Have fun while supporting conservation with a Phillip Island Nature Parks Multi Park Pass. Watch Little Penguins waddle home from the ocean at the Penguin Parade. Spy koalas in their natural bushland environment at Koala Conservation Reserve along treetop boardwalks. Finally, wander the tranquil gardens, partake in farming activities, and explore early European farming at Churchill Island.
Penguins Plus provides a more intimate experience with a smaller capacity and located right beside our main penguin highway from the ocean. General Viewing has excellent views of the Little Penguins waddling up the beach and into the colony.
Phillip Island Nature Parks’ is visitor-funded and its team care for more than 1805 hectares of wild spaces on Phillip Island. Phillip Island is a 90-minute drive from Melbourne and the Multi Parks Pass provides a unique educational experience for everyone to enjoy — so grab yours online today!
Due to planned maintenance work, there may be a small disruption to your visit. The Penguins Plus viewing stands will be closed for redevelopment from 14 June to 18 August 2024.
Note
- Please note that bookings must be made more than 48 hours in advance. Bookings cannot be accepted within 48 hours
- We recommend arriving one hour before the arrival of the penguins
- Please note bookings are not confirmed until you receive confirmation from Phillip Island Nature Parks directly.
There will be interrupted daytime access to the Penguin Parade car park, boardwalks and Summerland Beach from Monday 26 August to Friday 13 September between 6.30 am to 3.30pm due to planned works on the boardwalk redevelopment. Please follow the directions of staff who will be on site.
A helicopter will be operating in the area during this period to lift materials into place with all works overseen by qualified wildlife officers and guided by sensitive methodology to ensure the surrounding wildlife and habitat is protected.
The Penguin Parade Visitor Centre will open as usual from 5.15 pm daily with no impact to the nightly Penguin Parade. The Nobbies Centre will remain open from 10.00 am to 4.30 pm daily.
How It Works
- Please select your Penguin Parade date of visit when purchasing the Multi Parks Pass.
- Entry to the other attractions is valid for six months from the date that the ticket is purchased
Inclusions
Multi Parks Pass - General Viewing
- Penguin Parade general viewing single entry
- Koala Conservation Reserve single entry
- Churchill Island single entry
Multi Park Pass - Penguin Plus
- Penguin Parade Penguins Plus single entry
- Koala Conservation Reserve single entry
- Churchill Island single entry
Multi Park Pass - Penguin Underground Viewing
- Penguin Parade Underground viewing single entry
- Koala Conservation Reserve single entry
- Churchill Island single entry
Exclusions
- Transport between attractions
Extras
- Standalone Phillip Island Penguin Parade tickets are available here
Highlights
- Penguin Parade - Witness the natural spectacle of the world’s smallest penguins arriving home at sunset each evening. Watch the penguins emerge from the waves then waddle across the sand to the safety of their burrows
- Koala Conservation Reserve - Explore the treetop boardwalks to see koalas in their natural habitat
- Churchill Island - Step back in time, explore the heritage and tranquil scenery of Churchill Island
Time
Penguin Parade
- Penguins arrive at sunset every night of the year. Click here for the penguin arrival time calendar to help plan your visit
- The Visitor Centre will open at 5.15pm
- We recommend arriving one hour before the arrival of the penguins
Koala Conservation Reserve
- 10am - 5:30 pm daily, last entry - 5pm,
- Christmas Day: Visitor Centre from 2pm, café closed
- Operating hours are seasonal and subject to change
Churchill Island
- Churchill Island Heritage Farm is daily from 10am - 4:30pm
- Last entry is 30 minutes before closing. Operating hours are seasonal and subject to change
Location
- Penguin Parade: 1019 Ventnor Rd, Summerlands, Victoria 3922
- Koala Conservation Reserve: 1810 Phillip Island Road, Phillip Island, Victoria 3923
- Churchill Island: 246 Samuel Amess Drive, Churchill Island, Newhaven 3925
Additional Information
- Photography is strictly prohibited
- Penguins arrive at sunset every night of the year. Click here for the penguin arrival time calendar to help plan your visit, and arrive 1 hour prior to penguin arrival time. Penguin Parade duration is 50 minutes from the time the first penguin crosses the beach
- Please book ahead online to avoid disappointment
- Photography is NOT permitted at the Penguin Parade
- There is a 10 to 20-minute drive between attractions
- Phillip Island is approximately a 90-minute drive from Melbourne
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a ticket voucher will be received at time of booking. Your ticket will be sent to your email inbox once received by Phillip Island Nature Parks booking team.
- If for any reason, the dates you have selected are unavailable, you will be contacted by RACV customer service staff within 48 hours of your booking.
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice.
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
Claire Jinnette
Phillip Island Nature Parks
Witness the natural spectacle of the world’s smallest penguins arriving home at sunset each evening on Phillip Island. Watch as they emerge from the waves and waddle across the sand to the safety of their burrows. .
“Spend some time on the boardwalks after the penguins have arrived to get some up close views of the penguins near their burrows.”