Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne: Experience Wildlife with Koalas and Penguin Parade Viewing

Embark on a thrilling day trip from Melbourne to Phillip Island. Get up close with iconic Australian wildlife, including adorable koalas and witness the mesmerizing penguin parade at the brand new penguins plus viewing platform.

Duration: 9 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Phillip Island Nature Parks - Koala Reserve - It is only a 1hr 45min drive from Melbourne directly to Phillip Island. On arrival you will be greeted by Phillip Island Nature Parks Ranger for a guided walk through Phillip Island’s Koala Reserve. You will be given a presentation about Koalas, history and relevance of the Reserve and the last area of…
What's Included
  • Expert driver guide with live commentary in English
  • Travel in a large air-conditioned coach
  • Admission to Phillip Island Penguins Plus viewing area
  • Admission to Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve
What's Not Included
  • Meals not indicated
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Information

Enjoy one of Australia’s most incredible wildlife experiences on this magnificent Phillip Island tour. Witness the world famous penguin parade from the brand new exclusive penguins plus viewing platform, definitely the highlight of this day tour. Your day trip includes a visit to Phillip Island Koala Reserve where you can see the iconic Australian…

Location
Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria)
Flinders Street
Our main meeting point for this tour is Immigration Museum - 400 Flinders St corner of Market St, Melbourne. Alternatively, if you wish to change your pickup location please contact our reservations team on +61 39393 1333.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Akr12341729
Jun 7, 2026
Great. Thanks Fiona. - Thanks Fi! Awesome trip and we had a good time
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896yukia
Jun 7, 2026
Great experience - It was a great experience seeing penguin parade, koalas and some of other wild lives. Our driver Joel was very friendly. Thank you very much!!
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Trev4747
May 29, 2026
Autopia Tours Melbourne, best tour company ever... - Today I had the privilege of seeing the penguins for my second time in 2years. This time I chose to go with Autopia Tours and I'm glad I did. Our driver who unfortunately I cannot remember his name, was totally amazing. His knowledge that he shared was awesome and I feel like I know a lot more about Phillip island and it's history, the animals and especially the penguins. I can definitely recommend Autopia Tours in Melbourne for tours. (I went on the Penguins parade tour on the Friday 29th May 2026. If can find his name from that Autopia Tours, he needs a huge thankyou from me)
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Jena_p
May 28, 2026
Highly recommend this tour with Autopia. - Our tour was fantastic. Joel, our guide, was friendly and engaging - the schedule and itinerary was perfect. Highly recommended. The penguins, koalas, wallaby and more were all awesome to see and the small, newer bus was a very comfortable way to travel. WiFi was onboard and worked well the entire time.
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Skimo26
May 27, 2026
Must do - Penguins with Autopia is an amazing experience. - Fantastic experience. Comfortable, newer bus, Joel was amazing - friendly and knowledgeable. I really liked the itinerary to visit the koala conservation area along with the nobbies and finally the penguin parade with the upgraded penguin plus viewing. The penguins are a sight to behold and well worth it no matter the weather or time of year. Highly recommended.
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Ahmedsemaikh
May 26, 2026
Penguin Parade - Fiona was amazing. Thank you for the lovely Penguin Parade Tour
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Kathryn_p
May 25, 2026
Great Phillip Island tour - A great day of wildlife In Autumn take rain gear and warm clothes to cover all weather as advised by our very helpful guide Take your own snacks to maximise time spent on the experience
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Tripgirl123
May 19, 2026
Highly recommend! - Had an amazing time with Fiona! She was an amazing guide. Wildlife was spectacular. Really exceeded expectations. Saw koalas. Wallabies. Kookaburras. And so many penguins!
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Maps486585
May 17, 2026
Excellent - Excellent! Beyond expectations
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Crisrd8803tx
May 17, 2026
Memorable Philip Island tour ever! - Joel aka Marlon our tour guide was awesome and took good care of the 11 passenger tour. I learned a lot from him and the tour itself. The tour tp see not only the Little Penguins but the Koala conservatory plus the Novvir coastal drive was memorable! I give Joel a 5++
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From $176
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).