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Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade

By Sightseeing Tours Australia
8.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$153 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Every night at sunset, the truly incredible spectacle of the Penguin Parade occurs on the beaches of Phillip Island. The local colony of little penguins emerges from the water to make their way to the burrows in the sand dunes - and this tour is your chance to witness this unforgettable phenomenon in real life!

We’ll spend the day exploring top attractions including Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park and the Nobbies, before settling in on the sand, ready for the main show at the Penguin Parade. Including all entrance fees, this great value tour is the best way to discover the wild coastal scenery and delightful animals of Phillip Island.

Activity location

  • Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
    • 550 Tyabb-Tooradin Road
    • 3912, Pearcedale, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Immigration Museum
    • 400 Flinders Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 12:30 pm
Price details
NZ$152.94 x 1 AdultNZ$152.94
Total
Price is NZ$152.94
Until Sun, 16 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance to the Moonlit Sanctuary
  • What's includedWhat's includedGeneral admission to the Penguin Parade
  • What's includedWhat's includedWildlife Viewing
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedMelbourne CBD Pick up and Drop off
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedYou can purchase dinner at the town of Cowes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPlease bring you own water bottles, we discourage the use of single use plastic bottles

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Unfortunately we cannot take infants under the age of 3 years old

Activity itinerary

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Moonlit Sanctuary is home to stacks of well-known Aussie animals including kangaroos, wombats, and Tasmanian devils, plus many lesser-known species such as the spot-tailed quoll, yellow-bellied glider and long-nosed potoroo.
Woolamai Beach
  • 20m
Located at the base of Cape Woolamai, Woolamia Beach is one of Victoria's most beautiful and rugged beaches. With huge surf and a soft golden sand, any trip to Phillip Island must include a stop here.
Cowes
  • 45m
Cowes is located at the Northerly tip of Phillip Island is and is the Islands most populated town. It offers a village feel full of restaurants and bars. Cowes Beach and Jetty offer magnificent views over the gentle waters of Western Port Bay back to the Mornington Peninsula.
The Nobbies Centre
  • 45m
Stroll the Nobbies board walk for views of the awesome volcanic rock formations. Check out seal rock which is home to the largest colony of Australian Fur seals. Keep you eyes peeled for more Aussie Wildlife including Swamp Wallabies and even Penguins.
Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
As the sun begins to lower, we’ll make our way to Summerland Beach ready for the main event. Once the sun has set, the little penguins will feel safe enough to emerge from the water in small groups and make their way across the beach. Take a stroll along the boardwalks to walk alongside these adorable birds as they waddle their way back to their nests with their bellies full from a day out at sea fishing.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMoonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
    • 550 Tyabb-Tooradin Road
    • 3912, Pearcedale, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEImmigration Museum
    • 400 Flinders Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

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8.0 out of 10

James_M

Reviewed on Viator
13 Mar 2025
Was a very long day and excellent viewing of wildlife and coastland around Melbourne. Penguins were malting season when we went so we're not plentiful.
10.0 out of 10

Tee_S

Reviewed on Viator
11 Mar 2025
Great experience! Our tour guide had a friendly aussie banter personality which matched the overall vibe of our group. Penguin parade were definitely the highlight of the tour however very disappointing when people around us kept standing up and on the phones despite being told by staff to sit down and phones away.
4.0 out of 10

Daniel_W

Reviewed on Viator
10 Mar 2025
Lots of time on a coach and our driver literally talked at us every second of the day very loudly down the speakers. It was not relaxing at all and was actually quite stressful! He wouldn’t turn the speakers down and honestly his stream of consciousness was exhausting. One of the stops we didn’t make and given how long we were on the tour, the stops we did make were rushed. The moonlight sanctuary really wasn’t great- not much there and by the time we got there all of the talks and interactions were over. We didn’t get to see the seals at all, the driver just didn’t make that stop. Dinner was rushed- we got 45 minutes and the beach stop was 5 minutes. The penguin parade was fine but in general admission- we literally saw about 6 people goons come out of the sea- they were all up the other end of the beach where the VIP stand was and it was a huge anti climax. Honestly just not a good day. Would not recommend! More time at the beach, more time for food and less time at a sub rate ‘sanctuary’ and please tell your driver to stop bloody talking!!!
10.0 out of 10

Sharon_L

Reviewed on Viator
9 Mar 2025
Great stops throughout the tour. Loved Woolamia Beach and the Nobbies. Guide did a great job explaining where to best see the penguin parade!
10.0 out of 10

Keith_D

Reviewed on Viator
9 Mar 2025
Long day but Robert was an excellent guide and driver. Amazing scenery. Time allowed for lunch and dinner a bit short for Australia’s busy Labor Day weekend. The eco tour BUS WAS A HUGE FAIL. Already full with cramped quarters, the AC FAILED before we even got to Twelve Apostles. The remaining hours of the tour — Robert and the scenery were great — were the most miserable we’ve experienced touring anywhere. Very hot in that crowded little bus. When the outside temp is hot, bringing outside air in doesn’t do much. I don’t blame Robert for this. TripAdvisor reviews indicated others have had AC failure on this tour so it sounds like a bus issue.
10.0 out of 10

dale_e

Reviewed on Viator
6 Mar 2025
This is an amazing tour that climaxes with the penguin march at dusk. In addition to the incredible viewings we had the BEST tour operator and driver in Luke Bennett. He engages everyone.
10.0 out of 10

Sean_H

Reviewed on Viator
5 Mar 2025
Pros: absolutely amazing day. The sanctuary was the coolest experience and got to feed all the animals (kangaroos, wallabies, etc). The penguin exhibit was also a moment to cry with happiness. Got video of some teenage penguins coming out of their burrows. Just exceptional!! Cons: driver was over an hour late with no communication from the office until we called. Don’t know if we missed the bus or not. The driver was quiet and rather introverted and when she did speak over the intercom on the bus, we couldn’t hear here her. The bus ride is long so be prepared with water and snacks for the journey. Overall well worth the day if you haven’t seen what Australias wildlife has to offer!
10.0 out of 10

Glen_D

Reviewed on Viator
4 Mar 2025
Had a great day out with James. Very personable, knowledgeable and always willing to help. I've already recommended it to my friends.
8.0 out of 10

Diana_T

Reviewed on Viator
28 Feb 2025
This was a fun tour. Our guide was lively and helpful. It was good to stop at several places on the way to Philip Island. The Moonlit Sanctuary was great - only wish we had gotten there earlier so we could get tickets to pet the koalas. The dinner and ice cream was delicious. The tiny penguins were the highlight of the tour.
8.0 out of 10

Alex_F

Reviewed on Viator
26 Feb 2025
Driver was great and explained each area with things to do there. There is adequate time in each area you go to except Cowes. This area should be half hour longer so people can explore after dinner. Best part is seeing the penquin’s up close and coming out of the water. Overall I would recommend this tour to everyone. Its worth it.

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