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
707 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The best!
GMTM20,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best way to learn a lot about Phillip Island, the 'mini'-penguins and a lot of animals of that region of Australia. Travis is the best guide you can have for that: his enthusiasm, care for nature and for the people he is showing around made this the most valuable experience for us. On the road we also got Australia-music overviews. Simply the best!
Must see the penguins
Pioneer10909088797,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travis was great tour guide. He was very enjoyable and knowledgeable. He gave wonderful tips on the best views of the penguins.
Great tour!
RG5000,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Well organized, great commentary and we saw lots of animals!
Great time on the Phillip Island Penguin and wildlife tour.
V6901KFjackieg,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience for the Phillip Island tour with Earl and Travis. The additional information they provided throughout the day was very enjoyable and they went out of their way to get us as close as possible to all the wildlife we encountered today. Both Earl and Travis were friendly and engaged with the group. I would highly recommend this tour. I also recommend splurging for the Penguin Plus option as you get much closer to the penguins when they arrive on the beach.
Magical experience from Marlborough to the penguin parade. Parade itself was amazing
P7016UUhelenc,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travis helped us to be comfortable in chilly weather, showed a passion for the wild animals, and coached us all on how to maximize our experience and enjoy the parade of penguins
Fabulous tour guide!
dukerj,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a lovely day with Travis touring Philip Island and the Penguin Parade! Travis is so knowledgeable and we learned so much from him today. Thank you Travis!!
Travis is great
kentk841,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travis is great. I’m glad I got him over Josh
Great Australian wildlife experience.
Jo I,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Learned so much about the wildlife and penguins. Travis was amazing, so energetic and informative. I really enjoyed him as our guide.
The best experience with Ocenia Tours and Travis
MRMODONTO,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travis is an amazing guide! Thank you for all!!! Too 5!!!
Travis rules =)
Ufoluz,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travis was an amazing guide, we'd very lucky :^) We got all the valuable hints a brazilian tourist need to be happy at the visits we made! Thanks a lot, mate, and have a g'day! <3
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