Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

After being picked up from a convenient central Melbourne CBD location in air-conditioned comfort on this full-day tour, your first stop will be the picturesque Emerald Lake in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges where you will have the opportunity to purchase your own lunch and enjoy a leisurely walk around the Lake. Then it's all aboard the world-famous Puffing Billy Steam Train. The train winds through the hills and finishes at Belgrave. Then it's off on a scenic drive to the next stop The Nobbies to take in the vista of this iconic lookout. Next it's time to visit the Phillip Island Wildlife Animal Park where you can purchase dinner before watching the adorable penguins emerge from the rolling waves and make their way home into their burrows.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please note: ALL babies/toddlers/children up to age 15 must purchase a CHILD ticket.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Entry to ride Puffing Billy (Belgrave to Emerald Lake)

Entry to Phillip Island Penguin Parade

Entry to Emerald Lake

Air-conditioned vehicle

Guide

Entry to The Nobbies

All food and beverage is excluded but there will be opportunities to purchase these items while on tour.

Options

Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.47

235 reviews on TripAdvisor

173

A must do
antonino i,
Mar 26, 2025
5.00
Nathan was a fantastic guide. Punctual, kept us fully informed, and told us about all the local things. He was overly patient with people who were late, but this did not affect tour much. Really enjoyed both parts of tour. Seeing those tiny penguins was amazing.
There were 3 busses but...
Michelle C,
Mar 22, 2025
1.00
There were 3 busses but only 2 showed up I was supposed to be on the one that didn't show I got a message well after the time we were to leave that due to unforseen circumstances our tour was canceled. I felt so sorry for the families
I could enjoy Puffing...
Sakura T,
Mar 22, 2025
5.00
I could enjoy Puffing Billy Railway and Penguin Parade in the same day! You can find many penguins along boardwalks rather than at the beach. Our guide, David, was very kind, knowledgeable and friendly. He's the best guide ever:)
It was a splendid tour...
AngelaKaiTak N,
Mar 8, 2025
5.00
It was a splendid tour which covers 2 great attractions in one day! The tour guide was great n informative n helpful in all circumstances. Highly recommended!
Worth every penny, definitely book this tour!
Philippa F,
Mar 4, 2025
5.00
Had a wonderful day out with our tour guide, Nathan, who was super friendly and fun. Very knowledgeable on all the places we were visiting and giving us lots of insider tips. He took us to some local spots that didn't have any other tourists which was excellent, we'd definitely not hand known about those without his guidance! The wallabies and penguins were the highlight of the tour for me. Watching them in their natural habitat in the bush/countryside was excellent, and the seeing the penguins waddle in from the sea and into the sand dunes was so amazing. They are so sweet and unlike anything you'll see anywhere else. It does get chilly during the Penguin Parade so bring a coat! The Puffing Billy train ride was super fun, with stunning scenery the entire way. Being able to sit on the side with your legs hanging out of the carriage was great, a fantastic experience which you won't get anywhere else. Highly recommend this tour, you won't be disappointed!