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Queenscliff → Sorrento
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Travel time 40 minutes
Tickets are Flexible
Pets are Welcome!
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Set sail for a sun-kissed aperitivo on Port Phillip Bay. For Melbourne Food & Wine Festival 2026, we’re partnering with ONDA—our new Mediterranean-style restaurant at the Sorrento Ferry Terminal—for a mid-bay moment on the bay.
Your $60 ticket includes return foot-passenger ferry travel between Queenscliff (12.00pm departure) and Sorrento (1.00pm departure), ONDA’s signature panuzzi (their pizza-meets-sandwich obsession) and an ONDA spritz—limoncello bright or rosemary-and-olive fragrant. Sea views, salty air and ONDA’s effortless Med flavours do the rest. Keep an eye out—you might even spot a dolphin between sips.
Running Friday 20 – Sunday 29 March 2026, capped at just 30 guests per day, Aperitivo Afloat is part of MFWF’s Unique offerings, under-$100, and absolutely one-of-a-kind. Book quickly; these sailings won’t hang about.
Inclusions
- Choice of 1 x Spritz - Choice of 1 x Panuzzi - 2-hour return sailing (foot passengers only)
Location
The Aperitivo Afloat is held onboard Searoad Ferries, in the Portsea Lounge at the front of the vessel. Times are as follows: - 12 noon departing Queenscliff to Sorrento - OR 1pm departing Sorrento to Queenscliff - Vessels depart strictly on time.
Duration
2 hours, including boarding & disembarkation.
Bookings are essential
We require all Aperitivo Afloat bookings to be made at least 72 hours in advance of the scheduled sailing. Subject to availability.
Menu
A tailored menu of 3 panuzzi options and 3 spritz options to select from. Click link to view menu.
Dietary requirements
Please notify our team at least 72 hours prior to sailing of all dietary requirements and we will endeavour to cater to your needs. Please email [email protected] to contact our team directly.
Terms and conditions
- Change of date – outside 72 hours changes can be made to another date, but is subject to availability, and must be redeemed during promotional period. - Cancellation/refunds – 100% refund with at least 7 days notice. Inside 7 days 100% cancellation fee/ non-refundable. - - Aperitivo Afloat is a return ferry trip for the times stated. Should disembarkation occur during the event, the balance of the event and the return ferry ticket is forfeited. Ferry passage taken outside the event will need to be purchased. - Searoad Ferries reserves the right to cancel the event and will offer an alternative date or 100% refund. - Ferry carriage is as per the Terms and Conditions here.
Further Questions?
Visit our FAQ’s here, email [email protected] or call (03) 5257 4500.
Very good trip today with our caravan, we saw some dolphins 🐬 🐬🐬
Lauren Grogan
Google Review
I have been dreaming of this trip for 15 years since I arrived in Melbourne. Finally my dream came true and it was more than expected. It is the closest Melbourne's day trip adventure. Highly recommend!
Victoria Repka
Excellent!! Ferry very clean including restrooms. Cafe on board with adequate choices. Very, very enjoyable sitting on deck cruising across the bay. Queenscliff Terminal a pleasant place to wait to board. Must see the video showing in the little side room - it's awesome.
Sue M
Trip Advisor
Embarking on a family trip with Searoad Ferries from Queenscliffe to Sorrento was a life-enriching experience that left a lasting impression. The journey was incredibly smooth, with breathtaking views of the bay and coastline that inspired a sense of wonder. The ferry's impeccable cleanliness and comfort, combined with its cozy cafe and warm hospitality, made for a truly uplifting experience. Savoring the delicious coffee and taking in the majestic scenery was the perfect way to unwind while exploring the region's natural beauty.
Gurtej Singh