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From Melbourne: Half/Full-Day Phillip Island Day Trip with Penguin Parade
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Highlights

  • Explore Phillip Island on a full-day or half-day guided tour from Melbourne, with round-trip coach transfers included for your convenience.
  • Enjoy live commentary from an English-speaking guide, with an audio translation app available in 10 languages for multilingual support.
  • Visit picturesque coastal highlights including the Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rocks Lookout for dramatic ocean views and the chance to spot marine wildlife.
  • Experience the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park, with access to the boardwalks, visitor center, and general viewing platform.
  • Choose the Penguins Plus upgrade for an exclusive viewing platform located along the penguins’ main pathway, offering an intimate and limited-capacity experience.
  • Customize your tour with flexible durations and optional upgrades for a personalized encounter with Phillip Island’s unique wildlife and landscapes.

Your Experience

Discover the best of Phillip Island on a guided coastal and wildlife tour

Explore the natural beauty and wildlife of Phillip Island on a full-day or half-day guided tour from Melbourne, with round-trip transfers included for a hassle-free experience.

Enjoy guided commentary in multiple languages

Learn more about the region with live narration from your English-speaking guide, and use the included audio translation app available in 10 languages for multilingual convenience.

Take in stunning coastal highlights

Visit the Nobbies blowhole and Seal Rocks lookout for breathtaking ocean views. Stroll along cliffside boardwalks and enjoy the chance to spot marine life like fur seals and seabirds.

Witness the famous Penguin Parade at sunset

Experience the wonder of the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park. With general viewing platform access, boardwalks, and the visitor centre, you’ll watch little penguins emerge from the sea and return to their burrows after a day of fishing.

Upgrade to Penguins Plus for a premium experience

Enhance your visit with the Penguins Plus upgrade, offering access to a secluded, limited-capacity viewing platform located along the penguins’ most active pathway for an intimate and memorable view of their journey.

Customize your tour to fit your schedule

Choose from flexible half-day or full-day options and tailor your experience with optional upgrades, making this the perfect way to explore Phillip Island’s wildlife, scenery, and natural charm.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Full or half-day tour to Phillip Island (based on option selected)
  • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entry to Phillip Island National Parks, Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rocks Lookout
  • 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
  • Food and beverages (available to purchase onsite)
  • Headphones

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

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at Immigration Museum (corner of Market street and Flinders street).

  • Address: 400 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia.

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite. Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket. Bring along your sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes, all-weather warm clothing for the evening, and a jumper or windproof jacket.

This experience is not pram/stroller or wheelchair accessible. 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. Suitcases and large bags are not allowed.

A minimal level of physical fitness is necessary to complete this tour.

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