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Embark on a wilderness cruise to Wilsons Promontory hidden coves, spot wildlife, and discover stunning rock formationsExperience the breathtaking beauty of Wilsons Promontory on a Wanderer Adventures Wilderness Cruise, exploring hidden coves, spotting seals, dolphins, and ancient rock formations along the stunning coastline. By news@gippsland - 11th September 2024 - Back to News This Wilderness Cruise is a must-add to your next South Gippsland itinerary. Wilsons Promontory is one of Australia's most stunning natural landmarks, a picture-perfect blend of impossibly blue waters, hidden coves and stretches of sand bookended by granite boulders. Taking a Wanderer Adventures Wilderness Cruise allows you to experience the breathtaking beauty of The Prom from the sea and explore inaccessible parts of the glorious national park. 
Skull Rock, an iconic monolith of Wilsons Promontory, resembles a skull and can only be viewed by boat, inspiring awe Be spellbound by Skull RockThe iconic Skull Rock (Cleft Island) is the crown jewel of Wilsons Promontory. This highly Instagram-able monolith is set back from the shoreline and can only be viewed by boat. The massive granite formation rises dramatically from the ocean, resembling a skull, complete with cavernous "eye sockets". The sheer scale of Skull Rock evokes a sense of mystery and spiritual wonder that will stay with you long after you leave. 
Kanowna Island hosts over 9,000 Australian fur seals, offering great views for observing these playful creatures lounging and diving Make friends with the sealsKanowna Island is home to one of the largest colonies of Australian fur seals in the region with over 9,000 cute critters calling this island home. You'll have front row seats to watch these curious creatures lounging on the rocky shores or diving into the water, getting close enough for impressive photo opportunities. 
Wilsons Prom is a hotspot for dolphins and migrating whales, offering year-round dolphin sightings and occasional breathtaking whale displays Spot dolphins and whalesWilsons Prom is not only a favourite destination for humankind, but it's also a water playground for the local dolphin population and whales in-transit from their Antarctic pilgrimage. Playful dolphins can often be spotted jumping around the boat and playing in the waves year-round. Across winter and spring, you might also be blessed with the awe-inspiring sight of a humpback or southern right whale's tail slap, fin wave, or even a full breach. 
Wanderer Adventures' bright yellow amphibious boats offer easy boarding from the beach, accessing rugged shorelines and remote islands for an exciting experience Achieve amphibious balanceWanderer Adventures' banana-yellow boats are hard to miss, but these nifty little vessels function well beyond their high-visibility. The boats are amphibious, meaning you can easily board from the shore (the cruises depart directly off the sand at Normans Bay Beach, Tidal River) before slipping seamlessly into the ocean. The most rugged shorelines and remote islands can be accessed by these state-of-the-art boats, keeping you in the heart of the action. 
Explore millions of years of geological history as you cruise past Wilsons Promontory dramatic cliffs and sea caves shaped by nature Ancient rock formationsMillions of years of geological history are on display during the tour as you cruise past dramatic rock formations that define Wilsons Promontory's coastline. From towering granite cliffs to hidden sea caves, these natural structures have been shaped by the forces of wind and water, creating a rugged landscape that tells a story of time and transformation. Pictures from Visit Gippsland website.
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