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Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne with Penguin Plus Viewing Platform

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Melbourne, AU
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Experience one of Australia's most incredible wildlife adventures on this Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne. Get up close and personal with iconic Australian animals, starting with a guided tour through the Phillip Island Koala Reserve. Learn about the history and relevance of the reserve while admiring these adorable creatures. Afterward, explore the beautiful coastal township of Cowes and enjoy the seaside scenery and unique stores. Then, head to the Nobbies Rocks for a chance to spot penguins nesting in their burrows and take a walk along the boardwalks to admire the rocky coast. But the ultimate highlight awaits at sunset—the famous Penguin Parade. Watch as the world's smallest penguins waddle ashore in a delightful nightly ritual. Choose the perfect seat at the Visitor Information Centre to witness this magical spectacle. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 8 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • & Audio GuidedGuided Experience
  • Witness the world-famous penguin parade
  • Get up close with iconic Australian koalas
  • Enjoy incredible views of the coastal cliffs
  • Explore the beautiful seaside township of Cowes
  • Experience the smallest penguins in the world
  • Expert driver guide with live commentary spoken in English
  • Admission to Phillip Island (Penguins plus viewing area)
  • Admission to Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve
  • Meals not indicated
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

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Introduction:

Discover one of Australia's most incredible wildlife experiences on the Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne with Penguin Plus Viewing Platform. This unforgettable tour takes you on a journey to witness the world-famous penguin parade from the brand new exclusive penguins plus viewing platform, an experience that will leave you in awe. But that's not all, your day trip also includes a visit to the Phillip Island Koala Reserve, where you can get up close and personal with the iconic Australian koalas. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and wildlife on this captivating tour.

What to expect?

On this tour, you can expect to be amazed by the breathtaking beauty of Phillip Island's wildlife. The day begins with a guided walk through Phillip Island's Koala Reserve, where you can learn about koalas, their history, and the importance of the reserve. Then, you'll explore Phillip Island, home to a diverse range of animal species. You'll have the chance to wander through the coastal township of Cowes, with its picturesque scenery and charming shops. Next, you'll visit the Nobbies Rocks, where you can take a guided walk to see the rocky coast and spot penguins nesting in their burrows. Finally, the main highlight of the day awaits - the Penguin Parade. Witness the adorable Little Penguins as they make their daily journey back to their nests, an enchanting spectacle that will leave you in awe.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for nature and animal lovers of all ages. Whether you're a local looking for a unique experience or a traveler seeking the best of Australian wildlife, this tour promises an unforgettable day. Families, couples, and solo adventurers will all find enjoyment in this immersive wildlife experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to see some of Australia's most iconic animals up close and witness the incredible penguin parade.

Why book this?

The Phillip Island Day Trip is an exceptional opportunity to connect with nature and witness the beauty of Australian wildlife. The highlight of the tour is undoubtedly the penguin parade, where you can observe the smallest penguins in the world as they make their way back to their nests. The brand new exclusive penguins plus viewing platform provides the perfect vantage point for an up-close and personal experience. Additionally, you'll have the chance to visit the Phillip Island Koala Reserve, where you can get an intimate encounter with adorable koalas. With knowledgeable guides and a carefully crafted itinerary, this tour ensures an immersive and educational experience.

Good to know

Please note that the tour duration is approximately 510 minutes. The meeting point for this tour is the Immigration Museum in Melbourne, but alternative pickup locations can be arranged if necessary. Prepare for a day filled with natural wonders, beautiful coastal landscapes, and incredible wildlife encounters. Keep in mind that weather conditions may affect the visibility and movement of the penguins, but rest assured that this experience will be memorable regardless of the weather. Ensure you have comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a camera to capture the special moments.

Reviews

Customers have raved about the Phillip Island Day Trip. Many have praised the unforgettable experience of watching the penguins as they parade back to their nests, describing it as a magical and heartwarming sight. Travelers have also appreciated the knowledgeable guides who provide interesting insights into the wildlife and history of the island. The opportunity to get up close with koalas at the Phillip Island Koala Reserve has been a highlight for many visitors. Overall, guests have expressed their satisfaction with this wildlife-packed tour and highly recommend it for a unique and memorable Australian experience.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

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. Guide to accompany the group and assist Ranger with the group.

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Phillip Island

From the Koala Wildlife Park, it is a short drive to Phillip Island, a 10,000-hectare home to more than a hundred varieties of animal species. 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.

Cape Woolamai

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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.

Cowes Beach

Generally, we 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.

The Nobbies Centre

Next, we arrive at the Nobbies Rocks where we take you on an optional guided 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.

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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!

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Reviews

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4.5 (70)

Tracey_H

Seeing hundreds of penguins suddenly appear out of the water was so exciting. Watching them waddle off to their homes in the cliff, quite a distance away for some of them, was wonderful. I’m glad we opted for the VIP viewing platform. Looking at The general seating platform it seemed quite a distance from the water. Before that we had seen koalas when we walked around a wild reserve. Would have liked longer there as it was a large reserve to explore.. A long day, but very worthwhile. New coach too Which added to the satisfaction of the dsy

Audrey_G

Our bus driver Fiona was fabulous! We were particularly excited because 5 (five!) koalas were awake at the Conservatory. The penguins were cute and I was super glad I paid for Penguine Plus. Great tour. Fabulous driver/guide.

robert_f

The best part was the penguin parade. That made the trip!!! The koala preserve was ok. Pay extra for premium seating

Danielle_N

The experience was amazing. Our tour guide/ driver was very kind, knowledgeable , helpfulz. I highly recommend this tour for those who come visit Melbourne and want to experience the beautiful nature and wildlife.

Gil_S

The penguins! The stars were pretty nice to see too. That is all. Don’t ask for more compliments. It’s not nice.

Patrick_S

This was easily one of the most memorable days we had during our extended trip in Australia. We have been actively discussing when to come back so we could experience this again! For our tour, our pickup was around mid-afternoon (around 2 PM), so we actually had time in the morning to enjoy ourselves in Melbourne and stock up before heading out on the tour. Our tour guide, Fiona, was simply a delight! She knew quite a lot about our tour locations, made great effort at ensuring everyone on the tour had a great time, and also dispensed some great pearls of wisdom in terms of how best to view the penguins and experience the koala sanctuary. To start, we went from Melbourne to a koala sanctuary on Philip Island. The sanctuary had a number of koalas up among the trees, including some really adventurous ones who were fully awake and walking around the bush! We were so very lucky that we got to see as many as we did, especially the ones who were eating and were up and about. There were also a number of phenomenal birds throughout the sanctuary that made for some excellent photos and that also provided a cacophonous backdrop for the experience. After dinner in a nearby town, it was off to see the penguins! We first stopped at a lookout near the Penguin Parade, where we got some phenomenal vistas along with a few penguins poking their heads out of their burrows (including a few hiding under the boardwalk!). Afterwards, it was on to the main event: the Penguin Parade! We had the Penguin Plus tickets, which gave us access to a viewing platform near the Super Happy Penguin Highway (you'll understand when you see it), and the experience was equal parts crazy, silly, happy, and kooky. So many penguins! And they're so cute!!! I really don't want to go into too great of detail about it to save everyone the surprise, but it was just such an unusual and delightful experience. We even saw a few penguins try to follow people home! To anyone traveling through Melbourne, I cannot recommend this experience highly enough. The tour was a fantastic experience, Fiona was such a gracious and lovely guide, and the Penguin Parade was just so wild and incredible. I am so happy we booked this tour and we cannot wait to do it again some day!

Jennifer_A

If you’re looking for an experience to explore wild life this is the perfect tour! From Koalas to Wallabies to Penguins and many more, the fun doesn’t end. While they give information on the bus on your journey, the experience is more diy.The bus was very comfy and the journey there goes by fast. I recommend to pay extra for the penguin platform to get a closer up view! I also recommend to shop at the souvenirs before the main event as after the lines are massive.

Gary_K

Fiona, our guide, was terrific. She was very informative and had several great tips for better viewing, a five star guide. The koala conservatory was very good. You really saw the koalas up close. The penguin parade was the highlight. We choose to upgrade to the Penguin Plus seating and we were just feet away. There was an underground viewing area which the penguins would walk up to and look in their curious nature.

Ashley O

We enjoyed everything about our day as was provided by the tour company and our driver, Ilkay! As others have mentioned, the only thing that detracted from the special, extraordinary experience, was other people not following rules, standing in front of others, pushing for seating, and taking photos of the penguins when repeatedly scolded. Sad that we are there to help the endangered wildlife and some people are more concerned with their instagram. Otherwise- certainly worth the extra $$ for the penguin Plus seats; others in our tour said they couldn’t see nearly as much in general seating. Highly recommend this tour from Melbourne!

janerD4794HA

A wonderful chance to get out of the city and see some of the wildlife. The tour is well run and went to schedule. Good job, Vicky, Great opportunity to see koalas in a natural environment at the koala conservation centre. Good choice of places to dine in Cowes followed by an amazing time on the beach watching the penguins come in for the night, would thoroughly recommend.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-20 03:10
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