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Visitors watching penguin parade on deck at Phillip Island, Australia.
group of penguins at Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Park
Koalas resting on eucalyptus tree branches in an Australian wildlife sanctuary.
Owl ( Bird of Prey ) sitting on a helper's hand at Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Park
people walking on the deck for penguin parade
Penguin Parade during sunset
Penguins walking along the beach at sunset, Phillip Island, Australia.
Visitors watching penguin parade on deck at Phillip Island, Australia.
group of penguins at Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Park
Koalas resting on eucalyptus tree branches in an Australian wildlife sanctuary.
Owl ( Bird of Prey ) sitting on a helper's hand at Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Park
people walking on the deck for penguin parade
Penguin Parade during sunset
Penguins walking along the beach at sunset, Phillip Island, Australia.
Visitors watching penguin parade on deck at Phillip Island, Australia.
group of penguins at Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Park
Koalas resting on eucalyptus tree branches in an Australian wildlife sanctuary.
Owl ( Bird of Prey ) sitting on a helper's hand at Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Park
people walking on the deck for penguin parade
Penguin Parade during sunset
Penguins walking along the beach at sunset, Phillip Island, Australia.
Guided Tours

From Melbourne: Healesville Sanctuary & Phillip Island Tour with Penguin Parade

from
AU$177
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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12 hr
Transfers included
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START POINT

Melbourne CBD

Get direction

Begin your day in Melbourne, a city that’s always buzzing and the perfect launchpad for wildlife adventures and coastal escapes. Arrive a few minutes early to secure your favorite seat for the scenic drive out of town.

75 minutes

1

Healesville Sanctuary

120 min

Tickets included

Wander at your own pace through this world-renowned wildlife haven, home to koalas, kangaroos, platypus, and birds of prey. Enjoy live animal shows and educational talks in a lush bushland setting. Don’t miss the birds of prey show—arrive early for the best seats and up-close raptor action.

Highlights

Lunch

Lunch

Additional cost (on-site)

Refuel with a range of Aussie classics at the on-site café, or bring your own picnic to enjoy among the gum trees. Try the homemade scones with jam and cream—a local favorite and perfect with a cuppa.

2 hours

2

Phillip Island

40 min

1 attractions

Visit Point Grant to view The Nobbies and Seal Rocks. Stroll along the coastal boardwalks for views over Westernport Bay and Bass Strait, and observe Australia’s largest fur seal colony at Seal Rocks.

Highlights

Cape Woolamai Surf Beach

40 min

Experience the wild beauty of Phillip Island’s southern coast, where powerful waves meet golden sands. It’s a great spot for a stroll, and you might spot dolphins or seals in the surf.

20 minutes

3

Nobbies Centre

20 min

Stop at The Nobbies to enjoy panoramic ocean views and Seal Rocks, where thousands of fur seals bask in the sun or dive into the rolling waves. 

4

Penguin Parade

90 min

The day’s highlight: watch Little Penguins waddle ashore at sunset, right before your eyes. The visitor centre has interactive exhibits and plenty of space to grab a bite and shop for souvenirs. For the best penguin action, sit close to the sand—penguins often pass right by your feet!

Highlights

Dinner

Dinner

Additional cost (on-site)

Enjoy dinner at the eco-friendly café, which serves up classic Aussie fare and vegetarian options before the penguins arrive.

2 hours

5

END POINT

Melbourne CBD

From platypus pools to penguin shores in one day.

  • Everything you get: Visits to Healesville Sanctuary, Phillip Island, and Nobbies Boardwalk, penguin parade viewing, with Melbourne transfers.
  • Wildlife encounters: Platypus, wombats, Tasmanian devils, 500+ penguins.
  • Why choose this: Enjoy a rare double act in one day: meet Australia’s marsupials at Healesville, then see the world’s largest penguin parade.

From platypus pools to penguin shores in one day.

  • Everything you get: Visits to Healesville Sanctuary, Phillip Island, and Nobbies Boardwalk, penguin parade viewing, with Melbourne transfers.
  • Wildlife encounters: Platypus, wombats, Tasmanian devils, 500+ penguins.
  • Why choose this: Enjoy a rare double act in one day: meet Australia’s marsupials at Healesville, then see the world’s largest penguin parade.

Inclusions

  • Full-day tour to Philip Island
  • Round-trip transfers from Melbourne
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entry to Healesville Sanctuary
  • Entry to Point Grant & The Nobbies
  • Entry to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park
  • Access to boardwalk and visitor center
  • Access to general viewing platform
  • Tip: At Healesville, head straight to the platypus viewing area first thing in the morning—they're most active in the first hour after opening and tend to hide for the rest of the day.
  • The Healesville Sanctuary is pram/stroller and wheelchair accessible.
  • Assistance animals are allowed except at the kangaroo walk-through, Koala Forest, all walk-through aviaries, flight arena shows, and close-up encounters.
  • Complimentary inner-city hotel pickup is provided with summer departures at 11-11:30am (returning 10:30-11:30pm) and winter departures at 9-9:30am (returning 9:30-10:30pm).
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in lush Dandenong Ranges, part of the Healesville Sanctuary tour.
Yarra Valley vineyard with rows of grapevines and Dandenong Ranges in the background.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia.
Healesville Sanctuary kangaroo with tourists on Puffing Billy and Healesville Sanctuary scenic bus tour, Melbourne.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia, part of scenic bus tour.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia, part of scenic bus tour.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia.
Yarra Valley vineyard with rolling hills and grapevines, part of Dandenong Ranges day tour.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in lush Dandenong Ranges, part of the Healesville Sanctuary tour.
Yarra Valley vineyard with rows of grapevines and Dandenong Ranges in the background.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia.
Healesville Sanctuary kangaroo with tourists on Puffing Billy and Healesville Sanctuary scenic bus tour, Melbourne.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia, part of scenic bus tour.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia, part of scenic bus tour.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia.
Yarra Valley vineyard with rolling hills and grapevines, part of Dandenong Ranges day tour.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in lush Dandenong Ranges, part of the Healesville Sanctuary tour.
Yarra Valley vineyard with rows of grapevines and Dandenong Ranges in the background.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia.
Healesville Sanctuary kangaroo with tourists on Puffing Billy and Healesville Sanctuary scenic bus tour, Melbourne.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia, part of scenic bus tour.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia, part of scenic bus tour.
Puffing Billy steam train crossing a trestle bridge in Dandenong Ranges, Australia.
Yarra Valley vineyard with rolling hills and grapevines, part of Dandenong Ranges day tour.
Tickets

Full-Day Tour of Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary

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AU$220
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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8 hr
  • Unleash the charm of Victoria in one day with this full-day tour, from a vintage steam train ride to meeting Australia's unique wildlife!
  • Immerse yourself in history aboard the Puffing Billy and relish stunning views of the Dandenong Ranges as the train chugs along its original 1900 track.
  • Breathe in the tranquillity of Emerald Lake during a peaceful morning tea and later, encounter native wildlife at the Healesville Sanctuary.
  • Satisfy your sweet tooth at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie with our complimentary chocolate tastings, an indulgence for your senses!
  • Unleash the charm of Victoria in one day with this full-day tour, from a vintage steam train ride to meeting Australia's unique wildlife!
  • Immerse yourself in history aboard the Puffing Billy and relish stunning views of the Dandenong Ranges as the train chugs along its original 1900 track.
  • Breathe in the tranquillity of Emerald Lake during a peaceful morning tea and later, encounter native wildlife at the Healesville Sanctuary.
  • Satisfy your sweet tooth at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie with our complimentary chocolate tastings, an indulgence for your senses!

Inclusions

  • Full-day tour in AC bus
  • Puffing Billy steam train ride
  • Emerald Lake visit
  • Healesville Sanctuary visit
  • Yarra Valley Chocolaterie visit
  • Chocolate tastings
  • Morning tea

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Tip: Help preserve the beauty of the Dandenong Ranges and Healesville Sanctuary by disposing of litter properly and staying on designated paths.
  • This tour is pram/stroller accessible.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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