Just your group
A private vehicle and local outdoor guide for your partner, family or friends, with up to 10 guests. Share the journey and the day's adventures together.
Wild coast. Local food. Hot springs.
Private Mornington Peninsula & Hot Springs Adventure
Share a coastal hike, enjoy lunch somewhere local and unwind at Peninsula Hot Springs with your own group. Your private vehicle and guide make it easy to enjoy both sides of the Peninsula together.
Up to 10 guestsPrivate vehicle & guide2 hours hot springsHotel pickup
Adventure first. Relaxation later.
Experience both sides of the Mornington Peninsula.
Gather your partner, family or friends for a day of fresh sea air, local food and time to slow down. The Peninsula brings together rugged coastline, native bushland and geothermal bathing, all within a day trip from Melbourne.
Our recommended day starts with views from Arthurs Seat, followed by the 5 km Bushrangers Bay hike and a walk around Cape Schanck. After lunch at a local cafe, enjoy around two hours in the shared Bath House at Peninsula Hot Springs.
With your own vehicle and guide, the day belongs to your group. Follow this itinerary or contact us beforehand to discuss your interests and walking abilities. We will confirm your pickup, route and Hot Springs booking arrangements before you book.
The Hike & Seek difference
Hike. Eat. Soak.
An active morning and a relaxing afternoon, shared with the people you choose. Your guide looks after the driving and route while you enjoy the coast, conversation and time together.
Hotel pickup included
Start from your Melbourne CBD hotel or accommodation within approximately 5 km by road of the CBD. Send us your address so we can confirm pickup.
Explore the coast on foot
Our recommended day includes the 5 km Bushrangers Bay hike and shorter walks at Arthurs Seat and Cape Schanck, with a guide alongside your group.
Time to unwind
Balance an active morning with around two hours in the shared Bath House at Peninsula Hot Springs. We confirm entry availability and arrangements before you book.
Local food and good company
Pause for lunch at a Peninsula cafe after the hike. Enjoy a relaxed meal with your group before settling into the afternoon's bathing time.
Plan it around your group
Tell us about your walking abilities and interests beforehand. We can discuss shorter walks or different stops, allowing for travel time and your Hot Springs booking.
“Spend the morning exploring the wild coast. Spend the afternoon soaking it all in.”
Your suggested adventure
Wild in the morning. Wonderful in the afternoon.
Start above the Peninsula at Arthurs Seat, then lace up for our 5 km Bushrangers Bay hike and explore the dramatic coastline around Cape Schanck.
Then settle in for lunch at a local cafe before around two hours at Peninsula Hot Springs. This is our recommended route; we can discuss changes beforehand, allowing for travel time, conditions and your confirmed bathing time.
The adventure
Melbourne→Arthurs Seat→Bushrangers Bay→Cape Schanck→Local Lunch→Peninsula Hot Springs→Melbourne
7:30 AM
Private Melbourne Pickup
Your local guide picks up your group for a day of coastal adventure and relaxation. Hotel pickup is included in Melbourne CBD and at accommodation within approximately 5 km by road of the CBD, subject to confirming your address. Staying outside this area? Meet us at our usual central Melbourne pickup point.
Meeting point if outside the hotel pickup area:180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Morning
Arthurs Seat
Begin above the Peninsula at Arthurs Seat, where views stretch across Port Phillip Bay and, on a clear day, towards Melbourne. Enjoy the scenery and some morning tea together before heading towards the southern coastline.
Late Morning
Bushrangers Bay Coastal Hike
Follow your guide on a 5 km return walk through coastal bushland towards Bushrangers Bay. Take in the rolling landscape, listen for native birds and keep an eye out for kangaroos as the trail leads towards the Southern Ocean.
Late Morning
Bushrangers Bay
Arrive at a coastline of basalt cliffs, breaking waves and rugged sand. Pause with your group, take photos and enjoy the ocean scenery before the return walk through the national park.
Midday
Cape Schanck
Continue to Cape Schanck for a shorter walk around the boardwalks and lighthouse precinct. Look out across the cliffs and ocean, explore the coastal landscape and enjoy another side of the Peninsula with your guide.
Lunch
Lunch at a Local Cafe
After the morning walks, settle in at a local Peninsula cafe for lunch. Choose something you enjoy, have a coffee and spend time chatting with your group before the afternoon slows down at the Hot Springs. Lunch is purchased separately.
Afternoon
Peninsula Hot Springs
Swap hiking shoes for swimmers and enjoy the geothermal pools at Peninsula Hot Springs. Our recommended itinerary allows around two hours in the shared Bath House, subject to booking availability. Your private-tour quote will confirm admission and towel arrangements for your group.
Afternoon
Two Hours to Soak
Take your time enjoying the Bath House, moving between pools and relaxing after the morning's coastal walk. This is your chance to slow down together before the journey home. Bathing takes place in the venue's shared facilities, rather than an exclusively hired space.
Approx. 5:30 PM
Return to Melbourne
Relax on the drive back to Melbourne after a day of coastal walking, local food and geothermal bathing with your own group. Return arrangements and approximate timing will be confirmed with your itinerary.
Adventure and relaxation, together.
Hike the coast. Then switch off completely.
Your own vehicle and guide. Up to 10 guests. Enquire for your private-tour quote.
Is this your kind of day?
For people who love getting outside and slowing down.
Whether you are planning a day with friends, a family outing or time away together, this trip balances movement, good food and relaxation. Tell us what matters to your group and we will help plan the day.
You'll love this tour if you:
- ✓Want to explore the Peninsula's coastal trails.
- ✓Want a private vehicle and guide for your group.
- ✓Love wild beaches, cliffs and Southern Ocean scenery.
- ✓Are comfortable with an easy-to-moderate 5 km coastal hike.
- ✓Appreciate good coffee and a relaxed local lunch.
- ✓Want plenty of time to actually enjoy the Hot Springs.
- ✓Want to spend the day with family or friends.
- ✓Want local knowledge and help with the planning.
Talk to us before booking if you:
- —Need a fully accessible, step-free itinerary.
- —Want a sightseeing-only tour with almost no walking.
- —Are uncomfortable walking around 5 km on uneven trails.
- —Don't want to visit Peninsula Hot Springs.
Your local crew
A local guide to bring the day together.
Hike & Seek is a small independent Melbourne tour company built around hiking, wildlife and time in nature. Our friendly, First Aid qualified guides share the places they love and help you feel at home on the trail.
Your private guide walks Bushrangers Bay with you, helps the group find a comfortable pace and looks out for wildlife along the way. From the first coastal view to the afternoon's venue arrival, you have someone looking after the details.
Tell us your group's interests before you travel. We can discuss how to balance walking, lunch and relaxation, with the day's timing planned around your agreed route and Hot Springs booking.
First Aid qualifiedLocal knowledgeIndependent & localPrivate guiding
The essentials
What's included
- ✓Your own local outdoor guide
- ✓Private vehicle for your group
- ✓Mornington Peninsula National Park entry
- ✓Guided 5 km Bushrangers Bay hike
- ✓Arthurs Seat & Cape Schanck
- ✓Hot Springs admission confirmed in your quote
- ✓Around 2 hours bathing on the recommended itinerary
- ✓Towel arrangements confirmed in your quote
- ✓Delicious snacks
- ✓Up to 10 guests
Not included:Lunch, drinks and personal expenses are purchased separately. Your private-tour quote will specify Hot Springs admission, towel arrangements and the total price before you book.
Before you book
Private Mornington Peninsula tour FAQs
What makes this a private Mornington Peninsula tour?
Your vehicle and local outdoor guide are exclusively for your group, with up to 10 guests. Follow our recommended hiking and Hot Springs itinerary or contact us before booking to discuss changes. Attractions, walking tracks and the Hot Springs Bath House are shared with other visitors.
How much does the private tour cost?
Contact us for a quote with your preferred date, group size and itinerary requests. We will confirm the total private-tour price, including the agreed Hot Springs admission and towel arrangements, before you book. Lunch, drinks and personal expenses are purchased separately.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is included in Melbourne CBD and at accommodation within approximately 5 km by road of the CBD. Send us your address before booking so we can confirm whether it is in the pickup area. The distance is by road, rather than a straight-line radius.
Where do we meet if we are outside the hotel pickup area?
Our usual central meeting point is 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. We will confirm your pickup location and departure time before the tour.
Can we customise the itinerary?
Yes. Contact us beforehand with your interests, group size and walking abilities. We can discuss changes to the walks or stops, subject to travel time, weather, access and venue availability. Hot Springs entry is booked for an agreed time, so significant changes need to be arranged before booking.
How much walking is involved?
The recommended itinerary includes a guided 5 km return hike to Bushrangers Bay, plus shorter walks at Arthurs Seat and Cape Schanck. The main trail is undulating with some hills and occasional steps. Walking distances may change with an agreed customised route.
How difficult is the Bushrangers Bay hike?
The hike is Grade 2 and does not require previous bushwalking experience. Everyone should be comfortable walking around 5 km on an undulating trail with uneven surfaces and steps. Tell us about any concerns before booking so we can discuss a suitable plan.
Is the Hot Springs visit private?
The tour vehicle and guide are private to your group. The recommended Hot Springs visit is to the shared Bath House, where other visitors will also be bathing. It is not an exclusive hire of the pools or venue.
Are Hot Springs entry and towels included?
Our public tour includes Bath House entry and towels. For your private booking, we will specify admission, towel arrangements and the total price in your quote before you book, so you know exactly what is covered.
How long do we spend at the Hot Springs?
We plan around two hours of bathing on the recommended itinerary. Entry time and availability will be confirmed with your booking, and the rest of the day will be planned around that time.
Where do we have lunch?
We stop at a local Mornington Peninsula cafe after the coastal walks and before the Hot Springs. Lunch and drinks are purchased separately. Let us know about dietary requirements before the tour.
Can we book for a family or a group with different walking abilities?
Tell us the ages, walking experience and needs of everyone in your group before booking. We can discuss shorter walks where practical and check the venue arrangements for your group. The standard walking itinerary is not fully step-free.
What time does the tour depart and return?
For the recommended itinerary, we suggest leaving Melbourne at approximately 7:30 AM and returning around 5:30 PM. Exact times depend on your pickup location, agreed route, Hot Springs booking, traffic and conditions.
Will we see kangaroos?
There are opportunities to spot kangaroos and native birds around the Bushrangers Bay area, but sightings cannot be guaranteed. Your guide will help you watch any wildlife from a respectful distance.
What should we bring?
Bring comfortable trainers or hiking shoes, water, warm layers, a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and your swimsuit. Sandals or slip-on shoes can be useful for the bathing areas. We will confirm towel arrangements before the tour.
What happens in bad weather?
Coastal weather and track conditions can affect the walks. Your guide may adjust the route for safety or access, and we will discuss any significant changes with you. Venue arrangements will be confirmed for your booking.
Can we bring luggage?
Vehicle storage is limited. Please contact us before booking if you need to bring anything larger than a small day bag.
How do we book, and what are the cancellation terms?
Send an enquiry with your preferred date, number of guests, pickup address and itinerary requests. We will confirm availability, the full price, inclusions and private-tour cancellation terms before you book, including any applicable venue booking conditions.
Adventure and relaxation, together.
Wild coast. Good food. Two hours in the Hot Springs.
Share your preferred date, group size and what you would love to do. We will help plan your private Peninsula day and confirm the itinerary, venue arrangements and total price before you book.
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