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Private tour in Melbourne Peter J

Philip Island Penguins Plus - Moonlit Wildlife Private Tour

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Hours icon 11 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-7 people
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Peter J.

4.8

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I'm Peter J, a local tour guide in Australia, I am available in Melbourne, Adelaide & Sydney . I love traveling and connecting with people from all over the world. As a father of five sons and Eleven grandchildren, my family is spread across the globe in Sydney, Melbourne, Inverness (Scotland), Montreal (Canada), and Philadelphia (USA). Before becoming a tour guide, I worked for a multinational company, which gave me extensive travel experience and the chance to meet people from diverse backgrounds. After retiring, I wanted to continue connecting with people worldwide, which led me to ToursByLocals. It's been a fantastic platform for me to stay active, expand my knowledge, and build meaningful connections. When you book a tour with me, you can expect a private and personalized experience. With over 260 tours completed, I'm passionate about sharing my knowledge of Melbourne with you. I also offer discounted tour bundles if you'd like to book multiple day tours out of Melbourne. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or if you need assistance creating an itinerary that suits your needs. Plus if you're wishing for a custom tour through to Adalaide or Sydney please send us a message. For cruise ship passengers, I understand time constraints and have adapted my tours to ensure you're back at the terminal with plenty of time before departure. I'm committed to providing tailored experiences. Whether you have specific interests, unique tastes, or limited time, I'm happy to customize the itinerary to your preferences or even craft a completely custom private tour for you. Melbourne is a popular destination for cruise passengers, and my expertise and adaptability make me an ideal choice for exploring the city and its surroundings. If you're traveling to Australia for the first time, please lets know as I am happy to help develop your travel itinerary. I hope to see you in Melbourne! Stay safe, Peter J Member of The Professional Tour Guides Association of Australia and The Guiding Organisation of Australia. Tourism Accredited Parks Victoria Licence Heavy Vehicle Driver Licence Taxi Driver Accreditation Certificate DC586430 Public Liability Insurance Station Pier Access Approval, For Cruise

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Overview of your Melbourne tour

An excellent full day Adventure taking in the following, Moonlit Sanctuary ( Koala's) Wombats, Kangaroo's plus many more native animals) before heading to Phillip Island, during the drive down to the Penguin Parade we call into a Dairy Farm/Cafe where we see cowes been milked and have a coffee or Ice Cream. Plus Rest Room Stop Next we will travel to the Nobbies and Seal Rocks which is home to the largest Australian Fur Seal Colony. As night falls we will discover the Penguin Parade, which is the nightly arrival of Australia's largest penguin colony with a population of around 35, 000. Watch the little penguins emerge from the sea and make their way with a waddle to their homes in the sand, The Penguin Parade is Australia's number one wildlife tourist attraction and is highlight of any visit to the area.

Recent Reviews

Carl L.United States
April 2026

Peter was an excellent tour guide. He picked us promptly and showed us parts of Melbourne that we hadn't yet seen as we made our way to Phillip Island. On the island, we enjoyed a pizza dinner before finding great seats for the nightly parade. I really appreciated his recommendation of buying Tim Tams, which were on sale for only $2, and I purchased many which I brought back as gifts. If you are in Melbourne and planning on attending the parade, I can confidently recommend Peter as your guide for the day.

Roger C.United States
January 2026

Peter was a great tour guide. Punctual, and very organized, he had great suggestions for places of interest to visit. He was knowledgeable and a very pleasant guy to spend time with. I would highly recommend.

Lesli S.United Kingdom
April 2023

Peter is a very friendly host and pick up service was as arranged. We saw koalas in a reserve and penguins/wallabies/echinda in the wild. Highly recommend this tour

Editha V.United States
December 2019

The tour was well organized . We were able to see what we were expecting. Nice tourist guide .

Derrick B.United States
October 2019

Awesome guy. Awesome tour. 1748 penguins!

Susan S.United States
March 2015

Wonderful tour for all 13 in our group! LOVED the optional helicopter ride to see the 12 Apostles and gorgeous coastline from the air. Our guide Peter was friendly, quite knowledgable, and most accommodating to all of our sightseeing requests. We highly recommend this tour!!!!!

Your Melbourne tour itinerary

Melbourne Airport Pick Up available earlier if required. Depart at 12.30 and return at approximately 11. 00 • Melbourne • Moonlite Sanctuary • Cape Woolamai Surf Beach • Penguins Plus • Dinner At Cowes • Nobbies and Seal Rocks Fur Seal Colony The ticket option is Penguins Plus Max 110 People in Group. Penguin Parade: The new Penguins Plus viewing platform is a joint venture between Phillip Island Nature Parks and RACV. Inspired by the natural elements of the surrounding landscape, the new platform mirrors the coves of Phillip Island's spectacular southern coastline and offers visitors unprecedented, up-close viewing of the little penguins as they make their way along the most popular penguin pathway at the Penguin Parade.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

We operate an Mercedes 8 seat with driver. If you have a larger group please send us a message.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Penguins Plus & Moonlit Sanctuary
Other: Bottle Water
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Airport: ,Cruise Terminal: ,ByGuide: All Melbourne Hotels

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Day Trip
Layover
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Bird Watching
Tour reference number
30647
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Melbourne is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and families looking to experience Australia's unique fauna. It's also ideal for those who want a comprehensive day trip from Melbourne, including visits to the Moonlit Sanctuary and the famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island. With a moderate activity level and wheelchair accessibility, it suits kids, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns. Additionally, it's a great option for cruise ship passengers seeking a shore excursion.

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Hours icon 11 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-7 people
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