Moonraker Charters

About Moonraker Charters

Moonraker Charters operates marine wildlife cruises from Sorrento Pier, with whale watching tours running from June through October targeting humpback and southern right whales migrating through Port Phillip Heads. Year-round dolphin encounter cruises and bay sightseeing charters run alongside the seasonal whale programme. The vessel accommodates up to 36 passengers, making it a larger and more stable platform than smaller RIB-based operators.

What they are good at

Whale watching tours during the June to October season, when humpback and southern right whale sightings are at their most reliable from the Peninsula. The larger vessel is more comfortable for guests with mobility limitations or young children, and the observation-from-deck format suits mixed groups where not all participants want to enter the water. Year-round dolphin cruises offer a high-probability wildlife encounter with no need for wetsuits.

Not suited for

Guests seeking an in-water encounter rather than deck observation. Small groups wanting an intimate experience may find full-capacity tours (36 passengers) feel crowded. Anyone booking primarily for whale sightings outside the June to October window will be disappointed, as sightings outside that season are genuinely rare.