Parks

Phillip Island 3 Parks Pass: Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve & Churchill Island

Name: Phillip Island 3 Parks Pass: Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve & Churchill Island
Start: 2024-11-28T19:45:00
End: 2024-11-28T21:00:00
Location: Phillip Island

Eiffel Tower view from Seine River cruise in Paris, France.

Visitors see Koalas up close at the Conservation Reserve

Koalas at the Conservation Reserve in the Phillip Island Nature Parks

Visitors with horses at the Churchill Island farm

Explore Philip Island Nature Parks, Victoria's top wildlife spot with access to attractions like the Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation, and Churchill Island.

Highlights

Just 90 minutes away from Melbourne's heart, Philip Island offers an all-inclusive day of family fun, with access to 3 nature parks.
Watch penguins waddle home! Pick a seat and wait as a group of penguins appear and steal your heart with their cute shenanigans.
Spot koalas chilling in their eucalyptus mansions! No need for fancy invitations, just follow the treetop boardwalks to find these adorable creatures.
Explore the heritage farm at Churchill Island and enjoy daily farming activities like cow milking, sheep shearing, and whip cracking.
Fun fact: Philip Island is home to the world's largest colony of Little Penguins!

Inclusions

Access to the Koala Conservation Centre
Access to Churchill Island
Penguin Parade viewing
Penguin plus viewing (optional)
Underground viewing (optional)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Reviews

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Karen

5/5

Nov, 2024

The penguins were cute and we got great views of them, particularly on the boardwalk. Koala conservation had some close up koalas to photograph which was great. Churchill island was very enjoyable and informative. The three park pass is great value

Emily

5/5

Nov, 2024

All three experiences were amazing! We loved Phillip Island. *also, just to let you know, you sent us the wrong address for the Koala Centre. It took us to a wildlife sanctuary that wasn't included in the package. We had to ask someone else for the address.

Stacey

5/5

Oct, 2024

Been able too see the sites on our own schedule with no time frame was fantastic, staff were very helpful and friendly thank you

Robin

5/5

Oct, 2024

Churchill island Farm sits on a breathtaking piece of land with gorgeous views! Loved the animals and reading about the history. The Koala Conservation Reserve gave us a chance to see koalas, wallabies and an echidna up close. Just fantastic! At the Penguin Parade, we held our breath waiting for the penguins to return to their babies. We were situated in front of the device that weighs and scans the penguins upon their return to land. It was fascinating! And we also visited the Nobbies along the way. Phillip Island is a definite must see! ❤️

Christina

4/5

Sep, 2024

I felt Churchhill Island was brilliant. So much to see of our history. Little disappointed with the penguins only saw 20 penguins and told no photos. A long way to travel from Brisbane. I felt the lights that were up were bright and more frightening for them. Koala ? Thank you Christina

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Your experience

Just 90 minutes from Melbourne, discover Victoria's wildlife haven with this all-in-one pass! Witness penguins, koalas, seals, and wallabies in their natural habitats across 3 parks.

March of the Penguins

Philip Island is home to the world's largest penguin colony. Watch the amazing seabirds waddle home to their burrows from the ocean from viewing platforms and boardwalks. Maybe you'll even get a wave from a friendly penguin!

Koala kingdom

Stroll about tree-top boardwalks to watch koalas in their natural habitat. Walk through the woodlands and notice a multitude of birds, wallabies, and echidnas. With a variety of family-friendly activities in store for you, this is a great way to explore the lush native bushland and admire Australian wildlife in its natural element.

Island exploration

Wide-open spaces and ample fresh air let you wander Churchill Island in utter peace. Historical grounds and farming activities make up most of the island. Hike or bike along the beautiful bay trails, stopping to admire the wildlife from the bird-watching huts or unwind on one of the many relaxing decks. Feeling peckish? Grab a cup of coffee at one of the cafés. Want to go all in? Try your hand at blacksmithing, cow milking, sheep shearing, whip cracking, and more.

Operating hours

Churchill Island

Monday	10:00 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Friday	10:00 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Saturday	09:00 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 PM
Sunday	09:00 AM - 05:00 PM	last entry 04:30 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

Know before you go

What to bring

It's advisable to bring warm clothes, a rug for seating, appropriate attire for all weather, comfortable enclosed shoes, a water bottle, snacks, and an umbrella or raincoat if rain is expected.

What's not allowed

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.
Large bags are not allowed inside, but you're free to take small carry-on bags.

Accessibility

All parks are wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

You can see penguins all year round, regardless of the weather. However, the penguins are wild birds. Numbers and arrival times will vary with the life-cycle activity and weather.
Penguins will arrive at the coast at sunset. Please arrive approximately 1 hour prior.
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.
If you are planning to visit more than one attraction on the same day, please allow 10-20 minutes travel time between attractions.
All attractions' operating hours may change due to maintenance, improvements, or safety reasons. Please always check for updated information regarding scheduled maintenance and closures before purchasing, and when closer to the travel date to plan your visit.