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From Melbourne: Penguin Parade and Koalas Tour
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Highlights
Explore the boardwalk at The Nobbies Centre and views of Seal Rocks
Get up-close with the koalas on a guided tour of the Koala Conservation Reserve
Stroll along the sands of Woolamai Beach
Itinerary
Discover the beauty of the volcanic formations at Nobbies National Park on this day trip from Melbourne in an air-conditioned coach. Experience local wildlife with a guided tour of the Phillip Island Koala Reserve and entry to the Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
Depart Melbourne and travel to Phillip Island to watch the smallest penguin species in the world waddle up the beach at sunset.
Before you get to the Island, stop at Phillip Island Koala Reserve where you will experience a ranger-led tour through the koalas' native habitat. Meet the koalas face-to-face on the spectacular tree-top boardwalk.
Upon arrival at Phillip Island, visit the Cape Woolamai and Woolamai Beach. Let the sand flow through your toes as you stroll along the pristine beach and watch the local surfers carve the often monstrous waves.
Then, journey to the far western end of the Island to view the extinct volcano remains of The Nobbies. Venture onto the boardwalks to explore the beautiful coastline. If you're lucky you may even see some little penguins in their burrows or huddling under the platforms.
Experience the highlight of the day at the Phillip Island Penguin Parade. Go to the award-winning visitors center before making your way to the shoreline. As the sun sets to the west the little penguins will begin their dangerous journey across the yellow sands of Summerland Beach. Gathering in groups at the waters edge, watch as they waddle to the safety of the sand dunes. Once there, large numbers gather for one big penguin social evening.
Listen as they "huk" to one another and slowly make their way to their burrows for the evening. A truly spectacular experience not to be missed!
Depart Melbourne and travel to Phillip Island to watch the smallest penguin species in the world waddle up the beach at sunset.
Before you get to the Island, stop at Phillip Island Koala Reserve where you will experience a ranger-led tour through the koalas' native habitat. Meet the koalas face-to-face on the spectacular tree-top boardwalk.
Upon arrival at Phillip Island, visit the Cape Woolamai and Woolamai Beach. Let the sand flow through your toes as you stroll along the pristine beach and watch the local surfers carve the often monstrous waves.
Then, journey to the far western end of the Island to view the extinct volcano remains of The Nobbies. Venture onto the boardwalks to explore the beautiful coastline. If you're lucky you may even see some little penguins in their burrows or huddling under the platforms.
Experience the highlight of the day at the Phillip Island Penguin Parade. Go to the award-winning visitors center before making your way to the shoreline. As the sun sets to the west the little penguins will begin their dangerous journey across the yellow sands of Summerland Beach. Gathering in groups at the waters edge, watch as they waddle to the safety of the sand dunes. Once there, large numbers gather for one big penguin social evening.
Listen as they "huk" to one another and slowly make their way to their burrows for the evening. A truly spectacular experience not to be missed!
Product details
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.
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What's included
Audio translation app available for download in 10 different languages
Driver-guide
Entry to the Koala Conservation Reserve
Entry to the Penguin Parade
National Park fees
Onboard Wi-Fi
Penguins plus viewing upgrade (if option selected)
Tour commentary in English
Food
Personal expenses
Eligibility
Adult: Age 13 to 99
Child: Age 1 to 12
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 11:45, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 11:45 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note
Live commentary is in English, but a translation app is available for download in 10 different languages: Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish
Children's ticket prices apply for children aged up to 12 years
Infants aged 0 to 4 are not permitted to travel on adult laps and must be safely seated in a child protective seat. Infant protective seats are free of charge and must be requested at the time of booking
Due to the fact that the tour operates with small-group vehicles with limited storage facilities, strollers, wheelchairs, prams, or pushers can not be accommodated on this tour
No photography or filming is permitted at the Penguin Parade
Personal travel insurance is highly recommended
The Tour returns to Melbourne between 8:30 - 9:30 PM during the winter months and between 11 PM - 12 AM during the summer months
Items recommended to bring:
Reusable water bottle
Sun hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Warm clothing
Windbreaker
Not allowed items:
Baby carriages
Oversize luggage
Pets
Not suitable for:
Babies under 1 year
Wheelchair users
Good to know:
Children's ticket prices apply for children aged up to 12 years
Due to the fact that the tour operates with small-group vehicles with limited storage facilities, strollers, wheelchairs, prams, or pushers can not be accommodated on this tour
Infants aged 0 to 4 are not permitted to travel on adult laps and must be safely seated in a child protective seat. Infant protective seats are free of charge and must be requested at the time of booking
Live commentary is in English, but a translation app is available for download in 10 different languages: Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish
No photography or filming is permitted at the Penguin Parade
Personal travel insurance is highly recommended
The Tour returns to Melbourne between 8:30 - 9:30 PM during the winter months and between 11 PM - 12 AM during the summer months
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