Our cycling tour is the perfect way to explore the beautiful Point Nepean National Park.
All of our tour guides have a detailed knowledge of the area and its history, making it the ideal way to experience the National Park.
$75 – Per Person
Participants need to be at least 9 years and of age and have a reasonable fitness/confidence level.
This tour will take approximately 2.5 hours.
(It may be longer, depending on group size and cycling ability).
On this tour you will ride to many historic sites.
First stop is the old Quarantine Station – A site with buildings dating back to the mid-19th Century. You’ll then cruise along Coles Track towards Cattle Jetty and Observatory Point.
Next you’ll begin the ride up to the point, stopping at a few historical forts along the way including Cheviot Hill the mysterious beach where Prime Minister Harold Holt vanished in 1967.
Once at Fort Nepean, located at the furthest point of the Mornington Peninsula. You’ll be able to hop off your bikes and explore the vast tunnels of the fortress that were used during the first and second World Wars. Not to mention the breathtaking lookout points where Bass Strait meets Port Phillip Bay. Fort Nepean helped make Melbourne, Australia’s most well-defended city.
Wildlife is also a highlight of the tour – lucky cyclists may spot Bottlenose Dolphins frolicking in the water, Australian Fur Seals playing out on rock formations, Echidnas meandering along Coles Track (a scenic bike path), Rosellas give the sky a dash of colour around Quarantine station and much more.
Min 4 ppl required*
Times:
10am – 1pm OR 1pm – 4pm
Location:
Meet inside Point Nepean National Park, follow signs to Quarantine Station Carpark. Once parked in the all day parking, head down the path towards the water following the Bayplay Bike Hire signs. We are located opposite the information center.
Inclusions:
Bicycle, helmet and refreshments for a mid-point break.
Commentary from your knowledgeable and experienced guide.
Many photo opportunities from the best vantage points around Point Nepean.
Your guide will carry:
First aid supplies, safety equipment, bike repair kit and a mobile phone.
What to Bring/Wear?
You should bring a backpack for personal items – camera, mobile phone, sunscreen and water bottle.
A hat, sunglasses, comfortable riding clothes and closed heel shoes are recommended.
You are welcome to bring along your personal bike helmet or bike if you prefer & you should definitely bring your enthusiastic sense of adventure!
Participants need to be at least 9 years and of age and of reasonable fitness/confidence level.
The pace of the trip is controlled carefully so as to maximise enjoyment and minimise effort.
A sense of fun and adventure is your biggest asset.
Booking are subject to availability.
We strongly recommend booking as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Please contact us using the form below and we can answer any questions you may have!
