Victoria is home to many treasures, and the centre of recreation in Australia. If you are a boat-enthusiast, then it is no different. Grab your schedule and start planning for a boating retreat in Victoria, complete with some of the best views and waters that you may ever come across. Here is a round up of the most popular mooring destinations in Victoria.
Western Port (Mornington Peninsula)
The Western Port Marina is a hard destination to forget. Located in the iconic Mornington Peninsula, it is a site visited by local and international visitors alike. Add this destination to your visit list if you are looking for a plethora or tourist fun, as well as ample boat mooring in Mornington Peninsula. The Peninsula is built around the beautiful waters, and not surprisingly it has become a popular wedding destination with venues and real estate boasting some of the best views in Victoria.
Port Melbourne
You won’t get closer to the action than with Port Melbourne. Port Melbourne has four key moorings within a closeby radius of each other. This will suit the boat goers who want to hit the water, but also soak up the delights of dining and cultural experiences within Melbourne. The mooring destinations are Melbourne Trailable Yacht Club, NewQuay Marina, Docklands Yacht Club and Marina E. They each offer a range of premium floating berths, in addition to water, electricity and equipment services.
Sorrento
Sorrento has huge appeal to visitors who are looking for nautical sports, right through to those who are seeking some restore and recovery time. It’s also a big boating destination, with a reputable boat club offering mooring to small and large vessels. Sorrento is not too far from Melbourne CBD, so a day visit between boating trips is absolutely achievable. If you don’t have everything you need, or you’re looking to power up before you hit the water, the Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club has a range of basic services to get you out on the water sooner.
Williamstown
Williamstown is another destination high on the list of boat enthusiasts in the know. There is certainly room for everyone as Williamstown has four key mooring destinations, each of which has up to 120 moorings. The community of Williamstown know they have a stunning local area, and environmental care and cooperation is required of all boats who stay at one of these berths. These key mooring destinations are Hobson’s Bay Yacht Club, Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, Savages Wharf and Anchorage Marina Melbourne Williams.
Saint Kilda
If you have heard of Saint Kilda, then you would know that it is synonymous with its beaches and waters. This mooring destination is huge with local boat enthusiasts who know they can experience calm waters, stunning views, and a great arrival on land with the many places Saint Kilda has to offer. Be mindful of any Saint Kilda festivals or events that may or may not be on when you are planning your boating trip. Given the popularity of the location, there is a rolling calendar of events which centre around the beach and waters. The three key mooring berths in Saint Kilda are Royal Brighton, Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron and St Kilda Marina.
Victoria is home to so many moorging destinations that accompany great culture, dining and nightlife. Have peace of mind knowing that your boats are in safe hands within these world renowned berths, leaving you and your team free to wander these communities and spend endless days out on the water.