{"id":2193,"date":"2023-02-28T23:02:39","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T23:02:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/everythingvictoria.com.au\/?p=2193"},"modified":"2024-01-23T05:32:48","modified_gmt":"2024-01-23T05:32:48","slug":"penguin-parade-phillip-island-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/everythingvictoria.com.au\/penguin-parade-phillip-island-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Our 2023 Guide to the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Phillip Island’s Penguin Parade is one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences, pulling in thousands of visitors each and every year. This small island, located 150 kilometres from Melbourne is home to the largest colony of little blue penguins in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s an incredible experience, to watch hundreds of tiny penguins emerge from the ocean and shuffle their way across the beach to their burrows, just as the sun begins to set. Whether you’re a nature lover, a wildlife enthusiast, or simply looking to experience something special, the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island is <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s no surprise then, that this is one of our top things to do in Victoria, and in this guide, we’ll provide you with everything you need to know to make the most of your time there. We’ll cover the best time of year to visit, the different viewing options that are available (and which is best), how to ethically interact with the penguins, and what to bring with you. We’ll break down whether the VIP experience is worth it, how you can take photos of the penguins without breaking the rules, and whether it’s possible see the penguins without paying. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here’s how to make the most of your time at the penguin parade on Phillip Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n