Phillip Island and French Island Wildlife Expedition

About this tour

Travel between French Island and Phillip Island by ferry to encounter Australia's native wildlife in their natural habitats. This 12.5-hour expedition takes you through two distinct ecosystems, culminating in the nightly Penguin Parade where little penguins return to shore at dusk. You'll spot wombats, wallabies, echidnas and birdlife while soaking in coastal vistas. The day suits all fitness levels and includes all transport, entry fees and vehicle air-conditioning.

Highlights

• Ferry between French and Phillip islands
• Little penguins returning to shore at sunset
• Wombats and wallabies in natural settings
• Panoramic coastal and ocean views
• Guided wildlife spotting across two ecosystems

What to expect

Start with a ferry crossing to French Island, where you'll spend time spotting native marsupials and birds across open bushland. The afternoon brings another crossing to Phillip Island, where you'll explore on foot before settling in for the Penguin Parade—the main event where hundreds of little penguins emerge from the ocean at dusk and waddle inland to their burrows. It's a quiet, natural spectacle rather than a staged show. Bring layers; the evening can cool quickly by the water. The journey involves moderate walking and periods of standing outdoors.

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