Glide across the largest inland waterway system in Australia aboard a private sailing vessel. Gippsland Lakes' mirror-still waters, remote sand spits, and untouched eucalypt shorelines make this the definitive bucket-list way to experience this UNESCO-recognised wetland.
What to expect
Board a well-appointed sailing vessel and ease out across the shimmering Gippsland Lakes system, the largest network of navigable inland waterways in Australia. Your skipper navigates the channels between Lake King, Lake Victoria, and Lake Wellington, pulling into secluded anchorages inaccessible by road. Watch for white-bellied sea eagles overhead and dolphins riding the bow wave. The tour wraps with sundowner drinks as the Gippsland dunes glow gold.
Good to know
Duration is flexible — 2 to 6 hours depending on your party's wishes. Pre-book directly as private charters fill quickly in summer. Departs from Metung or Paynesville; confirm pick-up point at booking. Check all-aboard time carefully and opt for the 2–3 hour format if docking time is tight.