Tour Departs:Approximately 9:00am – 1:00 pm (Seasonal)
The Penguin Parade Phillip Island Tour is about a 120 minute drive from Melbourne. This famous island is a picturesque isle off the coast of southern Victoria, famous for its sandy beaches, cliffs, and variety of wildlife. Throughout this tour, you will have the opportunity to visit spectacular destinations, including the Moonlit Sanctuary, the Nobbies, and of course the famous Penguin Parade.
The Phillip Island Day Tour begins with pickup from Melbourne and a journey straight to Phillip Island. But before we cross the bridge onto the island, we'll make a stop at the Moonlit Sanctuary. Here, you will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of Australia’s native wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, birds, reptiles and other animals. If time permits, we take you to Cape Woolamai Beach where you can enjoy the fresh air. Put your toes in the sea while you watch the surfers do their thing.
From the Moonlit Sanctuary, we jump back in the bus, for a short drive out to The Nobbies. At the Nobbies, take the time to visit the brand new marine centre and wander along the coastal boardwalk to admire stunning rocky views, whilst keeping an eye out for the local fur seals.
Now it’s time for the main attraction of the Phillip Island Penguin Tour. Of course, it’s the Penguin Parade! Sit back and relax as some of the world’s smallest penguins emerge from the sea and waddle into their burrows. The Penguin Parade is a once in a lifetime, unforgettable experience.
Join us, as we discover many of Phillip Island’s popular tourist destinations, including the Moonlit Sanctuary, the Nobbies, and of course, the famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
Observe Phillip Island's little penguins make their way home to their burrows
View koalas and other Aussie animals in their native habitat
View Seal Rocks and spectacular coastal scenery at the Nobbies
Includes/Excludes
National park fees
Penguins Parade general admission
Entry to the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park
Wildlife spotting
Friendly informative tour guide/driver
Air-conditioned transport
Pickup and dropoff at selected Melbourne & St Kilda locations
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Upgrades, even pre-booked upgrades, are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. Contact us to check availability if you would like to travel during the school holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Information About Your Tour Operator
We only work with high quality, experienced and reliable tour operators. You will receive information about the operator of this tour in a confirmation email once you have completed your reserva
What To Bring
Comfortable walking shoes
Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
Camera
Water Bottle
Jacket in the cooler months
Fitness Requirements
Low level of fitness required
Children
Child prices are for children aged 3 – 15 years old (we don’t carry children under the age of 3)
Please provide the children’s ages in the notes when you make a booking
We are unable to take strollers on this tour.
Accessibility
Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible, as there are some stairs required to climb to get to the Scenic World Railway.