From Melbourne: Phillip Is Penguin Parade & Koala Reserve
ID: GYG843526-1334266
Category:
Country: Australia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
See the world's smallest penguins waddle ashore at the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island. Visit the Koala Conservation Reserve, and see the Nobbies Centre and Seal Rocks.
Depart from Melbourne's Southern Cross Station and head straight to Phillip Island via the Bass Coast Highway with panoramic views of Western Port and French Island.
Cross onto Phillip Island at San Remo and stop at the Phillip Island Nature Parks Koala Conservation Reserve. Wander tree-top boardwalks to watch koalas up close in their natural habitat. Take a walk through the woodlands and enjoy the abundant birdlife, wallabies, and echidnas.
Continue onto Seal Rocks and the Nobbies Centre to take a walk along the boardwalk and soak in the stunning views back towards the Mornington Peninsula from Phillip Island’s most western point. Take the scenic cliff drive dirt road for the potential spotting of wallabies and other wildlife in the wild plus take in cliff top photo opportunities.
And then it’s onwards to the main event, the Phillip Island penguin tour. Just after dark every night, the world’s smallest penguins waddle ashore after spending the day fishing out at sea. Be truly captivated as the stars of the show emerge from the surf and pass right before your eyes on their journey back to their burrows.
An evening meal (own expense) can be enjoyed prior of after the Penguin Parade depending on season. Return to Melbourne is direct via the Monash Freeway for a mid to late evening arrival back to Southern Cross Station or selected hotel drop off’s.
Highlights
- Get up close to koalas in their natural habitat at the Koala Conservation Reserve
- Watch the world's smallest penguins waddle ashore at the Penguin Parade
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Bass Coast and French Island from the bus
- Take a walk along the boardwalk at the Nobbies Centre and see Seal Rocks
- Spot wallabies and other wildlife in the wild on a scenic cliff drive dirt road
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Bus Bay 58 - Located inside the coach terminal, with best entrance off Spencer st opposite Little Burke st.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
