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From Melbourne: Healesville Sanctuary & Phillip Island Tour with Penguin Parade

group of penguins at Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Park
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Owl ( Bird of Prey ) sitting on a helper's hand at Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Park
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Make the most of your visit to Australia with tickets to the Healesville Sanctuary and a chance to watch the renowned Penguin Parade.

Highlights

  • Explore the unique fauna of Australia with a visit to the Healesville Sanctuary & attend the famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island with hotel transfers from Melbourne.

  • Journey through Melbourne’s suburbs toHealesville Sanctuary for a unique Australian wildlife experience as you meet Kangaroos, koalas, and more.

  • Marvel at the colonies of seals scattered across Seal Rocks and visit Nobbies Centre to learn fascinating insights about the rich marine wildlife.

  • Finally, for the highlight of your tour, witness the fantastic Penguin Parade as they make their way to their burrows after merging from the waves.

  • Fun fact: Male penguins often give female penguins rocks as gifts to woo them which the females then use to build their nest!

Inclusions

  • Full-day tour of Philip Island

  • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

  • Live commentary

  • Entry to Healesville Sanctuary

  • Entry to Point Grant & The Nobbies

  • Access to Phillip Island Penguin Parade

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Meet the Aussie natives

As you drive away from the bustle of Melbourne to the tranquility of Phillip Island, relax in an air-conditioned coach as seascapes pass you by, setting the stage for an exciting escapade. When you think of the fauna of Australia you might picture koalas, kangaroos, and platypus all lazing under the warm sun. Well, on this tour, get to meet the Australian animals at Healesville Sanctuary.

A sea of seals & penguins

Next stop: Seal Rocks, home to about 16,000 seals, making it Australia's largest fur seal colony. Here, you'll also visit the Nobbies Centre, a remarkable marine discovery hub that'll expand your knowledge about local marine wildlife. As the day transitions into a sunset, brace yourself for the famed penguin parade. Seize the chance to be a part of a rare audience who witness these little creatures, the smallest penguin species standing just 33 cm tall, as they waddle their way across the beach to their burrows.

Additional information

What to bring

  • It is recommended to bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, camera, water bottle, and umbrella if rain is forecast.

  • It's recommended to wear warm clothes.

Accessibility

  • The Healesville Sanctuary is pram/stroller and wheelchair accessible; wheelchairs are also available for hire for which a photographic ID is required.

What's not allowed

  • Assistance animals are allowed except at the kangaroo walk-through, Koala Forest, all walk-through aviaries, flight arena shows, and close-up encounters.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Pick-up & Drop-offs

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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