Discover Phillip Island’s wildlife and penguins on a luxury small group tour from Melbourne. Enjoy a scenic cruise and explore nature’s wonders.
Discover Phillip Island’s wildlife and penguins on a luxury small group tour from Melbourne. Enjoy a scenic cruise and explore nature’s wonders.
- San Remo - Spend some time exploring the charming village of San Remo, known for its golden beaches, the impressive Pelicans that visit, and the famous Phillip Island bridge.
- Cowes - This is where you will embark on your 2-hour Wildlife Cruise! Delight in the sight of thousands of seals, dolphins, birdlife, and many other stunning views!…
- San Remo - Spend some time exploring the charming village of San Remo, known for its golden beaches, the impressive Pelicans that visit, and the famous Phillip Island bridge.
- Cowes - This is where you will embark on your 2-hour Wildlife Cruise! Delight in the sight of thousands of seals, dolphins, birdlife, and many other stunning views!
After your cruise, you will have some leisure time in Cowes. As Phillip Island’s main commercial center, Cowes is a lively area filled with restaurants, cafes, breweries, and boutique shops.
You will have the freedom to explore at your own pace. Our guide will highlight the key spots and then give you the liberty to roam.
Visit the popular brewery, relax at the pub with a view of the waterfront, indulge in some shopping, take a walk along the jetty, or even enjoy a swim in the sparkling blue waters. The choice is yours!
- Koala Conservation Reserve - This is an optional alternative to spending time in Cowes. Our guide will drop you off here, allowing you to wander through the beautiful native Australian bushland, where you are sure to see Koalas in their natural environment, along with other native Australian wildlife. Please note, it is now illegal to touch or hold a Koala.
- Flynns Beach - One of the most stunning beaches on Phillip Island, known for its golden sands and shimmering waters. You will have the opportunity to walk on the soft sand, admire the beautiful horizon, and enjoy the sea air at this local beach, a favorite of Chris Hemsworth since childhood.
- The Nobbies Centre - Already one of Phillip Island’s main attractions due to its sheer beauty, we visit this breathtaking spot during Golden Hour, offering a perfect view over the sparkling waters and rocky cliffs.
Savor this moment with a glass of sparkling wine as you take in the views and stroll along the boardwalk, enjoying spectacular sights and glimpses of native wildlife.
We depart from here via the back roads, providing unparalleled views over Westernport Bay and Bass Strait, with even more wildlife to observe.
- Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade - A “must-do” while in Melbourne/Victoria, the Penguin Parade has long been the highlight of Phillip Island.
We arrive early enough for you to explore this world-class visitor center and grab a bite to eat from the cafe if you wish.
You will then proceed to the Penguin Viewing Platform, awaiting the arrival of the stars of the show - the Little Penguins.
As the sun sets, your ranger-guide will share information about these adorable creatures, and you will witness thousands of them making their way onto the beach and up the hillside.
Stroll along the boardwalk as you get within inches of these native Australian Penguins, admiring their uniqueness and charm.
After experiencing this delightful spectacle, we board the bus to return to Melbourne, carrying plenty of wonderful memories from the journey.
- Melbourne - The journey to and from Phillip Island from Melbourne takes 2 hours each way.
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- Authentic Small Group travel with an engaging Local Guide
- Wildlife Coast Cruise - Seal Watching Cruise, 2 Hours
- Entry to the famed Phillip Island Penguin Parade at Sunset
- Premium Seating Ticket - Free WiFi
- Explore and relax in the idyllic coastal village of Cowes
- Nobbies Golden Hour Experience & Scenic Wildlife Boardwalk
- Time in San Remo to explore and watch for wildlife
- Authentic Small Group travel with an engaging Local Guide
- Wildlife Coast Cruise - Seal Watching Cruise, 2 Hours
- Entry to the famed Phillip Island Penguin Parade at Sunset
- Premium Seating Ticket - Free WiFi
- Explore and relax in the idyllic coastal village of Cowes
- Nobbies Golden Hour Experience & Scenic Wildlife Boardwalk
- Time in San Remo to explore and watch for wildlife
- Food and Drink other than what is stated
- Optional Extra: Koala Conservation Reserve
- Food and Drink other than what is stated
- Optional Extra: Koala Conservation Reserve
Experience the ultimate Phillip Island day trip, perfect for nature enthusiasts and ocean adventurers. This delightful small-group journey combines a picturesque wildlife cruise, intimate koala interactions, and the renowned Penguin Parade.
Starting from Melbourne, a knowledgeable local guide will lead the way. The first stop is San Remo, offering…
Experience the ultimate Phillip Island day trip, perfect for nature enthusiasts and ocean adventurers. This delightful small-group journey combines a picturesque wildlife cruise, intimate koala interactions, and the renowned Penguin Parade.
Starting from Melbourne, a knowledgeable local guide will lead the way. The first stop is San Remo, offering breathtaking coastal vistas and pelican sightings.
Next, embark on a 2-hour seal cruise around Phillip Island, where you are sure to see hundreds of lively fur seals in their natural environment.
In Cowes, enjoy exploring charming boutique shops, beachside bars, or choose to visit the Koala Conservation Reserve, where koalas freely wander among the treetops.
As the sun sets, explore Phillip Island’s untamed southern coast, where rugged boardwalks and hidden beaches are teeming with native wildlife and expansive ocean views.
Conclude the evening at the famous Penguin Parade, witnessing thousands of Little Penguins make their way ashore at dusk.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.