Penguin Parade Express Guided Tour from Melbourne
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Penguin Parade Express Guided Tour from Melbourne

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$98.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 7 hours to 10 hours
Do this because
  • Enjoy the afternoon departure - perfect for time-poor travelers
  • Watch hundreds of little blue penguins in their natural habitat
  • Soak in stunning views at Seal Rocks, home to Australia's largest colony of fur seals
What to expect

Departing Melbourne in the afternoon, you'll journey directly down to Phillip Island to visit the area's cutest attraction: the adorable little penguins!

A visit to Point Grant and The Nobbies allows you to enjoy views over Westernport Bay and the Bass Strait, including Seal Rocks, home to Australia's largest population of fur seals. Then, it's onto the main event, where just after dark every night the world’s smallest penguins waddle ashore after spending the day fishing out at sea. You’ll be truly enchanted as the stars of the show emerge from the surf and pass right before your eyes on their journey back to their homes. Your guide will ensure you are able to get the very best vantage point to enjoy the Penguin Parade.

After the parade, you will have plenty of time to explore the Visitor Centre before beginning your journey back to Melbourne.

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What's included
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • check Driver guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up
  • x_not_included All meals
Where

400 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Meeting point:
Meet next to the Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria), at the corner of Flinders and Market Street. Please do not wait at the front entry of the Museum.
What to remember

Not allowed:

  • As the tour operates in small touring vehicles, there is no storage space for baby strollers, wheelchairs, or other large items

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • You may be able to upgrade to the more personalized Penguins Plus, an exclusive viewing platform with a maximum capacity of 200 guests. There's an additional charge per person for this experience. Due to its popularity, we recommend booking this in advance

Know in advance:

  • Please confirm the pickup time directly with the local operator at least 48 hours before departure. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking
  • Limit your luggage to a 5kg soft bag
  • If you travel with children, inform the local operator of their age. All children aged 4 years and under must be securely fastened in a restraint seat that is provided by the operator
  • There is only a small amount of walking involved in this tour, so no significant level of fitness is required
  • Photography is not permitted at the Penguin Parade for the well-being of the little penguins

Remember to bring:

  • Appropriate clothing for all weather conditions. Warm clothes and rain jackets in the winter months are strongly suggested, as it can get chilly on the Island when waiting for the penguin's arrival
  • Snacks and water bottle
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Provider
Go West Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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