Phillip Island Wildlife Park
The basics
Close encounters on offer in the park include hand-feeding and petting kangaroos and wallabies. Hourly guided tours of the koala area let you get up close to the cute Australian symbol: from the raised boardwalk that runs through the area you’ll be eye-to-eye with them as they lounge in the treetops. You can also see wombats, Tasmanian devils, dingoes, crocodiles, and more. Learn about the animals at regular talks and hear about the park’s efforts to rehabilitate and release orphaned and injured native animals back into the wild.
Phillip Island Wildlife Park is a typical stop on tours of Phillip Island. As it is so close to the penguin parade, it offers an entertaining and educational way to fill your time before the parade begins.
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Things to know before you go
- The park is wheelchair accessible.
- One bag of kangaroo food is included with every ticket.
- There is a snack food kiosk and a gift shop in the park.
- Indoor tables are available if you would like to bring a picnic.
How to get there
The Phillip Island Wildlife Park is around a 90-minute drive south-east of Melbourne. V-line operates a daily bus from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne to Phillip Island’s main town, Cowes, from where you can catch a taxi. Alternatively, skip the hassle and book a guided tour.
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When to get there
The park is open every day from mid-morning to early evening, with last admission one hour before closing. It is closed on Christmas Day. Summer and school holidays are typically peak times.
Penguin Parade
The main attraction on Phillip Island is the Penguin Parade. This nightly natural spectacle sees tens of thousands of little penguins waddle in from the ocean to their nests on land, taking place just after sunset. You can watch the show from large amphitheaters or even a VIP viewing section.