Puffing Billy & Penguin Parade Day Tour from Melbourne

Explore the forests of the Dandenong Ranges and Phillip Island's coast on a guided, shared bus tour from Melbourne. Ride Puffing Billy and watch for little penguins returning at sunset. A wildlife park visit is optional, with admission at your own expense and not included in the listed price.

Itinerary

1. Meet at one of the pickup points: 42 Russell St, Melbourne Marriott Hotel, 270 Queen St, 220 Spencer St, or 52 Spencer St. Departure times vary with the train schedule.
2. Stop for photos at the Brighton Beach Rainbow Boxes. This stop may be skipped if the train departure is too early.
3. Ride the Puffing Billy steam train through the forests of the Dandenong Ranges.
4. Explore Maru Koala and Animal Park on an optional visit, with admission at your own expense and not included in the listed price. This stop may be replaced by another location, such as Moonlit Wildlife Park.
5. Take in the coastal views at The Nobbies Viewpoint.
6. Watch for little penguins returning at sunset during the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park.
7. Return to 42 Russell St, Melbourne Marriott Hotel, 270 Queen St, 220 Spencer St, or 52 Spencer St around 21:00. The actual return time varies by season with the Penguin Parade viewing time.

What's Included

• Puffing Billy train ride and Penguin Parade admission
• Bus transport
• English- or Chinese-speaking guide and live onboard commentary
• Tolls, parking and fuel
• Tips

Important details

• Children aged 0–16 must be accompanied by a paying adult
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
• Pets are not allowed
• You may be refused service without a refund if you appear intoxicated
• Your departure time is assigned according to the train schedule and will be provided the day before the tour