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1 Day Exclusively Private Tour Of Phillip Island & The Penguin Parade

5 (26)
Southbank, AU
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1 Day Exclusively Private Tour Of Phillip Island & The Penguin Parade

5 (26)
Southbank, AU
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Experience the best of Phillip Island on this exclusive private tour that will leave you in awe. Spend 11 hours exploring the island's top attractions, including the Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Centre, Cape Woolamai, and a Local Wildlife Park. Along the way, embark on a wildlife spotting adventure as you search for wild wallabies in a serene natural woodland setting. With pre-paid entry to all these incredible attractions, you can make the most of your time on the island. Upgrade your Penguin Parade ticket for a more immersive experience or choose from a selection of optional extras like the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park or Churchill Island. This tour offers flexibility, allowing you to tailor your itinerary according to your preferences. Contact us now to book this unforgettable journey.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 11 hours
  • Suitable for 1-5 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All fees and taxes
  • Professional Driver / Guide
  • Warm blankets for the Penguin Parade
  • Pre-paid entry to The Penguin Parade (General Viewing) *Upgraded tickets available at aditional cost
  • Pre-paid entry to the Koala Conservation Centre
  • Entrance fee's to all the attractions that we visit are included in the tour price
  • Upgraded ticket option to the Penguin Parade (*subject to availability if you wish to upgrade).
  • Food and beverages

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Introduction

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Phillip Island on this exclusive private tour. Spend 11 hours exploring some of the island's most popular attractions, including the famous Penguin Parade, the Koala Conservation Centre, Cape Woolamai, and a local wildlife park. With pre-paid entry to all these amazing spots, you can immerse yourself in the natural wonders and wildlife of this stunning island.

What to expect?

On this tour, you can anticipate an unforgettable day filled with incredible experiences and sights. Get up close and personal with adorable koalas at the Koala Conservation Centre, where you can learn about their conservation efforts. Witness the magic of the Penguin Parade as these charming creatures make their way back to their burrows at sunset. The warm blankets provided will keep you cozy as you observe this incredible natural phenomenon. Explore Cape Woolamai, known for its stunning coastal landscapes and rugged cliffs. Spot wild wallabies in a serene woodland location and discover other hidden beauty spots on the island.

Who is this for?

This private tour is designed for anyone who wants a truly personalized and immersive experience on Phillip Island. Whether you're a nature lover, animal enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique adventure, this tour is perfect for you. Families, couples, and solo travelers will all find something to enjoy on this exploration of the island's natural wonders.

Why book this?

By booking this exclusive private tour, you'll have the opportunity to fully customize your experience. With a professional driver/guide, you can take your time at each attraction and truly soak in the beauty of Phillip Island. The convenience of pre-paid entry to all the attractions ensures a seamless and stress-free experience. Enjoy the comfort of private transportation, complete with WiFi on board and bottled water. This tour provides the flexibility to upgrade your Penguin Parade ticket to various options, subject to availability. Don't miss out on this chance to create unforgettable memories on Phillip Island.

Good to know

Please note that the tour includes a General Entry ticket to the 'Standard Viewing Platform' at the Penguin Parade. If you wish to upgrade your ticket to options like 'Penguins Plus, Underground Viewing, Guide Ranger, Ultimate, or VIP', availability is subject to change and must be booked in advance. Feel free to contact us at +61 466 888 775 to discuss the different upgrade options available on your desired date. Food and beverages are excluded from the tour, allowing you to choose your own dining experiences on the island.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced this private tour of Phillip Island rave about the personalized and intimate nature of the excursion. They praise the knowledgeable guides who provide fascinating insights into the island's wildlife and natural landscapes. Visitors are particularly enchanted by the Penguin Parade, describing it as a magical and heartwarming experience. Many appreciate the convenience of pre-paid entry to all the attractions, making their day seamless and hassle-free. Overall, reviews highlight the exceptional service, breathtaking scenery, and unforgettable moments that make this tour a must-do for anyone visiting Phillip Island.

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

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade

Guests will experience a private tour on Phillip island, stopping at different attractions on the way (included in your tour cost). Attractions include the Penguin Parade, Churchill Island, Koala Conservation Centre and a local waildlife park.

Admission Included

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

This attraction is one of our ''OPTIONAL EXTRAS'' To enjoy this attraction you will need to upgrade your booking to add 1 x additional hour. You may only do this but contacting us after making your booking, to check if this option is available or not.

Admission Included

Maru Koala and Animal Park

This attraction is included in your tour.

Admission Included

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

This attraction is one of our ''OPTIONAL EXTRAS'' To enjoy this attraction you will need to upgrade your booking to add 1 x additional hour. You may only do this but contacting us after making your booking, to check if this option is available or not.

Admission Included

Phillip Island Wildlife Park

This attraction is one of our ''OPTIONAL EXTRAS'' To enjoy this attraction you will need to upgrade your booking to add 1 x additional hour. You may only do this but contacting us after making your booking, to check if this option is available or not.

Admission Included

Churchill Island

This attraction is one of our ''OPTIONAL EXTRAS'' To enjoy this attraction you will need to upgrade your booking to add 1 x additional hour. You may only do this but contacting us after making your booking, to check if this option is available or not. Please note that Churchill Island is only offered on a seasonal basis.

Admission Included

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Churchill Island Heritage Farm

This attraction is one of our ''OPTIONAL EXTRAS'' To enjoy this attraction you will need to upgrade your booking to add 1 x additional hour. You may only do this but contacting us after making your booking, to check if this option is available or not. Please note that Churchill Island is only offered on a seasonal basis.

Admission Included

Seal Rock

This is an OPTIONAL EXTRA (and an additional cost is involved). This tour is via eco boat and needs to be booked at least 72 hours in advance. It is subject to availability and weather conditions. Participation in this tour will result in the substitution of other attractions, as the boat tour duration is approximately 3 hours.

Admission Not Included

A Maze'N Things

This attraction is one of our ''OPTIONAL EXTRAS'' Upon booking, you will be contacted as to which ''Optional Extra'' your group would like to add to the tour. Maximum of one complimentary optional attraction per tour. A minimum of 2 hours is required for this attraction, so one other attraction will need to be substituted out from your tour (e.g Churchill island). This Optional Extra needs to be booked at least 72 hours in advance.

Admission Not Included

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Koala Reserve

Entry to the Koala Conservation Centre is included in your tour price. This private 1 day tour to Phillip island offers a range of attractions to visit, which offering the flexibility to spend more time at the sights that interest you the most. We also have added 'Optional Extras'. Please contact us prior to the travel date to choose which option you would like to choose as some require 24 hours notification to book.

Admission Included

F Oswin Robert Koala Reserve

Guided walk through this reserve with your guide to spot some of the islands unique wildlife. This private 1 day tour to Phillip island offers a range of attractions to visit, which offering the flexibility to spend more time at the sights that interest you the most. We also have added 'optional extras'. Please contact us prior to the travel date to choose which option you would like to choose as some require 24 hours notification to book.

Admission Included

Purple Hen Winery

This attraction is one of our ''OPTIONAL EXTRAS'' To enjoy this attraction you will need to upgrade your booking to add 1 x additional hour. You may only do this but contacting us after making your booking, to check if this option is available or not. Please note, this winery closed on certain days of the week.

Admission Included

National Vietnam Veterans Museum

This attraction is one of our ''OPTIONAL EXTRAS'' To enjoy this attraction you will need to upgrade your booking to add 1 x additional hour. You may only do this but contacting us after making your booking, to check if this option is available or not.

Admission Included

The Nobbies Centre

This private 1 day tour to Phillip island offers a range of attractions to visit, which offering the flexibility to spend more time at the sights that interest you the most. We also have added optional extra's. Please contact us prior to the travel date to choose which option you would like to choose as some require 24 hours notification to book.

Admission Included

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

(Pass by)

*The tour only passes by the grand prix circuit. Should you wish to visit the circuit, please contact us in advance to enquire of the additional cost and the possibility of a visit.

Flynns Beach

This private 1 day tour to Phillip island offers a range of attractions to visit, which offering the flexibility to spend more time at the sights that interest you the most. We also have added optional extra's. Please contact us prior to the travel date to choose which option you would like to choose as some require 24 hours notification to book.

Pyramid Rock

This private 1 day tour to Phillip island offers a range of attractions to visit, which offering the flexibility to spend more time at the sights that interest you the most. We also have added optional extra's. Please contact us prior to the travel date to choose which option you would like to choose as some require 24 hours notification to book.

Phillip Island Winery

This attraction is one of our ''OPTIONAL EXTRAS'' To enjoy this attraction you will need to upgrade your booking to add 1 x additional hour. You may only do this but contacting us after making your booking, to check if this option is available or not. Please note, this winery closed on certain days of the week.

Admission Included

Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre

We stop here for a restroom break and to purchase any souvenirs. This private 1 day tour to Phillip island offers a range of attractions to visit, which offering the flexibility to spend more time at the sights that interest you the most. We also have added optional extra's. Please contact us prior to the travel date to choose which option you would like to choose as some require 24 hours notification to book.

Admission Included

Reviews

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5 (26)

chikofthesea

Fantastic! The Phillip Island Penguin Parade was the end goal, but James packed so much more into the full-day tour. He asked if there was anything specific I wanted to see, and suggested, “We can go to A, B, or C if you like.” He mentioned a place where I could pet a koala, and I immediately opted for that. A few minutes later at the Maru Koala and Animal Park, I got to meet Mana the Koala. He was soft, fluffy, and adorable, and I spent several minutes petting him as he sat on his perch, slowly chewing eucalyptus leaves and looking at me. Then, James walked with me through the rest of the park, telling me about the dingoes, emus, kangaroos (including all-white, albino ‘roos), wombats, and a Tasmanian devil. I loved that the ‘roos let us come right up to them. They even nibbled food from the palm of my hand. James took me to some more animal conservation parks on our way to the Penguin Parade. To my delight, I got to see wallabies bouncing through the woods, an echidna rooting in the ground for ants, and a kookaburra chirping in a tree. The Penguin Parade that evening was fun and fascinating. Watching the 12-inch-tall Little Blues come out of the sea in groups, and waddle up the beach to their burroughs and mates was the highlight of an amazing day. I highly recommend Posh Penguins and James. You will get a great tour, customized to your interests, with a professional, friendly, and knowledgeable guide.

skiuba3

We had a great trip with James to Phillip Island. The highlight was the Penguin Parade, which is definitely worth a visit. We were advised that the General Viewing can be crowded in the summer ( and it certainly was), so James got us Penquin Plus tickets. We were escorted by an enthusiastic park guide, and were able to go to special areas such as the underground viewing and the staff lookout tower. This full-day tour included other great experiences: the Koala Preserve, and Phillip Island Wildlife Park, where we were able to feed kangaroos and see Emus, large snakes, exotic birds and a Tasmanian Devil. James has a great personality. He was knowledgeable, relaxed, accommodating, and never rushed us. It was a fun day. I would definitely recommend this tour, especially with James.

675bh

What a wonderful tour we were given by James. Throughout the booking James kept in touch with me and explained everything in full detail. One could not ask for better guide. James avoided the crowds and insured that the animals we saw were active and entertaining. The Italian restaurant where we ate had delicious food and again, we were able to avoid the crowds. The penguins parade was a delight. We were mesmerized by an overstuffed penguin who kept toppling over as it waddled past the underground viewing area. The koalas, wombats, Tasmanian devil, kangaroos, snakes, long neck turtles and other animals all were fascinating. James also made a few stops where we could watch surfers and observe magnificent beach views. James is an excellent tour guide and a delight to be around. I highly recommend touring Philip Island in a small group; you will surely not be disappointed!

gailh582

We took a 10 day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef from Sydney and after disembarking, we flew to Melbourne specifically to do Posh Penguin Parade and we’re lucky to have had James as our guide! Such a wonderful and easy to converse with young man! Totally enjoyed our 12 hours with him and learned so much from all his knowledge about the area and animals we seen. He truely enjoys what he does and it shows….i can’t imagine being able to enjoy showing people wild animals in their natural habitat! We upgraded to the underground bunker viewing area and it was not over crowded because they only sell so many tickets to prevent that from happening. People don’t listen though about not taking photos which is just awful….i could say so much more but won’t. The kangaroos hopping around the fields were excitingly enjoyable and James pointed out an echidna going into a field from the side of the road and said it’s rare to see that, so we felt special to be able to see it! I /we would not hesitate to do the tour again in a heartbeat especially with James! Well worth it We Thank you James! Gail, Larry, Brittany and Scott USA

H9666LNstevec

This tour was absolutely the best and truly a highlight of our trip to Australia. No matter where you live in the world, if you visit Australia you've got to make time on your itinerary to get down to Melbourne and book a tour with Posh Penguins. We are from the US and the booking process was easy. The company quickly responded by email or telephone to any questions we had. Our guide, James picked us up at our Hotel in the CBD (Central Business District) of Melbourne and while on the road he shared his wealth of knowledge about Australia and the wildlife (Kangaroos, Wallabies, Koolas, birds, etc.). On this 11-12 hour tour we first visited a local wildlife park where we were able to feed Kangaroos and get up and close with a Koola. We stopped for lunch at a quick café called Island Pies which had the most delicious puff pastry pies (I had a Scallop pie and my wife had a beef and mushroom). After lunch we visited Churchill Island where we learned about sheep shearing and saw a sheep being sheared. Also, we witnessed a trained sheepdog demonstration. On Churchill Island we also saw wild Wallabies, and many different species of native birds. The Posh Penguin tour also includes a stop at Swan Lake where we also saw different species of birds along with wild Kangaroos. The tour also includes a visit to the Koala Conservation Center where there are a number of Koalas and if you’re lucky, (we were) you’ll see a Koala that is actively eating and moving around from one Eucalyptus tree to another quite close to you, where you could touch them, but don’t. Before it gets dark, you will visit the Nobbies area of Philip Island (home of the Penguin Parade) which is quite scenic with the rock formations and ocean waves. We learned that the Philip Island Nature Park which is where you will see the famous Penguin Parade is a non-profit conservatory that supports Penguin research and has helped increased the population of penguins. Shortly after sunset almost like clockwork you will see hundreds of penguins leave the ocean nightly to return to their burrow. Truly amazing. James and Posh Penguins delivered a non-rushed very informative tour that was well worth it, we loved it.

jeffreyeW2665TH

What a fantastic day we had with James, we booked a private tour for two and he really looked after us!!

G7696OWsharonh

This took this tour as part of a cruise ship shore excursion. I didn’t know much about the company or the tour prior to the tour, as it was an anniversary gift from my mother-in-law who lives locally. But we were pleasantly surprised with a simply wonderful day out of exploring the island and the Penguin Parade to round it all off. Their tours I believe normally start off in Melbourne, but I would recommend this tour for anyone arriving to Phillip island by cruise ship.

PizzaSelector

This was a fantastic day out. My wife and my teenage lad and I had an amazing day with James exploring the island. Overall seamless service an easy company to book with. We also enjoyed a subsequent tour along the great ocean road a few days later, which we added after at the end of our first tour.

U1540KGjuliah

We had a blast on this tour. Our guide Erin was warm, funny and really knew the area well. We were initially unsure of how a tour of the penguin parade would work. We had assumed the island was tiny, with just the penguins as its inhabitants. Turns out we were completely wrong and its quite a big island, and we spent a few hours on the island itself, exploring it with our guide before we went onto the Penguin Parade later in the evening. The only negative i could think of was the dinner at the Penguin Parade, although to be fair we were pre-warned by our guide not to expect much as they have a captive audience over that far side of the island. The food wasn't too bad, but it was overrun with tourists and the food was at tourist prices. We would have preferred something a bit more local. It's a shame an alternative doesn't exist nearby.

julia b

We took a tour of the entire Phillip Island with a visit to the Penguin Parade. His depth of knowledge of the island and the penguin habitat made the experience our highlight during our time in Australia. I didn't realise there was so much more to the island than just Penguins. A very special place indeed.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-23 18:17
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