Discover the magic of Victoria on a Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour. Visit Moonlit Sanctuary to meet kangaroos, koalas, and other Aussie wildlife, take in stunning coastal views at Cape Woolamai (summer months), and walk the Nobbies Boardwalk for breathtaking scenery. End your day with the unforgettable Penguin Parade, as hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore at sunset.
Join our Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour and discover some of Victoria’s top wildlife and coastal sights in one day. Travel with an expert guide and enjoy a fun, budget-friendly adventure from Melbourne.
Visit Moonlit Sanctuary to see kangaroos, koalas, and emus in a natural bushland setting. In summer, take in the incredible ocean views at Cape Woolamai, with its rugged cliffs and beaches. Stroll the Nobbies Boardwalk for dramatic coastline and the chance to spot seals.
End the day at the famous Penguin Parade, where hundreds of little penguins return from the sea at sunset. It’s one of Australia’s most unforgettable wildlife experiences and a must for backpackers visiting Melbourne.
Penguin Parade upgrades are available at an additional cost and can be added when selecting the number of guests during booking. Availability is shown in real time – If the option doesn’t allow you to add the upgrade, it means it’s sold out.
No cancellation fees apply for changes up to 24 hours before your tour departure time.
Please see our flexible fares page for more information: Click here.
Yes, we offer selected hotel pick ups in Melbourne City. You can view our pick up map here:
Most guests choose to purchase lunch at Moonlit Sanctuary. There is also a café at the Nobbies Ocean Discovery Centre and a restaurant at the Penguin Parade.
In summer, we visit the township of Cowes for a designated dinner stop. In winter, dinner can be purchased from the cafeteria at the Penguin Parade.
You’re also welcome to bring your own packed lunch and/or dinner for the day.
Moonlit Sanctuary does not permit guests to hold koalas due to animal welfare protection laws in Victoria. However, the Koala Encounter offers the opportunity to gently pat a koala and take a photo with these iconic animals. This experience is payable directly to the sanctuary.
Koala Encounter details here
Guests are welcome to book this experience via the Moonlit Sanctuary website at their own discretion. Our arrival time at Moonlit Sanctuary is approximately between 1:15 pm and 1:45 pm (seasonal), with a stay of around 1.5 hours. While we aim to arrive within this timeframe, travel conditions on the day may occasionally affect timing.
In general, there is no problem for our guests who book the 2:30 pm Koala Encounter to experience this as part of their visit to Moonlit Sanctuary.
Note: As the Conservation in Action Show is also scheduled for 2:30 pm, it is not possible for guests to experience both the Koala Encounter and the Conservation In Action Show during their visit to Moonlit Sanctuary.
Photos are permitted at all locations, except at the Penguin Parade. Penguins’ eyes are very sensitive, and bright or sudden flashes can scare them. Please do not use any cameras, including phones and camcorders, at any time during your visit to the Penguin Parade.
You will return to your meeting location at approximately 9:00 pm to 12:00 am (seasonal).
We also provide unique Discovery Clips – brief explainer videos providing additional insights – about various parts of our tours. These are available in 17 different languages. You can access these clips on the day of the tour. Please just ask your guide for more information.
Yes, our tours operate rain or shine to ensure you don’t miss out on the experience!
