Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Wildlife Afternoon Tour from Melbourne Instant Confirmation
Witness Victoria's most popular phenomenon, the Penguin Parade, from a premium viewing area. See the koalas of Phillip Island and other animals on this unforgettable Australian wildlife experience!
Embark on an Australian adventure, perfect for animal lovers. Witness the nightly parade of tiny penguins that take over Phillip Island's Summerland beach during sunset. Enjoy the best vantage point to watch the adorable little penguins make their way home to the sand dunes.
Grab the opportunity to meet native wildlife like wallabies and kangaroos, look for koalas up in their gum tree homes and see the seals basking in the late sunlight around the island. Discover what makes Phillip Island such a special place.
Grab the opportunity to meet native wildlife like wallabies and kangaroos, look for koalas up in their gum tree homes and see the seals basking in the late sunlight around the island. Discover what makes Phillip Island such a special place.

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Price
Penguin Parade - General Viewing Area
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- Duration (incl. transportation): 8 - 10.5 hour(s)
- Available: Daily
- Schedule: for all packages
- Pick-up: You can choose either Pick-up or Check-in (free).
- Inclusion: Admission / Transportation fee / WiFi on-board the coach and during Penguin Parade / On-coach video / General viewing experience
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Tour with Penguins Plus Platform Access
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Penguins Plus is a platform that offers visitors unprecedented, up-close viewing of the little penguins with slightly higher viewing seats as they make their way along the most popular penguin pathway at the Penguin Parade.
- Duration (incl. transportation): 8 - 10.5 hour(s)
- Available: Daily
- Schedule: for all packages
- Pick-up: You can choose either Pick-up or Check-in (free).
- Inclusion: Admission / Transportation fee / WiFi on-board the coach and during Penguin Parade / On-coach video / Penguin plus premium viewing
Package detail / Schedule
Tour with Underground Penguins Plus Access
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Underground Penguins Plus is the perfect spot to watch the penguins close-up at eye-level. As a bonus, Underground Penguins Plus also gives you access to the Penguins Plus platform (directly above Underground).
- Duration (incl. transportation): 8 - 10.5 hour(s)
- Available: Daily
- Schedule: for all packages
- Pick-up: You can choose either Pick-up or Check-in (free).
- Inclusion: Admission / Transportation fee / WiFi on-board the coach and during Penguin Parade / On-coach video / Underground penguin plus viewing experience
Package detail / Schedule
Schedule & Location
- Schedule
- Pick-up/Check-in
Time & Location - Check-out
Time & Location
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13:00 Pick-up from Specific Hotels or Check-in at Federation Square East
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13:15 Warrook Homestead
Start the tour with some afternoon tea (own expense) at the century-old historical farm. Meet the friendly kangaroos and koalas of Fauna Park and do not miss the opportunity to feed them by purchasing animal feed (own expense) on site.
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Phillip Island Nature Park and Koala Conservation Center
Get chummy with diverse Aussie wildlife in their natural habitat at Phillip Island Nature Park. The state government-owned conservation park is home to seals, koalas, shearwaters and Phillip Island's famous penguins. Then, be in for a fun and furry time at the Koala Conservation Center.
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The Nobbies
Enjoy amazing coastal views from the boardwalks and lookout points set among the burrows of the Little Penguins.
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Penguin Parade at Summerland Beach
Watch the Penguin Parade from the exclusive Penguins Plus platform, the Underground viewing area OR General viewing area based on your chosen package. Check out rookeries from the boardwalk and learn about the life of Little Penguins through the "Penguin Experience".
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Return to Melbourne and Dinner StopA dinner stop will be made before or after the Penguin Parade (dependent on the season).
*During Daylight Savings, the penguins return from the sea at a later time. -
21:00-23:30 Tour Ends at Federation Square
Notes
Required Items to Bring & Attire
- All Packages
- Clothing that can get wet
Additional Note(s)- All Packages
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Children four (4) years old and under are free, but will need to sit on a parent or guardian's lap if there are no available seats.
- Please bring warm, waterproof clothing as nights can be cold on the island in any season. The Penguin Parade is a natural phenomenon taking place in the open outdoors.
- Please note that dinner is not included in this tour's fee, but the tour will make a stop (either before or after the Parade) for guests to have dinner.
- During Daylight Savings, the penguins return to the sea at a later time. Return time to Federation Square will be at approximately 23:30.
- Please note that photography and filming is strictly prohibited so as not to disturb nor harm the animals you will be seeing on this tour.
Booking Requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
FAQPlease click HERE to send an inquiry about this activityPayment/Cancellation policyPayment typeCredit card payment Cancellation Policy- Any cancellations made after 13:15 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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USD 121.67
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Pick-up | Available |
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Duration incl. transportation | 8 - 10.5 hour(s) |
Availability | Daily |
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