Highlights
Looking to get up close and personal with some of Australia's most iconic wildlife? Then look no further than the Penguins & Wildlife Nature Experience! This small-group day tour departing from Melbourne will take you to some of the most popular nature spots in the country, including Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, The Nobbies boardwalk, and the world-famous Penguin Parade. This is a truly unique opportunity to get up close and personal with nature and wildlife!
About This Deal
Duration
12 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
550 Tyabb-Tooradin Rd, Pearcedale, Victoria
At Moonlit Sanctuary, you'll get to encounter famous Australian wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies, reptiles, Tasmanian Devils, and of course, Koalas! You may even have the opportunity to get up close to a Koala or wallaby. *Small fee applies
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cape Woolamai
Cape Woolamai, Victoria
Get sand between your toes on a stroll across Woolamai Beach, and watch surfers complete entertaining tricks on the beautiful waves at this world-renowned surf beach. (Time permitting)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Esplanade
The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC 3922
Soak up the Island's seaside holiday vibe in the township of Cowes, and take a stroll along the Pier and The Esplanade The town is buzzing with restaurants, cafes, boutiques & a microbrewery.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Nobbies Centre
1320 Ventnor Road, Summerlands, Victoria
At The Nobbies, you can explore the boardwalks and enjoy panoramic coastal views of Bass Strait, stroll along the clifftop boardwalks with views out to the Nobbies and Seal Rocks. You'll be able to take in an array of stunning sights as you explore the boardwalks, and if you're lucky, you might even see the blowhole in action!
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade
1019 Ventnor Rd, Summerlands, Victoria
Experience the amazing sight of little penguins waddling home from the ocean to their burrows at Phillip Island. Home to the largest little penguin colony in the world, you can watch these amazing seabirds every night of the year from our general viewing platform and boardwalks.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All fees and taxes
- Admission into Moonlit Sanctaury
- General admission into Penguin Parade
- Return transport to/from Melbourne
Redemption Instructions
Tickets are redeemed with your guide on the morning of the tour. Please have your mobile voucher ready!
Traveler Pickup Information
We offer 4 pickup locations from Melbourne CDB which are listed above. Your pickup depends on the time of year you have booked. Your exact meeting times are listed below and our team will confirm this with you after a booking is placed.
12:30 pm (Oct-Mar, Daylight savings)
Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour departs from our main pickup location Mail Exchange Hotel - 688 Bourke Street @ 12:30pm and below are the pickup times from our other locations:
* 11.45am Mercure Melbourne Southbank - 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank
* 12.05pm Regent Theatre - 191 Collins St
* 12.15pm Her Majesty’s Theatre - 219 Exhibition St
10:00 am (Apr -Sept, Non -daylight savings)
Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour departs from our main pickup location Mail Exchange Hotel - 688 Bourke Street @ 10am and below are the pickup times from our other locations:
* 9:20am Mercure Melbourne Southbank - 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank
* 9:35amRegent Theatre - 191 Collins St
* 9:45am Her Majesty’s Theatre - 219 Exhibition St
As the time that the penguins arrive on the beach changes significantly during the year, our return time to Melbourne also varies significantly from 21:00 to 0:00
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Explore Australia Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Fine Print
7-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operators terms and conditions for this offer here.
Offer is not eligible for our promo codes or other discounts.