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    Penguins walking on the beach at night on Phillip Island, Australia.

    Phillip Island Tours

    Journey from Melbourne to Phillip Island. Witness the Penguin Parade at sunset, explore the Koala Conservation Centre, and more with our tours.
    from AU$ 155

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    Phillip Island Penguin Parade with two little penguins walking on a sandy path.

    Phillip Island Penguin Parade

    Witness the world’s smallest penguins as they waddle ashore at sunset on Phillip Island. Choose from a variety of experiences, from guided tours to VIP viewing platforms, and enjoy the natural beauty of this Australian wildlife sanctuary.
    from AU$ 17

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    Penguins on the beach at Phillip Island Nature Parks, Melbourne.

    Phillip Island Nature Parks Tickets

    Visit Phillip Island for a serene getaway from the city. Visit the 3 parks: Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve, and Churchill Island, for a wonderful retreat into nature. Choose from Phillip Island Nature Parks tickets that offer entry to the Penguin Parade, a 3-park pass, or guided wildlife tours.
    from AU$ 17

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    Koala sleeping on a tree branch at Koala Conservation Reserve.

    Koala Conservation Reserve

    Stroll along elevated boardwalks among the treetops for an up-close encounter with koalas in their native environment. Explore the woodlands on foot and delight in the diverse birdlife, as well as the presence of wallabies and echidnas.
    from AU$ 17

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    Couple petting a horse at Churchill Island farm with ocean view in background.

    Churchill Island

    Discover Churchill Island, named Moonar’mia by the Bunurong People, the island's rich history spans tens of thousands of years. Crossing the bridge, you'll encounter Cape Barren Geese, Purple Swamp Hens, and Highland cattle. Once a farm and summer retreat, Churchill Island's Victorian gardens are a cherished heritage.
    from AU$ 17

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    Visitors feeding kangaroos at Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, Melbourne.

    Moonlit Sanctuary Tickets

    Immerse in Victoria's top wildlife park, meet incredible native animals up close, from kangaroos and koalas to endangered species.
    from AU$ 34

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    Koala resting on a tree branch at Maru Koala and Animal Park.

    Maru Koala and Animal Park

    from AU$ 30

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    Family feeding kangaroos at Ballarat Wildlife Park, Melbourne.

    Ballarat Wildlife Park Tickets

    Ballarat Wildlife Park, located in Victoria, Australia, is a charming sanctuary for wildlife enthusiasts. Explore natural habitats and get up close to native Australian animals, including kangaroos, koalas, and reptiles, while learning about their conservation efforts.
    from AU$ 36

    Top experiences in Melbourne

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    Tasmanian devil on a log at Maru Koala and Animal Park, Australia.
    Maru Koala and Animal Park
    Maru Koala and Animal Park Tickets
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    Rated 4.4 out of 5.0 from 559 ratings.
    AU$30
    Free cancellation
    Visitor taking selfie with koala at Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park.
    Moonlit Sanctuary Tickets
    Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park Admission Tickets
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    Rated 4.4 out of 5.0 from 459 ratings.
    AU$34
    Free cancellation
    Penguins walking on the beach at Phillip Island Nature Parks, Australia.
    Phillip Island Nature Parks Tickets
    Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade Tickets
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    Rated 4.2 out of 5.0 from 3094 ratings.
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    Visitors interacting with a horse at Churchill Island farm.
    Phillip Island Nature Parks Tickets
    Churchill Island Tickets & Optional Entry to Phillip Island Nature Parks
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    Rated 4.5 out of 5.0 from 291 ratings.
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    Koala resting in a tree at Koala Conservation Reserve, Phillip Island.
    Phillip Island Nature Parks Tickets
    Koala Conservation Reserve Tickets & Optional Entry to Phillip Island Nature Parks
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    Penguins walking on the beach at dusk during the Penguin Parade, Phillip Island.
    Phillip Island Nature Parks Tickets
    Phillip Island 3 Parks Pass: Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve & Churchill Island
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    Rated 4.5 out of 5.0 from 275 ratings.
    AU$58
    Free cancellation
    Boat near rugged coastline and penguins on sandy beach, Phillip Island, Australia.
    Phillip Island Nature Parks Tickets
    Combo: Phillip Island Cape Woolamai Morning Cruise + Nature Parks Penguin Parade Tickets
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    Tour boat near seals and penguins on a beach, wildlife excursion.
    Phillip Island Nature Parks Tickets
    Combo (Save 5%): Phillip Island Seal Watching Afternoon Cruise + Nature Parks Penguin Parade Tickets
    4.3(3,637)
    Rated 4.3 out of 5.0 from 3637 ratings.
    from AU$135
    AU$128.25
    5% off
    Free cancellation
    Family exploring Aschombe Maze & Lavender Gardens, surrounded by lush greenery.
    Ashcombe Maze Tickets
    Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens Entry Tickets
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    Jan Preston-Smith
    AU

    Jan

    Australia
    Aug 2025
    5/5
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    A fun night. Cold but entertaining. Penguins arrived hesitantly but scurried quickly once the group was big enough. The displays in the Penguin Parade centre were interesting. Lots to see and do...

    Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade Tickets

    Stuart Leskie
    AU

    Stuart

    Australia
    Jun 2025
    5/5
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    The staff were so friendly and knowledgeable, making our experience a great one. And the penguins were so cute and adorable when they came into the beach.

    Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade Tickets

    Catriona Graham
    NZ

    Catriona

    New Zealand
    Jun 2025
    4/5
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    Ticketing was easy to follow and information and maps for the three activities were good. The staff at all three were really helpful, pleasant and made the experiences fun. It was fun getting close to the animals at Churchill Island and the highlight was milking the cow. Walking around the koala reserve and again getting to see them up close was special. The highlight of the afternoon was the penguin parade, particularly getting to see them as they went to their burrows, from the boardwalk. We all agreed that we had a great day. We self drove.

    Phillip Island 3 Parks Pass: Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve & Churchill Island

    gillian singh
    GB

    Gillian

    United Kingdom
    Feb 2024
    4/5
    Penguin island was fabulous- really enjoyed it . The farm was okay but had a good cafe and the walk was interesting. The Antarctic was shut so I'm very disappointed I bought for tickets and only got to see three . That said it was still good value for money

    Phillip Island 4 Parks Pass: Penguin Parade, Koalas, Churchill Island, Antarctic Journey

    Daniel Robert van der Heijden
    NL

    Daniel

    Netherlands
    Dec 2023
    5/5
    Lovely Parks and easy access with all the passes. Just a tip, take people's phone away or something at the penguin parade, unbelievable how many people still took pictures at the beach or on the boardwalk back to the visitor centre. Really sad to see. Other than that great experience!!

    Phillip Island 4 Parks Pass: Penguin Parade, Koalas, Churchill Island, Antarctic Journey

    Jeydee Dones

    Jeydee

    Jul 2021
    4/5
    Easy booking but the cashier/receptionist was not familiar of the golder dragon headout booking. I was afraid we wont be able to come in. We had to wait for another staff to fix it.

    Maru Koala and Animal Park Tickets

    Barbara Van der Horst
    AU

    Barbara

    Australia
    Oct 2025
    5/5
    We brought overseas visitors to watch the koalas and their excitement was wonderful to watch and then we got to watch an echidna digging in an ant nest so close by that was such a new sight for the visitors saying to us that this will always be in their memory

    Koala Conservation Reserve Tickets & Optional Entry to Phillip Island Nature Parks

    Barbara Van der Horst
    AU

    Barbara

    Australia
    Apr 2025
    5/5
    There was a staff member who told us about the park, very knowledgeable and friendly . The tickets were very easy obtainable

    Koala Conservation Reserve Tickets & Optional Entry to Phillip Island Nature Parks

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