Melbourne Phillip Island Penguin Parade Adventure

A scenic day trip from Melbourne leads to Phillip Island's stunning coastline and its famous Penguin Parade. Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park for a close encounter with kangaroos and koalas. Enjoy breathtaking views along the coastal Boulevard Drive and experience the enchanting sight of little penguins returning home at sunset. This tour includes pick-up from Melbourne CBD and Southbank, providing a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced guide.
- Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park for wildlife encounters
- Enjoy stunning views at Nobbies Lookout along Boulevard Drive
- Witness the iconic Penguin Parade at sunset
- Includes pick-up and drop-off from Melbourne CBD and Southbank

Meeting Point

9 Riverside Quay

9 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

At the entrance to the Mercure Southbank Hotel.
Watch for a minibus with a Bilby Travel sign on it.

630 Little Collins St

630 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

At the entrance to The Savoy Hotel.
Watch for a minibus with a Bilby Travel sign on it.

446 Queen St

446 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Queen Victoria Market bus parking in front of the John Batman Memorial.
Watch for a minibus with a Bilby Travel sign on it.

What's included:

• Entry to Penguin Parade – General Viewing
• Entry to Maru Koala and Animal Park

What to expect:

Duration: between 9 hours and 12 hours

Maru Koala and Animal Park

1650 Bass Hwy, , Grantville, 3984, Victoria

The popular Maru Koala and Animal Park serves as our initial destination on the tour. This location allows visitors to interact closely with Australia's native wildlife species. The chance to feed kangaroos by hand and photograph koalas while gaining knowledge about wombats, dingos, emus, and Tasmanian devils provides an entertaining educational experience for everyone, which should be included in any Phillip Island day tour.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

The Nobbies Centre

1320 Ventnor Road, Summerlands, 3922, Victoria

Our exploration continues on the scenic unpaved Boulevard Drive, which runs alongside the Southern Ocean, offering stunning views. The western tip of Phillip Island presents a dramatic scene of rugged cliffs beside crashing waves and open grasslands swept by the wind. Take a leisurely walk along the boardwalk at Nobbies Lookout while enjoying the stunning sea views. This windswept headland presents an ideal opportunity to breathe in the salty air while capturing photos of the wild coastline and experiencing its raw beauty.

35 minutes

Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade

1019 Ventnor Rd, Summerlands, 3922, Victoria

The Penguin Parade is the ultimate highlight of our penguin island tours from Melbourne. The beach becomes a gathering place for adorable penguins as they waddle ashore during sunset.
Penguins return to land after a day at sea to move toward their burrows. Relax in the tiered viewing area or select premium seating to get a better view of the event. Australia's renowned Melbourne penguin tour experience stands out as an unforgettable adventure.

1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included