Melbourne: Full-Day Trip with Steam Train Ride, Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Conservation Park Visit
Ride a nostalgic steam train, see Australian flora and fauna up close, including fairy penguins on this full-day trip. Hop aboard the Puffing Billy, where you’ll wind through the forested Dandenong Ranges, before moving on to Moonlit Sanctuary to encounter koalas, kangaroos and dingoes. Finally, make your way to the highlight event: the Phillip Island Penguin Parade. See these adorable penguins scurry towards their burrows as the sun sets – a heartwarming finale to a day celebrating Australia’s wild, wonderful creatures!
Inclusions
- Valid for one child (0–15) or one adult (16+) (*minimum two adults required to book)
- Entry ticket to Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park to witness native wildlife such as kangaroos, wombats and echidnas
- Puffing Billy train ticket for Belgrave – Lakeside
- Entry ticket to the Phillip Island Penguin Parade (Regular Viewing Area)
- Spot adorable little penguins during the evening Penguin Parade
- Return transfers from selected Melbourne hotels
- Small group experience (maximum 11 people)
- Available selected days: Departs at 10.30am; returns at 10.30pm (approximately). Times vary according to pick-up/drop-off location and sunset hour
- Bookings valid to 28 February 2026
Pricing & availability
Things to know
- Return transfers available from selected Melbourne CBD, Carlton, East Melbourne, Southbank and Dockland hotels. Please advise of accommodation location at time of booking
- For guests staying in other locations, the meeting point is at the entrance of Travelodge Southbank, 9 Riverside Quay Southbank. Please note your preference at time of booking
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 7 days after purchase
- As long as 48 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 48 hours before the booking date
- Warm and waterproof clothing is recommended in all seasons
Selected days
Availability:
- Available selected days: Departs at 10.30am; returns at 10.30pm (approximately). Times vary according to pick-up/drop-off location and sunset hour
- Not valid: Public holidays and special event days including 25 & 31 December 2024, 1 January 2025, 25 & 31 December 2025, 1 January 2026
- Bookings valid to 26 February 2026
- Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point: Returns transfers available from selected Melbourne CBD, Carlton, East Melbourne, Southbank and Dockland hotels. Please advise of accommodation location at time of booking
- For guests staying in other locations, the meeting point is at the entrance of Travelodge Southbank, 9 Riverside Quay Southbank
- Make sure to choose the departure location that is nearest to you and arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
Important:
- Exclusions: Food, drinks and gratuities are not included. Any excess amount must be paid directly to the vendors
- Phillip Island Penguin Parade entry is valid for Regular Viewing Area access only
- Please allow up to 12 hours for this experience, including travel time. Please be advised that times vary according to daylight savings times, pick-up/drop-off location, and traffic conditions
- Tours are conducted in English
Terms & Conditions:
- Minimum of two adults required to book
- Please advise the ages of your children/infants at time of booking; a child car seat is compulsory
- Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions
- Maximum group size per tour is 11 people
- Oceania Tours & Safaris cannot be held accountable for any tour cancellations or changes caused by weather conditions, road hazards, vehicle malfunctions, or other unexpected circumstances that may impede the scheduled tour. Oceania Tours & Safaris retains the right to cancel or alter any trip due to uncontrollable factors, including but not limited to weather conditions, mechanical issues, as well as limited or unavailable parking on-site
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Oceania Tours & Safaris
Oceania Tours & Safaris operate premium small group and private tours to Melbourne’s major attractions and hidden gems, as well as unforgettable tours to the Yarra Valley, Phillip Island and the Great Ocean Road. With a team of expert local guides, Oceania Tours & Safaris ensures guests can encounter Victoria’s incredible landscapes in an intimate small group environment.