From Melbourne: Moonlit Sanctuary & Phillip Island Guided Tour with Penguin Parade

Spend a captivating day exploring Phillip Island’s most celebrated sights, from up-close animal encounters to scenic coastal vistas and the magical Penguin Parade at dusk. With round-trip transfers from Melbourne and an expert English-speaking guide, your journey is as seamless as it is unforgettable.

Your day begins in Melbourne

Enjoy convenient hotel pickup or meet your guide at a designated location in central Melbourne. Relax in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle as you journey to your first destination, with your guide sharing insights and highlights along the way.

Up close with Australia’s wildlife

Your first stop is Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park, where you’ll have the chance to meet kangaroos and wallabies, encounter emus, and learn about native species in engaging keeper presentations. This immersive wildlife experience offers a meaningful connection to Australian conservation efforts.

Scenic views at Point Grant & The Nobbies

Next, travel along Phillip Island’s dramatic coastline to Point Grant and The Nobbies. Stroll the boardwalks perched above rugged cliffs, take in sweeping views of Bass Strait and Westernport Bay, and spot Seal Rocks – home to a large colony of Australian fur seals.

Evening spectacle: The Penguin Parade

As evening falls, take your seat for the main event – the nightly Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park. Watch as little penguins emerge from the sea and waddle across the sand to their burrows. You'll have access to the general viewing platform, with the option to upgrade for a more immersive experience:

• Penguins Plus (optional upgrade): Enjoy closer views from a limited-capacity, beachfront platform positioned along the penguins’ most active pathway.

• Underground Viewing (optional upgrade): Step inside a weatherproof, eye-level observation area for intimate views as the penguins pass by just feet away.

Wrap Up at the Visitor Centre

Explore interactive displays and exhibits at the visitor centre before you depart. Then, settle back for a relaxing return trip to Melbourne after an unforgettable day full of nature, wildlife, and coastal charm.