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French Island and Phillip Island Wildlife and Penguin Parade Tour
Overview
Take a break from the city and enjoy Australia's stunning natural landscapes and majestic wildlife on this day tour of French Island and Phillip Island from Melbourne! Take the Western Port ferry to French Island, home to blue gum forests, mangroves, and swamps. Learn about the natural environment while observing koalas and other wildlife inhabiting the island. Afterward, stroll along Cowes, the island's commercial hub, where you can relax before heading over to the jewel of the tour: the Penguin Parade. Get to see the Penguins waddling back to their burrows from the ocean for the night. You'll head back to Melbourne after your day of exciting moments and share your unforgettable 'into the wild' memories with friends!
What to Expect
Language
English
Group Type
Join in group
Transport
Meet at location
Activity Selling Points - Free text
- Spend the day island hopping from French Island to Phillip Island on this tour from Melbourne! - Take in the calmness of the windswept and isolated French Island, only accessible via ferry - Get up close and personal with some of Australia’s cutest and cuddliest native wildlife - Watch the amazing Penguin Parade at dusk and see the Penguins waddle back to safety before sunset - **COVID-19 Conditions of Entry**: Visitors over 12 years old must be fully vaccinated and register the details upon entry by scanning the Service Victoria QR Code
Date Description
Please select a tour date
Available Options
Day Tour
1 cancellation
Itinerary
- [Departure] pick up. 10:00 - 21:00 (winter) 12:30 - 23:30 (summer) Please select your pick-up location at the checkout page Please confirm your pick-up time with the merchant, as the pick-up time is updated seasonally.The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time This is a shared transfer and pick up could be early or late - [Attraction/experience] Western Port Bay, Sleek, Fast Catamaran | Crystal Blue Bay | Beautiful Coastline |Spot Seals & Pelicans - [Attraction/experience] French Island, Koala encounters in the wild | Untouched wilderness | Access Hidden spots | Farmgate Lunch (winter) or Afternoon tea (Summer) - [Attraction/experience] Western Port Bay, Sail into Village of Cowes | View of Clifftop Houses | Spot Dolphins & Seals - [Attraction/experience] Cowes, Walk the Pier and Esplanade | Main St with Restaurants, Cafes, Micro brewery & boutiques. - [Attraction/experience] Nobbies Centre, Dramatic Headland | Home to a Seal Colony | Dramatic Sea Bluffs | Panoramic Ocean Views | Amazing Birdlife - [Attraction/experience] Penguin Parade, Learn about these fascinating creatures at the Penguins visitor centre | Watch the little Penguins waddle ashore - [Return] 21:00 - 23:59, Shuttle included - Day {num}
Not included
## Not included - Other personal expenses - Insurance
What's included
## What's included - Admission to attractions - English-speaking guide - Transport - 4x4 Jeep tour - Sightseeing boat tour
Eligibility
## Eligibility - Children aged 4-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Additional information
## Additional information ## Address - Please always confirm your pick-up time with the merchant, as the pick-up time is updated seasonally - **Pick-up locations and pick-up time (Non day-light savings until 5th October 2024)** - 09:20am Mercure Melbourne Southbank - 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank - 09:35am Regent Theatre - 191 Collins St, Melbourne - 09:45am Her Majesty’s Theatre - 219 Exhibition St, Melbourne - 10:00am Mail Exchange Hotel – 688 Bourke Street - 11:45am Mercure Melbourne Southbank - 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank - 12:05pm Regent Theatre - 191 Collins St, Melbourne - 12:15pm Her Majesty’s Theatre - 219 Exhibition St, Melbourne - 12:30pm Mail Exchange Hotel – 688 Bourke Street. - Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase accident and travel insurance before participating in this activity - **COVID-19 conditions of entry** - Visitors over 12 years old must be fully vaccinated - Upon entry, you must register your details by scanning the Service Victoria QR Code. Before your visit, please download the Service Victoria app for a smooth check-in process. - Observe personal health and hygiene measures, as well as safe social distancing signage and contactless transactions - **Proof of vaccination status** - Please be aware that **COVID-19 double vaccination status will be required for all visitors (over 12)** to National Trust of Australia (Victoria) properties. *Note: this does not apply to those with a valid medical exemption.* - You will be required to present **proof of your COVID-19 vaccination** on check-in with the friendly COVID marshal. A fully vaccinated adult must accompany children under 12
Cancellation policy
## Cancellation policy - You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity starts - In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
Usage validity
## Usage validity - The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Voucher type
## Voucher type - Present your mobile voucher - The voucher is valid only on the date and time specified
Pick-up information
## Pick-up information - You may also choose to be picked up in the following locations: - Mail Exchange Hotel near Southern Cross Station - Her Majesty's Theatre - Regent Theatre - Travelodge Hotel Southbank - Geelong Fishermans Pier
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