On Tour with Jess – Phillip Island
Find out what it’s really like to take a tour to Phillip Island near Melbourne – home to the famous Little Penguin colony! Our Go West intern Jess recently took a tour to Phillip Island and is ready to share all the details! From hand feeding kangaroos and wallabies to watching thousands of Little Penguins […]
Why you should visit Phillip Island post-Covid
Visit Phillip Island post-Covid while the nature and wildlife are thriving– from Little Penguins to seals, shearwaters and whales. The island is home to many nature and wildlife attractions including stunning beaches and the world-famous Little Penguin Parade. On Phillip Island you can explore amazing beaches, take in incredible coastal views and see unique Australian […]
Why you should visit Phillip Island in Spring
A visit to Phillip Island in Spring is a chance to see wildlife in full swing – it’s breeding season for many of the island’s animals, including Little Penguins. The warmer days in Spring bring life back to Phillip Island. Sunny days are followed by cooler nights and the build up for summer is on. […]
Attractions on Phillip Island
There are many nature and wildlife attractions on Phillip Island including stunning beaches and the world-famous Little Penguin Parade. If you are planning a trip to Melbourne, it’s well worth taking a day trip to Phillip Island. You can explore amazing beaches, take in incredible coastal views and see unique Australian wildlife up close. In […]
The best place to see wild Australian animals near Melbourne
View Australian animals in the wild near Melbourne, such as kangaroos, wombats and penguins on these great day trips. One of the highlights of visiting Australia is seeing the local wildlife. Many visitors revel in seeing kangaroos bounding along in the wild. Or gazing up into a eucalyptus tree to see a cuddly koala snuggled […]
11 Fun Facts about the Little Penguins on Phillip Island
Here’s 11 fun facts about the Little Penguins on Phillip Island – the stars of the nightly Penguin Parade. The highlight of our Phillip Island Day Tour from Melbourne is watching thousands of Little Penguins waddle out of the ocean and across the sand at Summerland Beach. The nightly Penguin Parade has long been a […]
The Nobbies and Seal Rocks at Phillip Island
Take a tour to Phillip Island to discover The Nobbies and Seal Rocks, as well as the famous Little Penguin colony. Just under 2 hours drive from Melbourne is Phillip Island. It is famous for the colony of Little Penguins that make their homes on the island. Each night thousands of these penguins return from […]
Our Top Tips for the Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Here’s our top tips for the Phillip Island Penguin Parade, to help you make the most of this unforgettable day trip from Melbourne. The highlight of our Melbourne day tour to Phillip Island is the nightly Penguin Parade. Every evening after sunset, thousands of Little Penguins emerge from the ocean and waddle across the beach […]
Guide to being eco-friendly at Phillip Island
With the help of Go West tour guide Joel (aka @McVenturer), who is a passionate environmentalist and avid adventurer, we have put together a guide to being eco-friendly at Phillip Island. Being an eco-certified company, we feel a strong responsibility to act as environmentally friendly as possible. We are passionate about preserving and protecting the […]
Guide to Phillip Island
If you are planning to visit Melbourne and you love animals, be sure to read our Guide to Phillip Island. Phillip Island is home to a lot of Australian wildlife, making it an incredible place to explore. Along with wallabies, sea birds, Cape Barren Geese and bandicoots, the highlight of your visit is sure to […]
