Set sail for school holiday fun with Port Phillip Ferries

September 12, 2025 BY
Port Phillip Ferries holidays

Travel from Portarlington or Geelong to Melbourne’s Docklands in comfort and spot dolphins, seals and seabirds along the way.

FAMILIES across Geelong and the Bellarine have two fantastic reasons to set sail with Port Phillip Ferries this September school holidays.

Whether it’s a day trip across the bay to Melbourne or a fun Magical Movie Singalong Cruise, these school holiday specials are designed to make family time easy, fun and affordable.

Kids Go Free Ferry Travel

From Saturday, September 20 to Sunday, October 5, kids aged 4–16 can travel free of charge on regular ferry services when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Simply use the code PPFKidsFree when booking online.

Travel from Portarlington or Geelong to Melbourne’s Docklands in comfort

Spot dolphins, seals and seabirds along the way

Arrive ready to explore or shop without the hassle of traffic or parking

This offer is the perfect way to plan a family adventure to Melbourne, or welcome city friends to discover our own beautiful region. Pre-booking is essential.

From Saturday, September 20 to Sunday, October 5, kids aged 4–16 can travel free of charge on regular ferry services when accompanied by a parent or guardian.

 

Magical Movie Singalong Cruise

For a special treat, step aboard the Magical Movie Singalong Cruise on September 23 and 30 from Docklands. This 90-minute, all-ages interactive show turns the ferry into a floating stage with live performances of much-loved songs from Frozen, Moana, The Lion King, Toy Story, The Little Mermaid and more.

Warm, dry and fully undercover – rain, hail or shine

Live singalong entertainment perfect for kids (and grown-ups too!)

Snacks and refreshments available on board

Individual tickets start from $25, with great value family bundles available.

The Magical Movie Singalong Cruise turns the ferry into a floating stage with live performances on September 23 and 30.

 

Travel tip: Families from the Bellarine can make a full day of it. Use the Kids Go Free offer on the 11am ferry from Portarlington to Docklands, enjoy lunch on the waterfront, then step straight onto the Magical Movie Singalong Cruise for an afternoon of fun before sailing home again.

School holidays are always popular, so bookings are essential.

Kids Go Free is only valid on regular ferry services and does not apply to special events such as the Singalong Cruise or Archibald Exhibition packages.

To find out more and to book tickets, head to portphillipferries.com.au/events

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