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From Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Afternoon Guided Tour

Guests observing penguins at Phillip Island, Australia.
Father and daughter enjoying sunset view at Nobbies boardwalk, Phillip Island.
Penguins walking on the beach during the Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
Tourists with guide overlooking ocean and cliffs at Cape Woolamai.

Duration

10 hr

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5:00pm - 9:00pm

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Go on a journey to Phillip Island with round-trip transfers from Melbourne to witness the charming Penguin Parade on this guided tour.

4.5/5

(54)

Lynn Abel

Lynn

Mar 2026
Verified booking
Chris H was a fantastic driver/guide, he knew so many interesting facts and was a lot of fun too. He gave us tips on the best place to sit to see the penguins and it worked a treat. Overall just a fab day out, would highly recommend to anyone.
Lukash Iraia Morgan

Lukash

Dec 2025
Verified booking
James our tour guide of Go West was passionate about Melbourne and Philip Island and quite knowledgeable and very friendly. Headout and Go West need to re update the collection point on their info section as the pickup was on the Market Street side of the Immigration Museum and not Flinders Street side. Also definitely try to get the Penguin Plus upgrade if possible. Well worth it to be up close to the penguins.
Rahul Saligram

Rahul

Dec 2025
Verified booking
Well structured half-day trip with a great guide. Rob was friendly and well-informed guide who was also meticulate about the schedule! We had a great time and would highly recommend the half-day trip to anybody who just wants to go to Phillip Island, see the penguin parade and get back to Melbourne CBD.
Michelle Schreiber

Michelle

Dec 2025
Verified booking
What a great day, sherif was an amazing guide who made the trip so enjoyable with his knowledge and humour. The penguins were so cute we had the best seat thanks to sherif sharing his tips for the best spot. Was a wonderful way to spend Christmas Eve, memories my kids will forever cherish
Romina Reid

Romina

Nov 2025
Verified booking
Thanks Mike! We enjoyed our tour to Phillip Island and found the trip very well organised and very informative. You made sure everything was taken care of. The Penguin Parade was certainly an experience to remember and if you can, buy Penguin Plus tickets and make sure to be seated down at the beach as soon as the gates open for best vantage points. All in all a fabulous tour, thank you.
Wong Gi Wai Gigi

Wong

Oct 2025
Verified booking
The tour is great as it's only half day, bus the cozy with around 12 ppls at our trip. Try to get a plus ticket for the up close of the tiny Penguins and get the seats earlier. The guide is amazing, very friendly and allow us have just the right amount of time to stop for spots before we head in to the Centre. Try to bring your own dinner as the time is not so much for sit down food.
    • Enjoy a guided tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, witnessing Australia's largest fur seal colony and the iconic penguin parade.
    • Go on a scenic ride in plush air-conditioned coaches, guided by expert local guides for a personalized experience.
    • Marvel at the colonies of seals scattered across Seal Rocks and stroll along the Nobbies boardwalk to learn fascinating insights about the rich marine wildlife.
    • Witness Little Penguins parading to their burrows at sunset, and upgrade to a premium viewing experience with a seat at the grandstand.
    • Fun fact: Little Penguins, the smallest of penguin species, ensure they see a sunset every day due to their unique beach-to-burrow lifestyle!
    • Philip Island tour
    • Informative driver/guide
    • AC transfers from Melbourne
    • Standard viewing at penguin parade
    • Entry fees and taxes

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    What our guests say

    Lynn Abel

    Lynn

    Mar 2026
    Verified booking
    Chris H was a fantastic driver/guide, he knew so many interesting facts and was a lot of fun too. He gave us tips on the best place to sit to see the penguins and it worked a treat. Overall just a fab day out, would highly recommend to anyone.
    Stephanie Ng

    Stephanie

    Feb 2026
    Verified booking
    Jono shared lots of useful information and fun facts about his experiences. His service was very appreciated. Besides, his voice is so nice to listen to; he should do a podcast.
    Chenjung Lai

    Chenjung

    Feb 2026
    Verified booking
    My husband and I appreciated the tour guide Mike as Mike was well organized, and we received a very warm hospitality from him. We had a wonderful time and memory.
    Colin L Visser

    Colin

    Feb 2026
    Verified booking
    The tour that I paid for was not very clear on what was included. Also I was note made aware of the CBD departure.
    Mahita Manish Ajmera

    Mahita

    Feb 2026
    Verified booking
    Rhys was a great tour guide! Seeing the penguins is a lifetime memory and we felt so lucky to witness them.

  • A sea of seals & penguins

    As you drive away from the bustle of Melbourne to the tranquility of Phillip Island, relax in an air-conditioned coach as seascapes pass you by, setting the stage for an exciting escapade. The tour takes you first to the Nobbies Centre, a remarkable marine discovery hub where you'll expand your knowledge about local marine wildlife and enjoy an unbeatable view of Seal Rocks, home to about 16,000 seals, making it Australia's largest fur seal colony.

    An enchanting evening with Little Penguins

    As the day transitions into a sunset, brace yourself for the famed penguin parade. Watch these little creatures, the smallest penguin species standing just 33 cm tall, as they waddle their way across the beach to their burrows. Upgrade to premium viewing to enjoy a better perspective from the grandstand.

  • Penguin Parade

    Monday5:00pm - 9:00pm
    Tuesday5:00pm - 9:00pm
    Wednesday5:00pm - 9:00pm
    Thursday5:00pm - 9:00pm
    Friday5:00pm - 9:00pm
    Saturday5:00pm - 9:00pm
    Sunday5:00pm - 9:00pm

  • What to bring

    • Bring your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, water bottle, change of clothes, towel, and power bank for the experience.
    • Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

    What's not allowed

    • Photography is not allowed during the Penguin Parade.
    • Large bags, luggage, and pram/ strollers are not allowed on this experience.

    Accessibility

    • The experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • Facilities: Free Wi-Fi.
    • This tour can accommodate a maximum of 24 people in 1 group.
    • The tour is conducted in English. However, you can access pre-recorded written & verbal tour information in 16 different languages by downloading the free Go West Tours App from the App Store or Google Play. Download the app before departure or use the complimentary onboard Wi-Fi. Please ensure you bring your own headphones.
    • Guests will be picked up from the Immigration Museum between 1:45pm to 2:45pm and dropped off between 9:30pm to 12am at the same location.

    • 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

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