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Melbourne Phillip Island 1 Day Tour

By Extragreen Holidays
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$205 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Phillip Island is a treasure trove of Australian wildlife; seals, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, birdlife and penguins! Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park, where you can see koalas, wombats, crocodiles, kangaroos, Australian birds, wallabies, Tasmanian devils, dingoes, emus and even more! Before sunset, we head to the Penguin Parade, where you can wander through the “Penguin Experience” exhibit to learn more about them. Stroll out to Summerland Beach and sit in the main grandstand for the Penguin Parade.
On the tour you will visit Maru Koala and Animal Park (own expense), feed our lovely local animals，Visit Caldermeade Farm & Cafe, a modern milk farm and observe the entire process of mechanized milking .Explore The Nobbies , a rugged rocky outcrop with magnificent coastal views , last stop Phillip Island Nature Parks.

Activity location
  • Caldermeade Farm and Cafe
    • 4385 South Gippsland Highway,
    • 3984, Caldermeade, Victoria, Australia
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • 42 Russell St
    • 42 Russell Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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52 Spencer St
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Starting point:
52 Spencer St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Starting time: 1:30 pm
Price details
NZ$146.92 x 1 AdultNZ$146.92
Paid at activityNZ$58.54
Total
Price is NZ$205.46
Until Fri, 19 Dec
42 Russell St
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Starting point:
42 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Starting time: 12:40 pm
Price details
NZ$146.92 x 1 AdultNZ$146.92
Paid at activityNZ$58.54
Total
Price is NZ$205.46
Until Fri, 19 Dec

What's included, what's not

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    Mandarin and English Live Commentaries
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    Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
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    Audio Commentary (Including English, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean)
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    Friendly and informative Driver guide
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    Admission to Penguin Parade General Viewing
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    Lunch
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    Dinner
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    Travel Insurance
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    Maru Koala and Animal Park (Adult)
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    Maru Koala and Animal Park (Child)

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You can scan the QR code (click the link) to access multilingual tour commentaries
  • Phillip Island is quite far from Melbourne, there is around 5 hours will spend on the transport on the day. And couple hours on meals.

Activity itinerary

Caldermeade Farm and Cafe
  • 30m
A large modern dairy farm, where you will see the entire semi-automated milking process and learn a little about milk and dairy products.
Maru Koala and Animal Park
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Maru is a family-run attraction where you can see koalas, wombats, crocodiles, kangaroos, Australian birds, wallabies, Tasmanian devils, dingoes, emus and even more!
Cowes
  • 30m
Cowes, situated at the northern tip of Phillip Island, is the island's most populous town. It exudes a charming village atmosphere, featuring a wide array of restaurants and bars. Cowes Beach and Jetty provide stunning views over the tranquil waters of Western Port Bay, with a picturesque backdrop of the Mornington Peninsula.
The Nobbies Centre
  • 30m
Continue to the western tip of Phillip Island to The Nobbies Centre, a rugged rocky outcrop with magnificent coastal views. The landscape surrounding the Nobbies Information Centre is full of colourful bird species. Many varieties nest and feed on the cliffs, so keep your eyes peeled! Inside the centre, new-age screens display short presentations that dive into the life and habitat of Phillip Island.
Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
As the sun sets, we head out to Summerland Beach and grab a spot on the boardwalk. Observe hundreds of little penguins come up to the shore, making their way across the beach to their homes in the sand dunes. See the world’s smallest penguin in its natural habitat from viewing stands and boardwalks. Enjoy educational displays in the visitor centre and the spectacular coastal scenery from the Penguin Parade. This experience is sure to be the highlight of your visit. (2 hours drive from Philip Island to Melbourne)

Location

Activity location
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    Caldermeade Farm and Cafe
    • 4385 South Gippsland Highway,
    • 3984, Caldermeade, Victoria, Australia
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    42 Russell St
    • 42 Russell Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    52 Spencer St
    • 52 Spencer Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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