Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour from Melbourne
Overview
Discover one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences on a full-day journey from Melbourne to Phillip Island with Explore Australia Tours.
Travel in comfort on our small group tour aboard our purple bus, guided by a passionate local expert.
Visit Moonlit Sanctuary to see koalas, kangaroos and more in a natural bushland setting. Take in coastal views at Cape Woolamai (summer only) and enjoy a relaxed stop in Cowes.
Stroll the Nobbies Boardwalk for sweeping ocean views and wildlife spotting before the highlight of the day.
At sunset, watch hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore at the world-famous Penguin Parade.
With all entry tickets included, multilingual audio via our free app, and an eco-accredited focus, this is a seamless and unforgettable way to experience Victoria’s wildlife and coastal beauty.
This is a truly unique opportunity to get up close and personal with nature and wildlife!
What's Included
- All National Park fees
- Travel in modern air-conditioned vehicle
- General entry to Phillip Island Penguin Parade
- Selected Melbourne pick-up and drop-off
- Entry into Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
- Small-group Phillip Island experience
- Friendly and knowledgeable local guide
- Multilingual audio commentary via the Explore Australia app-based (code provided by your guide)
- Dinner Dinner is available to purchase at Phillip Island
- Lunch Lunch is available to purchase at Moonlit Sanctaury
- Snacks Snacks at own expense
Meeting Location
688 Bourke Street
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Cape Woolamai
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Esplanade
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Nobbies Centre
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-159345P10
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- All National Park fees.
- Travel in modern air-conditioned vehicle.
- General entry to Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
- Selected Melbourne pick-up and drop-off.
- Entry into Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park.
- Small-group Phillip Island experience.
- Friendly and knowledgeable local guide.
- Multilingual audio commentary via the Explore Australia app-based (code provided by your guide).
- Dinner. Dinner is available to purchase at Phillip Island.
- Lunch. Lunch is available to purchase at Moonlit Sanctaury.
- Snacks. Snacks at own expense.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour from Melbourne is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour from Melbourne will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All National Park fees
- Travel in modern air-conditioned vehicle
- General entry to Phillip Island Penguin Parade
- Selected Melbourne pick-up and drop-off
- Entry into Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
- Small-group Phillip Island experience
- Friendly and knowledgeable local guide
- Multilingual audio commentary via the Explore Australia app-based (code provided by your guide)
- DinnerDinner is available to purchase at Phillip Island
- LunchLunch is available to purchase at Moonlit Sanctaury
- SnacksSnacks at own expense
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
