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Combo (Save 5%): Phillip Island Seal Watching Afternoon Cruise + Nature Parks Penguin Parade Tickets

Name: Combo (Save 5%): Phillip Island Seal Watching Afternoon Cruise + Nature Parks Penguin Parade Tickets
Start: 2025-01-24T11:00:00
End: 2025-01-24T13:00:00
Location: Melbourne

Seals lounging on rocks during a Seal Watching Afternoon Cruise at Phillip Island.

Penguins marching on Phillip Island Nature Parks during Penguin Parade tour at dusk

Eiffel Tower seen from a Seine River cruise boat in Paris, France.

Embark on an unforgettable Phillip Island adventure! Cruise with playful seals and watch penguins waddle home at an incredible combo price.

What do you prefer?

Seal Watching Cruise + Standard Penguin Parade

AU$134

AU$127.30

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See seals and penguins in one exciting combo
For wildlife lovers
2-hour scenic coastal cruise
Seal spotting with regular seabirds & dolphin sightings
Tea & coffee with cake
Expert local commentary
Penguin Parade from the general viewing platform
Penguins will arrive at the coast at sunset but the exact time varies daily. To ensure you don't miss them, we recommend arriving 30 minutes prior. During summer, they typically appear between 8pm and 9pm, and in winter, around 6pm (with visitor access from 5pm).
You can enjoy dinner or afternoon tea at the cafe/restaurant after your long drive.

Seal Watching Cruise + Phillip Island 3 Parks Pass

AU$166

AU$148.68

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Enjoy a cruise and 3 Phillip Island parks
Perfect for the ultimate natural park experience
Access to Koala Conservation Reserve
Access to Churchill Island
Visit Koala Conservation Reserve & Churchill Island anytime within 6 months of purchase
2-hour scenic coastal cruise
Seal spotting with regular seabirds & dolphin sightings
Tea & coffee with cake
Expert local commentary
Penguin Parade from the general viewing platform
Penguins will arrive at the coast at sunset but the exact time varies daily. To ensure you don't miss them, we recommend arriving 30 minutes prior. During summer, they typically appear between 8pm and 9pm, and in winter, around 6pm (with visitor access from 5pm).
You can enjoy dinner or afternoon tea at the cafe/restaurant after your long drive.

Highlights

Experience the thrill of cruising to Seal Rocks, home to over 7,000 Australian Fur Seals, from adorable pups to impressive adult bulls.
Enjoy educational commentary on board while sipping a hot beverage and indulging in delicious cake as you spot seabirds and dolphins.
Witness the magical Penguin Parade as little penguins waddle ashore at dusk, creating a heartwarming spectacle for wildlife lovers of all ages.
Upgrade your experience with the 3 Parks Pass to encounter koalas and enjoy traditional sheep-shearing at Churchill Island.
The Australian Fur Seals at Seal Rocks can dive over 200 meters deep in search of fish. They can hold their breath underwater longer than we can!

Inclusions

Phillip Island Seal Watching Afternoon Cruise

2-hour scenic coastal cruise
Seal spotting with regular seabirds & dolphin sightings
Tea & coffee with cake
Expert local commentary

Nature Parks Penguin Parade

Penguin Parade from the general viewing platform
Access to 3 Parks Pass (optional)

Exclusions

Phillip Island Seal Watching Afternoon Cruise

Hotel transfers

cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 29 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Reviews

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Jacqueline

4/5

Jan, 2025

Knowledgeable staff, whole environment, good visitor centre. Everything well organised and safe. It's a shame we only saw a few penguins on our particular night but that's nature I suppose!

Christopher

5/5

Jan, 2025

Ticketing was very easy and simple! All was perfect on the day, even purchased a few months beforehand! The experiences in all activities was awesome!

Matthew

5/5

Jan, 2025

These guys were great, they new what they where doing and it was a great experience all round, all the staff were fantastic and the skipper showed exceptional skill getting such a big vessel in and around the rocks to see the seals, the information and facts provided on the tour was great and we got to see heaps of seals. I would highly recommend this company for any of their tours.

Jenifer

4/5

Jan, 2025

Boardwalks and introduction to the area and experience were excellent. Ticketing experience very easy to navigate. Think the viewing platforms could be better designed to afford an improved view of the penguin beach arrivals and seating more evenly spaced to reassure visitors of best view possible without jostling. Arrival to the location well signed with beautiful landscape arrival to set the scene. Facilities excellent. Thank you and can tell you are working in continuous improvement for penguins and public alike.

Vincent

5/5

Jan, 2025

The 3 park option allowed us to get a great day on the Island with our overseas visitor. Churchill Island , koala sanctuary and of course the penguins. We also went to the knobbies the GP race track and Cowes. All excellent.

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Your experience

Cruising with the seals

Your adventure begins with a scenic afternoon cruise to Seal Rocks, home to over 7,000 Australian Fur Seals, one of the largest colonies in Australia. As the boat gently drifts near the rocks, you'll have front-row seats to a lively show –seals basking in the sun, young pups splashing in the waves, and adults diving gracefully into the sea. With onboard educational commentary, you'll gain fascinating insights into these charismatic marine mammals, from their feeding habits to their social behaviors. As you sip on complimentary tea or coffee and enjoy a slice of cake, keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and seabirds like cormorants and gannets often make an appearance, adding to the thrill of the journey.

The waddlers have arrived

As dusk falls, get ready for the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Parks. After a day of fishing, little penguins – the smallest species of penguin in the world – emerge from the ocean and waddle across the beach to their burrows. You’ll be seated on the general viewing platform, offering fantastic views of the spectacle as hundreds of penguins march ashore. Listen closely to the park rangers as they share fun facts about penguin life and behavior.

Operating hours

Churchill Island

Monday	10:00 AM - 04:30 PM	last entry 04:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM - 04:30 PM	last entry 04:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM - 04:30 PM	last entry 04:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM - 04:30 PM	last entry 04:00 PM
Friday	10:00 AM - 04:30 PM	last entry 04:00 PM
Saturday	09:00 AM - 04:30 PM	last entry 04:00 PM
Sunday	09:00 AM - 04:30 PM	last entry 04:00 PM

Phillip Island Penguin Parade

Monday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Thursday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Friday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Saturday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Sunday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Koala Conservation Reserve

Monday	10:00 AM - 05:30 PM	last entry 05:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM - 05:30 PM	last entry 05:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM - 05:30 PM	last entry 05:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM - 05:30 PM	last entry 05:00 PM
Friday	10:00 AM - 05:30 PM	last entry 05:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 05:30 PM	last entry 05:00 PM
Sunday	10:00 AM - 05:30 PM	last entry 05:00 PM

Penguin Parade

Monday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Thursday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Friday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Saturday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Sunday	05:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Know before you go

What to bring

Nature Parks Penguin Parade

You can pack a raincoat or umbrella if rain is predicted.

What's not allowed

Nature Parks Penguin Parade

Photographs and video recordings are not allowed when penguins are coming home, because the artificial light sources will stimulate the eyes of the penguins. The island implements light control at this time.
Big bags are not permitted. Only small carry-on bags are allowed inside.

Accessibility

Phillip Island Seal Watching Afternoon Cruise

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.

Nature Parks Penguin Parade

All parks are accessible by wheelchair.

Additional information

Phillip Island Seal Watching Afternoon Cruise

In certain sea conditions, vessel motion may cause motion sickness, please take precautions.
The provider reserves the right to cancel any cruise based on not meeting minimum numbers or weather conditions. You will be informed within a reasonable timeframe of this cancellation with the option of a transfer or refund.

Nature Parks Penguin Parade

Penguins will arrive at the coast at sunset. It is recommended to arrive approximately 1 hour prior.
Daily business hours may change, please check the official website of each attraction before departure.
Click here to see the estimated penguin arrival times throughout the year.
If you are planning a visit from mid-December to late January, or during a long weekend or the school holiday period, please allow extra travel time as the traffic can get busy.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.