Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade
Overview
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10 hours
Mobile ticket
Every night at sunset, the truly incredible spectacle of the Penguin Parade occurs on the beaches of Phillip Island. The local colony of little penguins emerges from the water to make their way to the burrows in the sand dunes - and this tour is your chance to witness this unforgettable phenomenon in real life!
We’ll spend the day exploring top attractions including Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park and the Nobbies, before settling in on the sand, ready for the main show at the Penguin Parade. Including all entrance fees, this great value tour is the best way to discover the wild coastal scenery and delightful animals of Phillip Island.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately we cannot take infants under the age of 3 years old
Please note: Evenings on Phillip Island can be cold and windy during the Penguin Parade. We recommend wearing warm clothing, such as a good jacket, to stay comfortable.
Most travellers can participate
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Moonlit Sanctuary is home to stacks of well-known Aussie animals including kangaroos, wombats, and Tasmanian devils, plus many lesser-known species such as the spot-tailed quoll, yellow-bellied glider and long-nosed potoroo.
Woolamai Beach
Located at the base of Cape Woolamai, Woolamia Beach is one of Victoria's most beautiful and rugged beaches. With huge surf and a soft golden sand, any trip to Phillip Island must include a stop here.
What‘s Included
Entrance to the Moonlit Sanctuary
General admission to the Penguin Parade
Wildlife Viewing
Air-conditioned vehicle
Free Audio Guide App
Melbourne CBD Pick up and Drop off
Lunch
You can purchase dinner at the town of Cowes
Please bring you own water bottles, we discourage the use of single use plastic bottles
Options
Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade
Pickup included
Reviews
695 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The wildlife was awesome!
Way2Groovy,,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An incredible experience from start to finish! Spending the day with Craig was an absolute delight. He was informative, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable, all while keeping things fun with his wonderful sense of humor. He truly went above and beyond to make the experience engaging and memorable. This was a highlight of our day, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Good experience if you...
Shaun C,,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good experience if you have a day free. Steve was a great tour guide would highly recommend the tour well worth the money
Penguin and kangaroo visit for Philips island
shauncR4335XE,,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Worth the money for the trip. The tour guide Steve did a great job at touring us around and telling us facts about the surrounding areas. Would recommend if you have a day free
Great visit, unbelievable memories were made with my granddaughter
Jeff W,,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steve was great, eligible, professional, and friendly
Phillip Island
Fiona M,,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Fabulous visit to Moonlit Sanctuary and seeing so many native species., Then time in Cowes exploring and enjoying coast/Nobbies before seeing a few penguins moving up the beach.
The 8 or 10 penguins we...
Roger C,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The 8 or 10 penguins we saw were very cute, but everything else on this tour was a waste of time or worse.
Fab!
chloesC7141HQ,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great trip despite the weather! Elliot was a great guide and made solo travellers feel especially included! Such a cool experience to see the penguins. Would 100% recommend
Long way to go for a small return.
Sally A,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Over priced and not worth the money. Very long drive. With rather poor stops. Wildlife centre visited on way definitely not worth it. Animals in small enclosures and mostly asleep as it’s mid-day. Penguins few & far between and darkness overtook very quickly. Guide seemed rather young for responsibility of coach full. He talked almost non stop to young sitting near him - attention to the driving ? Did the minimum of chat to the whole coach. All in all not a great day out. See the penguins in a zoo - you’ll get a better look at them. All in all great day out
Great day!
F4460CAcathys,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great tour. Craig was awesome with commentary and down time to just enjoy the trip. He kept us well informed of the days happenings offerings and events. The stops along the way were perfect to balance out the day - our favorite was the sanctuary to feed the kangaroos!! Price was affordable for the long day we had!!
AMAZING ✨
patr ciag741,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience !! From the animals to the tour guide ! :)) 💗🌈
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