Portarlington Mussel Tours
About Portarlington Mussel Tours
Portarlington Mussel Tours is not your average food experience—it’s part cruise, part harvest, and all fresh. You board a working mussel boat, cruise along the Bellarine coast, and enjoy a hands-on look at how mussels are grown. Then comes the good part: tasting them straight from the source, often paired with local wine and bay views. It’s casual, interactive, and unexpectedly fun. If you're into seafood, this is about as close as it gets to the real thing.
When to visit
Late summer into early autumn is the best time to go. Conditions are calm, the sea is clear, and the experience is comfortable without the summer crowds.
Most popular: February - March
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Location
Getting There
From Geelong CBD, drive about 30 minutes to Portarlington Harbour. If coming from Melbourne, take the Port Phillip Ferry from Docklands to Portarlington, then walk a few minutes to the tour departure point.
