Melbourne · PHILLIP ISLAND & PENGUINS
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Hundreds of little penguins crossing the sand at dusk is the reason to make the trip. These are the Phillip Island trips that get it right: which add kangaroos and koalas by day, which upgrade to the Penguins Plus viewing platform, current prices, and how late you get home.
See fairy penguins at night plus koalas, kangaroos, and seals, with Melbourne pickup, onboard Wi-Fi, and a full-day eco route to Phillip Island.
“Tom was a very informative tour guide and took good care of us. The bus is pretty small and it’s a long day but the penguin parade was definitely worth the late night!”
Phillip Island day trip from Melbourne with Brighton Beach Boxes, Moonlit Sanctuary wildlife, Nobbies Boardwalk, and the Penguin Parade.
“Amazing day out, saw so may animals and petted a kangaroo. Saw all the sites and the main show of the penguin parade. We were in the middle and most of them decided to come up the far left side so didn’t see loads come up the beach, however we went to the boardwalks and saw them all going to their burrows and reuniting with their family and friends. Would highly recommend the amazing experience!”
See koalas and seals on Phillip Island, then watch little penguins return at sunset on a timed Penguin Parade tour from Melbourne.
“Vicky was lovely! Very informative and answered a bunch of questions. Lots of fun facts as well. Loved being able to go to the koala reserve right before the penguin parade!”
Spend a full day from Melbourne on Phillip Island. Wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary, coastal stops at Nobbies, and penguins at sunset.
“Great trip, Simon is great driver, guide, and entertainer 😆😆”
Ride Puffing Billy and then watch Phillip Island penguins at sunset on a long but well-paced 12-hour Melbourne day trip with transfers.
“I really liked the Puffing Billy Train and spotting all the wildlife, we saw kangaroos, wallabies, goose and lots of penguins.”
Full-day Phillip Island wildlife tour from Melbourne with Moonlit Sanctuary, Nobbies seals, and the Penguin Parade. Pickup and Wi‑Fi included.
“All sites were especially beautiful or interesting. The Penguin parade did not meet to my expectation.”
Melbourne day-trip to Phillip Island for koalas and the Little Penguin Parade, plus Nobbies boardwalk views, on a 9.5-hour coach tour.
“Peter, our guide and driver, is exceptional! He is so kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I wish there had been more koalas to see, they are so adorable! The little penguins walking up the hill after dark was so amazing to watch. Will do this tour again.”
Premium Melbourne-to-Phillip Island express for the Penguin Parade at sunset, with comfort stops at Seal Rocks, the Nobbies, and Cowes.
“Absolutely loved the day trip and the guide was super kind & informational. Enjoyed going out to see the penguins on the island!! Must visit spot when coming down to Australia!!”
Phillip Island day trip from Melbourne for Moonlit Sanctuary, Nobbies seals, Woolamai Beach, and the Penguin Parade at dusk.
“Very fun trip especially watching the Penguins come out of the ocean and walk around the island. Our driver Steve was a blast.”
10-hour full-day tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island for koalas, The Nobbies, Woolamai Beach and the Penguin Parade at dusk.
“Fiona the driver and guide was wonderful. She genuinely loved what she does. And it showed. Made the trip that much more memorable.”
Ride the iconic Puffing Billy steam train through the Dandenong Ranges, then watch Phillip Island’s penguins return at sunset.
“It was a long day but the guide (Mark?) was great and he made sure that for the most part it was never boring. He showed us some interesting views and gave us the opportunity to get out, stretch our legs and take photos. The views in the Dandenongs is stunning and even if you don't do a tour, I would highly suggest you jump in a car and take a drive. Not seeing many penguins was disappointing but that is no one's fault. You are NOT allowed to take photos and they are very strict on that. Puffing Billy was fun and once again the views were spectacular. We…”
Small-group Phillip Island trip from Melbourne to see koalas, fur seals at the Nobbies, and the sunset Little Penguin Parade.
“Good driver. Very experienced! Very informative! On time Tess is very friendly ! Is one of the best tour guides in my experience !”
Afternoon eco tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island for seals, coastal stops, and the sunset Penguin Parade with Wi-Fi and entry included.
“Watching little penguins parade was so cute & amazing. Definitely is worth the time & tour to go in Melbourne.”
1-hour Cape Woolamai cruise from San Remo Jetty: granite cliffs, seabirds, possible dolphins, plus cake and tea/coffee.
“Great trip. Highly recommended. Really enjoyed the comfort of the vessel, and the close up view of the Cape Woolamai coast line.”
Melbourne to Phillip Island for koalas and a sunset penguin parade, with Penguin Plus viewing platform and small-group coaching.
“It was a lovely adventure! My host was fantastic. She had as much enthusiasm for the trip as I did and it was my first time! Though some stops I wish I had more time to explore/rest it was still a long adventure so timing still worked. I would suggest bringing a coat for the penguin parade cause those winds were brutal. But saw so many animals that I had hoped to see.”
