Day Trips

From Melbourne: Half/Full-Day Phillip Island Guided Tour with Penguin Parade

Name: From Melbourne: Half/Full-Day Phillip Island Guided Tour with Penguin Parade
Start: 2024-12-08T13:45:00
End: 2024-12-08T23:45:00
Location: Melbourne

Visitors at the entrance of the Koala Conservation Reserve in Phillip Island

Koala’s at the Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve

Visitors see Koalas up close at the Conservation Reserve

Take a half or full-day tour of Philip Island, known for its sandy beaches and unique wildlife experiences.

Highlights

Immerse yourself in the wildlife of Australia as you make your way to Philip Island for a half or full-day tour and marvel at the stunning scenery on your way.
Watch the little penguin superstars waddle home across Summerland Beach – it's a front-row seat to nature's most adorable parade.
Don’t miss out on the treetop views of the long-term resident koalas with an optional visit to the Koala Conservation Reserve with an expert guide.
Upgrade your ticket for a premium viewing experience of the Penguin parade. Learn about their life cycle and the initiatives to protect them at Parade Visitors Center.
Fun fact: Penguins at Philip Island are called “fairy penguins”. They just weigh 1kg making them the smallest penguin species in the world.

Inclusions

Half/full-day tour of Philip Island (based on the option selected)
Audio guide in 10 languages (optional)
Expert driver guide
Access to Penguin Parade general viewing area
Entry to Koala Conservation Reserve (optional)
AC coach
Access to Penguin Parade premium viewing area (optional)
Wi-Fi (optional)

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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Elizabeth

5/5

Nov, 2024

Ticketing experience was very easy. The tour guide was amazing, so friendly from the word go, she spoke to every single person for a couple of minutes before we got on the bus. Made everyone feel very welcome. She was so good at explaining everything on the trip and gave us so many hints and tips to make the day even more enjoyable. Would definitely recommend. Fabulous experience.

Cecilia

4/5

Aug, 2024

It was very relaxing not having to do all the navigation and watching the Ozzy scenery go by. I liked all the stops. Jacob our tour guide was great too. I forgot to get professional photos of penguins at the end though.

Samantha

5/5

Aug, 2024

We had an amazing trip yesterday to Philip Island. Our driver (think it was Jacob?) was a bundle of fun and very knowledgeable. Thanks for a brilliant day!

Patricia

5/5

Jul, 2024

Great half day trip, Frank was knowledgeable about Australian history and landmarks in the area. Excellent playlist and safe driver

Emma

4/5

Jun, 2024

Suggest remove Nobbies from itinerary to allow adequate time at penguin centre. Not enough time to eat, toilet, read info etc. Sone guests only want to see the penguins but I couldn't find any tour options for just penguins. Pre check vehicle filters to avoid half hour loss of time on side of road for guests, avoidable issue that really impacted enjoyment. Tour guide Bluey was helpful and entertaining. Further time lost with explaining tips (while very welcome and valuable information) on side of road could have been sent in advance by email or explained while driving.

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Your experience

Full-day adventure of Philip Islands.

Ready to ditch the city and swap skyscrapers for stunning coastlines? Buckle up for a full-day or half-day Phillip Island adventure packed with adorable encounters and breathtaking scenery. Your comfy air-conditioned coach whisks you away from Melbourne towards Phillip Island along with an audio guide available in 10 languages. First stop? The Koala Conservation Reserve, if you pick the full-day tour. Here, alongside an experienced park ranger, stroll along treetop boardwalks for an up-close peek at koalas – nature's ultimate chill champions!

Next, you'll head to The Nobbies, a dramatic rock formation teeming with wildlife. Witness one of Australia's largest fur seal colonies basking on the rocks, their barks echoing across the vast ocean.

Meet the tiniest penguins on earth

But the star attraction awaits! As the sun dips below the horizon, casting fiery hues across the sky, prepare for the Penguin Parade. Hundreds of little penguin superstars, the world's smallest penguin breed, waddle their way back to their burrows after a day at sea. Learn fascinating facts about these incredible creatures and the important conservation efforts underway to protect them.

Want to make your adventure even more epic? Upgrade your ticket for a premium viewing experience of the Penguin Parade. Get closer to the action (without disturbing the penguins, of course!) and enjoy unbeatable views.

Know before you go

What to bring

Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite.
Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
Bring along your sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes, all-weather warm clothing for the evening, and a jumper or windproof jacket.

What's not allowed

This experience is not pram/stroller or wheelchair accessible.
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.
Suitcases and large bags are not allowed.

Additional information

A minimal level of physical fitness is necessary to complete this tour.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.