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Small-Group Phillip Island Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne

4.8 (331)
Southbank, AU
4.8 (331)
Southbank, AU
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Experience the wonders of Australia's native wildlife on this small-group Phillip Island Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne. Start at Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park, where you'll meet and interact with koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, and an array of colorful birds and reptiles. Then, head to the Nobbies to witness the largest colony of fur seals in Australia. But the real highlight of the tour comes at the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade. Watch as the adorable little penguins arrive ashore, dressed in their tuxedos, and make their way to one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia. It's a magical sight that will leave you in awe. Depending on the time of year, you can even explore Phillip Island at your own pace. With a small-group of only 11 passengers, this personalized tour ensures a truly memorable experience.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 8 hours
  • Suitable for 1-11 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Interacting with Australian native animals at Moonlit Sanctuary
  • Visiting the largest colony of fur seals in Australia at the Nobbies
  • Witnessing the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade
  • Marveling at the stunning flightless penguins up close
  • Having the option to explore Phillip Island at your own pace
  • Nobbies and seal rock
  • Moonlit sanctuary
  • Live commentary on board
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Selected city hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks

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Introduction

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Australia's wildlife on the Small-Group Phillip Island Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne. This tour allows you to get up close and personal with a wide variety of native animals at the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park. From cuddly koalas to hopping kangaroos, you'll have the unique opportunity to interact with these iconic Australian creatures.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to witness one of nature's most enchanting spectacles - the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island. As the sun sets, you'll be mesmerized as hundreds of adorable little penguins arrive ashore, waddling their way to their burrows in one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia. It's a truly magical sight that will leave you in awe of these flightless birds.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for nature lovers and animal enthusiasts of all ages. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast or simply want to witness the unique beauty of Australia's fauna, this experience is sure to delight. Families, couples, and solo travelers alike will find joy in interacting with the friendly creatures at Moonlit Sanctuary and being captivated by the penguin parade at Phillip Island.

Why book this?

This small-group tour offers an intimate and personalized experience, limited to only 11 passengers. With a knowledgeable guide providing live commentary, you'll gain insights into the fascinating world of Australian wildlife. From the stunning coastal views at the Nobbies to the heartwarming interactions with koalas and kangaroos, every moment of this tour is filled with excitement and wonder.

Good to know

Please note that food and drinks are not included in the tour, so be sure to bring some snacks or purchase them at the stops along the way. Additionally, gratuities are not included, so if you feel that your guide has provided an exceptional experience, it's customary to show your appreciation. Depending on the time of year, you may also have the option to explore Phillip Island at your own pace during free time.

Reviews

Travelers who have experienced the Small-Group Phillip Island Afternoon Day Trip rave about the unforgettable moments they had with the native animals at Moonlit Sanctuary. Many highlight the joy of seeing the penguins up close during the Penguin Parade, describing it as a truly magical experience. The small-group setting and knowledgeable guides also receive high praise, ensuring that every guest feels well taken care of and informed throughout the journey. Overall, the reviews reflect a high level of satisfaction and appreciation for this unique wildlife tour.

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

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

See Australia’s unique wildlife

Admission Included

The Nobbies

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Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade

The new visitor centre provides more information about the Little Penguins, souvenir shop and cafe. Here you will see the penguin parade. Times vary depending on season between 90 minutes and two hours.

Admission Included

Reviews

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4.8 (331)

Alicia_K

Such an amazing afternoon tour. We arrived in Melbourne at 5am and took a little nap before being picked up at the Intercontinental for this tour. Our guide was amazing. Transportation was comfortable. All of the stops were fun! Loved the penguins. Highly recommend.

Cheri_P

What a great afternoon! Travis was a fantastic tour guide. We stopped at the Moonlit Sanctuary along with a tour through the Olympic Village en route to the island. He was so knowledgeable it made the trip worth it all around. I highly recommend this trip to round out any visit to the Melbourne area.

Larry_G

Gary did a fine job taking us on this tour. We thoroughly enjoyed the zoo, but the highlight was watching the penguin parade on Phillips Island. Gary told us the interesting history of the plague of foxes that threatened the penguins. Good tour. Well worth the cost.

J9391TRpatrickm

We recently booked the Phillip Island tour as part of our recent holiday in Australia, and would definitely recommend the outing. Our tour guide Travis was the perfect host, and his passion for animals and pride in Australia contributed to an overall excellent experience. With respect to the Phillip Island penguin parade, I recommend splurging and going for the underground viewing experience. Definitely worth the money.

Soundararajan_g

Over all good experience and excitement with penguin. Driver was nicely explained every location and history also. Time allowed every area is fine

ZiJunJason_Y

We had a fabulous day trip with Travis. They do city hotel pick ups at around 1pm. First stop is the moonlight sanctuary where you can get up close and personal with a. Koala (extra fee) and feed wallabies, kangaroos and pottaroos. Park is small but let's you get up close with Australian fauna including spotted quolls, kookaburras etc. Tour makes a short stop at the nobbies before the penguin parade. Make sure you book the pro tickets as you get to see thousands of penguins come onshore from sunset. A memorable experience as you get to see the penguins up close from the board walk. Well worth the visit. Special shoutout to Travis for being a great tour guide throughout the day with useful tips and boundless enthusiasm. He has also an in-depth knowledge of the animals and tour.

NorthStar13284966740

The tour was so fun. We had an amazing tour guide Travis. He was so knowledgeable and he made sure that we had the best experience. He gave amazing advice what to do in Melbourne the next day. In the Moonlit Sanctuary we saw so many animals. The koalas were stunning and I hade the chance to see a womat for the first time in my life. The coast line we went to see was breathtaking. Will deffenity go back. The penguin parade was a once in a life time experinence. Everyone has to see this sight at least once in their life. I recommend to do this tour, you get to see a lot and the experince is so much better because it's a small group.

Adventure36225437552

The tour takes you to the amazing and quiet Moonlit Sanctuary, where you can feed wallabies and see koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, dingos, emus, local birds, etc. Then you get to see spectacular views of the coast and finally the penguin parade, which is incredible but true. The guide Travis is super knowledgeable, kind, and knows a lot about nature and animals. Highly recommended tour and guide.

Marjorie_M

Seeing the penguins, and learning so much from Travis. We learnt lots of new facts and saw lots of wildlife.

Bipin_M

Seeing peguins coming out night and noise they make and finding their family and also driving through and seeing kangaroos
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