Phillip Island: Golden Hour Penguin Express Tour
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Watch Little Penguins at sunset on this 5-hour small-group tour. Explore Cowes, spot wildlife at The Nobbies, enjoy sparkling wine, and witness Victoria's iconic Penguin Parade with expert guides.
Highlights
- Watch thousands of Little Penguins waddle ashore at the famous Penguin Parade
- Toast sunset with sparkling wine at The Nobbies' dramatic coastal boardwalks
- Spot wallabies, echidnas, rare Cape Barren geese & 16,000 fur seals
- Explore Cowes village with pristine beaches and charming island atmosphere
- Premium comfort: window seats for each booking, wifi, charge ports, max 15 ppl
Description
Experience Phillip Island's world-famous Penguin Parade at sunset on this expertly guided 5-hour small-group tour, departing from Phillip Island or San Remo accommodations. Limited to just 15 travelers, this intimate wildlife adventure combines stunning coastal scenery, authentic village exploration, and unforgettable encounters with Australian native animals.
Begin your golden-hour journey with convenient pickup aboard a premium WiFi-equipped midi coach with guaranteed window seats. Your passionate local guide shares insights about Phillip Island's unique ecosystem, Aboriginal heritage, and conservation efforts as you travel through picturesque landscapes.
Discover Cowes, Phillip Island's charming main township on Western Port Bay. Stroll sandy beaches, browse local shops, and experience genuine coastal village atmosphere before venturing to wilder shores.
Stop at pristine local beaches where shorebirds and marine life thrive in natural habitats. Breathe fresh Bass Strait sea air and capture your first wildlife photographs while learning about the island's coastal environment.
Arrive at The Nobbies headland during magical golden hour for the tour's highlight wildlife viewing. Walk elevated boardwalks offering panoramic ocean vistas and spot wallabies, rare Cape Barren geese, seabirds, and echidnas. View Australia's largest fur seal colony on Seal Rocks—up to 16,000 seals visible from the boardwalk. Toast the spectacular sunset with complimentary sparkling wine served aboard your coach.
Journey through Summerlands as twilight descends, watching wallabies and nocturnal wildlife emerge in their natural environment from your comfortable window seat.
Conclude at Phillip Island Nature Parks' renowned Penguin Parade, where you'll witness hundreds to thousands of Little Penguins—the world's smallest penguin species—waddle from Bass Strait to their sand dune burrows. Time is provided to explore the Visitor Centre and purchase dinner before this enchanting wildlife spectacle begins.
Perfect for cruise shipvisitors, Melbourne day-trippers, families, and nature enthusiasts seeking authentic Victorian wildlife experiences with premium comfort and expert local guiding. General viewing admission included, with optional Penguin Plus and Underground viewing upgrades available.
Includes
Entry to Phillip Island Penguin Parade (General Viewing platform)
The Nobbies Golden Hour experience with scenic wildlife boardwalk access
Cowes village exploration including beach, shops and coastal atmosphere
Wildlife viewing opportunities (wallabies, echidnas, Cape Barren geese, fur seals)
Complimentary sparkling wine served on board after The Nobbies visit
Premium seating with guaranteed window seat for every booking, Wifi and USB charging ports
Small-group travel with maximum 15 guests and engaging local guide
Convenient pickup and return from Phillip Island or San Remo accommodation
Important Information
- Pickup available from nominated Phillip Island or San Remo Accommodation
Experience is subject to weather conditions and may be rescheduled or canceled in case of bad weather
Wear layers to adjust to changing temperatures
Arrive at the pickup location at least 10 minutes before scheduled departure
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund