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From Melbourne: Full-Day Guided Tour of Phillip Island Wildlife with Penguin Parade & Brighton Beach Boxes

Kangaroos grazing on a field at Phillip Island, Australia.
Koalas in a tree on Phillip Island during wildlife tour.
Brighton Beach colorful huts with Melbourne skyline in the background.
Coastal boardwalk leading to modern building on Phillip Island, Australia.

Duration

12 hr

Open today

05:00pm - 09:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

    • Explore Australia's wildlife and beach culture on this full-day tour of Phillip Island and Brighton Beach boxes along with a multilingual audio app.

    • Get ready to click some insta-worthy snaps at the vibrant and iconic Brighton beach boxes. What's not to love about the beach and colorful huts?

    • At the Wildlife Animal Park, get up-close encounters with Australia's cuddly koalas and bounding kangaroos.

    • View the penguin parade where you can see the penguins come out from the ocean and walk towards their burrows on the sand.

    • Choose between the two ticket options, take the bus tour to enjoy a group setting, or for a more intimate experience opt for the private car tour.

    • Now, here's a nugget: Those cute penguins you'll see at Phillip Island? They pair for life, just like lovebirds!

    • Full-day tour in AC bus or private car to Phillip Island

    • Round-trip Melbourne transfers

    • Shared AC bus or private car transfers (based on option selected)

    • English-speaking guide

    • Visit to Brighton Beach boxes

    • Entry to Phillip Island National Park, Nobbies Visitor Center, Nobbies Lookout

    • Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

    • Entry to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park

    • Access to boardwalk and visitor center

    • Access to general viewing platform

    • Food and drinks (available to purchase onsite)

    • Headphones

  • TOTAL DURATION12 hours - 12 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    Melbourne CBD
    Start point

    Melbourne CBD

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    Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes

    1. Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes

    30 min
    Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

    2. Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

    90 min
    The Nobbies Centre

    3. The Nobbies Centre

    60 min
    Phillip Island Nature Parks – Penguin Parade

    4. Phillip Island Nature Parks – Penguin Parade

    3 hr
    Melbourne CBD
    End point

    Melbourne CBD

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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.

  • Discover native wildlife and coastal wonders on a full-day Phillip Island tour

    Embark on an unforgettable journey through Victoria’s wild beauty and cultural landmarks on this full-day tour to Phillip Island. With comfortable round-trip transfers from Melbourne—by shared air-conditioned bus or private car—and led by an expert English-speaking guide, this all-inclusive experience takes you from iconic beaches to Australia’s beloved Penguin Parade.

    Begin your day in Melbourne

    Your adventure starts with convenient pickup from Melbourne in either a shared AC bus or private vehicle (depending on your selected option). Sit back and enjoy a scenic drive with insightful commentary from your guide as you head toward the coast.

    Photo stop at Brighton Beach boxes

    Make your first stop at the colourful Brighton Beach bathing boxes—an iconic Melbourne photo opportunity. Admire the vibrant designs, sandy shores, and views of the city skyline across Port Phillip Bay.

    Get up close with wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary

    Next, head to Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, where you can meet kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, and koalas in an immersive, bushland setting. Learn about Australia's native animals and conservation efforts through interactive exhibits and live presentations.

    Explore the Nobbies and coastal vistas

    Continue your journey to the breathtaking coastline of Phillip Island. Visit the Nobbies Visitor Centre to discover fascinating displays about the region's marine life and nearby Seal Rocks. Stroll along the Nobbies boardwalk and lookout points to soak in sweeping ocean views and catch a glimpse of the rugged blowhole.

    The main event: Penguin Parade at sunset

    As the sun begins to set, head to the world-renowned Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park. From the general viewing platform, watch hundreds of little penguins as they emerge from the sea and waddle across the beach to their burrows. The boardwalks and visitor centre provide additional viewpoints and educational exhibits to deepen your appreciation of this natural spectacle.

    Relaxing return to Melbourne

    After an evening of awe and excitement, travel back to Melbourne in comfort, taking home lifelong memories of Australia’s unique wildlife and scenic beauty.

    This full-day tour brings together the best of Victoria’s coastal charm, native animals, and unforgettable penguin encounters—all in one expertly guided experience.

  • Penguin Parade

    Monday05:00pm - 09:00pm
    Tuesday05:00pm - 09:00pm
    Wednesday05:00pm - 09:00pm
    Thursday05:00pm - 09:00pm
    Friday05:00pm - 09:00pm
    Saturday05:00pm - 09:00pm
    Sunday05:00pm - 09:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, water bottle, an umbrella if rain is forecast.

    Accessibility

    • This tour is pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional Information

    • The audio guide is available in Arabic, Chinese simplified, Chinese traditional, English, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Thai.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

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

    Meeting Point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

    Note :

    • Guests will be picked from (or close to) their accommodation in Melbourne CBD.

    • If the guest is a solo traveller or booking has been made a day prior, they maybe referred to a central convenient pick up location.

    • Seasonal pick up times apply, specific times are visible upon date selection during booking process.

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