Melbourne Penguin Parade Nature Tour with Koalas

Take in the spectacular Phillip Island Penguin Parade as you watch the colony of Little Penguins crosses the shoreline from the ocean. Heading out to Penguin Parade, we begin our day at a Koala Reserve to meet some furry Australian favourites. Take a tour and get up close and personal with our native Australian wildlife. Travel to Phillip Island Nature Parks, known for its natural beauty, sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and unique wildlife experiences. The island is home to a colony of around 32,000 little penguins. Phillip Island Tour is one of the popular and must-watch tourist attractions in Victoria.

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 @ 11:45am (winter) and 13:45pm (summer).

What's included:

• Air-conditioned new midi-coach travel
• Experienced local driver guide to assist you throughout the day
• Comprehensive live commentary in a fun and social atmosphere
• Admission to Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve
• Admission to Phillip Island Nature Park with Penguin Parade (general viewing)

Not included:

• Meals not included, guests will have an opportunity to support locals and buy lunch along the way.
• Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
• Travel insurance is highly recommended
• Personal expenses

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.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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. Our stop at Cape Woolamai beach is seasonal subject to weather permitting and mostly visited during summer season.

Pass by without stopping

Cowes

Cowes, Victoria

During summer time we often 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. This stop is only due to timing restrictions in winter as there are less hours of day light.

45 minutes

The Nobbies Centre

1320 Ventnor Road, Summerlands, 3922, Victoria

Next, we arrive at the Nobbies Rocks where you can take a
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

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