s most southerly point. The cape has some of the region’s best coastline views and is home to thousands of shearwater birds.