Tours & Activities in Phillip Island

Experience the joy of watching little penguins waddle home from the ocean to their burrows with this general viewing entry ticket for the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island.

Enjoy a relaxing yet thrilling day on Phillip Island sampling some fine Wines, sharing in a delicious feast, spotting native animals in the wild, and marvelling at the march of the Penguins at the Penguin Parade. Relax in comfort on board our luxury midi-coach where we guarantee a small group of no more than 15 travellers on board, with extra room and WiFi on board. Indulge in a gourmet feast, coupled with a guided wine tasting and grazing platter. Explore the main township of Cowes, with its beautiful beach and boutique shops OR visit the Koala Reserve where you are guaranteed to see Koalas in their natural habitat. Marvel at the untapped beauty of Phillip Island during our Golden Hour experience where sparking wine and wildlife leads to an unforgettable moment. Finish by entering the Phillip Island Penguin Parade and walking down to the beach, where 1,000s of Little Penguins return home at sunset. Departing from Melbourne, and all led by your friendly, local guide.

Explore a preserved historic site and wildlife haven

With this combo ticket to the Phillip Island Nature Parks, you can enjoy a farm, a penguin parade, and a koala reserve—a unique experience in Australia!

Head out for a day trip around Phillip Island from Melbourne. Visit the Brighton Beach Boxes, Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, Nobbies Boardwalk, and Phillip Island Penguin Parade.

See thousands of Australian fur seals in their natural habitat during a 2-hour wildlife cruise from Phillip Island. Journey on a comfortable catamaran with indoor and outdoor viewing decks to Seal Rocks, home to the largest colony of fur seals in Australia. En route, look for dolphins, whales, penguins and seabirds while your onboard guide provides informative commentary about the wildlife and history of Phillip Island and the Mornington Peninsula. Includes complimentary afternoon tea with light snacks and coffee or tea.

One hour scenic cruise to see the amazing granite cliffs of Cape Woolamai

Did you know that the world's smallest penguins spend their days at sea and only return to dry land at night? See it for yourself watching the Penguin Parade!

See thousands of seals up close at Australia's largest fur seal colony whilst cruising Phillip Island's scenic coast. Enjoy regular dolphin, penguin and seabird sightings.

Starting with a Pickup (and return) on Phillip Island, from your chosen accommodation location. Experience the best of Phillip Island, with a local guide by your side, including of course a visit to the Phillip Island Penguin Parade to watch the famed little Penguins come up onto the beach. Journey with us onto picturesque Phillip Island, as you enjoy an afternoon of delicious food from a local winery; sample some of the regions best wines; explore the beaches and native wildlife retreats; watch the sunset with Sparkling Wine; and of course, watch the world-famed Penguin Parade. 

Ride a historic steam train and watch penguins on the beach

Dizzying cliffs, colonies of penguins and rugged natural landscapes: explore Cape Woolamai on this boat cruise around Phillip Island!

Experience a memorable day tour from Melbourne, featuring an iconic scenic journey on Puffing Billy steam train followed by a visit to Phillip Island to witness the world-famous Penguin Parade.

Join a spectacular 4-hour cruise around Phillip Island with beautiful coastal scenery and up-close marine wildlife viewing. See thousands of playful fur seals at Seal Rocks, look for the seabirds such as the Little Penguin and Shy Albatross, spot the wave-riding Common Dolphins and be in awe of the great whales including the Humpback Whales on their migration along the coast of Victoria.

Get up close to thousands of Australian fur seals with this cruise to Seal Rocks

Discover incredible wildlife at Australia's largest fur seal colony on this Phillip Island Seal Cruise and see these adorable creatures up close!

See the world's smallest penguins waddle ashore at the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island. Visit the Koala Conservation Reserve, and see the Nobbies Centre and Seal Rocks.

***Important - this tour DOES NOT depart from Melbourne, only Phillip Island Pickups Inlcuded*** You will be picked up right from your accommodation on Phillip Island or San Remo, by our friendly and informative guide - ready for a night out at the Penguin Parade and the Nobbies at Golden Hour. We take you out to the scenic lookout at the Nobbies, where beautiful views, native wildlife, our golden hour special awaits. We take the back-beach road along the rugged coastline of the Island, where you’ll spot wallabies, echidnas, and other wildlife - a truly beautiful site to behold. We then arrive at the Penguin Parade where you will have time to explore the world-class visitor centre, before heading out to the boardwalk and witnessing the march of the Little Penguins back to their burrows. We then take you back to your accommodation!

Witness tiny penguins strut across the sandy beach

Enjoy stunning views as you watch whales on this cruise around the coast of Phillip Island. You'll love this unforgettable experience!

Ride the Puffing Billy steam train through the Dandenong Ranges, take a scenic coastal route to Phillip Island, and see the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade on this day trip from Melbourne.

Come and experience the best of Phillip Island. Visit a working heritage farm on Churchill Island, see the spectacular view from the Nobbies Lookout, then watch the famous Penguin Parade at sunset. What a delight! You will be picked up in air conditioned comfort by an English speaking guide for this small group tour. Visit Churchill Island Farm, an historic homestead and a working heritage farm that dates back to 1872. Try your hand a milking a cow or cracking a stockwhip, watch a sheep get shorn, and enjoy seeing the incredibly preserved historic buildings displaying how life was lived back in 1872. Take in the spectacular view from The Nobbies Lookout, you may even spot Australia's largest colony of Fur Seals at Seal Rock. Then just before dusk we make our way to the home to the largest Little Penguin colony in the world, where you will see the penguins roll in from the surf at sunset and make their way waddling across the sand into their burrows for the night.

Watch Penguins march on Phillip Island

Ever dreamt of exploring Antarctica? Discover this incredible world visiting the interactive exhibits at Nobbies Ocean Discovery Centre on Phillip Island.

Spend a day engaging with Australian wildlife and exploring the diverse coastline of Phillip Island on a bus tour. Watch little penguins waddle across the shores of Summerland Bay in the evening.

Explore the natural wonders of Phillip Island with our self-guided driving tour! Visit Cape Woolomai Beach, where stunning coastal views await. Next, delve into the mysterious Forrest Cave and catch some waves at Surfies Point. Visit the Koala Conservation Centre (ticket not included) to spot these adorable koalas in their natural habitat. Continue your drive to the tranquil Erehwon Beach before heading to the famous Penguin Parade (ticket not included), where you can witness the penguins return home at dusk. Finally, unwind at Smiths Beach, known for its pristine shores and surf-friendly waves. Discover Phillip Island's beauty at your own pace with this unforgettable road trip

See the penguin parade, plenty of native animals, and take a coastal walk

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Experience the magic of Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park on a bus tour from Melbourne. Enjoy views at Cape Woolamai prior to visiting the world famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island.

Join the most unique day trip from Melbourne to Phillip Island for a day of surfing, go-karting, and wildlife encounters. Enjoy a traditional Aussie beach barbecue and see the famous Little Penguins Parade. More than just the Little Penguins, Phillip Island has some of the most amazing surf in Victoria, an exhilarating and spectacular go karting experience, the opportunity to hand feed kangaroos, wallabies and emus. No other tour gives you the opportunity to learn to surf, race go karts and feed Australian animals all in one day! You will have the opportunity to experience a traditional Australian barbeque at the beach, play beach cricket and learn how to kick a footy. These are some very unique Australian experiences, which is unique to this tour. Finally the tour takes you to the most famous of all Phillip Island sights, the nightly Little Penguin Parade. You will have the best fun filled, action packed day exploring all the most amazing activities in Phillip Island!