Mornington Peninsula
Australia

Mornington Peninsula

Walk the stunning coastline and bushland of the Mornington Peninsula, where breathtaking trails, world-class food and wine and European-style coastal living combine just an hour from Melbourne.

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Overview

The Mornington Peninsula is one of Victoria's most beloved destinations, and exploring it on foot reveals a side that most visitors never see. The Two Bays Track runs 26 kilometres from Dromana on Port Phillip Bay to the spectacular cliffs of Cape Schanck on Bass Strait, crossing two entirely different coastlines and the landscapes that lie between.

The route climbs through Arthur's Seat State Park before traversing Greens Bush, the largest remaining area of native bushland on the peninsula, with eucalypt forest, fern gullies and grasslands alive with kangaroos and birdlife. The trail concludes at Cape Schanck, where the historic lighthouse stands above crashing waves and rugged basalt headlands.

Beyond the walking, the peninsula delivers some of the finest food, wine and relaxation in Victoria. Hot springs, winery tours, pristine bay beaches and wild surf shores are all within easy reach, making this a walking holiday that combines genuine adventure with the pleasures of one of Australia's most charming coastal regions.


Available Walks

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Self-Guided

Mornington Peninsula Walk - 6 Days

Duration6 days
Walking Grade
3
From$2,395
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Self-Guided

Mornington Peninsula Walk - 5 Days

Duration5 days
Walking Grade
2
From$2,075
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The Mornington Peninsula experience

Wonder
Walk the dramatic ocean-facing cliffs and sheltered bayside beaches of one of Victoria's most beloved peninsulas
Discover the Mornington Peninsula's celebrated food and wine scene, with vineyards along the walking route
The Point Nepean National Park at the peninsula's tip offers extraordinary bay and ocean views in both directions
Wellness
Mornington Peninsula wineries produce exceptional cool-climate wines, and many are passed on the walking route
The combination of coastal walking and renowned peninsula food and wine creates an exceptional short break
The peninsula's proximity to Melbourne makes it the most accessible coastal walking escape in Victoria
Nature
Coastal heath, tea-tree scrub, and clifftop walks alternate with vineyard paths and sheltered coves
Resident seabirds, fairy penguins, and the occasional dolphin accompany bay-side walking sections
The southern cliff walk from Flinders to Cape Schanck passes spectacular coastal blowholes and rock formations
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More About This Destination

The climate in the south of  Victoria is temperate. Lots of rain in winter is to be expected.

The Mornington Peninsula self-guided walking holidays are available year-round. However, October through to May is a more popular time to walk.  There is no one around almost all of the year round, so it doesn't matter when you walk from that aspect.

Please see our What To Bring section in FAQ’s for more information.

For more information, please see the Bureau of Meteorology’s information concerning average temperatures and rainfall levels throughout the year.


September to November is great for walking this track as this is wildflower season. Summer can be warm, but still an excellent time to walk, as you can take a dip in the ocean or at the hot springs. It then cools down by March. Autumn is also brilliant for walking in this area, as the days are cool and crisp, and the weather is very steady with less wind. This trip is available all year round, but in the winter months between June and August, there can be some rain,  making walking more challenging.


The tracks are well are in good condition and well maintained, so we would class them as quite good. There is limited walking on beaches, but all the rest of the tracks are flat and very solid underfoot. Your walking fitness level will not be challenged by an incline. However, as you can see, the walks are all reasonably lengthy and thus you will need to be reasonably walking fit and capable of walking over 21kms a day.

It is important to come prepared for walking the Mornington Peninsula walk. We believe that what you need to bring is determined always by how long you intend to walk on the track, what time of year you are walking and whether you are going to stick around to enjoy the peninsula after the walk. What is outlined here is what we expect our walkers to have with them if they are doing one of our walks.

  • walk notes, map and map case
  • picnic lunch packed in an insulated container (when supplied)
  • quality waterproof jacket with a hood
  • warm jumper or jacket
  • sunhat
  • sunscreen (at least 15+)
  • 1 to 2 litres of water
  • first aid kit
  • toilet paper
  • some money
  • mobile phone (note that reception is not available in all walk areas)
  • personal insect repellent & Band-Aids & a small container of salt mixed with rice grains

Whether or not to carry some of these items may depend on the prevailing conditions.

  • waterproof overtrousers
  • warm hat
  • sunglasses
  • camera
  • binoculars
  • notebook and pen
  • matches
  • small torch
  • walking stick

Frequently Asked Questions

The nearest major airport is Melbourne Airport, with the Mornington Peninsula around 1.5 to 2 hours by road. All private transfers and luggage transport along the route are included in the package.

The walk is available year-round, with October through to May the most popular period. September to November is particularly lovely for wildflowers, and autumn brings cool, crisp days and steady conditions. Winter can bring more rain but the track remains walkable.

A moderate level of fitness is recommended. The tracks are well-maintained and mostly flat — elevation is not a major factor — but daily distances are reasonably long, so building walking endurance before departure is worthwhile.

Pack a waterproof jacket, warm layers, sun protection, and comfortable, broken-in walking shoes. The weather can be changeable, so being prepared for all conditions is the best approach.

Yes, and it's a condition of booking. Your policy should cover injury, cancellation, and loss of luggage.

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