Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour from Melbourne

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Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour from Melbourne

By Explore Australia Tours

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Features

Free cancellation available
12h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Discover one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences on a full-day journey from Melbourne to Phillip Island with Explore Australia Tours.

Travel in comfort on our small group tour aboard our purple bus, guided by a passionate local expert.

Visit Moonlit Sanctuary to see koalas, kangaroos and more in a natural bushland setting. Take in coastal views at Cape Woolamai (summer only) and enjoy a relaxed stop in Cowes.

Stroll the Nobbies Boardwalk for sweeping ocean views and wildlife spotting before the highlight of the day.

At sunset, watch hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore at the world-famous Penguin Parade.

With all entry tickets included, multilingual audio via our free app, and an eco-accredited focus, this is a seamless and unforgettable way to experience Victoria’s wildlife and coastal beauty.

This is a truly unique opportunity to get up close and personal with nature and wildlife!

Activity location

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
- 550 Tyabb-Tooradin Rd
- 3912, Pearcedale, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
- 550 Tyabb-Tooradin Rd
- 3912, Pearcedale, Victoria, Australia

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General Viewing

12h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 12:30

Price details

S$149.52 x 1 AdultS$149.52

Total

What's included, what's not

Multilingual audio commentary via the Explore Australia app-based (code provided by your guide)
All National Park fees
Travel in modern air-conditioned vehicle
General entry to Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Friendly and knowledgeable local guide
Selected Melbourne pick-up and drop-off
Entry into Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
Small-group Phillip Island experience
Lunch is available to purchase at Moonlit Sanctaury
Dinner is available to purchase at Phillip Island
Snacks at own expense

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Specialised infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

2h
Admission ticket included

Visit Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, where you will encounter iconic Australian wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, reptiles and the elusive Tasmanian devil. Set within natural bushland, this immersive experience allows you to get closer to native animals while learning about vital conservation efforts. You may also have the opportunity to enjoy an up-close encounter with a koala or wallaby (additional cost applies).

Cape Woolamai

Feel the sand beneath your feet with a scenic stroll along Cape Woolamai Beach, one of Phillip Island’s most spectacular coastal locations. Known as a world-class surf beach, watch skilled surfers ride powerful waves while taking in sweeping ocean views and dramatic coastal scenery. (Time permitting)

The Esplanade

Soak up the relaxed seaside charm of Cowes, Phillip Island’s main township, with time to stroll along the picturesque foreshore, Cowes Pier and The Esplanade. This vibrant coastal hub is filled with cafés, restaurants, boutique shops and a local microbrewery, offering the perfect place to unwind and take in the holiday atmosphere. Food and drinks can be purchased at your own expense. (Time permitting)

The Nobbies Centre

Visit the iconic Nobbies on Phillip Island, where you can explore scenic clifftop boardwalks overlooking the rugged coastline of Bass Strait. Take in breathtaking panoramic views across to Seal Rocks, home to one of Australia’s largest fur seal colonies, while spotting seabirds and native wildlife along the way. Wander the elevated boardwalks and, if conditions allow, witness the impressive blowhole in action. A must-see highlight showcasing the raw beauty of Phillip Island.

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade

2h
Admission ticket included

Witness the world-famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island, home to the largest colony of little penguins. From the general viewing platform and boardwalks, watch as hundreds of penguins emerge from the ocean at sunset and waddle across the beach to their burrows. As darkness falls, follow their journey along the illuminated boardwalks as they return home, offering incredible close-up viewing opportunities. This unforgettable wildlife experience is both heartwarming and unique, giving you a rare chance to observe these adorable seabirds in their natural habitat. A true must-do when visiting Victoria and one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife encounters.

Location

Activity location

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
- 550 Tyabb-Tooradin Rd
- 3912, Pearcedale, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
- 550 Tyabb-Tooradin Rd
- 3912, Pearcedale, Victoria, Australia

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