APTC1920-CITY-MEL/MEL-4D-(5*)

Included:

City Tour + Phillip Island

We drive south-east from Melbourne to reach Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park where you will meet endangered species, kangaroos, wallabies and koalas plus an array of colourful birds and reptiles. Our journey then leads onto Phillip Island, the home of the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix and our famous Little Penguins. Upon arrival on the island, depending on the time of year and your particular interests, we will visit Woolamai beach to see surfers riding the waves. From here, we go to the western corner of the island to enjoy magnificent views of Bass Strait and the Nobbies, which is home to the largest colony of fur seals in Australia. During the daylight savings months, you will travel to the town of Cowes where you will have free time for dinner. In the winter months you can have something to eat at the Penguin Parade Visitor Center or wait for your early arrival back at your city hotel. Finally, a trip to Phillip Island is not complete without its black tie gala event: the Penguin Parade. You will head to the Visitor Centre to shop, have a coffee and meander along the boardwalk to the viewing platform where you will see the little penguins come ashore, decked out in their tuxedos as they hurry off to find their burrows.

You can choose from several options for the Penguin Parade at addtional costs ( Standard viewing is included )

The Penguins Plus viewing platform offers more intimate viewing of the Little Penguins and is restricted to only 200 people per night. With approximately 60% of the penguins waddling past the Penguins Plus viewing area and boardwalks, this experience also includes a complimentary drink and short ranger presentation prior to the arrival of the Little Penguins.

The Underground viewing lets you enjoy up-close viewing of the little penguins through an underground, sheltered viewing window.

The Ranger guided Tour provides you with a reserved front section of the beach for your viewing stands and expert commentary by your own ranger. ( minimum age is 12 years!)

Please note taking photos or videos of the little penguins is not permitted. Warm and waterproof clothes are recommended.

Included:

Great Ocean Road Tour

Experience this majestic coastal drive in style, with time to relax and fully appreciate the wonders of this world famous route. Stay on the lookout for some very special animals including whales, dolphins, echidnas and bandicoots. Your camera will get a good workout along this exciting itinerary and we will allow for plenty of photo opportunities. You will have time to stroll along the wild beaches or stop for a coffee at the striking Split Point Lighthouse and take in the awe-inspiring scenery. You will stop at Apollo Bay, a tranquil seaside town set amongst the soft rolling hills, offering a great selection of cafes and restaurants where you can stop for lunch (not included). Oceania Tours & Safaris provides exclusive access to an ancient Eucalyptus Forest walk, located at the iconic Great Ocean Road EcoLodge where you can have close encounters with koalas, kangaroos and native birds. As a passenger with us, you will be contributing to the Great Ocean EcoLodge’s conservation program to protect the local tiger quolls, koalas and unique flora of the region. A truly unique day out, capped off by a visit to the ancient rock formations of the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.