Small-Group Phillip Island Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Be treated to a visit at Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park where you will have the opportunity to interact with an array of Australian native animals such as koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, an array of colorful birds & reptiles. Visit the Nobbies - home to the largest colony of fur seals in Australia. Then it is on to the gala event! Delight in the magic of visiting the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade where you will have the privilege of witnessing a true miracle - our beautiful little penguins arriving ashore to one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia. After a long swim at sea, they will be dressed up in what looks like a tuxedo - marvel at these stunning flightless birds as they waddle right past you on the way to their home. Depending on the time of year, you can tailor your tour and include free time exploring Phillip Island at your own pace.
Enjoy this highly personalised tour with a small-group limited to only 11 passengers.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 3 and under not catered for. Booster seat available for children 4 to 7 available.
Tour not normally suitable for cruise ship passengers. Tour starts between 1 and 2 pm depending on time of year from city centre and finishes between 8:30 PM and 11:45 PM. It is your responsibility to check you can make it on time to avoid missing out on tour and cancellation fees.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
See Australia’s unique wildlife
The Nobbies
watch
What‘s Included
Nobbies and Seal Rock
Moonlit Sanctuary
Selected City Centre Hotel pickup and drop-off
Live commentary on board
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Phillip Island + Plus Option
Penguin penguins Viewing : Smaller Stand to see penguins closer as they come out of the water on the way to the colony
Pickup included
Phillip Island Tour - English
Phillip Island day trip from Melbourne with English speaking guide
Pickup included
Reviews
677 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing animals, guides and experience!!!
833melisal,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guides were extremely knowledgeable and personable. They even went above and beyond to ensure that we were all comfortable and had a great experience. The locations did not disappoint. It was thrilling to feed wallabies and Roos and then to see wallabies in the wild was awesome! The march of the penguins was truly a highlight - we saw well over 100! Dress warm & bring rain ponchos! Thank you Josh and Tess for making this an unforgettable day!
Really awesome seeing the penguins!
Carrie S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved the penguins! Josh was wonderful!
Penguin Parade
darceaa,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful afternoon, Josh has given a great talk on all subjects. Very kind, helpful and considerate.
Penguin Highway
kathrynpD9921GI,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour! Josh did an outstanding job telling about the sites we saw and pointing out wild life along the way. I highly recommend this tour.
Amazing day filled with wildlife and knowledgeable tour guide, Travis
mdmoore18,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really excellent experience!
Melbourne Wildlife adventure
jamespE4739AG,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Josh provided a wonderful experience. Very detailed discussion of history, geography and local insights. Moonlit Sanctuary and Penguin Parade capped a terrific day. Highly recommend his tour.
Penguin parade
anniebU1759VX,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travis was an amazing tour guide…went out of his way to make sure we saw everything! Very knowledgeable and a wonderful experience!!!
Our guide Travis made it special
timlY2595VT,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travis was our driver and guide and he made the experience special! Very knowledgeable and engaging. Fantastic tour, highly recommend.
Very enjoyable and would highly recommend!!
doug b,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful guide. We learned so much fresh m Travis and Oceana!
Great to see these little penguins
paulatbristol,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to Travis's helpful guidance and explanations we had a great experience watching the penguin parade tonight.
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