Phillip Island Nature Parks (Penguin Parade)
- Phillip Island
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Overview
Please note, Penguins Plus/Underground Viewing/Penguins Premium are non-refundable and non-changeable
Welcome to Phillip Island Nature Parks
Only 90 minutes from Melbourne, Victoria’s wildlife island features spectacular coastal scenery and plenty of Australian wildlife. Visit the Penguin Parade, take a virtual tour at the new Antarctic Journey, see the koalas at the Koala Conservation Reserve, or let time unwind at Churchill Island.
As our main star attraction, the Penguin Parade offers a wide variety of activities suitable for all ages. Whether you’re looking for a self-guided experience or to be led by one of our knowledgeable rangers, we have an option for you. Please remember that everyone, including infants, requires a ticket to attend.
GENERAL VIEWING
Enjoy tiered seating in our general viewing grandstands overlooking the picturesque Summerlands Beach.
PENGUINS PLUS
Get up close and personal with the Little Penguins from our extra special Penguins Plus grandstand.
UNDERGROUND VIEWING
Go underground and watch the Little Penguins waddle right past the window – some might even come up to the glass to say gidday! Please note fitted face masks are mandatory in the underground viewing area.
Penguins Premium
Discover little penguins in their natural habitat with this premium beachfront viewing experience. This experience will guide you along a secluded boardwalk and immerse you in the Penguin Parade colony. Minimum age 12 years. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
What’s included
Included
- Penguin Parade Experience.
Not included
- All inclusions are as indicated on the websites at time of travel. If not stated as included the item/s are at guests own cost.
Ages
Child tickets for 4-15 year olds, inclusive. Children under 4 are free.
Penguin premium is only available for children aged 12 and over; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
How to use
After booking is confirmed, we will send a voucher to your email, please check your email and check voucher details.
As penguin arrival time changes according to the month, We suggest you arrive approximately one hour before penguin arrival time. Please click the link for the penguin arrival time calendar for estimated penguin arrival times throughout the year: https://www.penguins.org.au/assets/Penguin-Parade/Penguin-Calendar-1.pdf
Peak Holiday Periods: If you are planning a visit from mid-December to late January, or during a long weekend or school holidays period, please allow extra travel time as the traffic can get busy.
Please show the QR code on your voucher at the ticket gate on entry. There is no need to exchange for a voucher. Please follow the direction to the viewing platform.
Good to know
We suggest you bring warm clothes and a rain coat if it looks like rain. A rug to sit on the seats is also handy.
We suggest you arrive one hour before penguin arrival time to explore the visitor centre displays, grab a meal at the café and head to the beach.
If you are purchasing a Bundled ticket with more than one attraction, you will need to book the date of your visit to the Penguin Parade and/or EcoBoat Tour, which can be on different days. The date(s) chosen for your Penguin Parade visit or EcoBoat Tour will be printed on your ticket. If you do not exchange the ticket on the date of you select, it will be deemed to be abandoned automatically. Refund or rescheduling will not be accepted.
The Summerland Peninsula area closes 1 hour before sunset.
Groups entry to sites closes 20 mins prior to the site closure time.
Video and Photography is not permitted at the Penguin Parade or any of the Penguin viewing options.
The Penguin Parade occurs every evening at sunset for a duration of 50 minutes.
Disclaimer
Once the product has been successfully booked, a confirmation voucher will be issued. The voucher contains important booking details and participation notes. Please read it carefully. If we do not receive any feedback from you, it will be deemed that you have read, understood and accepted all information stated on the voucher.
As an intermediary booking agent, we are responsible for arranging travel product reservations on behalf of customers.
We recommend that customers purchase travel insurance. Travel product suppliers, including attractions, hotels and transportation providers, are directly responsible for the quality, service and safety of the products they provide. We are not liable for safety issues arising from products operated by third-party suppliers.
In the event of an unexpected incident where no travel insurance coverage applies, we will provide reasonable assistance where possible; however, any related costs or losses will be borne by the customer.
If the booking is cancelled due to reasons attributable to the travel product supplier, we will refund the amount paid for the affected booking. No additional compensation will be provided.
No-show: Ticket holders who fail to attend without prior cancellation or notification will not be eligible for a refund.
We will make reasonable efforts to assist customers in communicating and negotiating solutions with travel product suppliers.
When visiting attractions or participating in activities, please strictly follow all instructions provided by the venue and staff. Please ensure that you fully understand the associated risks, including any venue notices or safety waivers that may be required. Customers must cooperate with all safety requirements and must not engage in any dangerous behaviour during the activity.
