Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comPhillip Island: Penguins, Koalas and Kangaroos Day Tour from Melbourne
based on 37 reviews
Duration: 10 hours (approx.)
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Product code: 2230M10
The little penguins provide a wonderful spectacle as they break free of the surf and waddle home across the sand at dusk at Phillip Island. Nature is on stage and we are the audience to these fisherman of the sea as they feed their families. Phillip Island is home to an astounding array of wildlife, including Australia's largest fur seal colony, the Little Penguins and cuddly koalas.
Choose from three additional up-close optional upgrades. Please refer to each option below and select the appropriate tour option at time of booking.
- Penguin Plus View Platform (M10V): - Unique up-close penguin viewing. A more intimate and interactive experience. Interpretation and commentary with an eco-qualified ranger. Excellent penguin viewing from the wooden seating and boardwalks. Complimentary hot or cold beverage. Limited to 150 People.
- Private Penguin Parade (M10B) - Private interactive penguin viewing. A personal ranger accompanies a maximum of 10 people per group. Each guest is supplied with a warm waterproof jacket a mat to sit on and a head set for live commentary. Guests enjoy an exclusive area of the beach to sit and view the amazing spectacle that is the penguin parade. Guided tour of the Penguin Parade Visitors Centre. Easily Accessible. This exclusive product cannot be purchased on arrival at the Penguin Parade. Adults and children aged 16 years and over only.
- Penguin Skybox (M10S) - Exclusive elevated viewing tower with a personal ranger. Includes entry to Penguins Parade Viewing Platform and free drink. Adults and children aged 16 years and over only. Maximum of only 10 people in the Skybox.
Cuddle a Koala at the Koala Conservation Centre
Tour Highlights:
- Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote, select a date
- Infants aged aged 2 years and under travel free of charge, providing they are not utilizing a coach seat. Applies to TOUR ONLY option
- Children aged between 3 and 14 years, inclusive, qualify for child rate on the TOUR ONLY option, only
- No Child prices available for SKYBOX, ULTIMATE and VIEW PLATFORM options. Adult prices apply.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Prices are per person.
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- Coach travel to Phillip Island
- Visit Warrook Cattle Farm
- The Koala Conservation Center
- Penguin Parade
- Complimentary hotel pick up and drop off
- Commentary by driver
- Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Meals and beverages
- Items of a personal nature
- Fuel surcharge of AUD $5.00 per person per day payable direct for departures after October 1
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking.
- Please remember to bring warm, waterproof clothing on this tour. You may also wish to bring a towel or a rug to sit on at the Penguin Parade Viewing Platform (M10V). Photography and video cameras are NOT permitted.
- Please advise the name of your hotel in the 'Hotel Pick-up' box at time of booking
- Please note, a fuel surcharge of $5.00 per person per day applies for departures after October 1 and is payable direct
Wheelchair Accessibility:
All passengers with limited mobility will require a companion to assist with boarding and alighting from the touring vehicle, pushing a collapsible wheelchair and all other assistance required. The driver is not permitted to lift or push wheelchairs due to health and safety regulations.
Age Restrictions:
Children under 12 are not permitted on the 'Private' tour option or the 'Skybox' tour option. Children are not allowed on the Penguin Skybox as this tour is an interactive tour - not only that the passengers have a good vantage point to see the penguins, but they also need to help the ranger in the skybox with their duties.
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It was a great experience, really great to see them all. The only downside was it was pouring down with ... Read more ›
David T, United Kingdom, June 2008
The itinerary was absolutely wonderful and impressive. The commentary provided by the driver was abundant, ... Read more ›
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