Rainbow House + Penguin Island Day Tour
Witness Australia's Cutest Parade
Melbourne, VICTORIA1 Days
PRIVATE DRIVER & GUIDE
Embark on a full-day journey from Melbourne to the famed Phillip Island, where you'll meet Australia’s smallest penguins as they waddle home at sunset. Snap photos at Brighton's rainbow beach boxes, meet kangaroos and koalas up-close at Maru Wildlife Park (optional), and enjoy a magical coastal walk before the iconic penguin parade begins.
Top Trip Features
Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Watch wild Little Penguins return from the sea at sunset — the world’s largest natural habitat for these tiny creatures!
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A picture-perfect row of 80+ brightly painted beach huts — an Instagram dream come true.
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Brighton Bathing Boxes
Encounter native Australian wildlife — spot wild parrots, koalas, and more as you travel along Victoria’s most scenic coastal route.
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Wildlife Encounters
Day Itinerary
Pickup at selected Melbourne city points (between 12:30–13:00, seasonally adjusted)
Depart Melbourne by comfortable air-conditioned coach
Stop at Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes for photo time
Visit Maru Koala & Animal Park (optional entry, at own expense)
Arrive at Cowes township on Phillip Island for free time and self-arranged dinner
Proceed to Penguin Parade Nature Reserve at dusk
Watch the magical Penguin Parade from the General Viewing platform
After the experience, return to Melbourne (return time varies from approx. 7:00–11:00 PM depending on season)
Important Information
Cancellation
Cancel 4+ days before departure: Full refund
Cancel 2–3 days before: 50% cancellation fee
Cancel 0–1 day before: No refund
What’s Included
Entry ticket to Penguin Parade
Roundtrip transportation in air-conditioned coach
Mandarin-speaking driver-guide
Not Included
Maru Park entrance
Driver/guide service fee AUD $5 per person
Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Personal expenses or anything not listed above