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From Melbourne: Brighton Beach, Moonlit Sanctuary & Phillip Island Day Trip with Penguin Parade
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Highlights

  • Depart from Melbourne for a day tour of Philip Island and head to Brighton Beach, where the vibrant beach huts are a must-see
  • Journey through Melbourne’s suburbs to Moonlit Sanctuary for a unique Australian wildlife experience as you meet kangaroos, koalas, and more.
  • Visit Point Grant and The Nobbies to enjoy stunning views of Westernport Bay. Don't miss Seal Rocks – home to Australia's largest fur seal colony!
  • Go to Phillip Island Penguin Parade where you can hundreds of the world's smallest penguins waddle ashore after a day of fishing at sea.
  • Upgrade your ticket to include a Penguins Plus or Underground Viewing Experience and enjoy the parade from a prime vantage point.
  • Fun fact: Penguins at Philip Island are called “fairy penguins”. They just weigh 1kg making them the smallest penguin species in the world.

Your Experience

This epic adventure to Phillip Island will acquaint you with some of Australia's most iconic wildlife as you spend your day in the company of penguins, koalas, and more. Once you board the coach, head to Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park on the Mornington Peninsula, before heading to Phillip Island for the Penguin Parade.

Brighton Beach boxes

The first stop on your journey will be the Brighton Beach Boxes - Melbourne’s most colorful attraction. Spend some time relaxing at the beach and taking photographs of the 82 multi-colored beach huts that line the shore of one of Melbourne’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

The journey to Phillip Island continues through the suburbs of Melbourne before stopping at Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, a 25-acre park that is home to native Australian animals such as the Tasmanian devils, emus, wombats, dingoes, and more.

Phillip Island

After the sanctuary, you will make your way to Phillip Island. Your first stop on the island will be Point Grant and The Nobbies where you can see Seal Rocks and a horde of Australian Fur Seals that call the rocky outcrop home.

Penguin Parade

The final item on your day tour of Phillip Island is the iconic Penguin Parade. With this standard entry ticket, make your way to the arena as the sun begins to set. Watch the Little Penguins leave the sea and waddle past you as they head back to their burrows - capping the day with an unforgettable wildlife experience.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Full-day tour of Philip Island
  • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entry to Brighton Beach
  • Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park
  • Entry to Point Grant & The Nobbies
  • Entry to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park
  • Access to boardwalk and visitor center
  • Access to general viewing platform
  • Penguins Plus (if option selected)**
  • Access to Penguins Plus viewing platform
  • Closest penguin pathway viewing
  • Limited-capacity beachfront stand
  • Underground Viewing (if option selected)**
  • Access to underground viewing platform
  • Eye-level penguin encounters
  • Weatherproof indoor platform
  • Food and drinks (available to purchase onsite)

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Please arrive at the pick-up 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays. Bring a valid photo ID proof for verification.

Hotel Transfers

  • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

  • Inner-city pick-up service is available from most accommodation providers and specific pick-up points.

  • Choose the pick-up point while booking your ticket.

  • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

  • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.

Validity

  • Your ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

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Booking FAQs

The tour includes visits to Brighton Beach, Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, Point Grant & The Nobbies on Phillip Island, and features an iconic Penguin Parade.

You should bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, water bottle, change of clothes, towel, and power bank. Local currency or preferred payment method is also recommended for meals and souvenirs not covered by the ticket.

Photography is prohibited during the Penguin Parade to ensure a better experience for everyone involved.

Large bags, luggage, and pram/strollers are not allowed due to space constraints in the tour vehicles.

You can upgrade your ticket for a Penguins Plus or Underground Viewing Experience, which provides an enhanced view of the Penguin Parade.

The full-day tour includes round-trip transfers from Melbourne and you will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide throughout the day.

Your adventure begins at Brighton Beach Boxes in one of Melbourne's most vibrant neighborhoods. Here, you'll enjoy photographs with 82 colorful beach huts lining the shore.

At Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park on the Mornington Peninsula and Phillip Island, you can encounter kangaroos, koalas, seals at Seal Rocks, and penguins at Penguin Parade.

Meals are not included; however, food and drinks can be purchased onsite during the tour.

You'll have stunning vistas of Westernport Bay from Point Grant & The Nobbies as part of your day trip itinerary.

The trip includes visits to Brighton Beach, Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park on the Mornington Peninsula, Point Grant & The Nobbies, and the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island.

Yes, you can upgrade your ticket to include Penguins Plus or Underground Viewing Experience for prime vantage points of the parade.

You'll need sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, water bottle, change of clothes, towel, and power bank. Also consider bringing local currency or your preferred payment method for meals and souvenirs.

Large bags, luggage, and pram/strollers are not permitted during the experience.

Photography is only restricted during the Penguin Parade; you may take photos at other locations like Brighton Beach and Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park.

You'll encounter penguins, koalas, kangaroos, and possibly seals during the day trip as you visit various conservation parks and sanctuaries.

Meals are not covered by the ticket; however, food and drinks can be purchased onsite at different locations during the tour.

An English-speaking guide will accompany you throughout the day to provide information about each stop along the way.

Round-trip transfers are included, ensuring convenient travel between Melbourne and your destinations on Phillip Island.

The activity data does not specify any particular age restrictions or special policies regarding families.

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