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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.
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- 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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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.
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.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Meet your guide at Immigration Museum (corner of Market street and Flinders street).
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Address: 400 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia.
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