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15 Best Phillip Island Penguin Tours

The Penguin Parade trips from Melbourne: little penguins surfing ashore at dusk and waddling home past the viewing stands, with koala and kangaroo stops filling the afternoon. The parade runs every single night of the year.

1.Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne

Discover Phillip Island’s wildlife, beaches, and penguins with this full-day Eco Tour from Melbourne—featuring wildlife encounters, scenic stops, and the iconic Penguin Parade.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We had a great time! We didn't want to drive ourselves, but were worried the experience would be too touristy or dull, happily, it was quite the opposite! Cloe was wonderful! She entertained us with lots of interesting history and wildlife tidbits, talked just the…”

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3.From Melbourne: Penguin Parade and Koalas Tour

Discover Phillip Island’s wildlife with this full-day Melbourne tour featuring koalas, stunning coastline, and the famous penguin parade.

★ 4.6

“It’s a long day but well worth it. The wildlife was amazing and Fiona’s enthusiasm infectious. The highlight was the penguin march. Our guide was able to take us around the tourist areas to the best viewing. Highly recommend this tour before you leave Australia!”

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6.Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife Day Tour from Melbourne

Discover Victoria’s wildlife on a full-day tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, featuring penguins, koalas, seals, and scenic coastal views—all at a great value.

★ 5.0

“Simon was a great guide. Knowledgeable and many fun facts to share. Moonlight Sanctuary was great and so was the Penguin Parade. However, the day-long itinerary was filled with what felt like “fillers”. The beach boxes were cabanas in bright colors so nothing special to…”

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8.From Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour

Discover the charm of Phillip Island's Penguin Parade with this full-day, guided tour from Melbourne. Enjoy scenic stops, wildlife sightings, and close-up penguin viewing for just $75.

★ 4.6

“Hello, our guide Shane was excellent. He possessed a great sense of humor and extensive knowledge of the local areas. We very much appreciate Shane and thank him for providing us with such a wonderful time.”

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9.Full-Day Phillip Island Tour with Kangaroo, Koala and Penguin Parade

Discover Phillip Island's wildlife, stunning vistas, and penguin parade on this full-day guided tour from Melbourne, balancing nature, fun, and value.

★ 4.5

“This was so much fun! A big afternoon but so worth it. I came over from NZ with my mum and sister and we really enjoyed it. You do need to pay attention to the note about what time the bus will pick you up…”

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10.From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train & Penguins Wildlife Tour

Discover the charm of Victoria with a full-day tour from Melbourne featuring Puffing Billy's scenic steam train ride and the adorable Penguin Parade at Phillip Island.

★ 4.8

“Great excursion! The puffy Billy train is nice, sitting on the windows is funny and part of the excursion to enjoy the view but it’s not comfortable. We went to different beaches and view points in Phillip island. But the highlight was definitely the penguin…”

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11.Small-Group Phillip Island Afternoon Day Trip from Melbourne

Explore Phillip Island with a small-group tour from Melbourne, visiting wildlife sanctuaries, seal colonies, and watching the famous penguin parade—perfect for wildlife lovers.

★ 5.0

“Exclusively well organised your with the fantastic guide Través, who was not only knowledgeable and explained all wild live in the nature , but also very attentive, took permanent care of us and protected from all dangers which could appear on way.”

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13.Phillip Island & Penguin Parade Afternoon Eco Tour from Melbourne

Discover Phillip Island's famous penguins on this efficient afternoon eco tour from Melbourne, complete with scenic stops and expert guides for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Tour Guide Lisa is an amazingly friendly person. She makes the excursion a joy. Do the city tour first, then add penguins. It is irresistible. Watching nature unfold before your eyes is amazing. “Go West” is definitely the tour company to choose in Melbourne.”

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14.Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne with Penguin Plus Viewing Platform

Discover Phillip Island's wildlife with this full-day Melbourne tour featuring koala reserves, scenic stops, and the iconic Penguin Parade from the exclusive Penguin Plus viewing platform.

★ 5.0

“A great trip out including collection from Melbourne, lunch in Cowes (self-funded) and visits to the Koala sanctuary, Nobbie’s rocks, and the Penguin parade. Penguins Plus is definitely worth the extra money. Fiona was our bus driver and guide; she was superb throughout the long…”

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15.From Melbourne: Penguins and Wildlife Nature Day Tour

Discover Australian wildlife on this 12-hour Melbourne day tour, from Moonlit Sanctuary to the Penguin Parade, with expert guides and stunning views.

★ 4.7

“Matthew is an excellent tour guide and driver who make my trip wonderful. Lots of Aussie animals can be visited and happy to see penguins in the real nature. Unforgettable 👍”

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More Phillip Island Penguin Tours

4.5Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour$171.42 5.0Full-day Melbourne City Sightseeing with Penguin Parade$157.08 4.5Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Trip with Koala Conservation Reserve Visit$111.17 4.7Phillip Island Penguin Parade with Expert Local Guide12 hours - 1 day$116 4.6Melbourne: Phillip Island Tour & Penguin Parade9 hours$113 5.0Wine, Dine & Penguins Boutique Phillip Island Tour from Melbourne$168.55 4.5Melbourne: Puffing Billy Railway & Penguin Parade Day Tour12 hours$145 4.5Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour from Melbourne$96.83 5.0Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience w optional Penguins$128.39 4.8From Melbourne: Penguin Parade Afternoon Tour9 hours$95 4.7Melbourne: Puffing Billy Penguin Parade Brighton Boxes Tour1 day$140 4.6From Melbourne: Phillip Is Penguin Parade & Koala Reserve$107 4.5Melbourne Puffing Billy Penguin Yarra Valley Wine choc Tour13 hours$120 4.3From Melbourne: Phillip Island and Penguin Parade Day Tour11 hours$102 4.5Phillip Island Penguin Parade, Wildlife and Beach Boxes Bus Tour$111.17 4.7Melbourne: Boutique Phillip Island Wine, Dine & Penguin Tour11 hours$162 4.7Phillip Island Penguin Parade Afternoon Tour from Melbourne9 hours - 1 day$109 4.5Melbourne City Tour and Phillip Island in One Day$243.15 4.3Melbourne: Puffingbilly Train and Penguin Island Day Tour14 hours$113 4.6Melbourne: French and Phillip Island Wildlife Expedition12 - 14 hours$155 5.03 Day Combo: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade and FREE City Tour$239.56 4.2Melbourne: Penguin Parade Tour with Puffing Billy Train Ride12 hours$133 5.01 Day Exclusively Private Tour Of Phillip Island & The Penguin Parade$169 5.0Melbourne Combo: Great Ocean Road Day Trip and Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne$315.59