Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park Day Tour (Melbourne)
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Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park Day Tour (Melbourne)
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1 Feb
Tue
3 Feb
Wed
4 Feb
Penguins and Wildlife Nature Experience
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GBP 81.9
Highlights
Embark on an enchanting journey from Melbourne to witness some of Australia’s most beloved natural wonders. Your adventure begins at the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, where you can get up close with iconic native animals like kangaroos, koalas, and Tasmanian Devils. This tour is designed to provide a perfect balance of wildlife encounters and stunning coastal scenery.
Explore the rugged beauty of the Nobbies Center and stroll along the panoramic boardwalks overlooking the Bass Strait. The highlight of your day is the world-famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island, where you’ll watch hundreds of little penguins waddle across the sand to their burrows at sunset. It is a heartwarming and unforgettable spectacle that captures the true spirit of Australian wildlife conservation.
- Moonlit Sanctuary Visit: Encounter a diverse range of native Australian animals including wallabies, reptiles, and dingoes in a natural bushland setting.
- Penguin Parade Experience: Witness the charming daily ritual of little penguins returning home from the ocean at sunset.
- Nobbies Boardwalk: Take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Bass Strait and look out for the spectacular sea blowhole.
- Wildlife Discovery: Keep an eye out for unique species such as the Eastern-barred bandicoot and Cape Barren geese throughout the tour.
- Convenient Melbourne Transfers: Relax with round-trip transport from central Melbourne meeting points in a comfortable vehicle.
Itinerary
Duration: 12 hours (approx.)
Pickup and Departure
Transfer IncludedDepart from central Melbourne meeting points for a journey into the Victorian countryside.Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
Admission Ticket IncludedExplore the sanctuary and interact with native Australian wildlife including kangaroos and koalas.The Nobbies & Seal Rocks
Scenic ViewsWalk the coastal boardwalks for stunning views of the Bass Strait and the blowhole.Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Admission Ticket IncludedWatch the world-famous penguin parade as the little penguins return to their burrows at dusk.Return to Melbourne
Transfer IncludedTravel back to Melbourne after the parade, arriving late in the evening.- NoteItinerary and operating times (Winter: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Summer: 12:30 PM – 11:30 PM) are subject to change based on weather and sunset times.
What's included
INCLUDED
Penguins and Wildlife Nature Experience General Viewing
Round-trip transport service from Melbourne
All national park entry fees
Guided tour in English
NOT INCLUDED
Food and beverages
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Fuel levy (may apply if oil prices exceed fare allowance)
Customer reviews
Additional information
Meeting Point & Pickup Information
- Her Majesty's Theatre: 1002-Her Majesty's Theatre
- Mail Exchange Hotel: 1003-Mail Exchange Hotel
- Mercure Melbourne Southbank: 1005-Mercure Melbourne Southbank
- Regent Theatre: 1004-Regent Theatre
- Please arrive at your designated location 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Must Know
- Photography with flash is strictly prohibited during the Penguin Parade to protect the penguins' eyes.
- A fuel levy may apply if oil prices exceed the allowance in the fare.
- Itinerary, prices, and operating days are subject to change without prior notice.
- Penguin arrival times vary daily based on the sunset.
Eligibility
- This tour is open to travelers of all nationalities.
Child Policy
- Infants (Ages 0–3): Infant ticket required.
- Children (Ages 4–15): Child ticket required.
- Adults (Age 16 and over): Adult ticket required.
- All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
What to Bring
- Warm clothing (even in summer, Phillip Island can be cool and windy at night).
- Waterproof jacket or umbrella.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Valid photo ID.
- Mobile or printed e-voucher.
Accessibility
- Standard viewing areas include boardwalks and stadium seating.
- Please contact the operator in advance for specific wheelchair accessibility requirements regarding transport.
Booking Confirmation
- Your booking will be confirmed instantly.
- Please refer to your voucher for the final confirmation of your specific pickup location and time.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations made at least 4 days before the selected date are eligible for a full refund.
- Cancellations made within 0–3 days of the selected date are non-refundable.
- Changes to bookings cannot be made within 48 hours of departure.
Voucher Use
- Please present your e-voucher on-site for check-in.
- The voucher is valid only on the selected date and within operating hours.
Location
Address
Phillip Island, Victoria, Australia
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Gary was amazing! Even with just a small group of 7 ppl, he never failed to entertain us with his knowledge about the city, Phillip Island, Penguin parade, Cowes and Moonlit Sanctuary. He was really patient as well. Thank you Gary!
Tour was very relaxing, our guide Jose was very friendly and accommodating. Love the moonlight sanctuary especially the koala keeper talk.
I really enjoyed this day, I booked the koala experience at Moonlit before (it was around 30 Aussie dollars) through Moonlit sanctuary's website and I would completely recommend doing that for the full experience (it sells out in peak times!), also you could hand feed the kangaroos and wallabies for 3 Aussie dollars bought from the box office and that was a really cool and unique experience. Lots to see at Moonlit and we were there for about 2 hours (11am - 13:15), we then went on to a beach viewing point, a little beach town and then the area around penguin parade. The penguin parade itself was a cool thing to see but I think overly touristy, they do not allow you to take pictures and videos "in case it flashes and harms the penguins" which felt a little like being treated as a child who can't be trusted, and then people did it anyway! (This wasn't the tour guides fault, more the people who run the parade). We left the parade after about 2 hours at 7:45 and got back to melbourne for about 9:45. Would completely recommend!