✅ What’s Included
• 1-hour scenic return cruise from San Remo Jetty
• Local commentary and stories about the area and wildlife
• Complimentary tea and coffee onboard
• Cake served on the return leg

🚫 What’s Not Included
• Transport to San Remo Jetty
• Travel insurance
• Personal items (camera, jacket, etc.)

Seasonal Weather Expectations

Summer (Dec–Feb) — Warm days (20–26°C), ideal for calm seas and marine sightings.
Autumn (Mar–May) — Mild (15–22°C), pleasant cruising conditions.
Winter (Jun–Aug) — Cool (10–16°C), possible windier days but dramatic cliffs and bird activity.
Spring (Sep–Nov) — Mild (14–20°C), good visibility and wildlife.
Cruises operate year-round but are subject to weather; conditions can be cooler on the water.

Documents & Essentials
• Booking confirmation (digital is fine)
• Photo ID if required

Clothing (layered for cooler sea conditions)
• Jacket or windbreaker
• Comfortable clothes and closed shoes

Toiletries & First Aid
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Hat

Electronics
• Camera or phone for photos

Accessories & Nice-to-Haves
• Refillable water bottle
• Binoculars (optional) for closer wildlife views

Cape Woolamai is one of Phillip Island’s most spectacular headlands with towering granite cliffs and caves formed over thousands of years.

San Remo Jetty is the departure point and also home to the daily 12 noon pelican feeding run by the local Fishermans Co-Op.

The waters around Cape Woolamai support a rich variety of seabirds including cormorants, gannets and wedge-tailed eagles.

Seals and dolphins are regular visitors to the area and can often be seen from the boat.

Phillip Island Bridge offers a striking view as you pass underneath on the return leg.

The cruise is weather dependent – local operators know the conditions best and will adjust or cancel if needed for safety.

San Remo is a small coastal town known for its relaxed vibe and easy access to Phillip Island attractions.

Wildlife viewing is natural – the boat keeps a respectful distance so the animals remain undisturbed.

The area is popular year-round – arrive early on weekends and school holidays for parking.

Carbon Footprint & Offset Report: Cape Woolamai Cruise

Quick Snapshot

Estimated CO₂e footprint per participant: 65 kg CO₂e
(higher-end conservative estimate – covers all on-tour impacts plus average local travel to/from San Remo Jetty)

Our 200% offset commitment per booking: 130 kg CO₂e
Funded through genuine landscape restoration in climate-vulnerable developing regions (reforestation, mangroves, soil regeneration, etc.). This creates real net-positive impact beyond neutrality.

Tour summary

• 1-hour scenic cruise (departs San Remo Jetty; multiple daily departures e.g. 10:45am, 12:45pm, 2:30pm)
• All-year operation (subject to weather and minimum numbers)
• Departs and returns to San Remo Jetty (170 Marine Parade, San Remo VIC 3925)
• Stable passenger vessel
• No accommodation included
• Meals: Complimentary tea & coffee with cake served on return
• Highlights: Spectacular granite cliffs and caves of Cape Woolamai, turquoise waters, birdlife (cormorants, Australasian gannets, wedge-tailed eagles), possible marine life (dolphins, seals), sail under Phillip Island Bridge, local commentary & stories

Overview

This report estimates the carbon footprint for one individual participant on this tour using higher-end data from trusted sources. We intentionally choose upper-range figures to fully cover every impact – including hard-to-measure parts like supply chains and indirect effects.

We then double it (200%) and fund genuine landscape restoration projects in developing and climate-affected regions worldwide. This goes beyond standard offsetting to deliver real, lasting benefits for ecosystems and communities.

All figures in kg CO₂e (carbon dioxide equivalent – the standard measure that includes all greenhouse gases).

Tour Details

• Duration: 1 hour
• Key locations: San Remo Jetty start/end, Cape Woolamai (granite cliffs, caves, turquoise waters), Phillip Island Bridge
• Travel style: Relaxed scenic coastal cruise with wildlife viewing and commentary
• Assumptions: Average participant, standard behaviours, higher-impact choices where uncertain. Local travel to San Remo Jetty is factored into the higher-end footprint for completeness.

Calculation Approach

• Sources: UK DEFRA 2025 conversion factors, Australian National Greenhouse Accounts 2024, UNWTO tourism data, IPCC guidelines, and peer-reviewed studies.
• Higher-end scale: Upper-range emission factors everywhere, plus well-to-tank fuel effects, +20% uncertainty buffer, and conservative assumptions for short marine cruise operations and complimentary onboard refreshments.
• Per person, full tour experience.
• Excludes only purely personal extras (e.g. souvenirs).

Detailed Emissions Breakdown (per participant)

Transportation – 40 kg CO₂e

• Average local travel to/from San Remo Jetty (higher-end mix of car, taxi or short transfers): 25 kg
• All on-tour passenger vessel cruise (1 hour return, shared): 15 kg – higher-end marine diesel factor

Accommodation – 0 kg CO₂e

• Cruise only – no overnight stay

Meals & Food – 15 kg CO₂e

• Complimentary tea/coffee + cake on return: 15 kg – higher-impact estimate including production and waste

Activities & Excursions – 10 kg CO₂e

• Scenic cruise, wildlife spotting (birds, possible seals/dolphins), local commentary and stories

TOTAL ESTIMATED FOOTPRINT PER PERSON: 65 kg CO₂e

Our 200% Offset Commitment

• Amount we will offset:2 × 65 kg = 130 kg CO₂e per individual booking
• How: Direct funding of landscape restoration projects – reforestation, mangrove protection, regenerative agriculture, wetland and soil carbon restoration
• Where: Developing countries and regions most affected by climate change (e.g. Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America) for maximum global benefit and community co-benefits
• Why 200% and higher-end estimates: To guarantee coverage despite any measurement discrepancies and to create genuine extra positive impact

Important Notes

• Numbers are deliberately conservative (higher) so we over-deliver on restoration – real footprint may be lower
• The tour already has strong sustainability practices (focus on marine habitat education and wildlife viewing from a distance); our independent higher-end analysis adds extra certainty
• Carbon accounting has natural uncertainties – doubling it is the responsible way
• This directly supports long-term carbon-sequestering landscapes and local communities

How long is the cruise?
It is a 1-hour scenic return trip from San Remo Jetty.

What time do we depart?
Departures are at 10:45am and 12:45pm (subject to the day – check live availability).

Do we need to book in advance?
Yes – especially during school holidays and weekends when numbers are limited.

Is the cruise suitable for children?
Yes – infants 0-2 travel free (must be added to booking) and all children must be supervised. Front deck is restricted to those over 1 metre tall for safety.

What should I bring?
A jacket (it’s cooler on the water), camera, sunglasses, hat and a refillable water bottle.

Is there food on board?
Yes – complimentary tea and coffee are served, with cake on the return leg.

What happens if the weather is bad?
Cruises may be cancelled or adjusted for safety – you’ll be notified and offered a refund or reschedule.

Do we see the pelican feeding?
The 12:45pm departure usually returns in time to see the 12 noon pelican feeding at San Remo.

Is parking available?
Yes – free parking is available near San Remo Jetty, but arrive 30 minutes early on busy days.

Can I bring my own food or drinks?
Light snacks are fine, but alcohol is not permitted.