Phillip Island Wildlife Tour
One of Australia’s great wildlife days — koalas in the treetops, fur seals at the Nobbies, whales offshore in season, and the dusk Penguin Parade to finish.
Phillip Island Wildlife Tour
Phillip Island is one of Australia’s great wildlife days out, and this guided tour ties it together — wild koalas in the treetops, fur seals at the Nobbies (with an optional Seal Rocks cruise), the chance of whales offshore in season, and the dusk Penguin Parade to finish. We handle the driving, timing and bookings so you can focus on the animals. Family-run since 1974, tailored to your group and quoted per enquiry.
What to Expect
Wild Koalas
Close, wild koala sightings from the reserve’s elevated boardwalks.
Seals at the Nobbies
Clifftop views over Seal Rocks, with an optional cruise to the colony from Cowes.
Whales & Shearwaters
Whales offshore in winter–spring and shearwater fly-ins in the warmer months (both seasonal).
The Penguin Parade
The wildlife day’s natural finale at Summerland Beach.
Good to Know
- Add a seasonal Seal Rocks cruise for a close fur-seal encounter (weather-dependent)
- Whale sightings are seasonal (roughly May–Oct) and not guaranteed
- Bring binoculars for offshore wildlife, and warm layers for dusk
- We pace the day to suit families and keep a respectful distance from wildlife
- See what’s about when you visit — our wildlife calendar
Tell us your date and interests. Call 0409 661 342 or enquire online.
Wildlife Tour — FAQ
What does a Phillip Island wildlife tour include?
A guided day focused on the island’s wildlife — wild koalas, the fur seals at the Nobbies & Seal Rocks, and the dusk Penguin Parade — with an optional Seal Rocks cruise. Tailored and quoted per enquiry — get in touch.
Can we get close to the fur seals?
Yes — we can include a seasonal Seal Rocks wildlife cruise from Cowes to see Australia’s largest fur-seal colony up close (weather-dependent, operator-run). Otherwise the Nobbies boardwalks give distant views — bring binoculars.
Can you see whales on the tour?
In winter and spring (roughly May–October) whales sometimes pass offshore — sightings vary and aren’t guaranteed. See our wildlife calendar.
Is the wildlife tour good for families?
Very — koalas, seals and penguins in one day are a hit with children. We pace the day to suit your group.
Does it include the Penguin Parade?
Yes — the dusk Penguin Parade is the natural finale, with the timing and booking handled.
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