Phillip Island Penguin and Koala Highlights Day-Trip from Melbourne

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Duration:8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Location: Melbourne, Victoria

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Take in the spectacular Phillip Island Penguin Parade as you watch the colony of Little Penguins crosses the shoreline from the ocean. Heading out to Penguin Parade, we begin our day at a Koala Reserve to meet some furry Australian favourites. Take a tour and get up close and personal with our native Australian wildlife. Travel to Phillip Island Nature Parks, known for its natural beauty, sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and unique wildlife experiences. The island is home to a colony of around 32,000 little penguins. Phillip Island Tour is one of the popular and must-watch tourist attractions in Victoria.

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1. Phillip Island Nature Parks - Koala Reserve
It is only a 1hr 45min drive from Melbourne directly to Phillip Island. On arrival you will be greeted by Phillip Island Nature Parks Ranger for a guided walk through Phillip Island’s Koala Reserve. You will be given a presentation about Koalas, history and relevance of the Reserve and the last area of natural woodland on the island.
2. Cape Woolamai
Phillip Island boasts a population of approximately 15,000 which is boosted during the busy tourist seasons. There are three main settlements being Cape Woolamai, New Haven & Cowes. Our stop at Cape Woolamai beach is seasonal subject to weather permitting.
3. Cowes
Generally, we make time to wander through the coastal township of Cowes. Sheltered alongside the calm Westernport Bay this township was named after Cowes on the Isle of White. Beautiful seaside scenery, unique stores to peak into and many nice restaurants to purchase food.
4. The Nobbies Centre
Next, we arrive at the Nobbies Rocks where we take you on an optional guided walk down the boardwalks to see the rocky coast and spot Penguins nesting in their burrows. Then we travel along the Phillip Island backroads through Phillip Island Penguin Habitat. Enjoy incredible views of the coastal cliffs on your way to the Phillip Island Penguin Parade.
5. Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade
The main attraction of Phillip Island tour has always been the Little Penguins doing their daily ritual of penguin parade. These little friends are the smallest of its kind in the world. Enjoy sunset at the Visitor Information Centre and choose the right seat to have a great view of the main spectacles of the day — the Penguin Parade!

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Posted By : Refael_B
Tour guide very profetional with a lot of knowledge.
Great value for money.
Loved the guides approach.

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Posted On : 2023-12-26 22:33:56

Posted By : Kely_S
It’s my best tour trip in Melbourne. The weather was perfect that day. I got lucky to see a few wallabies, penguins and other wildlife animals. It’s a beautiful place. Would love to go there again one day
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Posted On : 2023-12-15 07:00:13

Posted By : 12akanshav
The little penguins and koalas were very cute. Awesome experience with the most awesome views! Our guide, Fiona, was so wonderful! Her enthusiasm and cheery nature definitely made this tour awesome!
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Posted On : 2023-12-12 07:37:26

Posted By : Trail61757128498
We have the most lovely and enthusiastic tour guide and excellent driver who took us to
Phillip island to see the koala and penguins.
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Posted On : 2023-12-05 17:17:41

Posted By : N6843SIrachelo
Fiona who brought us on this Autopia tour was amazing from start to finish! Fiona had the most amazing insights and passion for nature which made the day so much better! A fantastic day!
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Posted On : 2023-12-04 08:38:40

Posted By : I937ROdanielh
Our tour guide was great and made the whole experience very enjoyable! Going on a Friday during high traffic wasn’t ideal but that was the only negative. It was neat to see koalas, my fiancé burst into tears of excitement, and the penguin parade was a truly unique and fun experience!
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Posted On : 2023-11-17 22:29:20

Posted By : Kevin_W
The Koalas were abundant and close up for viewing and pictures. The penguin portion of the trip was not so pleasant. Not because of the penguins themselves. It was fascinating to watch them (at a distance) congregate on the shoreline before their dash across the sand. The problem was the extremely large and rude crowds. Many people stood up, leading to a situation where others could not see. Also, the established time for the bus to leave was too early. We didn't have time to see the penguins climbing the hill to their nests.
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Posted On : 2023-10-05 13:34:29

Posted By : Catherine_H
Late for pick up at designated spot and we had a fill in driver who was as not familiar with destination. The experience was very disappointing.
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Posted On : 2023-09-18 04:13:19

Posted By : Leslee_R
Everything from start to finish was great. IIt was so nice to have a tour guide that clearly loved what she was doing. Her passion showed throughout the whole adventure. I will definitely be recommending this to all my friends and family.
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Posted On : 2023-09-02 13:05:02

Posted By : Barbara_O
Fiona was our driver and guide she was lovely and passionate about the environment in this part of Australia. We had a wonderful trip with her guidance. She is a gem!
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Posted On : 2023-09-01 10:43:44