A group fo small fairy penguins waddling out of the ocean and up the sandy beach towards their nests on Phillip Island after a long day of fishing.

Phillip Island Day Tour

Adult
from $125
Child
from $119

Uncover the magic of Phillip Island! Watch the iconic Penguin Parade, get up close with Aussie wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary, and take in stunning coastal views at the Nobbies and Cape Woolamai Beach.

Tour Details

Operates: Daily

Departs: Approx. 10:00am – 1:00pm (seasonal)

Returns: Approx. 10:00pm – 12:00am (seasonal)

Children: $119

The minimum age is 3 years old.

Please note: Evenings on Phillip Island can be cold and windy especially during the Penguin Parade. We recommend wearing warm clothing, such as a good jacket, to stay comfortable.

Please note that strollers & wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.

What's Included?

  • Convenient Melbourne CBD pickups
  • Friendly, knowledgeable guides
  • Moonlit Sanctuary & Penguin Parade entry
  • Air-conditioned bus
  • Relaxed and flexible touring experience

Upgrade Options

Penguins Plus

  • From 1 April 2025: $57 per adult | $28 per child

Underground Viewing

  • From 1 April 2025: $67 per adult | $33 per child

Guided Ranger Tour at the Penguin Parade

  • From 1 April 2025: $72 per adult | $72 per child (Minimum age: 12 years)

Penguins Premium

  • From 1 April 2025: $52 per adult (Minimum age: 12 years)

Phillip Island 1 Day Tour Itinerary

Join us for an unforgettable day exploring the best of Phillip Island! This tour is perfect for animal and nature lovers, offering up-close encounters with Australia’s unique wildlife and breathtaking coastal scenery.

Begin your day by boarding the bus and heading directly to Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park. This wildlife sanctuary is home to over 70 Australian animal species, including Aussie favourites like kangaroos, koalas, and wombats. Wander around, observing all the amazing wildlife, with expert insights from your guide and animal keepers. You can even hand-feed some of the kangaroos and wallabies or take a picture with a cute koala (own expense).

After crossing the bridge to Phillip Island, we will arrive at Cape Woolamai Beach. Stroll along the beach and watch the surfers ride the waves (time permitting).

Travel across the island to The Nobbies, where you can explore the many boardwalks and viewpoints that wrap around the tip of the island. Keep an eye out for penguin burrows and look out for seals sunbaking on the rocks. In winter, you may even spot some whales off the coastline.

As the sun begins to set, it’s time for the Penguin Parade at Summerland Beach—the highlight of the tour! Watch in awe as little penguins waddle up across the beach and into their burrows in the dunes. Make sure to rug up, as those evening coastal winds can be quite chilly.

Once all the penguins have gone home, we will make our way to the bus to head back to Melbourne, where the tour comes to an end.

Please note: Pickup times vary depending on the season (Winter or Summer). Please refer to your confirmation email for the accurate pickup time for your tour.

Location Address Time
Nomads St Kilda (Base) 17 Carlisle Street, St Kilda 10:30am – 12:45pm
Immigration Museum 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne (Cnr Flinders St & Market St) 10:50am – 1:35pm
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