Phillip Island Penguin Parade dagtocht met Koalas vanuit Melbourne
Beschrijving
Begin je middag zo goed mogelijk met een bezoek aan het Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve, waar verhoogde promenades door inheemse bushland slingeren waardoor je de kans hebt om koala's te spotten die in de boomtoppen rusten. Ontdek vanaf hier de natuurlijke schoonheid van Phillip Island terwijl u geniet van ruige kustlijnen, ongerepte stranden en een prachtig uitzicht op de oceaan. Bezoek The Nobbies, waar een dramatisch landschap op een klif samenkomt met botsende golven, en kijk uit naar pinguïnholen en Australische pelsrobben offshore. Als zonsondergang nadert, bereid je dan voor op schattigheid overload op de wereldberoemde Penguin Parade. In deze onvergetelijke wildlife-ervaring leven meer dan 32.000 kleine pinguïns. Honderden – soms duizenden – van de kleinste pinguïns ter wereld komen uit de branding en waggelen over het strand naar hun holen. Bekijk dit spektakel op Summerland Beach en verken het interactieve bezoekerscentrum om meer te weten te komen over het behoud van pinguïns voordat je terugkeert naar Melbourne met herinneringen die een leven lang meegaan.
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Maak je klaar - ons avontuur begint snel! De bus is onderweg, dus pak je spullen, voel de spanning en laten we gaan!
Ons wildlife avontuur begint bij het Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve, de perfecte eerste stop voor dierenliefhebbers. Hier heb je de kans om te wandelen over pittoreske promenadepaden die weven door weelderige natuurlijke bossen. Houd tijdens het verkennen je ogen open voor koala's genesteld in de bomen - deze iconische buideldieren zijn een must-see!
Seizoensgebonden zomerstop bij Cape Woolamai Surf Beach, waar extra daglicht de tijd geeft om deze dramatische vulkanische kustlijn te verkennen. Geniet van een verfrissende strandwandeling, adem de oceaanlucht in en geniet in de verte van een weids uitzicht richting Pyramid Rock.
Deze meeslepende ervaring stelt je niet alleen in staat om contact te maken met deze schattige dieren, maar ondersteunt ook de lokale economieën. U kunt eten en drinken kopen in Cowes of bij de Penguin Parade, omdat maaltijden niet worden verstrekt tijdens de tour.
Phillip Island staat bekend om zijn prachtige natuurlijke schoonheid, met ruige kliffen, ongerepte stranden en diverse ecosystemen. Onze reis brengt ons naar de Nobbies, gelegen aan het westelijke uiteinde van het eiland. Hier kunt u de majestueuze rotsachtige kustlijn en het dramatische uitzicht op zee bewonderen, terwijl u leert over de unieke flora en fauna die dit gebied bewonen.
Wees getuige van het magische moment waarop 's werelds kleinste pinguïns, bekend als Little Penguins, uit de golven tevoorschijn komen om aan land te waggelen. Deze betoverende scène, gevuld met de zachte geluiden van de natuur en de aanblik van deze schattige wezens, zal zeker een blijvende impressie achterlaten. Deze kleine pinguïns hun weg naar huis zien vinden na een dag op zee is een hartverwarmende ervaring die u niet snel zult vergeten
Terwijl we terugrollen naar je opstapplaats, leun je achterover, ontspan je en herbeleef je de magie van de dag – vol epische bezienswaardigheden, lachen en onvergetelijke momenten. Wat een avontuur!
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- Geschikt voor alle condities
- Kindertarief prijzen gelden voor baby's en kinderen van 0 tot 12 jaar oud. Kinderen van 0 tot 17 jaar moeten te allen tijde worden begeleid door een volwassene of wettelijke voogd.
- Hoewel we ernaar streven om onze tours volgens plan uit te voeren, kunnen er gelegenheden zijn waarbij regen of slecht weer onze route beïnvloedt.
- Deze tour is niet geschikt voor reizigers met een mobiliteitsbeperking, inclusief rolstoelgebruikers, rollators, kinderwagens of kinderwagens. Als u extra ondersteuning nodig heeft, geef dit dan aan tijdens het boeken.
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This was such a fun experience. The penguins were so cute and our tour guide Craig was the best, and so knowledgable. He was able to answer all of my questions. I enjoyed the bus ride, we spotted kangaroos, wallaby’s, Phalangeridae, camels, and so many birds, not to mention the koala, and penguins. We saw great views, surfers and got tons of memorable photos. Highly recommend this tour! The bus had wifi and usb charger ports under the seat, and we were able to eat and snack during the ride which was a bonus!
Thank you so much for sharing your fun-filled experience! We're thrilled to hear you loved the penguins, enjoyed the wildlife sightings, and appreciated Craig’s knowledge and friendliness. It’s fantastic that you captured so many memorable photos and enjoyed the great views, surfers, and snacks on the bus. We truly appreciate your high recommendation and are delighted that the amenities like WiFi and USB chargers added to your comfort. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more adventures soon!
Was a perfect sunny, warm weather day to enjoy the trip which was made all that much better by all of the great cultural insights and trip tips given by our fantastic guide Fiona. She’s probably presented all the information a million times before but still was able to do it all again with the enthusiasm and spirit of sharing it as if it was the first time which it was for everyone onboard…much better than someone sounding robotic and just going through the motions. Fiona also did a great job of organizing everyone to stay on time so all of the itinerary stops were fitted in with a comfortable relaxed manner. At the end of the trip we were left with many memories of the koalas, penguins, wallabies, puggle, and fantastic landscape and water views experienced. And most importantly, Fiona got us all home safe and sound and left us all with a very relaxed, trouble free experience.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're delighted to hear that the perfect sunny and warm weather complemented your trip. It’s fantastic to know that Fiona’s cultural insights and trip tips made the journey even more special. Her enthusiasm and genuine spirit of sharing truly stand out, and it’s great to hear that it resonated with everyone onboard - making the experience lively and memorable rather than robotic. Fiona’s organization and ability to keep everyone on schedule in a relaxed manner seem to have contributed greatly to the smooth flow of the trip. It’s wonderful that you left with lasting memories of koalas, penguins, wallabies, puggles, and stunning landscapes and water views. Most importantly, we’re glad Fiona ensured everyone’s safety and provided a trouble-free, relaxed experience. Thank you for your kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures!
We enjoyed the bus trip, but unfortunately was very disappointed with the Penguin viewing. Lucky to see 20
Thank you for joining our Phillip Island tour! We’re glad you enjoyed the journey, though we understand it can be disappointing when fewer penguins appear. Nature can be unpredictable, but we’re happy you still had the chance to see them. We hope your next visit brings even more penguin magic!
Our guide Fiona was very organised, professional, friendly and full of knowledge. Thank you Fiona for making this trip exceptional, you are a great guide. We started boarded the bus by the Immigration Museum which is so easy to find. It is quite a drive to Phillip Island but well worth it. The coach was comfortable and had free wfi. Fiona explained things on the way (unless we were on the motorway then she couldn't speak). We spent 1 hr at the Koala Conservation area. Plenty of Koalas Wallabies to see. We made a stop at Cape Woolamai Beach, gorgeous, spectactular views. Stopped off at Cowes for 1 hr for lunch, plenty of cafe's, restaurants. The Nobbies Centre is really good. Walking on the boardwalks to see the little penguins under them. Different viewing decks. After that we set off to get in position for the penguin parade. The best viewing areas are sitting on the beach. You can only use cameras until it gets dark then no cameras are allowed but you always have those who don't listen! Taking advice from Fiona, after seeing a few penguins coming up the beach head off back towards the exit, stay left on the boardwalk and you will get a great, close up view of the penguins waddling up to their burrows. It gets really busy in that area. Fantastic day out, thank you Fiona for being so organised and sharing your knowledge with us.
Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed and wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear Fiona made your trip exceptional with her organization, professionalism, friendliness, and knowledge. It’s great to know you enjoyed the highlights like the Koala Conservation area, Cape Woolamai Beach, the Nobbies Centre, and the penguin parade. We’ll be sure to pass along your appreciation to Fiona. Thank you for choosing us for your adventure-we look forward to hosting you again soon!
We really enjoyed the trip. The driver was very nice and told a lot during the trip. The trip was well organized.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the trip and appreciated the friendly and informative service provided by our driver. We pride ourselves on offering well-organized experiences, and it's rewarding to know we met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon!
Please make note that Wildlife Tours Australia and Autopia are the same company when meeting to get on the bus. I was waiting there for about 20 minutes while everyone was getting on their tour buses and I asked 2 other operators if the Wildlife Tours bus was coming and they said it should be and to just wait there. Another family also booked the same tour/company and was waiting. It wasn’t until the tour guide for Autopia started naming off our names and told us to get on those buses. Unfortunately that meant I was the last one on the bus in the back row and I get motion sickness. Sadly no one would trade with me though. Thankfully I brought snacks and water, motion sickness patches and Dramamine. I would advise the company to be more clearer for the meet up! Since I was one of the first people waiting, I could have not been in the back of the bus. This tour was great and Phillips Island was beautiful. There weren’t too many penguins sadly. I think I would have preferred a small group of 10 rather than 39 people on one big bus. We couldn’t even hear the tour guide in the back of the bus either.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad you enjoyed beautiful Phillip Island despite the challenges. We appreciate your feedback on clearer meet-up details and group size, and will use it to improve. We hope to welcome you again for more memorable adventures!
I wasted my 12 hours for this tour! Such a long drive and saw only less than 10 Penguins. We waited too long on the Grand stand and it wasn’t even a parade of Penguins….so frustrating. One good thing, we had a very knowledgeable Tour Guide. The Italian restaurant was really good plus the Aldi nearby for some snacks.
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We sincerely apologize that your experience did not meet your expectations and that the long drive and penguin sightings were disappointing. We understand how frustrating it can be to wait for something that doesn’t quite happen as hoped, especially after such a lengthy journey. We're glad to hear that you appreciated our knowledgeable tour guide and enjoyed the Italian restaurant and nearby shopping for snacks. Your feedback is valuable, and we’ll use it to improve our tours and ensure a more fulfilling experience for all our guests. Thank you again for your honest review, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide a better experience in the future.
Weather can be unpredictable! Be prepared with layers. The parade of penguins was less than spectacular. Since this was an end of summer event we had to wait until it was dark to watch the penguins appear. Many hundreds of people, maybe a few hundred penguins scattered along the beach. Koala sightings was were earlier in the trip. Weather rainy & cold, tour company can’t control that, we saw several Koalas. Dinner stop was in town of Cowes. Not too many choices since the town appears to close by 6:pm. Our tour guide was nice however her microphone wasn’t working properly & often what she was saying was hard to understand what she was saying. Still giving it four stars because it was an interesting adventure!
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We're glad you found the adventure interesting and appreciate your understanding of the weather conditions and their impact on the penguin parade. It's great to hear you managed to see some koalas earlier in the trip, despite the rainy and cold weather. We apologize for the microphone issue with your guide and will pass this along to improve future tours. Your insights help us enhance the experience for all guests. We appreciate your four-star review and hope to provide even better experiences on your next adventure!
A great day out from Melbourne. Late return, to work with the timing to see the penguins after sun set.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad you had a great day trip from Melbourne. It sounds like the late return worked perfectly for you to enjoy the penguins after sunset. We hope the timing added to the magic of the experience. If you have any more feedback or need assistance planning your next adventure, feel free to reach out. Safe travels and enjoy your future trips!
We had a great trip with a lovely and very informative guide. She definitely seemed local. The little hick-ups we had on the trip, which means we can't give 5 stars, definitely due to the pickup. We were there 1⁄2 hour before departure, and there arrived 2 buses with large green letters Atopia. We asked if we were going with them, but we were referred to wait. There were no other suppliers so we asked 3 times, but was rejected. When departure time had passed, we were contacted by Wildlife Tours, who wanted to know if we were about to arrive. We said the bus had not arrived yet, but it turned out to be one of those buses from Atopia that had rejected us several times. It also meant that we got the worst seats in the entire bus, despite the fact that we had been there for a long time. It would be a good idea if Wildlife tours were on the bus. The other thing was that there was too short time set off for the spec.pingvines and dinner. Good idea to start earlier and switch on some of the different stops.
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We're delighted to hear you had a fantastic trip and appreciated your guide's knowledge and local insight. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the pick-up situation. Your comments about the bus arrival, seating, and communication are very valuable, and we'll work on improving coordination with our partners to ensure a smoother experience for future guests. Regarding the timing for the penguins and dinner, we appreciate your suggestions to start earlier and adjust stops. Your input helps us enhance our itineraries to provide a more enjoyable and balanced experience. Thank you again for your constructive feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better on your next adventure!
