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Phillip Island Small-Group Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne with Moonlit Sanctuary, Nobbies, and Penguin Parade
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Phillip Island Small-Group Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne with Moonlit Sanctuary, Nobbies, and Penguin Parade

by Oceania 24

8 hours
Melbourne Victoria
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8 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
A$442.80A$492Save 10%
2 adults × A$221.40
All taxes and fees included

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8 hours
A$442.80A$492Save 10%
2 adults × A$221.40
All taxes and fees included
8 hours
A$442.80A$492Save 10%
2 adults × A$221.40
All taxes and fees included
8 hours
A$442.80A$492Save 10%
2 adults × A$221.40
All taxes and fees included

Overview

Phillip Island, located off the coast of Victoria, is known for its wildlife and natural reserves. This small-group afternoon day trip from Melbourne lasts about eight hours and includes visits to Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, the Nobbies, and the Penguin Parade. The tour begins with a stop at Moonlit Sanctuary, where visitors spend about an hour seeing native Australian animals including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, and various birds and reptiles. Next, the group travels to the Nobbies for around 20 minutes to observe the largest colony of fur seals in Australia. The main event is the Penguin Parade, lasting about 90 minutes. Visitors arrive at the new visitor centre, which offers information about the Little Penguins, a souvenir shop, and a café. The parade shows the penguins returning from the sea and walking to their nests. Times for the parade vary by season, and the tour allows some free time on Phillip Island depending on the time of year. Transport is provided by an air-conditioned minivan with live commentary, and selected hotels in Melbourne city centre offer pickup and drop-off.

Highlights

Visit Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park for native animals
See the Nobbies seal colony
Watch the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island
Transport by air-conditioned minivan with live commentary
Selected Melbourne city centre hotel pickup and drop-off

What's included

Admission to Nobbies and Seal Rock
Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary
Pickup and drop-off at selected city centre hotels
Live commentary during transport
Transportation in air-conditioned minivan

What's not included

Food and drinks
Gratuities

Itinerary

1

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

Spend about one hour viewing Australia's native wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, and various birds and reptiles.

60 min

2

The Nobbies

Drive past the area and observe the surroundings for approximately 20 minutes.

20 min

3

Penguin Parade

Visit the new visitor centre with information about Little Penguins, a souvenir shop, and a café. Watch the penguins returning from the sea and walking to their nests. Parade times range from 90 minutes to two hours depending on the season.

90 min

Languages

German (written)English (guide)English (written)Italian (written)French (written)Spanish (written)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–11 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children aged 3 and under are not catered for; booster seats are available for children aged 4 to 7.
The tour is generally not suitable for cruise ship passengers. Departure times vary between 1 and 2 pm from the city centre, finishing between 8:30 pm and 11:45 pm depending on the season. Guests must ensure timely arrival to avoid missing the tour or cancellation fees.
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