Nature and wildlife – Mornington Peninsula

With its pristine beaches, towering cliffs and breathtaking vistas, the Mornington Peninsula is home to a vast array of natural treasures. Take in fabulous views from Arthurs Seat or Point Nepean at the end of the peninsula. Picnic, swim or walk along gentle bays beaches at Mornington or Sorrento, or Portsea or survey the rough seas of Bass Strait at Cape Schanck or Gunnamatta.

Explore some of Victoria’s most popular marine and national parks, or wander through public and private gardens ranging from the manicured gardens of historic mansions to stunning botanic gardens and mazes.

The bays are rich with wildlife. Swim with dolphins in Port Phillip Bay, take a ferry to French Island to see koalas in their natural habitat or explore wetlands teeming with more than 100 bird species.