Day Tour from Melbourne
The best of Phillip Island in one well-paced day from the city — koalas, the Nobbies or Churchill Island, and the dusk Penguin Parade, with the driving handled.
Phillip Island Day Tour from Melbourne
See the best of Phillip Island in a single, well-paced day from Melbourne — wild koalas, the clifftop Nobbies or the Churchill Island farm, and the unmissable dusk Penguin Parade to finish. We handle the ~1.5–2 hour drive each way, the timing and the bookings, so you simply enjoy the island. Family-run since 1974, tailored to your group and quoted per enquiry.
What to Expect
Koalas & Wildlife
Wild koalas in the reserve’s treetops, plus wallabies and birds.
The Nobbies or Churchill Island
Clifftop boardwalks over the fur-seal colony, or the heritage farm — your pick.
The Penguin Parade
The day’s finale — little penguins ashore at Summerland Beach.
Driving & Timing
Pick-up in Melbourne, the drive both ways and the dusk timing all taken care of.
Good to Know
- It’s a full day — often back in Melbourne by ~10:30–11 pm in summer
- We tailor the daytime stops to your interests
- No photography at the Penguin Parade — your guide explains
- Dress in warm layers for the dusk parade
- Want more time? Consider an overnight tour
Tell us your date and group. Call 0409 661 342 or enquire online.
Day Tour — FAQ
What does a Phillip Island day tour from Melbourne include?
A full day taking in the island’s highlights — typically wild koalas, the Nobbies or Churchill Island, and the dusk Penguin Parade — with pick-up, driving and bookings handled. Tailored and quoted per enquiry — get in touch.
How long is the day tour?
It’s a full day — because the Penguin Parade is at dusk, the trip often returns to Melbourne around 10:30–11 pm in summer (earlier in winter). We’ll confirm timing for your date.
How far is Phillip Island from Melbourne?
About 140 km / 1.5–2 hours each way. On a guided tour you relax while we drive. See getting there.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Yes — we tailor the day to your interests, whether that’s more wildlife, the heritage farm, beaches or a relaxed pace. Tell us what you’d like.
Is a day trip enough, or should we stay over?
A day trip covers the highlights well; an overnight is more relaxed and sees more. We’ll advise what suits your group.
Phillip Island, Planned Around You
The Penguin Parade, koalas, fur seals and wild surf coast — with the driving, timing and bookings handled by the family that’s toured Australia since 1974.
Call 0409 661 342 Plan My Trip — Free Enquiry