Penguin Parade Phillip Island Tour from Melbourne
- Witness hundreds of the world’s smallest penguins
- Sunset at the Penguin Parade with spectacular coastal views from Summerland Beach
- Visit Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve and stroll along the boardwalk trails in search of koalas
- Explore The Nobbies Center at Seal Rocks, with spectacular clifftop views and penguin burrows
- Penguin Parade Visitor Center offers a dynamic environment to learn about wildlife conservation and penguins
- Phillip Island is a beautiful island with a majestic coastline and a stunning natural landscape
- It's an Australian wildlife discovery experience that's suitable for the whole family
Options
1-Day Phillip Island Tour
Inclusions
Admission to attractions
Professional guide
Guided tour inside the attraction
Live commentary on board
Digital audio guide (phone download)
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Child seats
Sightseeing bus tour
Penguin Parade general viewing entry
Admission into Koala Reserve
National Park entry fees
Australian wildlife sighting, in the wild!
Onboard water refill station
Air-conditioned mini-coach travel
Audio translation available in 10 languages - Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese and Spanish
Exclusions
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Insurance
Meals
Penguins + Viewing Platform (Adult: AUD35 per Child: AUD25)
Penguins Guides Ranger Walk (AUD80)
Penguins Underground Viewing Area (AUD65)
Additional Info
Child fare prices apply from 0-12 years old
Children aged 13+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Infants aged 0-4 are not permitted to travel on adult laps and must be safely restrained within a child protective seat
Infant protective seats are free of charge and must be requested at the time of booking
No luggage storage facilities are provided on the day tour. It is recommended you bring a small daypack not heavier than 5 kg
Inappropriate luggage presented at departure, such as suitcases, strollers, walking frames, and wheelchairs may result in refusal to board unless previously arranged
The tour operates daily in all weather conditions
This tour does not operate on Christmas Day
Please get in touch with the operator at [email protected] or call +61 (0)3-9393-1333 within 7-day before departure to re-confirm tour
No photography or filming is permitted at the Penguin Parade. Penguins have sensitive eyes, and a bright, sudden flash or unusual light can frighten or disorientate a penguin
Please always refer to the pick-up time that is shown in the confirmation details of your voucher once it has been booked successfully
This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Caps or hats
Backpack
Cash
Water bottle
Camera
Walking shoes
All weather warm clothing
This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
What's included in Penguin Parade Phillip Island Tour from Melbourne
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 11:05, pick up. Please select your pick-up location at the checkout page, pick-up times begin from 13:05pm during the summer months (Oct to Mar) & 11:05am during the winter months (Apr to Sep).The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time This is a shared transfer and pick up could be early or late
- [Departure] 11:45, meet up at Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria). 13:45 (summer), 11:45 (winter) ** Please follow the voucher pick-up time
Pick-up location: Immigration Museum - 400 Flinders St Cnr Market St Melbourne.The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time This is a shared transfer and pick up could be early or late
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Phillip Island, Koala Conservation Reserve, The Nobbies Tourist Centre, Phillip Island Nature Park
- [Return] 23:59, Shuttle included
Our Favourites
Experience one of Australia’s most magical wildlife events as hundreds of Little Penguins waddle ashore at Phillip Island! This unforgettable tour combines stunning coastal scenery with close encounters with native animals. Start your journey at the Koala Conservation Reserve, where boardwalk trails offer views of koalas in their natural habitat. Visit the Nobbies for dramatic sea views and a chance to spot seals, wallabies, and native birds. The highlight awaits at the Penguin Parade Visitor Centre—learn about conservation, then watch as tiny penguins emerge from the sea at sunset in a truly heartwarming spectacle. It's a rare opportunity to witness wildlife in such a natural and protected setting. Perfect for nature lovers and photographers alike, this tour promises lasting memories.
- Comfortable shoes are recommended for the walking tour
- Enter your hotel name and address at the check-out page
- How to get there: By bus, take No.234 or 236 bus to Queens Bridge St stop and walk for 1 minute
Reminder for Departure Times
- Remember that the departure times will change due to daylight saving hours; currently, the operator is operating on the winter schedule. When the operator moves to summer, each departure time will be pushed back 2 hours as per below:
- 06 Oct 2024 - 05 Apr 2025 summer @ 1:45pm
- 06 Apr 2025 - 04 Oct 2025 winter @ 11:45am
- 05 Oct 2025 - 04 Apr 2026 summer @ 1:45pm
- 05 Apr 2026 - 03 Oct 2026 winter @ 11:45am
- 04 Oct 2026 - 03 Apr 2027 summer @ 1:45pm
Route
How to get there
By bus: Take No.234 or 236 bus to Queens Bridge St stop and walk for 1 minute
Meet
Venues
- Phillip Island Nature Parks
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