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Phillip Island Half Day Private Tour

Penguin Parade "Express" Private Tour

6-7 hours (approx)

1 to 20+ people

From A$999

Discover the wonder of one of the world’s largest penguin colonies in a magical experience that you’ll talk about for years to come.

This express penguin parade tour is designed for travelers short on time who still want to experience the world-famous Penguin Parade in comfort and with an expert private guide.

Penguin Parade Private Tours from $999
Penguin Parade Private Tours from $999

Victoria’s most magical wildlife experience.

Be amazed as the world’s largest penguin colonies make their way home up the beach dunes of Phillip Island.

Our express penguin parade tour is designed for travelers short on time who still want to experience the world-famous Penguin Parade in comfort and with an expert private guide.

Expect an unforgettable evening and breathtaking scenery.

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Tour Highlights

Go direct to Phillip Island to see Victoria’s No. 1 attraction up close and personal – the Little Penguins Parade!

Our half-day Express Phillip Island Tour is ideal if you are short of time and just want to see these gorgeous little creatures in their nightly journey home to their burrows - a natural spectacle that has been seen by millions of people. 

You will be amazed to see hundreds if not thousands of Little Penguins waddle across the beach. You will get to stroll among them on elevated boardwalks - you will not believe how close you will get to them, you could almost touch them.

Our half-day tour to the world-famous Philip Island Penguin Parade includes a relaxed drive through gorgeous scenery on our way to the Penguin colony. Enjoy a brief stop to The Nobbies and Seal Rocks for breathtaking photo opportunities. If time and weather permit, we will stroll down the boardwalk, keeping an eye out for penguins hiding under your feet or peeking out from their nesting boxes.  Then enjoy a spectacular drive along the cliffs where you may spot soaring birds of prey, wandering Cape Barren geese or grazing wallabies.

Finally, we arrive at the world-renowned Penguin Parade. We will wander down to the beach to watch these delightful little creatures waddle out of the waves and across the sand or clamber over rocks. Marvel as they stop to preen themselves or gawk at these odd humans who come to see them every night. It truly is a magical, memorable experience that will stay with you, your whole life.

Sunset at Nobbies
Sunset at The Nobbies
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Wallaby

We contacted John to arrange a family trip to Phillip Island, 2 adults & 2 kids (5 & 7).
John listened to our requirements, added some suggestions. Picked up at the hotel door, right on time (inc. booster seat). John was extremely personable throughout the trip, engaged with adults and children alike. He was also very knowledgeable about the area, giving us pointers to maximise the experience. We all thoroughly enjoyed the trip and would recommend John & Melbourne Touring Co to anyone!

Ned & Kylie


Group Sizes

Day of Week

1 - 2 People

3 - 4 People

5 - 6 People

7 - 8 People

9 - 11 People

12 - 24 People

Monday - Friday

A$999

A$1099

A$1199

A$1299

$1450

POA

Saturdays

A$1099

A$1199

A$1299

A$1399

$1550

POA

Sundays

A$1199

A$1299

A$1399

A$1499

$1650

POA

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Penguin Parade "Express" Private Tour

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