Phillip Island Penguin Parade et visite de la faune au départ de Melbourne
Description
Découvrez l'une des expériences les plus emblématiques de la faune australienne lors d'un voyage d'une journée entre Melbourne et Phillip Island avec Explore Australia Tours. Voyagez en tout confort lors de notre visite en petit groupe à bord de notre bus violet, guidé par un Expert local passionné. Visitez Moonlit Sanctuary pour voir des koalas, des kangourous et plus encore dans un cadre naturel de brousse. Admirez la vue sur la côte au cap Woolamai (en été seulement) et profitez d'un arrêt décontracté à Cowes. Promenez-vous sur la promenade des Nobbies pour une vue imprenable sur l'océan et observer la faune avant le moment fort de la journée. Au coucher du soleil, regardez des centaines de petits pingouins se dandiner à terre lors de la célèbre parade des pingouins. Avec tous les billets d'entrée inclus, un son multilingue via notre application gratuite et un focus éco-accrédité, c'est une façon transparente et inoubliable de découvrir la faune et la beauté côtière de Victoria. C'est une occasion unique de découvrir la nature et la faune!
Options de l'excursion
Itinéraire
Visitez Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, où vous rencontrerez la faune australienne emblématique, y compris les koalas, les kangourous, les wallabies, les reptiles et le diable de Tasmanie insaisissable. Située dans une brousse naturelle, cette expérience immersive vous permet de vous rapprocher des animaux indigènes tout en vous renseignant sur les efforts vitaux de conservation. Vous aurez peut-être aussi l'occasion de rencontrer de près un koala ou un wallaby (en supplément).
Sentez le sable sous vos pieds avec une promenade panoramique le long de la plage du cap Woolamai, l'un des endroits côtiers les plus spectaculaires de Phillip Island. Connue comme une plage de surf de classe mondiale, regardez les surfeurs qualifiés surfer sur de puissantes vagues tout en admirant une vue imprenable sur l'océan et des paysages côtiers spectaculaires. (Si le temps le permet)
Imprégnez-vous du charme balnéaire décontracté de Cowes, le township principal de Phillip Island, avec le temps de flâner le long de l'estran pittoresque, de Cowes Pier et de The Esplanade. Ce centre côtier animé est rempli de cafés, de restaurants, de boutiques et d'une microbrasserie locale, offrant l'endroit idéal pour se détendre et profiter de l'ambiance des vacances. La nourriture et les boissons peuvent être achetées à vos frais. (Si le temps le permet)
Visitez l'emblématique Nobbies sur Phillip Island, où vous pourrez explorer des promenades panoramiques au sommet de falaises surplombant la côte accidentée du détroit de Bass. Admirez une vue panoramique à couper le souffle sur Seal Rocks, qui abrite l'une des plus grandes colonies d'otaries à fourrure d'Australie, tout en observant les oiseaux marins et la faune indigène en chemin. Promenez-vous sur les promenades surélevées et, si les conditions le permettent, assistez à l'impressionnant trou d'air en action. Un point fort incontournable mettant en valeur la beauté brute de Phillip Island.
Assistez à la célèbre parade des pingouins sur Phillip Island, qui abrite la plus grande colonie de petits pingouins. Depuis la plate-forme d'observation générale et les promenades, regardez des centaines de pingouins sortir de l'océan au coucher du soleil et se dandiner sur la plage jusqu'à leurs terriers. À la tombée de la nuit, suivez leur voyage le long des promenades éclairées en rentrant chez vous, offrant d'incroyables possibilités d'observation rapprochée. Cette expérience inoubliable de la faune est à la fois chaleureuse et unique, vous donnant une chance rare d'observer ces adorables oiseaux marins dans leur habitat naturel. Un véritable must-do lorsque vous visitez Victoria et l'une des rencontres les plus emblématiques de la faune australienne.
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Lieux et horaires de prise en charge
Nous proposons 4 lieux de prise en charge depuis Melbourne CDB répertoriés ci-dessus. Votre prise en charge dépend de la période de l'année à laquelle vous avez réservé. Vos heures exactes de rendez-vous sont indiquées ci-dessous et notre équipe vous les confirmera une fois la réservation effectuée. 12h30 (octobre-mars, heure d'été) La visite de la parade des pingouins et de la faune commence à notre lieu de prise en charge principal, Mail Exchange Hotel - 688 Bourke Street, à 12h30. Vous trouverez ci-dessous les heures de prise en charge depuis nos autres sites : * 11h45 Mercure Melbourne Southbank - 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank * 12h05 Regent Theatre - 191 Collins St * 12h15 Théâtre de Sa Majesté - 219 Exhibition St 10h00 (d'avril à septembre, hors heure d'été) La visite de la parade des pingouins et de la faune commence à notre lieu de prise en charge principal, Mail Exchange Hotel - 688 Bourke Street, à 10 heures. Vous trouverez ci-dessous les heures de prise en charge depuis nos autres sites : * 9h20 Mercure Melbourne Southbank - 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank * 9h35Regent Theatre - 191 Collins St * 9h45 Théâtre de Sa Majesté - 219 Exhibition St Comme l'heure à laquelle les pingouins arrivent sur la plage change considérablement au cours de l'année, notre heure de retour à Melbourne varie également considérablement de 21h00 à minuit.
Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Animaux d'assistance acceptés
- Transports en commun disponibles à proximité
- Sièges enfants avec besoins spéciaux disponibles
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
Avis(160)
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Explore Australia, and a huge part of that was our guide, Stuart. From the moment the tour began, Stuart was friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about sharing Australia with his guests. He took us to Moonlit Sanctuary, the Nobbies, the Penguin Parade, and several other beautiful locations throughout the day. At every stop, he made sure everyone was comfortable and never rushed us. He was always there when we returned, ready with more fascinating information and stories. What really set Stuart apart was his ability to bring Australia to life. He taught us about Australian culture, wildlife, history, and local customs, while also pointing out countless things we would have completely missed on our own. His enthusiasm was contagious, and he was consistently kind, gracious, and engaging throughout the entire tour. We have taken many guided tours over the years, and Stuart ranks among the very best guides we have ever had. The tour itself was fantastic, but Stuart's professionalism, warmth, and knowledge made it truly memorable. We loved every part of the experience and would happily do this tour again. Highly recommended!
Thanks Mike - what a great review. Stuart is an awesome guide, so happy to hear you got to experience his knowlefge and hospitality. I will definately be passing this review onto Stuart. Glad you enjoyed Moonlit Sanctuary and the Penguins as well. Really appreciate you recommending Explore Australia Tours. Thanks Explore Australia Tours Team
Must Visit Experience. Do try it out. Mark was great at his work. An All-In-one person who handled everything well.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback 🌟🐧 We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour 😊 Mark will be so happy to hear your kind words and that he helped make the day run smoothly. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon 💜
This was my second daytrip booking with them. Highly recommended tour agent. Absolutely amazing penguins and wildlife tour. Antony was our tour guide for Moonlit sanctuary experience. He is very professional , polite and cheerful.Very small group and comfortable bus. He explained to us clearly and gave us tips along the way. Me and my kids thoroughly enjoyed feeding the wallabies and ducks and Kengaroos. Very close encounters. Loved it. Saw cute koals. After half day we were combined with another group for Penguin island. Gina was our guide. She is very professional, explained about the wildlife , when to spot. Dos and donts. Stopped at places to get stunning philip island coastal views. Only small vehicles can reach these places. Always ask the guide what is the best place to sit for penguin viewing. Try not to miss the penguins coming out of the ocean. Amazing amazing experience. The little blue penguins are adorable. Prepare for cold winds as you will be seeing penguins after sunset. Walk around after a while to see penguins returning to their homes and interaction with each other. Absolutely loved the trip
Thanks for the awesome review. Looks like you got 2 of our great guides on this tour. I will pass on your comments to them for sure. We also love the helpful tips you shared. Thanks again for taking the time to leave such thoughtful feedback, and we hope to see you again on another adventure soon! The Explore Australia Tour Team
Had a great time on this tour. Stuart was very knowledgeable. Plenty of time at Moonlit Sanctuary and Penguin Parade station never felt rushed. Thoroughly recommend.
Hi Robin, Thanks for the 5 star review. I will pass this onto Stuart. So glad you enjoyed Moonlit and the Penguin Parade without feeling rushed. Great to hear you will be recommending our Penguins and Puffing Billy Tour!! Thanks Explore Australia Tours Team.
An unforgettable wildlife experience and one of the best introductions to Australia we could have asked for. Moonlit Sanctuary gave us the opportunity to see and interact with Australian wildlife up close, while the Penguin Parade felt genuinely magical once the little penguins began returning ashore at sunset. The entire tour was very organized and balanced wildlife experiences with scenic stops throughout the day. Definitely one of the highlights of the trip. Michael was a wonderful tour guide and driver as well.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback 🌟🐧 We are thrilled to hear the Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour was such a memorable introduction to Australia 😊 It is fantastic that you enjoyed the close wildlife encounters at Moonlit Sanctuary and the magical experience of watching the little penguins return ashore at sunset 💜 Michael will be so happy to hear your kind words about his guiding and care throughout the day. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
Great experience viewing wildlife at the animal sanctuary and the penguin march is one of the best things I have ever seen. As you walk out to the ocean keep an eye on the holes and caves because that is where the penguins are headed. One thing I would recommend is that you carry masks because both tours I have taken people are obviously ill and cough profusely. My family got sick after the tours. I think the tour operators should require the people that are continuously coughing to wear a mask or prevent them from going on the tour.
Thanks so much, Michael. We are really glad to hear you enjoyed the wildlife sanctuary and the penguin march on the Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour. It is such a special experience watching them come in from the ocean. We are very sorry to hear about your concerns regarding other guests being unwell during the tours. That is not the experience we aim to provide, and we appreciate you raising it. Your feedback is important and will be passed on to our team for review. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you and your family again for a smoother experience in the future.
The sanctuary was nice but obviously the real highlight was seeing the penguins! They were soo adorable! I also really loved the Nobbies- when you get there walk to the left side (the path splits)- very magical place :)
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you had a beautiful day on the Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour and that the penguins were the highlight for you. It’s wonderful to hear you also enjoyed the Nobbies, it really is a magical spot. We appreciate your helpful tip for future guests and hope to see you on another tour soon!
We saw some incredible sights among the nobbies, the penguins and the ocean pyramids. But, there was a lot of lost time waiting for the bus to pick up at different locations. The seating on the bus was too tight. No leg room, especially when you are spending several hours on the bus. The driver was very nice, but less joking and more facts would have improved the tour.
Thank you for your honest and detailed feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed the incredible sights at the Nobbies, the Penguins and Pyramid Rock, they really are unforgettable highlights of the day. We truly appreciate your comments regarding the bus comfort, timing and tour commentary. Guest comfort is very important to us, especially on a full day tour, and your feedback will be shared with our team as we continually work to improve the experience. We are glad to hear the driver was welcoming, and we hope to provide an even better experience for you next time.
I took this tour on a weekday, which turned out not to be the best choice. One of the towns we stopped in had all their cute souvenir and boutique shops closed which left only restaurants open, so we ended up with about an hour there and very little to do. We also visited Moonlit Sanctuary, which was a huge letdown. The sanctuary looked run down and not very well maintained, and the overall atmosphere was quite depressing. We spent around an hour and a half there, which felt far too long for what there was to see. The rest of the tour included a few quick stops at beaches and coastal viewpoints, but nothing that really made up for the earlier parts of the day. I would have been better off renting a car and exploring on my own, especially just to see the penguins. NOT WORTH IT!
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the weekday timing and visit to Moonlit Sanctuary did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments about the shops and sightseeing stops, as this helps us look for ways to improve the experience for future guests. We are glad you were still able to see the penguins and hope you will give us another chance in the future.
We had the most incredible experience!! I couldn’t recommend it enough!! Our tour guide Peter was so great!!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We are so glad you had an incredible experience on the Penguins and Wildlife Nature Tour. Peter will be thrilled to hear your kind words about his guidance. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another memorable adventure soon!
