Penguin Parade & Seal Rocks Cruise Day Trip from Melbourne

Explore Phillip Island by land and sea on a shared small-group tour from Melbourne. Travel by premium bus with a local English-speaking guide, combining wildlife encounters with time to enjoy the island's seaside towns.

• Look for koalas on an optional visit to the Koala Conservation Reserve

Itinerary

1. Meet your guide at Melbourne Arts Centre and enjoy a complimentary barista-made coffee. Depart at 10:00am from April to September or 11:00am from October to March.
2. Explore San Remo, the last mainland township before crossing the bridge onto Phillip Island.
3. Enjoy free time in Cowes, Phillip Island’s main commercial hub, with restaurants, cafes, breweries, and boutique shops.
4. Take a 2-hour coastal wildlife cruise to Australia’s largest fur seal colony, where you can look for thousands of seals.
5. Visit the Nobbies at golden hour and enjoy a glass of sparkling wine while taking in views of the water and rocky cliffs.
6. Walk along the boardwalk at the Phillip Island Penguin Parade to look for native Australian penguins.
7. Return to Arts Centre Melbourne at 8:30pm.

What's Included

• 2-hour Seal Rocks wildlife cruise
• Penguin Parade admission with General Viewing
• Barista-made coffee
• Glass of sparkling wine
• Onboard WiFi

Important details

• Children aged 1–17 must be accompanied by a paying adult
• This activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible
• Alcohol is for ages 18+ only. Bring valid ID as proof of age
• Do not feed marine or wild animals or engage in activities that could damage the ecosystem
• Arrive 10 minutes before departure