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
669 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This tour should have been cancelled
204geethan,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00It was a hottest day 100 degrees, all other tours were cancelled. First stop @ wildlife Sanctuary, no one walked to see the animals. All of us sat in the cafe and came back to the bus. On the Penguin Parade to Philip Island, only 10 Penguins came out for viewing. We spend 10 hours in the bus and came back. Appreciate if you can refund our tour costs. Please advise. Thanks
Tour should have been cancelled
204geethan,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00It was a 10 hour drive day with high hot temp. of 100 degrees heat. We could not even get out of the van to walk in animal sanctuary. There was 10 Penguins came out in the Penguin Parade . This tour should have been cancelled by the tour company, as passengers did not see or experience anything worth for the dollars we paid. Only thing was driver was a good guy! We were originally booked for the Ocean road for the same day, which tour operator cancelled due to Fire issue. This tour should also been cancelled. We appreciate refund of our tour costs, as we literally travelled for 10 hours for no experience of the tour. Thanks and appreciate your help
Did not live up to expectations
TorbenOlsson,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The bus was maybe luxury in the 90'es, but not anymore. They have moderne buses as there were one at Moonlit Sanctuary. At Moonlit Sanctuary the driver said: I will go to the koalas - you can follow if you want and after that I will go to the café. Be back in an hour. Talked to some from other companies - their driver followed around and told about the animals. The stay at the Parade shoud have lasted at least half an hour longer
Lot of great stops ont he...
Dan W,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lot of great stops ont he way to Phillip island. The Penguin are great but no photography of the penguins. Still a very cool experience.
Fun penguin tour
Brock S,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very fun trip especially watching the Penguins come out of the ocean and walk around the island. Our driver Steve was a blast.
Epic 1 day tour and tour guide
Lisa P,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I have traveled the world and this was one of the very best tours I have experienced. In just 1 day we were able to experience wildlife and epic unique landscapes and seascapes. What made it extraordinarily unique and memorable was our tour guide Luke. Not only was he knowledgeable he was also gifted at making the experience fun, letting us know what to expect, managing everyone’s expectations and most of all a gracious host to my 85 year old partner who had a walker. I highly recommend this tour and Luke as a tour guide!
Magical coastal adventure
marionberry,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Huge coastline vistas & the fairy penguins that live there made for a magical adventure on Phillip’s Island. Our guide, Elliot, a native of the island, kept us comfortable & safe & informed (as well as entertained) during our full day excursion. Both the natural sites & the facilities built (& under construction) to enhance the understanding & protection of the island & its’ inhabitants are spectacular.
We had a blast
Steven E,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a fun day out. The sights were beautiful. Our guide Luke was a real character. He educated us, entertained us and got us all around the different places safely. Unfortunately for us not alot of Penguins came in that night but they had the previous night. We would definitely do another tour with this company next time we are in Melbourne.
Phillips Island was such...
Erin B,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Phillips Island was such a great experience. It was a long day but well worth it. The penguin parade was so amazing and shouldn’t be missed. Luke our tour guide made the day even more fun.
Great tour with an awesome guide
cwick94,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Watching the penguins waddle out of the ocean and search for a safe place to spend the night just after sunset was magical. Our guide, Luke, made it a day to remember – he is a natural entertainer!
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