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Phillip Island Penguin Tour - from Melbourne
Get up close and personal with a host of Aussie wildlife, see the fantastic coastline of Phillip Island and then witness one of Australia’s most spectacular wildlife experiences as hundreds of the world’s tinniest penguins waddle ashore!
Get up close and personal with a host of Aussie wildlife, see the fantastic coastline of Phillip Island and then witness one of Australia’s most spectacular wildlife experiences as hundreds of the world’s tinniest penguins waddle ashore!
Highlights
- See hundreds of the world's tiniest penguins up close and personal
- Stunning coastal views from Summerland Beach at sunset at the Penguin Parade
- Take a stroll along the boardwalk trails of Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve in search of koalas
- The Nobbies Center at Seal Rocks offers spectacular clifftop views and penguin burrows
- Learn about wildlife conservation and penguins at Penguin Parade Visitor Center
- The whole family will enjoy this Australian wildlife discovery experience
Jump on board a tour to Phillip Island and get up close and personal with an array of Aussie wildlife! Check out the awesome coastline of Phillip Island and then witness one of Australia’s most spectacular wildlife experiences as hundreds of the world’s smallest penguins waddle ashore. You’ll also get to hand-feed kangaroos, get up close to koalas and spot Fur Seals on the rugged rocky coastline of the Victorian Island
We escape the concrete jungle of Melbourne and begin our day at a wildlife park where you will have the pleasure of meeting some furry Australian favourites. We will also stop here and have lunch (own expense).
We move on to tour the length of Phillip Island, known for its sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and unique wildlife experiences. Be awed by the giant surf at Woolamai beach and the rugged coastline of Cape Woolamai as we stop to enjoy some afternoon tea in Cowes. During the summer months, we take this opportunity to cool off with a visit to the beach.
At the Western tip of the island there is a majestic rocky coast, home to a colony of fur seals. We wander along the boardwalk checking penguin burrows for life and then we're on to the penguin parade. Check out the award-winning Visitors Centre and as the sun drops, witness the world`s littlest penguins emerge from the sea and waddle ashore. This is a truly magical experience.
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Available Bookings from 3 May to 16 May 2025
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- Adult$140.00
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
- Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$126.40
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
Bei gutem Wetter bestimmt eine tolle Tour
Jana from
Germany
Bei gutem Wetter bestimmt eine tolle Tour
Jana from
Germany
Day tour
jamesc27 from
United Kingdom
Day tour
jamesc27 from
United Kingdom
Day tour
jamesc27 from
United Kingdom
Penguins were also seen around the boardwalks near the Antarctic exhibit and you could take a picture of them nesting. This is not at the Penguin Parade where photos are prohibited to keep the penguins from getting scared.
lisag15 from
United States
Amazing tour with great guide!
Ann Ma from
United States
Amazing tour with great guide!
Ann Ma from
United States
Amazing tour with great guide!
Ann Ma from
United States
Wörth it!
Sandra Tippmann from
NZ
Wörth it!
Sandra Tippmann from
NZ
Wörth it!
Sandra Tippmann from
NZ
Great day trip away from the city
tomb from
United Kingdom
Cute Penguines
ASHISH KUMAR SHARMA from
NZ
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Zoltan Kemenes from Hungary wrote on 20 February 2025
Fascinating scenery, lots of wildlife
It was a fantastic experience! Thank you Fiona for taking us out in the nature, while sharing much information about everything! We definitely recommend this tour!
Mike Gemmill from Canada wrote on 31 January 2025
Penguins
Excellent tour
cassa1 from Belgium wrote on 26 April 2025
What a disappointment
Unfortunately I booked my tour two days before daylight savings (April 4th) and due to the company's poor planning, running the tour on the summer schedule so late in the season, that day turned into a very stressful experience. We departed Melbourne at 2.30pm (half an hour late) on a Friday afternoon when sunset was at 6.30pm and Phillip Island is already 2h30 away. Of course, we got stuck in traffic, lost nearly an hour, so the guide/driver was quite stressed out cause we were running late on the schedule and he rushed us through every activity. We barely had 30 minutes at the koala park, we only had 10minutes at the Nobbies rock area, he was always pressurizing us to be fast and be on time. It was very stressful and it spoiled the experience, we were rushing and not able to enjoy anything, constantly looking at the time. The guide was very knowledgeable and a great guide but the company's poor planning ruined our day. All of this could have been avoided if only we had left 2 hours earlier, if the company had run the tour on its winter schedule. We were very disappointed with the circumstances, they definitely need to reconsider their timing.
From Phillip Island Penguin Tour - from Melbourne
Hello Cassandre, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Weâre truly sorry to hear that the timing of your tour made the day feel rushed and stressful. Thatâs not the experience we aim to provide, and we completely understand your frustration. Your tour took place during a particularly challenging periodâit was not only right before *daylight savings ended*, but also the *first weekend of the school holidays*, which always brings *significantly heavier traffic* on the roads out of Melbourne. This unfortunately added to the delays and pressure on the dayâs schedule. Weâd also like to clarify that our tours run on *seasonal schedules*âwith different departure times for summer and winter to match daylight hours. Now that daylight savings has ended, weâve switched to our *winter schedule*, and the tour now departs *2 hours earlier* than it did during the summer season. This adjustment was made specifically to improve the timing and allow for a more relaxed and enjoyable experience for our guests. Weâre very glad to hear that your guide did their best under difficult circumstances,that said, weâre truly sorry the overall experience fell short, and we really appreciate your feedbackâit helps us to keep improving. *Customer Service | Reservations Team | GLT Group* *Ph:* +61 3 9393 1300 | *E:* bookings@gltg.com.au <info@gltg.com.au> *W:* Wildlife Tours Australia <http://www.widlifetours.com.au/> | Autopia Tours <http://www.autopiatours.com.au/> | Boutique Tours <http://www.melbournecoastaltours.com.au/> *W:* Get Lost Travel Group <https://gltg.com.au/> | Australian Bus Charters <https://australiabuscharter.com.au/> We acknowledge All Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters on which we live, operate, and explore. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging and recognise their continuous connection and contribution to country, community, and culture.ð± A carbon offset is now available for all our sightseeing tours and private charters!
Shruti Dhabalia from Australia wrote on 27 September 2024
Very good tour
Amazing experience
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boj2 from China wrote on 10 October 2024
非常轻松有意思的旅程
小企鹅很有趣。行程看了野生动物园，看了考拉，袋鼠和很多鸟。还在岛上看了一处自然风景，海边景色壮丽。纪念品店都很贵，而且东西不多，连冰箱贴都几乎没有。