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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.

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Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Penguins walking on the beach at Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Koala resting in a tree at Koala Conservation Reserve, Phillip Island.
Visitors seated at Phillip Island Nature Parks viewing area for Penguin Parade.
Child observing penguins at Phillip Island Nature Parks, Australia.
Penguins walking on the shore at Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade.
Visitors watching penguins at Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Penguins walking on the beach at Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade.
Little penguins walking on sand at night, Phillip Island Nature Parks.
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  • Catch sight of little penguins returning home at dusk in the world-famous Penguin Parade. The parade is particularly great for educating children on wildlife and nature awareness.

  • Opt for the general viewing ticket to get close to the little waddlers or choose penguin plus – a ticket for tiered seating.

  • Admire the penguins on the new Penguins Premium viewing platform that's directly inspired by the magnificent coves of the island's southern coast.

  • Enhance your experience with an exclusive ranger-led tour through the penguin colony with an underground viewing upgrade for an exclusive up-close interaction.

  • You can also choose the Phillip Island 3 Parks Pass, offering koala encounters at the Conservation Centre and farm experiences on Churchill Island.

  • Fun fact: Phillip Island is home to one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia.

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  • Catch sight of little penguins returning home at dusk in the world-famous Penguin Parade. The parade is particularly great for educating children on wildlife and nature awareness.

  • Opt for the general viewing ticket to get close to the little waddlers or choose penguin plus – a ticket for tiered seating.

  • Admire the penguins on the new Penguins Premium viewing platform that's directly inspired by the magnificent coves of the island's southern coast.

  • Enhance your experience with an exclusive ranger-led tour through the penguin colony with an underground viewing upgrade for an exclusive up-close interaction.

  • You can also choose the Phillip Island 3 Parks Pass, offering koala encounters at the Conservation Centre and farm experiences on Churchill Island.

  • Fun fact: Phillip Island is home to one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia.

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Colorful Brighton Beach Boxes lined up on sandy beach, Melbourne, Australia.
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.
Phillip Island visitor center with ocean view and boardwalk, Australia.
Visitors walking on Nobbies Lookout boardwalk with ocean and rocky island views.
Visitors walking along Nobbies Lookout boardwalk with ocean and coastal views, Phillip Island.
Phillip Island Penguin Parade with little penguins walking on sandy path.
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  • 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!

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  • 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!

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Penguins at Phillip Island Nature Parks during Penguin Parade, Australia.
Visitors watching penguins at Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Visitors observe koalas in their natural habitat at Phillip Island Conservation Reserve, Australia.
Koalas resting in trees at the Conservation Reserve, Phillip Island Nature Parks, Australia.
Visitors interacting with horses at Churchill Island farm, Melbourne, Australia.
National Park ranger demonstrating farming techniques at Churchill Island farm.
Visitors observing penguins at Phillip Island's Penguin Parade Visitor Centre, Melbourne.
Churchill Island farm animals grazing in a field with a historic farmhouse in the background.
Visitors interacting with farm animals at Churchill Island, Melbourne, Australia.
Aerial view of Churchill Island with lush greenery and coastal landscape, Melbourne, Australia.
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  • Get access to 3 of Phillip Island’s top wildlife experiences with a single ticket: Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve, and Churchill Island.

  • Wander treetop boardwalks at the Koala Conservation Reserve and spot koalas lounging in their natural eucalyptus habitat.

  • Step into the past on Churchill Island—explore heritage farm buildings, blooming gardens, and daily farming demos.

  • Watch hundreds of little penguins emerge from the ocean and waddle home during the world-famous Penguin Parade.

  • Your ticket includes access to the visitor center, scenic boardwalks, and general viewing platform at Phillip Island National Park.

  • Upgrade to Penguins Plus for prime views from a limited-capacity beachfront platform right next to the penguins’ path.

  • Choose Underground Viewing for sheltered, eye-level encounters from a glass-fronted, weatherproof observation space.

  • Tailor your visit with flexible upgrade options and get even closer to Phillip Island’s most adorable locals.

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  • Get access to 3 of Phillip Island’s top wildlife experiences with a single ticket: Penguin Parade, Koala Conservation Reserve, and Churchill Island.

  • Wander treetop boardwalks at the Koala Conservation Reserve and spot koalas lounging in their natural eucalyptus habitat.

  • Step into the past on Churchill Island—explore heritage farm buildings, blooming gardens, and daily farming demos.

  • Watch hundreds of little penguins emerge from the ocean and waddle home during the world-famous Penguin Parade.

  • Your ticket includes access to the visitor center, scenic boardwalks, and general viewing platform at Phillip Island National Park.

  • Upgrade to Penguins Plus for prime views from a limited-capacity beachfront platform right next to the penguins’ path.

  • Choose Underground Viewing for sheltered, eye-level encounters from a glass-fronted, weatherproof observation space.

  • Tailor your visit with flexible upgrade options and get even closer to Phillip Island’s most adorable locals.

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Puffing Billy steam train with passengers on a wooden trestle bridge in lush forest.
Phillip Island Nobbies coastal view with rugged cliffs and ocean waves.
Conductor and passengers wave from a Puffing Billy carriage on a Melbourne tour.
Conductor waves as Puffing Billy steam train departs on a half-day tour from Melbourne.
Puffing Billy steam train travels through pine trees near Melbourne.
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Penguin parading at dusk
Phillip Island Penguin Parade with penguins walking on sandy beach at sunset.
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  • See the best of Victoria on a full-day guided tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, with round-trip transfers included.

  • Journey through the scenic Dandenong Ranges and enjoy a classic Puffing Billy steam train ride from Belgrave to Emerald.

  • Watch the famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island as little penguins waddle ashore at sunset.

  • Travel in comfort with an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned coach, plus convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off.

  • Did you know? Puffing Billy is one of the world’s best-preserved heritage steam railways, operating since 1900.

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  • See the best of Victoria on a full-day guided tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, with round-trip transfers included.

  • Journey through the scenic Dandenong Ranges and enjoy a classic Puffing Billy steam train ride from Belgrave to Emerald.

  • Watch the famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island as little penguins waddle ashore at sunset.

  • Travel in comfort with an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned coach, plus convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off.

  • Did you know? Puffing Billy is one of the world’s best-preserved heritage steam railways, operating since 1900.

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AU$224
Eiffel Tower view from Seine River cruise in Paris, France.
Cape Woolamai coastline with rocky cliffs and ocean view from morning cruise, Phillip Island.
Cape Woolamai coastline view from Phillip Island morning cruise.
Penguins walking on the beach at Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Visitors watching penguins at Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Phillip Island Cape Woolamai Cruise showcasing rugged cliffs and ocean views.
Seals resting on rocks at Cape Woolamai, Phillip Island, Australia.
Child observing penguins at Phillip Island Nature Parks, Australia.
Penguins walking on the shore at Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade.
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  • Set sail on a 1-hour morning cruise around Cape Woolamai, Phillip Island’s highest point, and marvel at its rugged cliffs and sea caves.

  • Spot local wildlife such as seals, dolphins, and seabirds while enjoying complimentary tea, coffee, and cake on board.

  • Learn about Phillip Island’s natural and cultural history with expert commentary from experienced local guides.

  • Witness the world-famous Penguin Parade and watch hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore from the general viewing area at sunset.

  • Upgrade your experience with a 3 Parks Pass to explore Phillip Island Nature Parks, including the Koala Conservation Reserve and Churchill Island Heritage Farm.

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  • Set sail on a 1-hour morning cruise around Cape Woolamai, Phillip Island’s highest point, and marvel at its rugged cliffs and sea caves.

  • Spot local wildlife such as seals, dolphins, and seabirds while enjoying complimentary tea, coffee, and cake on board.

  • Learn about Phillip Island’s natural and cultural history with expert commentary from experienced local guides.

  • Witness the world-famous Penguin Parade and watch hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore from the general viewing area at sunset.

  • Upgrade your experience with a 3 Parks Pass to explore Phillip Island Nature Parks, including the Koala Conservation Reserve and Churchill Island Heritage Farm.

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Phillip Island penguins at Summerland Beach during Penguin Parade, Melbourne.
Visitors at Koala Conservation Reserve entrance, Phillip Island, Australia.
Koala resting in a tree at Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve, Australia.
Visitors observe koalas in their natural habitat at Phillip Island Conservation Reserve, Australia.
Sunset views from Phillip island
Visitors watching penguins at Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Penguins at Phillip Island.
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  • Explore Phillip Island on a full-day or half-day guided tour from Melbourne, with round-trip transfers included for your convenience.

  • Enjoy live commentary from an English-speaking guide, with an audio translation app available in 10 languages for multilingual support.

  • Visit picturesque coastal highlights including the Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rocks Lookout for dramatic ocean views and the chance to spot marine wildlife.

  • Experience the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park, with access to the boardwalks, visitor center, and general viewing platform.

  • Visit the Koala Conservation Reserve, where you can stroll treetop boardwalks for close encounters with koalas in their natural habitat.

  • Choose the Penguins Plus upgrade for an exclusive viewing platform located along the penguins’ main pathway, offering an intimate and limited-capacity experience.

  • Customize your tour with flexible durations and optional upgrades for a personalized encounter with Phillip Island’s unique wildlife and landscapes.

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  • Explore Phillip Island on a full-day or half-day guided tour from Melbourne, with round-trip transfers included for your convenience.

  • Enjoy live commentary from an English-speaking guide, with an audio translation app available in 10 languages for multilingual support.

  • Visit picturesque coastal highlights including the Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rocks Lookout for dramatic ocean views and the chance to spot marine wildlife.

  • Experience the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park, with access to the boardwalks, visitor center, and general viewing platform.

  • Visit the Koala Conservation Reserve, where you can stroll treetop boardwalks for close encounters with koalas in their natural habitat.

  • Choose the Penguins Plus upgrade for an exclusive viewing platform located along the penguins’ main pathway, offering an intimate and limited-capacity experience.

  • Customize your tour with flexible durations and optional upgrades for a personalized encounter with Phillip Island’s unique wildlife and landscapes.

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Group of people on boardwalk overlooking ocean at penguin parade site.
Kangaroos grazing at Healesville Sanctuary, part of the guided tour with transfers to Phillip Island.
Koalas sitting on a tree branch in Australia.
Guide holding an owl during Healesville Sanctuary tour, Australia.
Visitors walking on a boardwalk at Phillip Island with ocean and rocky coastline views.
Penguins on rocks at sunset during Phillip Island guided tour.
Penguins walking on a beach during sunset at Penguin Parade, Phillip Island.
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  • Enjoy a full-day guided tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, with convenient round-trip transfers included for a hassle-free adventure.

  • Explore Healesville Sanctuary, one of Australia’s premier wildlife parks, and come face-to-face with koalas, kangaroos, wombats, and other native animals.

  • Visit the scenic Point Grant and The Nobbies, where you can stroll cliffside boardwalks and take in spectacular views of the Southern Ocean and Seal Rocks.

  • Experience the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park as hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore at sunset.

  • Access the general viewing platform, visitor center, and scenic boardwalks to learn about penguin conservation and enjoy panoramic coastal views.

  • Benefit from insights shared by your English-speaking guide throughout the tour, making it both engaging and educational.

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  • Enjoy a full-day guided tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, with convenient round-trip transfers included for a hassle-free adventure.

  • Explore Healesville Sanctuary, one of Australia’s premier wildlife parks, and come face-to-face with koalas, kangaroos, wombats, and other native animals.

  • Visit the scenic Point Grant and The Nobbies, where you can stroll cliffside boardwalks and take in spectacular views of the Southern Ocean and Seal Rocks.

  • Experience the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park as hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore at sunset.

  • Access the general viewing platform, visitor center, and scenic boardwalks to learn about penguin conservation and enjoy panoramic coastal views.

  • Benefit from insights shared by your English-speaking guide throughout the tour, making it both engaging and educational.

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Colorful beach huts on Brighton Beach, part of the Phillip Island Tour.
Koala with animal handler at Moonlit Sanctuary, part of Phillip Island Tour.
Young woman feeding a kangaroo fruit from her hand in an outdoor setting.
Seals resting on rocky shore at Seal Rocks, Phillip Island.
Visitors watching penguins at sunset on Phillip Island during the Penguin Parade tour.
Tourist feeding wallabies at Moonlit Sanctuary, Phillip Island Tour.
Koala sitting on a branch at Moonlit Sanctuary, part of the Phillip Island Tour.
Animal handler with owl at Moonlit Sanctuary, Phillip Island Tour.
Tourists enjoying the scenic view at Nobbies, Phillip Island.
Girl watching penguin parade on Phillip Island tour.
Penguins gathering on the beach during the Phillip Island penguin parade.
Penguins walking on sand during the Phillip Island penguin parade tour.
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  • Depart from Melbourne for a day tour of Philip Island and head to Brighton Beach, where the vibrant beach huts are a must-see

  • Journey through Melbourne’s suburbs to Moonlit Sanctuary for a unique Australian wildlife experience as you meet kangaroos, koalas, and more.

  • Visit Point Grant and The Nobbies to enjoy stunning views of Westernport Bay. Don't miss Seal Rocks – home to Australia's largest fur seal colony!

  • Go to Phillip Island Penguin Parade where you can hundreds of the world's smallest penguins waddle ashore after a day of fishing at sea.

  • Upgrade your ticket to include a Penguins Plus or Underground Viewing Experience and enjoy the parade from a prime vantage point.

  • Fun fact: Penguins at Philip Island are called “fairy penguins”. They just weigh 1kg making them the smallest penguin species in the world.

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  • Depart from Melbourne for a day tour of Philip Island and head to Brighton Beach, where the vibrant beach huts are a must-see

  • Journey through Melbourne’s suburbs to Moonlit Sanctuary for a unique Australian wildlife experience as you meet kangaroos, koalas, and more.

  • Visit Point Grant and The Nobbies to enjoy stunning views of Westernport Bay. Don't miss Seal Rocks – home to Australia's largest fur seal colony!

  • Go to Phillip Island Penguin Parade where you can hundreds of the world's smallest penguins waddle ashore after a day of fishing at sea.

  • Upgrade your ticket to include a Penguins Plus or Underground Viewing Experience and enjoy the parade from a prime vantage point.

  • Fun fact: Penguins at Philip Island are called “fairy penguins”. They just weigh 1kg making them the smallest penguin species in the world.

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Feeding wallabies during a guided tour on Phillip Island.
Little penguins walking on the beach at night during a guided tour of Phillip Island.
Falconer interacting with an owl during a guided tour on Phillip Island.
Visitors watching penguins on a guided tour at Phillip Island, Australia.
Kangaroo being fed by hand on a guided tour of Phillip Island.
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  • Take a full-day guided tour from Melbourne to the iconic Phillip Island, with convenient round-trip transfers included.

  • Visit the award-winning Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park to meet and hand-feed native wildlife like kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas.

  • Take in stunning seaside vistas at Point Grant and The Nobbies, where you may glimpse Australia’s largest fur seal colony at Seal Rocks.

  • Witness the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park as little penguins return ashore at sunset.

  • Enjoy access to the Penguin Parade boardwalk and visitor center, plus general viewing platform admission for a great view of the penguins.

  • Upgrade to the Penguins Plus option for front-row views from an exclusive platform near the penguins’ main path to the beach.

  • Choose the Underground Viewing upgrade for an enclosed, weatherproof vantage point with eye-level views of penguins emerging from the ocean.

  • Travel in a small group with an English-speaking guide aboard a comfortable, modern vehicle for an engaging and personalized experience.

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  • Take a full-day guided tour from Melbourne to the iconic Phillip Island, with convenient round-trip transfers included.

  • Visit the award-winning Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park to meet and hand-feed native wildlife like kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas.

  • Take in stunning seaside vistas at Point Grant and The Nobbies, where you may glimpse Australia’s largest fur seal colony at Seal Rocks.

  • Witness the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park as little penguins return ashore at sunset.

  • Enjoy access to the Penguin Parade boardwalk and visitor center, plus general viewing platform admission for a great view of the penguins.

  • Upgrade to the Penguins Plus option for front-row views from an exclusive platform near the penguins’ main path to the beach.

  • Choose the Underground Viewing upgrade for an enclosed, weatherproof vantage point with eye-level views of penguins emerging from the ocean.

  • Travel in a small group with an English-speaking guide aboard a comfortable, modern vehicle for an engaging and personalized experience.

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Catriona Graham
NZ

Catriona

4/5
New Zealand
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.
Stuart Leskie
AU

Stuart

5/5
Australia
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.
Deborah Deece
AU

Deborah

5/5
Australia
I loved everything about the experience. So much so that I went back the 3 nights I was there. The staff were so helpful friendly and knowledgeable. I did a guided tour the first night and learnt so much, second night I did the underground viewing which was also great and the third night i upgraded my seating to penguin plus which was fantastic. The restaurant was also great I had the best fish n chips I've had in a long time. The only thing that needs better monitoring is the use of phone photography and video as I saw soooo many people taking photos and videos after sunset when it's not allowed.
Barbara Van der Horst
AU

Barbara

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

Shauna

5/5
Canada
The Koala Conservation Reserve was a beautiful experience: it is so well configured, accessible and allowed us to observe the koalas and other wildlife easily. Staff were super friendly and provided interesting information. I would strongly recommend this experience!
Aarati Tanmay Nayak
IN

Aarati

5/5
India
The tour guide Graeme was great and went out of the way to stop the bus and help us spot roos, wallabies and other wild life on our journey.
phui eng ko

Phui

5/5
The trip was awesome. The guild Chris was fantastic, he knowledgable and patient. The trip was smooth and well taken care by him.
gillian singh
GB

Gillian

4/5
United Kingdom
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
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