Phillip Island: Nature Hike and Penguin Parade with Guide
ID: GYG237182-409472
Category:
Country: Australia
Duration:
13:00 hours
Description
Discover magical views from the highest point of Phillip Island and meet local wildlife on a day hike to Cape Woolamai.
Hike the highest point of Phillip Island and meet local wildlife, from koalas to penguins, at Cape Woolamai.
First you will stop at the famous Brighton Beach Boxes for some happy snaps, then head to Maru Koala Wildlife Sanctuary to get up close to these famous native animals. Your small group Cape Woolamai hike guides you through rugged rock formations, known as the Pinnacles, as you make your way to the highest point of Phillip Island. Here you’ll witness stunning views over the coastline and pounding surf below. After our easy/moderate 4.22-mile hike we will head into Cowes for a delicious lunch at the famous Island Whole Foods Cafe.
Next, you make your way to the Nobbies for an easy stroll along the boardwalk to discover impressive coastline views and the famous thundering blowhole. This area is home to Australia’s largest seal colony, little penguins, and silver gulls – it’s a wildlife lover’s dream.
Highlights
- Discover magical views from the highest point of Phillip Island while hiking around Cape Woolamai
- Stroll through the eucalyptus woodland and see koalas in their natural habitat
- Witness stunning views over the coastline and pounding surf at the Nobbies
- See hundreds or thousands of penguins emerge from the surf at sunset at the world-famous Penguin Parade.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
• No bush walking experience required. The track is a hardened or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
Undercover Taxi Rank on St Kilda Road (Between Hamer Hall & the Arts Centre). Please note it’s approximately 200m from Flinders Street Station over the Yarra River.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
