Melbourne Phillip Island Nature Adventure Day Tour
from
$279
Southbank
Victoria
1-8
people
price for
1 participant
12
hours
  • • Explore Phillip Island's Wildlife Wonders
  • • 12-Hour Adventure to Remember
  • • Witness Penguins Sunset Parade
or

Why We Love This Unique Experience

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with a Small Group - Phillip Island Hike & Penguin Parade Day Tour departing from Melbourne. The day begins with a visit to Cape Woolamai, a surfer’s paradise featuring rugged rock formations known as the Pinnacles. Lace up your boots for an easy/moderate 6.8km hike that promises stunning views and a close connection with nature.After the invigorating hike, head to Cowes for a delightful lunch before exploring the Phillip Island Koala Reserve. Here, stroll through eucalypt woodlands and encounter koalas in their natural habitat. The tour continues to The Nobbies, offering breathtaking coastal views and a chance to witness the majestic seal colony, little penguins, and silver gulls. The highlight of the day awaits at the world-famous Penguin Parade, where you can witness hundreds (sometimes thousands) of penguins emerging from the surf at sunset - a wildlife lover’s dream come true.This experience makes a perfect gift for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. Join friendly and knowledgeable tour guides for an immersive 12-hour journey filled with unforgettable memories, rain ponchos, and first aid support. Explore stunning landscapes, encounter native wildlife, and witness the awe-inspiring phenomenon of penguins returning to shore at the end of the day. Get ready for an adventure like no other on this Small Group - Phillip Island Hike & Penguin Parade Day Tour from Melbourne.

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Experience Overview:

Small Tour (8 Ppl) Phillip Island Hike & Penguin Parade Day Tour

Our first stop is a surfer’s dream beach, Cape Woolamai. From here we will lace up the boots and start our hike that will guide you through rugged rock formations, known as the Pinnacles.
After our easy/moderate 6.8km hike we will head into Cowes for a delicious lunch before we Phillip Island Koala Reserve. Stroll through this eucalypt woodland and come ‘face-to-face’ with koalas in their natural habitat. The Koala Reserve’s unique tree top boardwalks and close viewing areas allow visitors to see how truly amazing koalas are.

Our next stop is The Nobbies for an easy stroll along the boardwalk to discover breathtaking coastline views and the impressive thundering blowhole. This area is home to Australia’s largest seal colony, little penguins, and silver gulls.

And to finish the day we will take a waddle on the wild side and see hundreds (sometimes thousands) of penguins emerge from the surf at sunset at the world-famous Penguin Parade. This experience is a wildlife lover’s dream!

Meeting Point

Hamer Hall

100 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3004, Australia

100 St Kilda Road, Southbank Melbourne - (Undercover taxi rank located on St Kilda Road between Hamer Hall & the Arts Centre).
Please arrive 10min prior to departure.

What's included:

  • Rain ponchos & first aid
  • Entrance into Penguin Parade & Phillip Island Koala Reserve
  • An easy to moderate 6.8km guided circuit hike around Phillip Island’s highest point Cape Woolamai
  • Plenty of chances to see wildlife

Not included:

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What to expect:

Duration: 12 hours

Cape Woolamai Walk

Cape Woolamai, Victoria

We start our hike that will guide you through rugged rock formations, known as the Pinnacles.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Koala Reserve

1810 Phillip Island Road, , Cowes, 3923, Victoria

Stroll through this eucalypt woodland and come ‘face-to-face’ with koalas in their natural habitat.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

The Nobbies Centre

1320 Ventnor Road, Summerlands, 3922, Victoria

An easy stroll along the boardwalk to discover breathtaking coastline views and the impressive thundering blowhole

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade

1019 Ventnor Rd, Summerlands, 3922, Victoria

We will take a waddle on the wild side and see hundreds (sometimes thousands) of penguins emerge from the surf at sunset at the world-famous Penguin Parade.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Comfortable trainers or hiking boots
Water Bottle (1L)
Cash or credit card for lunch / Dinner (around $25)
Warm layers just in case
Sunscreen, sunglasses & a hat
Swimsuit & a towel for a swim in the ocean (summer months)
Good vibes

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Melbourne Cape Woolamai Hiking and Wildlife Tour

(14 reviews)
Southbank
Victoria
1-8
people
price for
1 participant
12
hours
  • • Explore Phillip Island's Wildlife Wonders
  • • 12-Hour Adventure to Remember
  • • Witness Penguins Sunset Parade
or

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