Phillip Island Penguin Parade Evening Tour

***Important - this tour DOES NOT depart from Melbourne, pickup is only included from Phillip Island***
Experience the magic of Phillip Island's world-famous Little Penguins at sunset on this expertly guided small-group tour. Departing from your Phillip Island or San Remo accommodation, journey through golden-hour coastal landscapes, encounter native Australian wildlife, and witness thousands of penguins waddle ashore at the iconic Penguin Parade.

Perfect for short-stay visitors and nature enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable Victorian wildlife experience with premium comfort and authentic local guiding.

Skip the hassle of planning logistics and let expert local guides showcase the best of Phillip Island Nature Parks, Cowes coastal village, and Bass Strait's dramatic ocean scenery.

Meeting Point

Hotel Phillip Island

11/13 The Esplanade, Cowes VIC 3922, Australia

We will park on the Esplanade and pick you up from here, if you are not wanting pickup from a Hotel

What's included:

• Small group authentic travel — Maximum 15 guests with engaging local guide
• The Nobbies Golden Hour Experience — Scenic wildlife boardwalk
• Premium Comfort Guarantee — WiFi-equipped midi coach, window seat guarantee for every booking
• Cowes village exploration — Beach, shops & coastal streetscape
• Wildlife viewing opportunities — Wallabies, echidnas, seabirds, Cape Barren geese, fur seals
• Entry to Phillip Island Penguin Parade - General Viewing
• Complimentary sparkling wine — Served on board after Nobbies
• Convenient pickup & return — From your Phillip Island or San Remo accommodation

What to expect:

Duration: 5 hours

Phillip Island

Phillip Island, Victoria

Begin your adventure with convenient pickup from your nominated accommodation. Board your premium midi coach, meet your expert local guide, and settle into your guaranteed window seat for every booking with WiFi access for the journey ahead.

10 minutes

Cowes

Cowes, Victoria

Explore the charming seaside village of Cowes on the shores of Western Port Bay. Stroll the sandy beach along The Esplanade, browse local shops and boutiques, and experience the relaxed island village atmosphere. There's time for optional refreshments at local cafes if desired.

30 minutes

The Nobbies Centre

1320 Ventnor Road, Summerlands, 3922, Victoria

Arrive at golden hour as the sun descends over Bass Strait and walk the elevated boardwalks offering spectacular 360-degree ocean views. Watch for wallabies grazing on clifftops, Cape Barren geese (one of Australia's rarest waterbirds), seabirds, and echidnas in coastal vegetation. View the Australian fur seal colony on Seal Rocks, with up to 16,000 seals visible from the boardwalk. Capture stunning golden hour photography before returning to your coach for complimentary sparkling wine as the sun sets over the Southern Ocean

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Summerlands

Summerlands, Victoria

Drive through one of Phillip Island's most picturesque and wildlife-rich regions as twilight descends. Spot wallabies and native animals becoming active at dusk in their natural surroundings while enjoying the scenic coastal views from your comfortable window seat. Your guide shares insights about the nocturnal wildlife that calls this area home.

30 minutes

Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade

1019 Ventnor Rd, Summerlands, 3922, Victoria

Arrive at the world-renowned Penguin Parade as dusk settles over Summerland Beach. Explore the excellent Visitor Centre facilities and take time have a meal (own cost) at the onsite restaurant. Then settle into the general viewing platform to witness one of nature's most enchanting spectacles as hundreds to thousands of Little Penguins emerge from Bass Strait and waddle across the sand to their burrows. Your guide provides expert commentary about penguin behavior and the important conservation work protecting Victoria's largest Little Penguin colony.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Melbourne

Melbourne VIC, Australia

Relax and reflect on your unforgettable wildlife encounters as your guide returns you to your original Phillip Island or San Remo pickup point, completing a perfect golden-hour adventure.

30 minutes