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Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne with Penguin Plus Viewing Platform

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Overview

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9 hours 30 minutes

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Enjoy one of Australia's most incredible wildlife experiences on this magnificent Phillip Island tour. Witness the world famous penguin parade from the brand new exclusive penguins plus viewing platform, definitely the highlight of this day tour. Your day trip includes a visit to Phillip Island Koala Reserve where you can see the iconic Australian koalas up close.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Our vehicles are not wheelchair, prams or child stroller accessible please refrain from bring on tour.

Only a small day pack per person with no more than 5 kg is permitted

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Expert driver guide with live commentary spoken in English

Travel in comfort and style of a large coach with air-conditioning

Admission to Phillip Island (Penguins plus viewing area)

Admission to Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve

Meals not indicated

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

What To Expect

1

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Koala Conservation Reserve

It is only a 1hr 45min drive from Melbourne directly to Phillip Island. On arrival you will be greeted by Phillip Island Nature Parks Ranger for a guided walk through Phillip Island’s Koala Reserve. You will be given a presentation about Koalas, history and relevance of the Reserve and the last area of natural woodland on the island. Guide to accompany the group and assist Ranger with the group.

45 minutes • Admission Included
2

Phillip Island

From the Koala Wildlife Park, it is a short drive to Phillip Island, a 10,000-hectare home to more than a hundred varieties of animal species. Phillip Island boasts a population of approximately 15,000 which is boosted during the busy tourist seasons. There are three main settlements being Cape Woolamai, New Haven & Cowes.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Penguin Plus Viewing

Australian wildlife encounters: Guests will have a close-encounter experience with two of Australia's most popular wildlife the koala and the penguin.
Duration: 10 hours
Medium group sizes: Our modern vehicles range from 24-39 seats with air conditioning and seat belts designed for long-haul comfort.

Reviews

4.85

324 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • It’s cold in the evening...

    Trudy L,

    Oct 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It’s cold in the evening when the penguins come out of the ocean so bring warm clothes. It’s a fabulous experience and loved the penguins, the koalas and other wildlife. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.

  • Penguin Parade

    Barry K,

    Oct 9, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    A great experience. A must while traveling to Melbourne. Only issue was we were picked up across tge street from our hotel but dropped off across the river late and night and did not know how to get back yo our hotel.

  • The Penguin viewing is...

    Michelle K,

    Oct 2, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The Penguin viewing is excellent but the visit at Cowes is super boring and nothing to do. It is suggested to include places in the tour which is more interesting and memorable. The tour guide John is very helpful and friendly. He introduced a lots about the places during the tour. Overall, the trip was good.

  • Fabulous trip to penguin parade

    Beverley G,

    Aug 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    A very enjoyable trip with a fabulous ending when we got to watch the little penguins. Our guide Fiona was very informative. The koala sanctuary was great too. It was well worth getting the premium plus ticket for the penguin parade as we had an excellent view of the coming up the beach and into the banks.

  • Philip island penguin parade.

    Pervin S,

    Aug 2, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Excellent tour. Fiona was a very nice guide. Very cold on the platform. Little blue penguins were amazing.

From A$240.00

4.85
324 reviews
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