Starting from
$222 AUD
Overview
"Let us show you the Little Penguins of Phillip Island. This tour highlights Victoria’s wildlife. "
Let us show you the Little Penguins of Phillip Island. This tour highlights Victoria’s wildlife. Our first stop is the wonderful wildlife park where you will get to see a range of Australian native animals. There are dingoes, koalas, echidnas, cassowaries and, of course, many many kangaroos. We then head to Cowes, the largest village on the island, then on to the Penguin Parade for the sunset viewing of the Little Penguins returning home to their burrows after a day of fishing.
Itinerary
Melbourne to Phillip Island and return
Depart Melbourne at 11.30 am
Note: Pickup starts 45 minutes prior to departure time
We head south of Melbourne directly to Phillip Island
After our 2 hour journey our first stop is the fishing village of San Remo just before the bridge to Phillip Island (short stop for some refreshment and toilet)
The first stop on Phillip Island is the Phillip Island wildlife park, where you will have the opportunity to see the kangaroos and view many other Australian native animals including koalas (Currently were are visiting Maru Koala and Animal Park instead)
Then it is on to Cowes, the local village on the island. Here you will be able to explore some of the local shops, purchase some refreshments (own cost) and enjoy a stroll on the local beach
We then travel to the Nobbies, a rugged rocky outcrop and seal rock. Here you will get the chance to walk along the boardwalk and enjoy the amazing view of the ocean
Finally we head to the Penguin Parade to watch the penguins returning to their nests after a day at sea
There are various options to upgrade your Penguin Parade experience, subject to availability
After the penguins we head directly back to Melbourne
Arrive in Melbourne at approx 11.30 pm (summer) and 9 pm (winter)
Essential Packing List
Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Rain jacket and warm clothes (just in case)
Bathers and Towel
Phone charger and cable
Comfortable walking shoes