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Phillip Island Penguin and Koala Highlights Day-Trip from Melbourne

8 hr 30 min

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Product code: 6770P13

4.6 · 35 reviews

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About this activity

Take in the spectacular Phillip Island Penguin Parade as you watch the colony of Little Penguins crosses the shoreline from the ocean. Heading out to Penguin Parade, we begin our day at a Koala Reserve to meet some furry Australian favourites. Take a tour and get up close and personal with our native Australian wildlife. Travel to Phillip Island Nature Parks, known for its natural beauty, sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and unique wildlife experiences. The island is home to a colony of around 32,000 little penguins. Phillip Island Tour is one of the popular and must-watch tourist attractions in Victoria.

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What is included

Admission to Phillip Island Koala Reserve with guided ranger tourOther

Admission to Phillip Island Nature Park with Penguin Parade (general viewing)Other

Air-conditioned mini-coach travelOther

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 bookingOther

Comprehensive live commentary in a fun and social atmosphereOther

COVID-19 vaccination required for guidesSafety covid 19 vaccination required for guides

Experienced local driver guide to assist you throughout the dayOther

For your safety, we have implemented comprehensive hygiene measures and increased regular sanitation. If you are feeling unwell or have any flu-like system please stay home.Safety other

Guides required to regularly wash handsSafety guides required to regularly wash hands

Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staffSafety hand sanitizer available to travelers and s

Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.Other

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.Other

Meals not included, guests will have an opportunity to support locals and buy lunch along the way.Other

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.Other

Personal expensesOther

Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing.Other

Itinerary

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Phillip Island Nature Parks - Koala Reserve
45 min - 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.
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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.
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Cowes
45 min - 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.
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The Nobbies Centre
45 min - 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
2 hr - 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!

Cancellation policy

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Reviews

5/5

Most awesome tour for penguins and koalas

We took the Phillip Island Penguin and Koala Highlights tour today with our driver/guide Daniel. He was both knowledgeable and entertaining while bringing his passion for the tour and the creatures and lands he talked about in a captivating manner. He took care of guests like each was on a private tour! We felt included, respected, and completely satisfied with our experience. For a long day, it went by too quickly!

Reviewed by R1701LRmarilynm - 2022-12-05

5/5

Was a beautiful...

Was a beautiful experience overall with great ocean views and seeing the penguins return to their nests. Our driver cum tour guide was full of enthusiasm and cheer.

Reviewed by Nasrin_R - 2022-11-28

5/5

A unique experience

This tour started with a very comfortable bus and the bubbly Vicky. She kept us well informed and engaged in the experience. We learned a lot as we travelled between venues that prepared us for what we would see. It was great to see the views on the island and the Koala up close. The penguin experience was out of this world. It is a pity that only a few of us on earth can see and appreciate the behaviors of these creatures live. Vicky gave us tips on how to enjoy the whole penguin experience which really helped.

Reviewed by Michael_A - 2022-11-14

5/5

Great Outing

Very insightful tour and also quite relaxed and not rushed at all. The penguins are adorable to watch.

Reviewed by Q5914QMianj - 2022-11-02

5/5

Penguin parade

This is such a memorable trip for us to see native Koala and Blue Penguins. Highly recommended. Craig, our driver, gave very informative commentary on Australia, Victoria and the rules around visiting these precious cute little penguins.

Reviewed by Maria_B - 2022-12-23

3/5

Cute penguins and littel Koala

Trip went on timely manner and the weather was ok. Simply cold, in the evening, when the penguins come, and some people did not bring enough warm clothes. On the way, we also saw koala, and some seagulls. That was cool. For the minuses, there was not enough tome to visit koala park and study the exhibition The driver made us run to the bus. On next stop, he made us scared that bus would leave without the latecomers. I switched on the roaming in my phone for couple hours then, just in case, which costed me some extra 60 $. And, it was forbidden to take photos of the penguins. There were cute, but if you need photo, it is enough to visit their website. For free.

Reviewed by agnieszkajB5596DI - 2022-12-12

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