Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne
Overview
Available languages
12 hours
Mobile ticket
Enjoy a personalised and informative experience with expert guides on small group tours of up to 24 guests, enhanced by a multilingual audio guide application available in 16 languages, including German, Italian, French, Russian, Spanish, and more.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photography of any kind is not permitted at the Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage & walkers cannot be brought on board
2 Tours + FREE City Tour option: This package includes 3 seperate tours, Great Ocean Road Day Tour, Philip Island Penguin Parade Tour & Melbourne City Discovery Half-day Tou
2 Tours + FREE City Tour option: Please note that you will be booked as follows: Great Ocean Road Day Tour, on the date selected. Phillip Island Day Tour, on the following date. You may choose any date for your Melbourne City Tour by contacting us directly
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Brighton Bathing Boxes Association Inc.
Photo opportunity of Melbourne's most colourful attraction!
Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
Explore Moonlit Sanctuary where you have the opportunity to feed Kangaroos and Wallabies under the supervision of Sanctuary staff plus view many famous Australian animals. Moonlit Sanctuary is dedicated to helping save Australia’s endangered wildlife from extinction. Many of the animals kept at the Sanctuary are threatened with extinction. However, just keeping and breeding rare animals is not enough, they must interact with programs aimed at saving them in the wild.
What‘s Included
Pickup from Selected Hotels
WiFi on board
Friendly & Informative Tour Guide
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entry fees for Moonlit Sanctuary and Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Book 2 Tours + City Tour option includes a Great Ocean Road, a Phillip Island and a FREE City tour
Gratuities
Food & Drink
Kangaroo & Wallaby Food
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Book 2 Tours + FREE City Tour
Experience Melbourne’s best: Great Ocean Road & Phillip Island Penguin Parade day tours & receive a FREE Melbourne City Sights tour (RRP $85pp)
Duration: 3 days: Day 1 - Great Ocean Road Day Tour. Day 2 - Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour & choose any day for your City Sights Tour
Pickup included
Single day tour
Standard Penguin Parade: See the Phillip Island Penguin Parade from public boardwalks and viewing stands. No maximum number of people
Pickup included
Reviews
3,942 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun day with family
amritanagle,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic day on this tour. We went as a family of 4 with 2 kids aged 11 years and 6 years. Our guide Jon was fantastic - giving us the information on the places we visited - their history and significance. We were picked up from our hotel at 11:30 am and were dropped off at around 11 pm. Visited the Brighton bathing boxes, moonlit sanctuary and the penguin parade. Stopped at a few other locations with fantastic views. Kids had a great time feeding wallabies at the moonlit sanctuary. We saw a lot of wildlife along the way - several wallabies, one echidna, lots of cape barren geese, and even a penguin in its burrow as we drove close to the penguin parade. At the penguin parade, we saw a few penguins coming out of water and waddling to their burrows after sunset - a memorable experience for us and the kids.
GOWEST TOUR WITH MICHAEL
june s,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the pleasure of meeting MICHAEL and from pick up to return drop off he was a 10 out of 10 for professional service, information expertise, driving skill and attitude. MICHAEL made sure everyone had a wonderful time and shared enthusiasm and knowledge of Melbourne, Moonlit Sanctuary and The Penguin Parade. As a representative of GoWest Tours he exemplified what it is to be a comprehensive tour guide and all I can say is thank you. You’re a top bloke Michael and continued future success.
Incredible day trip to see Aussie wildlife!
renukark7,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just spent a fantastic day with Michael on the Phillip island day trip. What an incredible guy! He was warm, fun, high energy and sincere all the way through. The trip itself was very well designed and I got to see Brighton beach, moonlit sanctuary and Phillip island all in one day. Although it’s a long trip, Michael made sure it was engaging, informative, fun and comfortable. He shared personal stories, great recommendations and made timely stops for food / breaks. He also went out of his way to point out as many animals in the wild as was possible while driving a brand new bus! Getting a true blue Melbourne local to show you around really personalises the experience. Thank you, Michael!
our tour guide is very...
Boying L,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00our tour guide is very enthusiasm for view introduction，the disco light make our bus very easy to be found at night！The nobbies center is soooo beautiful and i love the wildlife in moonlit park，kangaroos and koalas are cute.The only pity is that koala event was sold out because we were in easter festival. Overall，it is a wonderful trip.
It was an unforgettable Easter day!
492fiorellap,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an unforgettable day! I had this experience during the easter 2026 and it was really awesome! I met koala, kangaroo and after some nature and sea stops I finally saw the penguins! Mel was my guide and she was gentle, funny and genuine person! She explain everything clearly and funny and hosted kindly everyone! I really suggest this experience!
Great day out with Go West Tours
acm3911,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day out. Mel was a fantastic guide, bringing lots of humour to the day. The day was well paced with just the right time at each location. Both the Moonlit sanctuary and Penguin Parade were fantastic places. Would definitely recommend upgrading to Penguin Plus - a lot more expensive but worth it
Highly recommend
K1364VCzoew,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mel was an excellent tour guide! Highly recommend
Worth the Money
Shubham R,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great trip with tour guide Lucy. Very well planned and executed tour. Day started with Brighton beach, following wildlife sanctuary . Ended day at Philip island. Tour was made great with Lucy. She is friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended if wanna see penguins in the wild along with feeding a Kangaroo ( thats wildlife sanctuary btw). Thanks Go West Tours & Lucy. Cheers
Phillip Island Penguin Parade Small Group Eco Tour
qimingw2026,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recently joined the Phillip Island Penguin Parade Small Group Eco Tour with Go West and had a wonderful experience. Our guide, Alisha, was cheerful, friendly, and professional throughout the trip, and she brought a lot of joy and positive energy to the day. As a first-time visitor to the area, I found this tour to be a great way to explore some of the beautiful sights around Melbourne in a convenient and enjoyable way. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting for the first time.
Bluey
ssQ8799YJ,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The tour was great. But the guide Bluey is a racist. It sucks.
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