Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne
Overview
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Here’s the very best of Victoria’s wildlife experiences. The Penguin Parade is an absolute ‘must’ on every visitor’s itinerary, but this tour gives you so much more.
First stop is Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, where you can get up close to wallabies on the wallaby walk (you may see little joeys peeking out of their mothers’ pouches). Enjoy a ranger providing unique insights and information during the daily koala presentation.
Then we travel on to the spectacular Cape Woolamai Surf Beach. Located on the southern coast of Phillip Island, this beach is exposed to the ocean swells and the surf here is truly impressive. It's also not uncommon to see dolphins or seals swimming in the waters just off the beach.
We also visit the Nobbies and Australia’s largest Fur Seal colony at Seal Rocks. Finally, the ultimate attraction: hundreds of Little Penguins emerging from the ocean and waddling across the beach to their sand dune burrows.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photography and video are NOT PERMITTED at the Penguin Parade.
Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage & walkers cannot be brought on board.
If travelling with an infant, please contact Tour Operator at [email protected] directly and request infant seat.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Pickup from selected hotels
Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary & guided tour of the exhibits
Friendly & informative tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
General admission at the Penguin Parade
Meals other than as stated
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Phillip Island
Begin your Phillip Island adventure with this exciting full-day wildlife tour!
Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
Encounter famous Australian Wildlife including Kangaroos, Wallabies, bird life, reptiles, Tasmanian Devils and of course Koalas! You may have the opportunity to get up close to a Koala or even cute wallabies* *Additional fees apply, paid directly to Moonlit Sanctuary
Options
Penguin Standard
Phillip Island tour includes general admission at the penguin parade
Pickup included
Reviews
813 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Enjoying Australian animals
Ihavenon,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our day could not have been better! The driver was well organized, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. And a good driver. We saw kangaroos, wallabies, a bandicoot, a kookaburra, and other exotic species in addition to hundreds of blue penguins. I highly recommend the tour.
Great way to see learn about the wildlife of the region
11briv,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Real fun and informative tour, Chris H was a great guide, with lots of local knowledge and fun facts. Told us the best way to see the Penguins as well. Recommend you do this trip, if you love Penguins
Amazing, must see experience in Australia!!!!
G3864CGmaries,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zoe was an EXCELLENT tour guide!! She gave information as we went by important sites. She paused frequently for us to take photos and was so helpful with questions. She had an absolutely infectious personality and was so fun and bubbly for the entire day. The moonlit sanctuary was so peaceful and clean; the animals were so friendly and active when we were there and we thought it wouldn’t get better—but the penguins were unbelievable. Please don’t miss this chance to see these penguins in their natural habitat. It was so beautiful. This tour is a long day but it had no worthless or boring stops. Every minute on this tour is well planned. Next time I’m in Melbourne, I’m booking with them again! Zoe—thank you so much for a wonderful day!!
Our guide Tim was great. ...
SuhameddinA U,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Tim was great. This is a well balanced tour for those who have limited time and don't want to bother with driving.
Penquin Parade
Danny P,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Watching those little white bellies gathering at the edge of the sea and waddling up on to the beach was an incredible sight to see. Hats off to Go West Tours and, particularly our driver and guide, James C, for providing us with such a one of a kind experience.
Great guide
marilenab537,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide Zoe was great. Really nice and professional. She even let me charge my phone in the front. The stops were good, although 10 minutes longer at the sanctuary, beach houses and penguin parade would've been less stressful at times.
Our time at Moonlit...
Maureen K,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Our time at Moonlit Sanctuary was too short. The marathon was happening that day and traffic was backed up so we lost time. A significant rain storm came up just as we pulled into the beach closest to Phillip Island. Think we should have skipped the stop as we were told after that toilet stop that there was another toilet option about 20 minutes away. We got soaked. The driver pointed out walla ies in the wild but did so without indicating which side of the bus and it didn't matter because the windows were all fogged up unless you were in the front seat and could see out the windshield. The penguins arrived as promised and were fun to watch even though the rain and wind made sitting outside unpleasant. Lisa was our guide. She was friendly and outgoing.
A wonderful day with Bob!
Steven V,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an absolutely amazing amazing day! Bob was fun and gave us so much information and great hints about viewing the penguins during the parade and after. He took extra time to show us The Nobbies and everyone on the trip was awestruck by the beauty of the site! It was a wonderful day but we would opt for the premium package for viewing the penguins because you have a much better position for viewing them coming on shore. It truly was a great tour!
Great adventure with the...
John M,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great adventure with the animals at the wildlife sanctuary. The penguin walk was a unique once in a lifetime experience. It was a very long day, almost 12 hours. However, our driver/guide was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The penguin walk be sold out with over 700 visitors. Buy your tickets in advance or arrange a guided tour. It’s very cold at night in early October when we went. Bundle up!
You have to experience this tour
Steve B,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Incredible experience for the entire tour! The koala experience was unbelievable and the penguin parade was worth every bit of it! Rob was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable with a sense of humor and a great driver
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