Phillip Island Tour: Experience Koalas and Penguin Parade Day-Trip from Melbourne

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Experience the magic of Phillip Island Tour, where you can meet adorable koalas and witness the breathtaking Penguin Parade. Don’t miss this must-visit attraction in Victoria!

Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Koala Reserve - It is only a 1hr 45min drive from Melbourne directly to Phillip Island. On arrival you will be greeted by Phillip Island Nature Parks Ranger for a guided walk through Phillip Island’s Koala Reserve. You will be given a presentation about Koalas, history and relevance of the Reserve and the last area of natural woodland on the island.
Cape Woolamai - Phillip Island boasts a population of approximately 15,000 which is boosted during the busy tourist seasons. There are three main settlements being Cape Woolamai, New Haven & Cowes. Our stop at Cape Woolamai beach is seasonal subject to weather permitting and mostly visited during summer season.
Cowes - During summer time we often make time to wander through the coastal township of Cowes. Sheltered alongside the calm Westernport Bay this township was named after Cowes on the Isle of White. Beautiful seaside scenery, unique stores to peak into and many nice restaurants to purchase food. This stop is only due to timing restrictions in winter as there are less hours of day light.
The Nobbies Centre - Next, we arrive at the Nobbies Rocks where you can take a walk down the boardwalks to see the rocky coast and spot Penguins nesting in their burrows. Then we travel along the Phillip Island backroads through Phillip Island Penguin Habitat. Enjoy incredible views of the coastal cliffs on your way to the Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade - The main attraction of Phillip Island tour has always been the Little Penguins doing their daily ritual of penguin parade. These little friends are the smallest of its kind in the world. Enjoy sunset at the Visitor Information Centre and choose the right seat to have a great view of the main spectacles of the day — the Penguin Parade!

What's Included

Air-conditioned new midi-coach travel
Experienced local driver guide assistance
Live commentary in a social atmosphere
Admission to Koala Conservation Reserve
Admission to Nature Park with Penguin Parade

What's Not Included

Meals not included, guests will have an opportunity to support locals and buy lunch along the way.
Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
Travel insurance is highly recommended
Personal expenses

Additional Information

Experience the remarkable Penguin Parade on Phillip Island as you observe a settlement of Little Penguins traversing the beach from the sea. Our journey to the Penguin Parade begins with a stop at a Koala Reserve, giving us the opportunity to interact with some quintessential Australian animals. Embark on a tour and have an intimate experience with our indigenous Australian fauna. Our destination is Phillip Island Nature Parks, renowned for its pristine beauty, sandy shores, steep cliffs, and exclusive wildlife encounters. The island acts as a habitat for an impressive number of approximately 32,000 little penguins. A visit to Phillip Island Tour is highly recommended and is a hit amongst tourists in Victoria.

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.
Child fare prices apply from 0 to 12 years old. Infants aged 0 to 4 are not permitted to travel on adult laps and must be safely restrained within a child protective seat. Infant protective seats are free of charge and must be requested at time of booking.
Limited storage space on our vehicle, baggage kept to 1 x 5-7kg day bag per person. Our vehicles are not wheelchair, prams or child stroller accessible please refrain from bring on tour.
Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing.

Location

Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria)

Flinders Street

Our main meeting point for this tour is Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St corner of Market St, Melbourne @ 11:45am (winter) and 13:45pm (summer).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Natalieax6345he

Oct 1, 2024

Loved it, brilliant day out!! - Had an amazing day, seeing the incredibly cute penguins and koalas as close to nature as possible to be. Fiona was our brilliant and experienced guide. She made the experience interesting and her passion for the wildlife and environment around the island is evident throughout - thanks Fiona, fab experience!!