Important Information

Address

1019 Ventnor Road, Summerlands

What to wear

The penguins arrive at sunset, Penguin Parade is an outdoors all-weather event. Please come prepared with appropriate protection for sun, rain, windy and/or cold conditions. A rug to sit on or for warmth is also handy. If you own binoculars, bring them along to help spot little penguin rafts that may be forming at sunset.

When to arrive

Please arrive at the session time stated on your ticket. Late arrival may lead to no available seating and standing room only.

Please allow additional travel time in peak periods. 

No photography

There is strictly no photography or filming after sunset.

PENGUIN PARADE | TOURS AND EXPERIENCES

Penguin Parade tour or experience ticket holders are advised to arrive no later than session time stated on the ticket. Late arrival may result in ticket being forfeited.

About Penguins Premium

Age restriction of 12 years and over applies to this experience.
Commentary delivered in English.
Ticket holders are advised to arrive no later than session time stated on the ticket. 

About Family Wildlife Tour

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Commentary delivered in English.
Tour includes Penguin Parade viewing.

About Guided Penguin Tour

Age restriction of 12 years and over applies to this tour. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Ability to ascend/descend stairs required, alternative viewing location offered if unable to negotiate stairs.
Binoculars and headset are supplied; commentary delivered in English only.
Tour duration approximately 1 hour 30 minutes but may be extended subject to penguin arrival times.

About Ultimate Adventure Tour

Please review our Code of Conduct and Participant Requirements form.

Age restriction of 16 years and over applies to this tour.

Reasonable fitness required, including the ability to walk on soft sand, descend and ascend 20 stairs, and walk up to 1.5 km in each direction on uneven surfaces.

Tour may be modified in extreme weather and/or high tides for visitor safety.

Tour duration approximately 2–2.5 hours but may be extended subject to penguin arrival times. Commentary is delivered in English only.

What to wear for Ultimate Adventure Tour

The penguins arrive at sunset, Penguin Parade is an outdoors all-weather event. Please come prepared with appropriate protection for sun, windy and/or cold conditions. Please bring your own gumboots and wet-weather gear if appropriate (must be dark and non-reflective).

Closed walking shoes are mandatory.

PENGUIN PARADE | OTHER INFORMATION

Concession tickets apply to General Admission tickets only for Australian Pensioner Concession Card, DVA Cards, Australian Seniors Card, Victorian Carer ‘We Care’ card holders. Concession card must be presented on entry.

Companion Card holders are entitled to free of charge entry for all admission ticket types. Companion Card tickets to be booked in advance. One free of charge admission per companion card. Companion Card must be presented on entry.

For opening hours, directions, accessibility, daily activities and food and beverage options on site, please visit this page.

Only contactless transactions are available at all ticketing, retail and food and beverage outlets – cash not accepted.

Address

Located 450 metres along St Kilda Pier, at the pier's end

Pier Rd, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182
St Kilda Pier is situated approximately 25 minutes from the Melbourne CBD. Please note that paid parking along the St Kilda foreshore is limited.

What to wear

At St Kilda you can see penguins all year round, regardless of the weather. We suggest you bring warm clothes, as even after a hot day, St Kilda Pier can become cool and windy.
The St Kilda Penguin Viewing Experience is an all-weather event, please come prepared with appropriate protection for sun, windy and/or cold conditions.
Please note that sessions may be cancelled in extreme weather conditions to ensure the safety of visitors and staff.

When to arrive

To ensure everyone has a smooth experience, please arrive at or before the session time indicated on your ticket. We recommend arriving at least 10 minutes early. Ticket is valid only for the date and session time stated on your ticket.

Am I able to take photos and videos?

Penguins have sensitive eyes, and a bright, sudden flash or unusual light can frighten or disorientate a penguin. To ensure penguins keep coming back to this special area we ask you ensure that the flash on your camera or device is switched off before you enter the platform. Torches are prohibited.

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ST KILDA PENGUINS | OTHER INFORMATION

For opening hours, directions, accessibility and food and beverage options on site, please visit this page.

Address

1810 Phillip Island Road, Phillip Island, Victoria 3923

What to wear

The boardwalks and trails are outdoors and not covered. Please come prepared with appropriate protection for sun, rain, windy and/or cold conditions. 

Visitor information

For opening hours, directions, accessibility, daily activities and food and beverage options on site, please visit this page.

Only contactless transactions are available at all ticketing, retail and food and beverage outlets – cash not accepted.

Address:

246 Samuel Amess Drive, Churchill Island, Newhaven

What to wear

This is an open-air attraction. 

Please come prepared with appropriate protection for sun, rain, windy and/or cold weather conditions.

Visitor information

For opening hours, directions, accessibility, daily activities and food and beverage options on site, please visit this page.

Only credit card and touchless transactions available onsite – cash is not accepted.

Food and Beverages

Our Farmhouse Kitchen café offers hearty traditional and classic favourites made from locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, with options for breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon tea.

BANDICOOT DISCOVERY TOUR

Ticket holders are advised to arrive no later than session time stated on the ticket. Late arrival will result in ticket being forfeited.

About the Bandicoot Discovery Tour

All ages are welcome. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

What to wear: closed walking shoes are mandatory. Please bring your own gumboots and wet-weather gear if necessary (must be dark and non-reflective).
Dress appropriately for the conditions, as the weather in southern Victoria along our coast can be unpredictable.

This is an all-weather tour. Participants should be able to stand and walk on uneven ground for up to 45 minutes in an outdoor setting.

Please note that this walking tour is not currently suitable for prams.

Tour departure: ticket holders meet guides at Samuel Amess Drive, Newhaven VIC 3925 for a short drive onto Churchill Island.

The tour duration is approximately 2 to 2.5 hours but may be adjusted based on bandicoot viewing.

Number of participants is limited to twenty (20) per tour.

Commentary is delivered in English only.
Late arrivals will not be admitted.