[Private Tour] “Penguin Parade” Phillip Island Tour.

About this tour

Spend ten to eleven hours on Phillip Island watching little penguins return to shore at dusk, often in groups exceeding a thousand. This private tour includes reserved seating in the premium viewing zone, entry to Churchill Island's heritage farm, and chances to hand-feed wallabies, see echidnas and native birds, plus demonstrations of sheep mustering and shearing. Your guide adjusts the day's rhythm to match your interests—whether that's exploring historic buildings, gardens, or the working farmyard.

Highlights

• Penguins Plus seating for closest penguin parade views
• Hand-feed wallabies and encounter echidnas, reptiles
• Sheep dog herding and shearing demonstrations
• Churchill Island heritage farm and gardens
• Private transport with air-conditioned vehicle
• Bottled water provided throughout the day
• Flexible itinerary tailored to your pace

What to expect

Your guide collects you for the drive to Phillip Island. Once there, you'll explore Churchill Island at your own tempo—watch working farm dogs round sheep, observe shearing, wander heritage cottages, or simply sit in the gardens. The wildlife park opens chances to interact with local animals; sightings vary by season but typically include wallabies keen to eat from your hand, echidnas, lizards and birdlife. As evening falls, you'll move to your reserved Penguins Plus seating to watch the daily parade unfold. Thousands of little penguins emerge from the ocean and march inland to their burrows—an unhurried, natural spectacle.

Good to know

Penguin Plus seating availability depends on bookings. Meal timing is flexible; your guide may suggest lunch before departure depending on the season. Prams, strollers and specialised infant seats are available. All fitness levels welcome. Public transport options exist nearby if needed.