Day Trips

From Melbourne: Half/Full-Day Phillip Island Day Trip with Penguin Parade

Name: From Melbourne: Half/Full-Day Phillip Island Day Trip with Penguin Parade
Start: 2026-10-17T13:45:00
End: 2026-10-17T23:45:00
Location: Melbourne

4.8/5(125)

Johnson H

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

We had an amazing experience on our half day tour of Phillip Island which included the Penguin Parade. Our guide, Jackie, was incredibly enthusiastic, professional, and so knowledgeable. She shared the history of the island, the significance of the aboriginal experience in the past as well as their contributions in contemporary times. Jackie looked after all of the details and made sure that everyone's needs were taken care of. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone considering a visit to Phillip Island . Many, many thanks to Jackie and her team. Johnson and Clara

Sue M

Solo

Verified booking

6 days ago

I had a great time. Loved the Koalas best. The wee penguins were quite slow coming out of the sea, but did get to see several of the dapper little birds. Scenery was spectacular, too.

Michelle H

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

28/09/2026. What an amazing day out on the full day Phillip Island Tour. Our tour guide was Fiona she was lovely was very knowledgeable and told us some delicious spots to eat when we stopped for lunch. I had never been before, what a beautiful spot. Definitely be doing some more tours with Autiopia in the future. Highly recommend this Tour and company

Peter M

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Tom made the day so fantastic and we couldn't recommend anyone higher for your first experience out to Phillip Island. The knowledge he passed on, the little jokes he made here and there made the day so memorable. To top it all off, Tom essentially dropped everyone back to their hotel so no one had to walk far at night time. Thank you Tom.

Kathryn H

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The whole tour was excellent. Great value for money. David was an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and seemed to care about his passengers. The penguin parade was fantastic, we didn't see a huge amount of penguins but the ones we saw were well worth the trip. It was also great to see them whilst just walking around

Donna A

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Our guide and bus driver Ben was a lively and fun companion, preparing us with facts and instructions on how to be with the penguins respectfully and get the best vantage point. We were in safe and happy hands on the long trip there and back.

Explore Phillip Island on a full-day or half-day guided tour from Melbourne, with round-trip coach transfers included for your convenience.

Enjoy live commentary from an English-speaking guide, with an audio translation app available in 10 languages for multilingual support.

Visit picturesque coastal highlights including the Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rocks Lookout for dramatic ocean views and the chance to spot marine wildlife.

Experience the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park, with access to the boardwalks, visitor center, and general viewing platform.

Choose the Penguins Plus upgrade for an exclusive viewing platform located along the penguins’ main pathway, offering an intimate and limited-capacity experience.

Customize your tour with flexible durations and optional upgrades for a personalized encounter with Phillip Island’s unique wildlife and landscapes.

Full or half-day tour to Phillip Island (based on option selected)

Round-trip transfers from Melbourne

English-speaking guide

Entry to Phillip Island National Parks, Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rocks Lookout

Entry to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park

Access to boardwalk and visitor center

Access to general viewing platform

Penguins Plus (if option selected)

Access to Penguins Plus viewing platform

Closest penguin pathway viewing

Limited-capacity beachfront stand

Food and beverages (available to purchase onsite)

Headphones

TOTAL DURATION10 hours
Timeline
Map
Start point
Melbourne
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1 hr 45 min
1. Koala Conservation Reserve
1 hr
See koalas up close on treetop boardwalks and learn about conservation protecting Phillip Island’s woodland. Look up to spot the hidden koalas.
15 min
2. Phillip Island
30 min
3 attractions
3. Philip Island Nature Park
45 min
10 min
4. Nobbies Centre
40 min
10 min
5. Penguin Parade
1 hr 30 min
2 hr
End point
Melbourne
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Peter M
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Tom made the day so fantastic and we couldn't recommend anyone higher for your first experience out to Phillip Island. The knowledge he passed on, the little jokes he made here and there made the day so memorable. To top it all off, Tom essentially dropped everyone back to their hotel so no one had to walk far at night time. Thank you Tom.
Johnson H
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
We had an amazing experience on our half day tour of Phillip Island which included the Penguin Parade. Our guide, Jackie, was incredibly enthusiastic, professional, and so knowledgeable. She shared the history of the island, the significance of the aboriginal experience in the past as well as their contributions in contemporary times. Jackie looked after all of the details and made sure that everyone's needs were taken care of. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone considering a visit to Phillip Island . Many, many thanks to Jackie and her team. Johnson and Clara
Michelle H
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
28/09/2026. What an amazing day out on the full day Phillip Island Tour. Our tour guide was Fiona she was lovely was very knowledgeable and told us some delicious spots to eat when we stopped for lunch. I had never been before, what a beautiful spot. Definitely be doing some more tours with Autiopia in the future. Highly recommend this Tour and company
Kathryn H
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The whole tour was excellent. Great value for money. David was an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and seemed to care about his passengers. The penguin parade was fantastic, we didn't see a huge amount of penguins but the ones we saw were well worth the trip. It was also great to see them whilst just walking around
Donna A
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Our guide and bus driver Ben was a lively and fun companion, preparing us with facts and instructions on how to be with the penguins respectfully and get the best vantage point. We were in safe and happy hands on the long trip there and back.

Discover the best of Phillip Island on a guided coastal and wildlife tour

Explore the natural beauty and wildlife of Phillip Island on a full-day or half-day guided tour from Melbourne, with round-trip transfers included for a hassle-free experience.

Enjoy guided commentary in multiple languages

Learn more about the region with live narration from your English-speaking guide, and use the included audio translation app available in 10 languages for multilingual convenience.

Take in stunning coastal highlights

Visit the Nobbies blowhole and Seal Rocks lookout for breathtaking ocean views. Stroll along cliffside boardwalks and enjoy the chance to spot marine life like fur seals and seabirds.

Witness the famous Penguin Parade at sunset

Experience the wonder of the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park. With general viewing platform access, boardwalks, and the visitor centre, you’ll watch little penguins emerge from the sea and return to their burrows after a day of fishing.

Upgrade to Penguins Plus for a premium experience

Enhance your visit with the Penguins Plus upgrade, offering access to a secluded, limited-capacity viewing platform located along the penguins’ most active pathway for an intimate and memorable view of their journey.

Customize your tour to fit your schedule

Choose from flexible half-day or full-day options and tailor your experience with optional upgrades, making this the perfect way to explore Phillip Island’s wildlife, scenery, and natural charm.

What to bring

Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite.

Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

Bring along your sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes, all-weather warm clothing for the evening, and a jumper or windproof jacket.

What's not allowed

This experience is not pram/stroller or wheelchair accessible.

No photography or filming is permitted at the Penguin Parade. Penguins have sensitive eyes and a bright, sudden flash or unusual light can frighten or disorientate a penguin.

Suitcases and large bags are not allowed.

Additional information

A minimal level of physical fitness is necessary to complete this tour.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Immigration Museum (corner of Market street and Flinders street).

Address: 400 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia.

Get directions to the meeting point