Melbourne Exclusive Phillip Island Wildlife Experience Tour

Enjoy one of Australia's most incredible wildlife experiences on this magnificent Phillip Island tour. Witness the world famous penguin parade from the brand new exclusive penguins plus viewing platform, definitely the highlight of this day tour. Your day trip includes a visit to Phillip Island Koala Reserve where you can see the iconic Australian koalas up close.

Meeting Point

Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria)

400 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Our main meeting point for this tour is Immigration Museum - 400 Flinders St corner of Market St, Melbourne.
Alternatively, if you wish to change your pickup location please contact our reservations team on +61 39393 1333.

What's included:

• Expert driver guide with live commentary spoken in English
• Admission to Phillip Island (Penguins plus viewing area)
• Admission to Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve

Not included:

• Meals not indicated
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Koala Reserve

1810 Phillip Island Road, , Cowes, 3923, Victoria

It is only a 1hr 45min drive from Melbourne directly to Phillip Island. On arrival you will be greeted by Phillip Island Nature Parks Ranger for a guided walk through Phillip Island’s Koala Reserve. You will be given a presentation about Koalas, history and relevance of the Reserve and the last area of natural woodland on the island. Guide to accompany the group and assist Ranger with the group.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Phillip Island

Phillip Island, Victoria

From the Koala Wildlife Park, it is a short drive to Phillip Island, a 10,000-hectare home to more than a hundred varieties of animal species. Phillip Island boasts a population of approximately 15,000 which is boosted during the busy tourist seasons. There are three main settlements being Cape Woolamai, New Haven & Cowes.

45 minutes

Cape Woolamai

Cape Woolamai, Victoria

Phillip Island boasts a population of approximately 15,000 which is boosted during the busy tourist seasons. There are three main settlements being Cape Woolamai, New Haven & Cowes.

Pass by without stopping

Cowes Beach

The Esplanade, Cowes, Victoria

Generally, we make time to wander through the coastal township of Cowes. Sheltered alongside the calm Westernport Bay this township was named after Cowes on the Isle of White. Beautiful seaside scenery, unique stores to peak into and many nice restaurants to purchase food.

30 minutes

The Nobbies Centre

1320 Ventnor Road, Summerlands, 3922, Victoria

Next, we arrive at the Nobbies Rocks where we take you on an optional guided walk down the boardwalks to see the rocky coast and spot Penguins nesting in their burrows. Then we travel along the Phillip Island backroads through Phillip Island Penguin Habitat. Enjoy incredible views of the coastal cliffs on your way to the Phillip Island Penguin Parade.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade

1019 Ventnor Rd, Summerlands, 3922, Victoria

The main attraction of Phillip Island tour has always been the Little Penguins doing their daily ritual of penguin parade. These little friends are the smallest of its kind in the world. Enjoy sunset at the Visitor Information Centre and choose the right seat to have a great view of the main spectacles of the day — the Penguin Parade!

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included