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Small-Group Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne
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Small-Group Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Keeping you safe during COVID-19
Vaccine? Quarantine? Masking?
Vaccine? Quarantine? Masking? We know, there’s a lot to keep track of. Be sure to check local guidelines so you’re aware of all travel requirements before you go.
What you can expect during your visit
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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(888) 651-9785
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 4 more
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Get up close to Australia’s native wildlife on this memorable full-day tour of Phillip Island from Melbourne, including hotel pick-up. See adorable koalas and wallabies at the island’s Koala Conservation Centre, spot Australia’s largest colony of fur seals at Seal Rocks and watch the sunset penguin parade along the coast. This small-group tour has a maximum of 12 participants, ensuring a personalized experience.
- Small-group full-day tour to Phillip Island, from Melbourne
- Enjoy beautiful views of French Island and Phillip Island
- Get up close to koalas and wallabies in their natural habitat
- Witness adorable penguins as they march back to their nests after a day in the ocean
- Learn about wildlife conservation on Phillip Island
- Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people ensures a more intimate experience with your guide
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What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Live commentary on board
Moonlit Sanctuary
Nobbies and Seal Rock
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Departure & Return
This operator has two meet-up options available. You can either meet at the departure point below or select a location for pick-up.
9 Riverside Quay , 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
- OPERATED BY Oceania Tours and Safaris
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Small-Group Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Small-Group Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Small-Group Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Awesome experience. Very unique. Highly recommended.
Paul_H
, Jun 2022
We had a great time on our Phillip island trip. It was truly amazing seeing 1000+ penguins emerge from the ocean and come onto land. Also our tour guide (Fred G.) was awesome and I wish we would have had time to do more tours with him.
Only negative is that you aren't to take pictures. I wish they would have something at least where an approved person took pictures to have more mementos of the trip.
Tour that a tourist should never miss.
Viswalingam_N
, May 2022
Philip island was amazing. Fred kept us awake by his witty commentary . He also gave a very good headsup on the Melbourne city its culture and whatever famous en route Philip island. Thanks Fred.
Once in a life time experience
CheukLee_L
, May 2022
The tour was wonderful and so is our guide, Fred.
Fred is the most nicest tour guide ever, being so knowledgeable and funny. He kept everyone safe, happy, and entertained throughout the whole trip.
In Moonlit Sanctuary, we got to feed and to pet the “free range” kangaroos and wallabies.
The penguin parade was a once in a lifetime experience, we were so happy and blessed to get to see it. The penguin + is recommended, it provides an area just a few feet away from where waddles of penguins come back up from the Ocean after a long day.
This tour is really amazing!
Penguins!
Barbara_D
, May 2022
The guide won’t stop...
tom_n
, Apr 2022
The guide won’t stop talking for the whole trip , he spoke for one hour and 30 min non stop on the way to moonlit
Response from Host , Apr 2022
Hi Tom, you wrote this on the way to Moonlit that takes one hour. Two years of lockdowns and we are finally able to work and show our beautiful state to tourist from Australia and around the world. You may not know how bad it is for us as a business to receive a two star review. To make it worse the negative review is based on the guide talking more than you wish he did. Maybe an Uber would have been a better option for you. The disappointment I feel right now in your attitude is hard to express, have a good day.
Penguin-riffic!
Bree_S
, Apr 2022
Tour Guide named Fred!!
Jeannie_L
, Mar 2022
Most Unique Experience
Bhupinder_K
, Mar 2022
This really is a great experience. We got picked up in a fully air conditioned minibus at the time advertised buy our tour guide Sebastian who was very knowledgeable and caring and looked after our needs throughout the journey. We also went various places en-route to the Penguin Parade and had delicious dinner at the town. Penguin parade was just magical and experience of a lifetime. We will definitely come back.
1 traveler found this review helpful
Remarkable experience
Rocio_R
, Dec 2021
The island has stunning views and the penguin show is an extraordinary experience as they are in freedom. The visit to Moonlight sanctuary was brief but worth it, I could see all the australian fauna.
Great experience
Eva_M
, Apr 2021
Great experience. Penguin Puls was a wonderful option. Had excellent views.
Moreover, our guid Fred was the highlight of the trip :)
1 traveler found this review helpful
Penguins plus
Bart J
, Nov 2019
George was a great tour guide! Nice tour!
JOANALBERT_P
, Oct 2019
Awesome trip
Nick_C
, May 2019
Frank was our tour guide, we had a private trip for just us two. Excellent information and a great guide. I would highly recommend this tour!
Nothing was wrong with the locations...
David K
, Apr 2016
Nothing was wrong with the locations we went to. They were wonderful. The driver was the problem. He was very nice and personable, but he drove like a crazy person. He almost got into a few accidents, got honked at 3 times and drove way too fast. At one point, someone in the van told him to slow down. He would also check his cell phone while driving which is illegal where I'm from. My entire family was nervous with him behind the wheel.
Tour molto ben organizzato con tempi...
STEFANIA T
, Apr 2017
La experiencia fue positiva.La Guía...
claudia l
, Dec 2013
La experiencia fue positiva.La Guía asignada,una persona muy agradable con la ual dio gusto compartir el viaje.Esta excurción es para los amantes de la naturaleza.Hay que llevar abrigo y algo impermeable ya que Melbourne dicen que es una ciudad donde las 4 estaciones se dan en un día
1 traveler found this review helpful
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