• Melbourne - The journey to and from Phillip Island from Melbourne takes approximately 2 hours each way.

At Local Way Tours, the Premium Ticket offers an exceptional travel experience.

Enjoy guaranteed window seats and travel in style in our modern, well-equipped vehicles.

Our small group tours provide personalized attention from our friendly local guides, ensuring a memorable journey.

Stay connected with onboard WiFi and convenient charging ports, all while relaxing in a setting that prioritizes your comfort and enjoyment.

With our Premium Ticket, you receive more than just a tour; you gain a superior travel experience tailored to exceed your expectations.

• San Remo - Take some time to explore the charming village of San Remo, with its golden beaches, the impressive Pelicans that frequent the area, and the renowned Phillip Island bridge.
• Koala Conservation Reserve - This is an optional alternative to spending time at Cowes.
  Our guide will drop you off here, allowing you to wander through the beautiful native Australian bushland, where you are guaranteed to spot Koalas in their natural habitat, along with other native Australian wildlife.
  Please note, it is now illegal to touch or hold a Koala.
• Cowes - This is where you board your Wildlife Cruise for 2 hours!
  Enjoy observing thousands of seals, dolphins, birdlife, and many other beautiful sights!

After your cruise, you will have some time to enjoy Cowes.
Cowes is Phillip Island’s main commercial hub, bustling with restaurants, cafes, breweries, and boutique shops.

Here you will have time to explore at your own pace.
Our guide will highlight notable spots, then allow you the freedom to wander.

Visit the popular brewery, relax at the pub overlooking the waterfront, indulge in some retail therapy, take a stroll along the jetty, or even go for a swim in the sparkling blue waters.
The time is yours!

• Cowes - If you choose not to do the 2-hour Seal Cruise, you will have time to create your own adventure.

Purchase your own cruise ticket; visit the Wildlife Park; visit the Vietnam Veterans Centre; or simply relax in Cowes, soaking up the island vibes and visiting the many boutiques, pubs, bars, shops, cafes, and the beautiful beach!

• Flynns Beach - One of the most beautiful beaches on Phillip Island, iconic for its golden sands and glistening waters.
  You will have a chance to walk on the soft sand, admire the beautiful horizon, and soak in the sea air of this local beach - one that Chris Hemsworth himself has enjoyed since childhood.
• The Nobbies Centre - Already one of Phillip Island’s main attractions due to its sheer beauty - we visit this stunning spot right at Golden Hour, allowing us a perfect view over the glistening waters and rocky cliffs.

Enjoy this moment with a glass of sparkling wine as you take in the views and walk along the boardwalk, enjoying spectacular sights and glimpses of native wildlife.

We depart from here along the back roads, offering unparalleled views over Westernport Bay and Bass Strait, with even more wildlife to spot.

• Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade - A “must-do” while in Melbourne/Victoria, the Penguin Parade has long been the star attraction of Phillip Island.

We arrive early enough for you to explore this world-class visitor centre and grab a bite to eat from the cafe if you wish.

You will then proceed to the Penguin Viewing Platform, awaiting the arrival of the stars of the show - the Little Penguins.

As the sun sets, your ranger-guide will provide information on these adorable creatures, and you will witness thousands of them make their way onto the beach and up the hillside.

Walk along the boardwalk as you get within inches of these native Australian Penguins, admiring their uniqueness and cuteness alike.

Once we have had our fill of cuteness, we board the bus to return to Melbourne, with plenty of good memories to accompany us on the journey back.

• Authentic Small Group travel with an engaging Local Guide
• Premium Seating Ticket - Free WiFi
• Nobbies Golden Hour Experience & Scenic Wildlife Boardwalk
• 2 Hour Wildlife Coast Cruise (optional)
• Entry to the famed Phillip Island Penguin Parade at Sunset
• Time in San Remo to explore and watch for wildlife

• Food and Drink other than what is stated
• Optional Extra: Koala Conservation Reserve
• Cruise Ticket unless Cruise Option Selected

Experience the ultimate Phillip Island day trip, perfect for nature enthusiasts and ocean lovers, featuring a picturesque wildlife cruise and the renowned Penguin Parade—all in a relaxed, small-group setting.

Starting from Melbourne, a friendly local guide will lead the way to the first stop in San Remo, where breathtaking coastal views and pelican sightings await.

Next, embark on a 2-hour seal cruise around Phillip Island, where hundreds of playful fur seals can be seen in their natural environment - OR - choose to stay in Cowes and explore the Wildlife Park.

In Cowes, enjoy exploring boutique shops, beachside bars, or visit the Koala Conservation Reserve, where koalas freely roam among the trees.

As the golden hour approaches, explore Phillip Island’s wild southern edge, where rugged boardwalks and secluded beaches are teeming with native wildlife and stunning sea views.

Conclude the evening at the iconic Penguin Parade, witnessing thousands of Little Penguins waddle ashore at sunset.

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