About this tour
Spot little penguins returning to shore at dusk on Phillip Island, then explore nocturnal wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary on this 12-hour guided tour from Melbourne. Travel in a climate-controlled coach with a maximum of 24 people and benefit from multilingual audio support. Hotel pickup and all entry fees are included, making this an accessible way to see Australia's iconic animals without the hassle of self-driving to remote locations.
Highlights
- Watch penguins waddle ashore at twilight on Phillip Island
- Encounter nocturnal marsupials at Moonlit Sanctuary
- Small group size keeps experience intimate and personable
- Audio guide available in 16 languages for flexibility
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included in package
- All attraction entry fees pre-covered
What to expect
You'll depart your hotel mid-afternoon and head to Moonlit Sanctuary first, where guides walk you through enclosures to spot sugar gliders, quolls, and other creatures active after dark. After dinner (self-funded), you'll travel to Phillip Island for the evening parade—a natural spectacle where hundreds of little penguins emerge from the ocean and shuffle inland to their burrows. The viewing platform offers good sightlines, though photography is prohibited to protect the animals. Expect to stand for stretches and dress warmly, as coastal winds pick up after sunset.
Good to know
Bring cash for food and wildlife feeding if interested. Large bags, prams, and walkers aren't permitted on the coach. Service animals welcome. Tours run regardless of weather. Book the 2-tour bundle to add a free Melbourne city tour, scheduled flexibly around your penguin and Great Ocean Road visits.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.