About this tour
Pair granite peaks and penguin colonies in a single day across Victoria's coast. This 12.5-hour private tour starts at Wilson's Promontory—hiking through fern-lined forest to Mt Bishop for lunch with panoramic views—then shifts south to Phillip Island for the evening penguin return. You'll travel in a Mercedes with a knowledgeable driver who handles logistics, leaving you free to absorb the landscape and wildlife.
Highlights
- Mt Bishop walk through native forest and fern gullies
- Gourmet picnic hamper lunch with coastal vistas
- The Nobbies and Cape Woolami coastal formations
- Little Penguins parade at Phillip Island (Penguin Plus access)
- Private Mercedes transport throughout the day
- Morning tea stop in Korumburra township
- Moderate fitness required; experienced guide included
What to expect
You'll depart [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) in a private vehicle, stopping for morning tea before arriving at Wilson's Promontory late morning. The Mt Bishop hike takes 2–3 hours through varying forest terrain, peaking at a lunch spot overlooking the eastern coastline. Afternoon brings a drive to Phillip Island to see dramatic coastal rock formations, then you'll settle in for the Penguin Plus experience as little penguins emerge from the ocean at dusk and shuffle back to their burrows. The day blends walking, scenic pauses, and stationary wildlife observation.
Good to know
Wear sturdy walking shoes and layers—weather shifts between forest shade and exposed coastal headlands. Infant car seats available. You'll skip dinner on Phillip Island; your guide suggests eating there or returning to Melbourne for a late meal. Moderate fitness needed for the Mt Bishop walk.
Frequently asked
- How long does Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour take?
- Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour runs for approximately 12h 30m.
- How much does Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1197 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. VIC Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original VIC Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.