Tag: Port Phillip Bay in Portarlington
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Enjoy some 15 kms of dedicated track that meanders along the water’s edge of Port Phillip Bay – between Portarlington and St Leonards in Victoria. Absolutely perfect for either cycling or hiking – whether you feel up to tackling the entire distance, or, just a section of it – the views across Port Phillip Bay are stunning, the seaside villages still historically beautiful and should it become a little hot, simply stop Read more…
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Category: Swimming
Swimming at any one of Portarlington’s magnificent beaches capitalises on their magnificent north facing aspect. There are numerous sheltered coves accessible directly from The Esplanade, and along which, a walking / cycling trail follows the entire shoreline to St Leonards. Located some 1.5 km the main shopping precinct, along The Esplanade, this particular cove provides a number of facilities such as a jetty, boat Read more…
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Category: Jet Skiing
Jet skiing is a most popular past time on the waters of Port Phillip Bay at Portarlington – especially during the warmer, Summer months. With a choice of boat ramps, ample parking and an extensive list of facilities, Portarlington’s north facing beaches are just perfect to enjoy a myriad of water sports . . . Helpful Hints: Portarlington weather info – Close proximity Read more…
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Category: Snorkelling | Diving
Snorkelling in the clear, blue waters of Port Phillip Bay at Portarlington in Victoria provides the opportunity of exploring many varied underwater landscapes – from rock shelves with flourishing gardens of marine plant life, to the historic remains of old jetties . . . Rock formations to explore can be found just metres east of the main beach and not too far Read more…
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Category: Swimming
The main beach in Portarlington in Victoria bestows an expanse of sandy beaches stretching some 1.5 km to the westward from the Portarlington Pier and another 200 m or so to the eastward. Heading east there are numerous sheltered coves accessible directly from The Esplanade, which also capitalise on the magnificent aspect of the north facing beaches. Refreshments can be found on Read more…
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Category: Paragliding | Hang gliding
The north facing Cliffs of Portarlington provide paragliders and hang-gliders the rare opportunity to capitalise on northerly winds and glide the thermals over Port Phillip Bay . . . Helpful Hints: – Car Parking available all along The Esplanade – Close proximity to Town Centre – obtain Directions here – Facilities available at Portarlington include: – BBQ’s – Picnic Tables – Public Toilets – Read more…
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Whether your sailing vessel is large or small, Portarlington in Victoria, provides a variety of opportunities to maximise your enjoyment of the stunning Port Phillip Bay. Launch your sail boat from one of the free boat ramps, or should you be travelling in a larger craft, the waters surrounding Portarlington Pier are sufficiently deep to safely berth and make the most of the many facilities available Read more…
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Category: Kayaking | Rowing
Kayaking the waters of Port Phillip Bay at Portarlington, in Victoria, is just beautiful. On a calm day, one can kayak for kilometres . . . Observe the changing shorelines – from beaches to escarpments of many varied colours. Looking into the water presents all manner of underwater landscapes and marine life. Launch your kayak from any one of the free boat ramps available, or, directly Read more…
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Category: Boating
Whether you are cruising your launch in from one of the many destinations located around Port Phillip Bay, or launching your ‘tinnie’ ready for a day’s fishing, Portarlington in Victoria, provides a variety of opportunities to maximise your enjoyment. Launch your boat from one of the many free boat ramps available along the shoreline, or should you be travelling in a larger craft, the Read more…