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Viator · Private tour

Private custom Penguin Tour with Premium Penguin Tickets

5.0(19)Melbourne1 hour
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(17)

Description

See the Penguins on Phillip Island and Visit breathtaking beaches,Cape Woolamai & The Nobbies, see wildlife at dusk, , explore the island and seaside. We work with you to customize your day to ensure your visit to Phillip Island is memorable. Tour includes: • Local Melbourne Tour Guide • Luxury vehicle • Complimentary bottled water • Custom and private tour for up to 6 passengers with Penguins Plus Premium Viewing Tickets included • See the famous Penguin Parade as the penguins waddle in off the beach!

Tour Options

Private custom Penguin Tour with Premium Penguin Tickets
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included60 min

watch the famous Blue Penguins at the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island

60 min

Our guide will meet you and travel with you to Phillip Island to view the Little Blue Penguins return at dusk at the famous penguin Parade.

Admission included45 min

See the stunning vistas and scenery along the peninsula

Highlights

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Local guide & Premium Penguins Plus Viewing Tickets to the Penguin Parade at sunset Parade.
Transport by private vehicle

What's included

Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Local guide & Premium Penguins Plus Viewing Tickets to the Penguin Parade at sunset Parade.
Transport by private vehicle
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Lunch

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up from all of Melbourne

Traveller Ratings

5.0
19 reviews
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Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Reviews(19)

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summerm381
March 12, 2026
Koala sanctuary and penguins

Best time and excursions I’ve ever had !

Operator response

Lovely to hear ! Thank you for the review Regards Mark& The Team

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Sherrie_B
November 9, 2025
Highlight of our Melbourne stay!

I hesitated because of the cost of this tour but it was 100% worth it!! Mark picked us up on time and his van was very nice and comfortable. Mark is a very good driver and that was much appreciated by me. We stopped at several viewpoints along the way and Mark was very knowledgeable and thoughtful. We never felt rushed and he was happy to take pictures for us. When we arrived at the beach to view the penguins Mark has secured excellent seats for us. To our surprise he had blankets and seat cushions for us so we were really comfortable and warm. The penguin experience was truly the highlight of our Melbourne trip and Mark made it even more so! Thank you Mark!!

Operator response

Thanks Sherrie. So glad that your family loved the penguins and the tour to Phillip Island. The weather was also great last Friday Safe Travels around Australia!

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Scenic522193
September 24, 2025
Penguins Paradise

We had a great tour to Phillip’s Island with Clare to see the little penguins. Clare is a true local & knew the best places to see the penguins

Operator response

Thank you for the 5 Star Review of Clare. We appreciate our guests taking time out to review us. Thanks again

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893marikal
January 26, 2025
Penguin Paradise

We had an amazing adventure with Clare! She was knowledgeable, attentive and fun. And of course the penguins were adorable! Highly recommend!

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. Clare is passionate about Melbourne and Australia, and being born and raised in Melbourne, knows it so well and is a great & knowledgable tour guide. Mark & Clare & The Team Mark's Melbourne Private Tours.

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Y6202VAjanetl
August 12, 2024
Terrific guide and adorable penguins & koalas! What more could you ask for?

We had an incredible trip to Phillip Island and the wonderful Penguin Parade with Mark! He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and really gave us a good feeling for the area and its history. And he had lots of tips about great places to see! Just a terrific day!

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you for the great review. The Penguins are a wonder ! Hope the film festival was fun too! Safe Travels Mark & The Team

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michaelandrobink
July 8, 2024
Highlight of our vacation

We booked Mark for a private Penguin Parade/Moonlit Sanctuary tour and a private walking tour of Melbourne. Both tours were amazing! We loved learning about Melbourne and all the animals we visited. Mark’s guided walking tour of Melbourne was very informative and gave us the confidence to explore Melbourne on our own on our final day in the area. We highly recommend touring with Mark. You will come away with so much insight on the area and learn many things along the way. The kids thoroughly enjoyed both tours as did their parents. Definitely a highlight of our visit to Australia.

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

It was a pleasure to tour with your family around Melbourne on the walking Tour & explore the alleys and lanes. The tour to the penguins is always so popular with our U.S guests ! Thank you again for taking the time to write a great review. We do so appreciate it.

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markfV9763TX
November 16, 2023
Mark’s Penguin tour is the best!!

My wife and I had a lovely day with Mark. Our tour started by touring some of Melbourne’s historic neighborhoods. One stop included stopping to see the beautiful beach huts on Brighton Beach. Mark being a native of Melbourne, gives a wonderful perspective of the history of Melbourne. We went to Moonlit Sanctuary to see the the Koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, wombats etc….. off to several beach scenic overlooks on our way to Phillips Island to see the Penguins!! Prior to the evening penguin arrival Mark recommended a nice Italian restaurant. The night with the penguins should be included on everyone’s bucket list. To see thousands of adorable little blue penguins arrive on quest at sundown and march past you to their burrows is a reminder on how wonderful nature is!!! Everyone of all ages were in awe of these little off balanced adorable penguins!! Final thoughts, Mark is the best!!! His energy and enthusiasm is off the charts! He opens doors, he gets ahead to secure your passes through entry gates. He knows where the best locations are for photo opportunities. He also takes photos of you if needed. Bottom line, we would use Mark’s services again in a heartbeat!! He is the best!!! Mark F. From Florida

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you for the review. Guests are always in awe of the penguins returning from the ocean and waddling back to their burrows. Glad you enjoyed the tour so much.

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Rushdia_Y
September 18, 2023
Great!

I absolutely loved the penguin parade and the koala sanctuary. It would have been great to add the seal viewing to this but I dont know if that is feasible. Lovely guide - would recommend highly.

Operator response

Thank you for the review and yes the koalas were so close. It was a wonderful sight. We Appreciate when our guests take the time to make a review. Thank you again

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francesca2
July 14, 2023
Phillip Island

Firstly, Mark picked us up on time, and it was a comfortable vehicle, he was informative and knew a lot about the areas that we were visiting, we learned a lot from his tour, and when we returned to our hotel, he gave our family Australian treats. Overall, it was a great tour and we enjoyed very much. Highly recommended.

Operator response

Thank you for the review. Great that you all enjoyed the tour & the penguins & the unexpected stop at the Rip Curl store, All the best Mark & The Team

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Aussieheart123
March 16, 2023
Fantastic Tour

Mark took us to popular spots and others off the beaten path on Phillips Island. He listened to what we wanted to do and suggested places we enjoyed. Mark is knowledgeable, friendly, and very customer service oriented. We learned a great deal about Melbourne and pertinent information relating to the tour we took. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip with Mark as our guide and would highly recommend him.

2 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you Mary & John Enjoyed our day together & amazing you did piano lessons with Prince in Minneapolis when you were 16!!!!!’

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