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

Experience Australia's wildlife and the iconic Penguin Parade on a full-day small group trip to Phillip Island from Melbourne.

12 hrs

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From A$165

Why book with us?

From A$165

Why book with us?

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Travel from Melbourne to Phillip Island on a full-day guided tour

  • Hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies at Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park

  • Admire stunning seaside scenery at Point Grant and The Nobbies

  • Watch the famous Penguin Parade as little penguins return to shore at sunset

  • Access the Penguin Parade boardwalk and visitor center

  • Upgrade to Penguins Plus for closer views or Underground Viewing for unique perspectives

  • Travel in a small group with an expert English-speaking guide in a comfortable vehicle

What’s Included

  • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne

  • English-speaking guide

  • Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park

  • Entry to Point Grant and The Nobbies

  • Admission to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park

  • Access to boardwalk and visitor center

  • General viewing platform access

  • Penguins Plus upgrade (if selected)

  • Underground Viewing upgrade (if selected)

About

Your experience on Phillip Island

Set out from Melbourne on a scenic full-day adventure that unveils the unique natural beauty and remarkable wildlife of Phillip Island. This expertly guided experience includes round-trip transport and in-depth commentary to help you get the most from every stop, from sanctuary visits to the world-renowned Penguin Parade.

Begin your journey

The tour departs from Melbourne, with convenient hotel pickup options or a central meeting location available. Travel in modern, climate-controlled comfort as your guide introduces the day's itinerary and provides insight into Australia's wildlife and geographic splendour.

Meet Australian wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary

The first stop is the award-winning Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park. Enjoy a chance to hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies, spot koalas relaxing among gum trees, and interact with native birds and emus. Informative presentations from keepers showcase Australia's unique biodiversity and highlight ongoing conservation work.

Discover dramatic coastlines and stunning views

Travel onward to Phillip Island’s Point Grant and The Nobbies, famous for their coastal boardwalks and vistas of the rugged cliffs facing Bass Strait and Westernport Bay. Watch for seabirds circling overhead and look out toward Seal Rocks, home to Australia’s largest population of fur seals.

The Penguin Parade spectacle

Arrive at Phillip Island Nature Park in time to enjoy the visitor centre and interactive exhibits before sunset signals the must-see Penguin Parade. Settle in at the general viewing platform to witness colonies of little penguins emerge from the waves and waddle up the beach to their burrows. For a premium experience, opt for the Penguins Plus platform for closer, exclusive viewing or choose the Underground Viewing option for a weather-sheltered, eye-level perspective of the penguins’ journey.

  • Penguins Plus: Get as close as possible to the main penguin path on a limited-capacity, beachfront platform.

  • Underground Viewing: Watch the penguins at eye level from within a protected enclosure, ideal for all weathers.

Return to Melbourne

After an enchanting evening with the penguins, relax in comfort for your return journey to Melbourne, concluding a day filled with extraordinary wildlife, captivating scenery, and iconic Australian experiences.

Book your From Melbourne: Moonlit Sanctuary & Phillip Island Guided Tour with Penguin Parade tickets now!

Visitor guidelines
  • Arrive at the designated meeting point on time for pickup

  • Respect wildlife and follow guide instructions at all times

  • Do not use flash or take photos during the Penguin Parade

  • Carry only small personal items or bags

  • Use complimentary Wi-Fi for accessing tour information if needed

Opening times

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm

FAQs

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 12 hours, departing in the late morning and returning at night.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup is available from selected Melbourne hotels or you can meet at a central location.

Can I take photos of the penguins?

Photography is not permitted during the Penguin Parade to protect the penguins.

Are there food options available?

There are food and café facilities at the visitor centre, but meals are not included in the ticket price.

Is the tour accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with strollers.

Know before you go
  • Bring weather-appropriate clothing as conditions can change quickly near the coast

  • Photography is not allowed during the Penguin Parade

  • Large bags, luggage and strollers are not permitted on tour vehicles

  • This tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible

  • Download the Go West Tours App for multilingual commentary and bring your headphones

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Travel from Melbourne to Phillip Island on a full-day guided tour

  • Hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies at Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park

  • Admire stunning seaside scenery at Point Grant and The Nobbies

  • Watch the famous Penguin Parade as little penguins return to shore at sunset

  • Access the Penguin Parade boardwalk and visitor center

  • Upgrade to Penguins Plus for closer views or Underground Viewing for unique perspectives

  • Travel in a small group with an expert English-speaking guide in a comfortable vehicle

What’s Included

  • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne

  • English-speaking guide

  • Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park

  • Entry to Point Grant and The Nobbies

  • Admission to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park

  • Access to boardwalk and visitor center

  • General viewing platform access

  • Penguins Plus upgrade (if selected)

  • Underground Viewing upgrade (if selected)

About

Your experience on Phillip Island

Set out from Melbourne on a scenic full-day adventure that unveils the unique natural beauty and remarkable wildlife of Phillip Island. This expertly guided experience includes round-trip transport and in-depth commentary to help you get the most from every stop, from sanctuary visits to the world-renowned Penguin Parade.

Begin your journey

The tour departs from Melbourne, with convenient hotel pickup options or a central meeting location available. Travel in modern, climate-controlled comfort as your guide introduces the day's itinerary and provides insight into Australia's wildlife and geographic splendour.

Meet Australian wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary

The first stop is the award-winning Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park. Enjoy a chance to hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies, spot koalas relaxing among gum trees, and interact with native birds and emus. Informative presentations from keepers showcase Australia's unique biodiversity and highlight ongoing conservation work.

Discover dramatic coastlines and stunning views

Travel onward to Phillip Island’s Point Grant and The Nobbies, famous for their coastal boardwalks and vistas of the rugged cliffs facing Bass Strait and Westernport Bay. Watch for seabirds circling overhead and look out toward Seal Rocks, home to Australia’s largest population of fur seals.

The Penguin Parade spectacle

Arrive at Phillip Island Nature Park in time to enjoy the visitor centre and interactive exhibits before sunset signals the must-see Penguin Parade. Settle in at the general viewing platform to witness colonies of little penguins emerge from the waves and waddle up the beach to their burrows. For a premium experience, opt for the Penguins Plus platform for closer, exclusive viewing or choose the Underground Viewing option for a weather-sheltered, eye-level perspective of the penguins’ journey.

  • Penguins Plus: Get as close as possible to the main penguin path on a limited-capacity, beachfront platform.

  • Underground Viewing: Watch the penguins at eye level from within a protected enclosure, ideal for all weathers.

Return to Melbourne

After an enchanting evening with the penguins, relax in comfort for your return journey to Melbourne, concluding a day filled with extraordinary wildlife, captivating scenery, and iconic Australian experiences.

Book your From Melbourne: Moonlit Sanctuary & Phillip Island Guided Tour with Penguin Parade tickets now!

Visitor guidelines
  • Arrive at the designated meeting point on time for pickup

  • Respect wildlife and follow guide instructions at all times

  • Do not use flash or take photos during the Penguin Parade

  • Carry only small personal items or bags

  • Use complimentary Wi-Fi for accessing tour information if needed

Opening times

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm 09:30am - 04:00pm

FAQs

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 12 hours, departing in the late morning and returning at night.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup is available from selected Melbourne hotels or you can meet at a central location.

Can I take photos of the penguins?

Photography is not permitted during the Penguin Parade to protect the penguins.

Are there food options available?

There are food and café facilities at the visitor centre, but meals are not included in the ticket price.

Is the tour accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with strollers.

Know before you go
  • Bring weather-appropriate clothing as conditions can change quickly near the coast

  • Photography is not allowed during the Penguin Parade

  • Large bags, luggage and strollers are not permitted on tour vehicles

  • This tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible

  • Download the Go West Tours App for multilingual commentary and bring your headphones

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Travel from Melbourne to Phillip Island on a full-day guided tour

  • Hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies at Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park

  • Admire stunning seaside scenery at Point Grant and The Nobbies

  • Watch the famous Penguin Parade as little penguins return to shore at sunset

  • Access the Penguin Parade boardwalk and visitor center

  • Upgrade to Penguins Plus for closer views or Underground Viewing for unique perspectives

  • Travel in a small group with an expert English-speaking guide in a comfortable vehicle

What’s Included

  • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne

  • English-speaking guide

  • Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park

  • Entry to Point Grant and The Nobbies

  • Admission to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park

  • Access to boardwalk and visitor center

  • General viewing platform access

  • Penguins Plus upgrade (if selected)

  • Underground Viewing upgrade (if selected)

About

Your experience on Phillip Island

Set out from Melbourne on a scenic full-day adventure that unveils the unique natural beauty and remarkable wildlife of Phillip Island. This expertly guided experience includes round-trip transport and in-depth commentary to help you get the most from every stop, from sanctuary visits to the world-renowned Penguin Parade.

Begin your journey

The tour departs from Melbourne, with convenient hotel pickup options or a central meeting location available. Travel in modern, climate-controlled comfort as your guide introduces the day's itinerary and provides insight into Australia's wildlife and geographic splendour.

Meet Australian wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary

The first stop is the award-winning Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park. Enjoy a chance to hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies, spot koalas relaxing among gum trees, and interact with native birds and emus. Informative presentations from keepers showcase Australia's unique biodiversity and highlight ongoing conservation work.

Discover dramatic coastlines and stunning views

Travel onward to Phillip Island’s Point Grant and The Nobbies, famous for their coastal boardwalks and vistas of the rugged cliffs facing Bass Strait and Westernport Bay. Watch for seabirds circling overhead and look out toward Seal Rocks, home to Australia’s largest population of fur seals.

The Penguin Parade spectacle

Arrive at Phillip Island Nature Park in time to enjoy the visitor centre and interactive exhibits before sunset signals the must-see Penguin Parade. Settle in at the general viewing platform to witness colonies of little penguins emerge from the waves and waddle up the beach to their burrows. For a premium experience, opt for the Penguins Plus platform for closer, exclusive viewing or choose the Underground Viewing option for a weather-sheltered, eye-level perspective of the penguins’ journey.

  • Penguins Plus: Get as close as possible to the main penguin path on a limited-capacity, beachfront platform.

  • Underground Viewing: Watch the penguins at eye level from within a protected enclosure, ideal for all weathers.

Return to Melbourne

After an enchanting evening with the penguins, relax in comfort for your return journey to Melbourne, concluding a day filled with extraordinary wildlife, captivating scenery, and iconic Australian experiences.

Book your From Melbourne: Moonlit Sanctuary & Phillip Island Guided Tour with Penguin Parade tickets now!

Know before you go
  • Bring weather-appropriate clothing as conditions can change quickly near the coast

  • Photography is not allowed during the Penguin Parade

  • Large bags, luggage and strollers are not permitted on tour vehicles

  • This tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible

  • Download the Go West Tours App for multilingual commentary and bring your headphones

Visitor guidelines
  • Arrive at the designated meeting point on time for pickup

  • Respect wildlife and follow guide instructions at all times

  • Do not use flash or take photos during the Penguin Parade

  • Carry only small personal items or bags

  • Use complimentary Wi-Fi for accessing tour information if needed

FAQs

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 12 hours, departing in the late morning and returning at night.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup is available from selected Melbourne hotels or you can meet at a central location.

Can I take photos of the penguins?

Photography is not permitted during the Penguin Parade to protect the penguins.

Are there food options available?

There are food and café facilities at the visitor centre, but meals are not included in the ticket price.

Is the tour accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with strollers.

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Travel from Melbourne to Phillip Island on a full-day guided tour

  • Hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies at Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park

  • Admire stunning seaside scenery at Point Grant and The Nobbies

  • Watch the famous Penguin Parade as little penguins return to shore at sunset

  • Access the Penguin Parade boardwalk and visitor center

  • Upgrade to Penguins Plus for closer views or Underground Viewing for unique perspectives

  • Travel in a small group with an expert English-speaking guide in a comfortable vehicle

What’s Included

  • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne

  • English-speaking guide

  • Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park

  • Entry to Point Grant and The Nobbies

  • Admission to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park

  • Access to boardwalk and visitor center

  • General viewing platform access

  • Penguins Plus upgrade (if selected)

  • Underground Viewing upgrade (if selected)

About

Your experience on Phillip Island

Set out from Melbourne on a scenic full-day adventure that unveils the unique natural beauty and remarkable wildlife of Phillip Island. This expertly guided experience includes round-trip transport and in-depth commentary to help you get the most from every stop, from sanctuary visits to the world-renowned Penguin Parade.

Begin your journey

The tour departs from Melbourne, with convenient hotel pickup options or a central meeting location available. Travel in modern, climate-controlled comfort as your guide introduces the day's itinerary and provides insight into Australia's wildlife and geographic splendour.

Meet Australian wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary

The first stop is the award-winning Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park. Enjoy a chance to hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies, spot koalas relaxing among gum trees, and interact with native birds and emus. Informative presentations from keepers showcase Australia's unique biodiversity and highlight ongoing conservation work.

Discover dramatic coastlines and stunning views

Travel onward to Phillip Island’s Point Grant and The Nobbies, famous for their coastal boardwalks and vistas of the rugged cliffs facing Bass Strait and Westernport Bay. Watch for seabirds circling overhead and look out toward Seal Rocks, home to Australia’s largest population of fur seals.

The Penguin Parade spectacle

Arrive at Phillip Island Nature Park in time to enjoy the visitor centre and interactive exhibits before sunset signals the must-see Penguin Parade. Settle in at the general viewing platform to witness colonies of little penguins emerge from the waves and waddle up the beach to their burrows. For a premium experience, opt for the Penguins Plus platform for closer, exclusive viewing or choose the Underground Viewing option for a weather-sheltered, eye-level perspective of the penguins’ journey.

  • Penguins Plus: Get as close as possible to the main penguin path on a limited-capacity, beachfront platform.

  • Underground Viewing: Watch the penguins at eye level from within a protected enclosure, ideal for all weathers.

Return to Melbourne

After an enchanting evening with the penguins, relax in comfort for your return journey to Melbourne, concluding a day filled with extraordinary wildlife, captivating scenery, and iconic Australian experiences.

Book your From Melbourne: Moonlit Sanctuary & Phillip Island Guided Tour with Penguin Parade tickets now!

Know before you go
  • Bring weather-appropriate clothing as conditions can change quickly near the coast

  • Photography is not allowed during the Penguin Parade

  • Large bags, luggage and strollers are not permitted on tour vehicles

  • This tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible

  • Download the Go West Tours App for multilingual commentary and bring your headphones

Visitor guidelines
  • Arrive at the designated meeting point on time for pickup

  • Respect wildlife and follow guide instructions at all times

  • Do not use flash or take photos during the Penguin Parade

  • Carry only small personal items or bags

  • Use complimentary Wi-Fi for accessing tour information if needed

FAQs

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 12 hours, departing in the late morning and returning at night.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup is available from selected Melbourne hotels or you can meet at a central location.

Can I take photos of the penguins?

Photography is not permitted during the Penguin Parade to protect the penguins.

Are there food options available?

There are food and café facilities at the visitor centre, but meals are not included in the ticket price.

Is the tour accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with strollers.

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 h

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