Penguin Parade Tours
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Melbourne to Phillip Island: Penguin Parade & Wildlife Eco Tour★ 4.86 (4,060) · 12h
Best pricePhillip Island Penguin Parade & Seal Rocks from Melbourne★ 4.69 (201) · from AU$ 135
Top ratedMelbourne City Highlights & Penguin Parade: 12-14 hours★ 4.96 (277) · from AU$ 219
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Phillip Island: Penguin Parade, Kangaroos & Koalas Day TripYou’ll feed kangaroos at Moonlit Sanctuary, walk windswept beaches on Phillip Island, and watch wild penguins waddle ashore at sunset with a local guide. Includes all entry fees and Melbourne pickup—bring a warm jacket for those chilly evenings by the sea.
Phillip Island: Penguin Parade Afternoon Tour & Coastal WalksYou’ll ride from Melbourne to Phillip Island with a local guide, stroll wild beaches at Cape Woolamai (in summer), breathe salty air along Nobbies’ clifftops, grab dinner in Cowes, then watch little penguins shuffle ashore at dusk. No photos allowed — just pure wonder as nature does its thing.
Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train & Penguin Parade Day TourYou're picked up from Melbourne CBD and driven to Emerald Lake for a walk and lunch, then board the historic Puffing Billy Steam Train through the Dandenong Ranges to Belgrave. After a scenic drive to The Nobbies boardwalk with ocean and seal views, you reach Phillip Island for dinner and the nightly Penguin Parade, where little penguins emerge from the waves and cross the sand to their burrows. The coach returns you to Melbourne CBD in the evening, with all entry fees and transport included.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Phillip Island and Dandenong Ranges highlights in one day without arranging three separate transport bookings and entry fees — the fixed itinerary and included guide handle the logistics so you just show up and step off the coach.
Phillip Island: Penguin Parade & Koalas Day Trip from MelbourneYou visit the Koala Conservation Reserve on elevated boardwalks, drive through Phillip Island's rugged coastlines and beaches, explore The Nobbies' dramatic clifftop scenery, and watch hundreds of Little Penguins emerge from the ocean at sunset and waddle to their burrows. Entry to both reserves, modern coach transport with WiFi, and a live guide are included; you arrange your own meals in Cowes or at the Penguin Parade venue.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both koalas and penguins in one afternoon without arranging separate transport, tickets, or timing yourself—the fixed schedule fits all four stops and the sunset parade into a single day from Melbourne.
Melbourne: Penguin Parade & Wildlife Day Trip with EntryYou’ll feed wallabies at Moonlit Sanctuary, feel sea wind on Woolamai Beach, wander through Cowes’ lively streets, and watch little penguins waddle home at dusk on Phillip Island—all with transport and entry included. If you’re after real wildlife moments (and don’t mind a bit of sand in your shoes), this day trip sticks with you.
Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour MelbourneYou visit four major stops — Brighton Beach boxes, Moonlit Sanctuary wildlife park, the Nobbies coastal boardwalk, and the Penguin Parade — without arranging transport, entry tickets, or timing yourself. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Melbourne CBD are included, along with all admission fees. The full day runs from morning to evening, with a small group and an air-conditioned vehicle.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Phillip Island's main attractions in one day without renting a car or juggling separate tickets and transport — the fixed itinerary and included pickup mean you show up at your hotel and the rest is handled.
Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Moonlit Sanctuary from MelbourneYou get hotel pickup, a private vehicle with a local guide, access to Moonlit Sanctuary's native wildlife, views of Australia's largest fur seal colony at the Nobbies, reserved seating at the Penguin Parade viewing platform, and a two-course dinner with wine before returning to Melbourne. The whole day runs from pickup through drop-off, so transport and timing are handled for you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Penguin Parade without arranging your own transport, timing the wildlife stops, or figuring out dinner — the private vehicle and guide handle all three, and the reserved viewing platform means you're not competing for a spot with the general crowd.
Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train & Penguin ParadeYou board the Puffing Billy steam train in the morning, ride through the Dandenong Ranges with your legs hanging over the open carriage, explore Emerald Lake Park on foot, then break for lunch in Melbourne. In the afternoon, you're driven to Phillip Island, walk the Nobbies clifftop boardwalk to spot seals, and watch the little penguins waddle ashore at the Penguin Parade at dusk. Hotel pickup, coach transport, and a live guide are included; the whole day runs from early morning to evening.Is it for me?Best for travellers who want to pack two major Melbourne attractions into one day without arranging separate bookings, transport, or timing — the fixed schedule handles the logistics and the lunch break gives you breathing room between the morning heritage railway and the evening penguin viewing.
Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade & City TourYou get picked up from your hotel and driven to three of Victoria's biggest draws: the Great Ocean Road with its limestone cliffs and rainforest walks, Phillip Island's Penguin Parade at sunset, and a guided tour of Melbourne's landmarks and markets. Breakfast, entry fees, and transport are all included; the only thing you arrange is which days work for you.Is it for me?Book this if you want the major sights around Melbourne without arranging separate transport, entry fees and timing for each one — the fixed itinerary is what fits three very different days into one package and gets you back to the city each night.
Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train & Penguin Parade Day TourYou ride a 100-year-old steam train through rural Victoria, then drive to Phillip Island to watch hundreds of little penguins return from the ocean at sunset. The tour includes train and Penguin Parade tickets, transport, and a guide; you don't arrange any of it yourself. It's a full day that works for families and anyone curious about Australian wildlife and heritage in one trip.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want two of Victoria's most famous experiences — a heritage steam train and the Penguin Parade — in a single day without arranging separate bookings, transport, or timing between stops. The fixed schedule and included tickets mean you show up and the day runs itself.
Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Brighton Bathing Boxes TourYou spend the day moving between Phillip Island's main wildlife and scenic spots — the bathing boxes, the wildlife park, Cape Woolamai, and Seal Rocks — before settling in for the penguin parade at sunset. The tour includes transport, water, and all parking; groups stay under 10 people, which keeps the pace manageable and the experience less crowded than the standard larger tours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the penguin parade without arranging your own transport or timing the sunset yourself — the small group size (max 10 people) and fixed itinerary mean you spend the day moving between the island's main sights and arrive at the parade ready to watch, not rushed or uncertain about logistics.
Phillip Island: Penguin Parade & Koala Centre Private TourYou spend 11 hours on a private tour of Phillip Island with a professional driver and guide, visiting the Koala Conservation Centre and the Penguin Parade at dusk with entry fees included. The day also includes wildlife spotting in natural woodland, stops at coastal lookouts, warm blankets for the evening, and transport with water and WiFi on board. Call ahead if you want to upgrade your penguin viewing or add optional attractions like Churchill Island or the winery.Is it for me?This tour suits travelers who want to see Phillip Island's main wildlife attractions in one day without arranging separate transport, tickets, and timing — the private vehicle and included entry fees mean you're not juggling logistics or joining a group schedule.
Penguin Parade Tours — what to know before booking
This guide compares 15 bookable options for Penguin Parade Tours, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at AU$ 135. The average rating is 4.7 out of 5, based on 7,116 traveler reviews.
Most options last half a day or longer. 14 of the 15 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Penguin Parade Tours cost?
Prices start at AU$ 135. There are 15 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 14 of the 15 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Melbourne to Phillip Island: Penguin Parade & Wildlife Eco Tour is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.9 out of 5 across 4,060 reviews.
