Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour

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Brighton

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Experience Australia’s native animals and Brighton Beach on a full day tour to Phillip Island. Visit the Nobbies Centre and witness the world’s largest Fur Seal Colony. Don’t miss the famous penguin parade! Book now!

Duration: 12 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Brighton Bathing Boxes - Discover and capture stunning photos with your guide at the iconic Brighton Beach boxes. Enjoy the beach while admiring the Melbourne City skyline and the breathtaking views of Port Phillip Bay.
Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park - Immerse yourself in the wonder of Australia’s native wildlife at Moonlit…

What's Included

Pick up and drop off from selected CBD Melbourne hotels
All Entry / Admission Fees are included
Friendly, local, knowledgeable driver
All Fees and Taxes
In-vehicle air conditioning

What's Not Included

Lunch

Additional Information

An ideal tour for those who love the coast and native wildlife!
Discover the beauty of both Bays in Melbourne, admire the historic Brighton Beach Boxes, encounter kangaroos, koalas, and birds up close, enjoy breathtaking coastal walks at The Nobbies, and conclude the day by watching the charming penguins at the renowned Phillip Island Penguin Parade….

Location

Brighton Bathing Boxes

131 Esplanade, Brighton Beach

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

4.4

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Daniela_e

Apr 25, 2026

Wonderful Day Tour! - Wonderful day! The beach boxes were lovely and the kangaroo and wallaby park was so fun for the kids and adults, beating able to pat them was a bonus! The penguins were absolutely adorable, we couldn’t believe how close we could get to them. Our bus driver was so lovely, it was a great tour, I would highly recommend!

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Curiosity02870838328

Apr 15, 2026

Philip Island and the beach boxes - Although it was a rainy day, it was still fun. The penguins were a highlight, as well as the animal preserve.

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Dales_m

Apr 7, 2026

Interesting day - Thoroughly enjoyed the trip Loved seeing and hearing about these very expensive beach boxes. The wildlife park was interesting and saw a few animals we had never heard of. The Penguin parade was a bit of a disappointment. As by the time we arrived all the lower seating in the public area was taken and we were so far back I could not see over the heads of people to even see the beach. The Penguins are so tiny and even on boardwalk trying to watch them there due to darkness and crowds of people at the railings . I would suggest you book on line for the private seating As it was sold out when we got there.

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Ommar_w

Mar 2, 2026

Penguins and more - six of us went on a tour and we all had a great time. saw wild life, great sunset view at Hobbies and Penguins!!

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Annettel272

Feb 24, 2026

Adorable Little Penguins - What a neat experience and incredible day! We enjoyed the scenic stops, feeding the wallabies and kangaroos at the wildlife sanctuary, and the quaint town of Cowes where we had delicious flakes (shark) and chips for dinner. Of course, the highlight of the trip was watching the adorable little penguins make their way out of the water and onto the beach back home. We only saw 4-5 penguins from the bleachers, but they waddled single file along the boardwalk later on. What a fantastic sight to see! Would highly recommend this tour!

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Heike_w

Dec 5, 2025

Great tour guide - Here was another tour guide who was really up for his job and who took care of all the participants with wit and charm so that we could all spend an eventful day. I haven't had such an excellent guided day in a long time.

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Dennis_m

Apr 15, 2026

Penguins tour - There is a bit of driving. Our guide Tony was knowledgeable and was a very safe driver. Penguins were right on time out of the ocean. Would recommend excursion

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Blossom_d

Apr 19, 2026

Good Tour - This is a good tour. The guide was a good guy who helped when asked.. The beach boxes were a disappointment.

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Eileen_p

Nov 16, 2025

Disappointing - They give the expectation that you will see hundreds of penguin marching along the beach but we only saw about 20 and they were far from where we were seated. Huge disappointment! The best part is leaving the stands and seeing a few babies calling for their moms as you walk the boardwalk back to the visitor center. Also, no photography or phone light allowed: no pictures! The Brighton Beach Boxes were okay, the Nobbies were beautiful. But for a 12 hour day with wasted time at a sad animal sanctuary and drive time in a cramped and dated bus, I would not recommend this tour.

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Patriciavallis

Jan 14, 2026

Horrific trip from hell - First of all the air conditioning wasn’t working, it was only a trickle of air. The temperature outside was approximately 40 degrees. It was unbearable and the tour should have been cancelled or another vehicle used. Secondly, the driver decided to change the departure time at Moonlit Sanctuary but only told people after everyone was off the bus. He told most people except one couple. We were on that hot bus for 45 minutes waiting for them and we couldn’t get back in the centre to wait. The couple weren’t at fault as they weren’t told. This is totally unacceptable and horrific as it was unsafe in that heat. I have only just recovered and hope this doesn’t happen to anyone again!!!!

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From $102

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult