Top Phillip Island Sightseeing Tours

Witness the spectacular coastal scenery of Australia on a 4-hour whale watching cruise around Phillip Island. Climb aboard a stylish vessel with a professional guide and scour the sea for sightings of rare wildlife. See thousands of fur seals at Seal Rocks; keep your eyes peeled for rare seabirds like the shy albatross and little penguin; and marvel at dolphins diving out of the water with incredible grace. With luck, enjoy the unforgettable experience of watching humpback whales in their natural environment on this exhilarating cruise.

Enjoy the Melbourne attractions and activities that interest you most with this flexible attractions pass. There are multiple options to choose from to suit your schedule—select a pass that offers unlimited attractions for a set number of days, or select a flexi pass that offers a set number of attractions within a longer time period. Then explore Melbourne however you wish, choosing from numerous experiences such as the zoo, Melbourne Skydeck, a river cruise, or entry to Healesville Sanctuary.

Discover Phillip Island your way with the Island Explorer Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus — the easiest and most flexible way to experience the island’s top attractions without the need for a car. Enjoy unlimited access to our small-group sightseeing loop connecting you to must-see locations including the Chocolate Factory, Koala Conservation Centre, Churchill Island, The Nobbies, local wineries, beaches, and more. With regular departures and convenient stops throughout the day, you can hop on and off at your own pace while our friendly local drivers provide helpful tips and insights along the way. Designed specifically for visitors to Phillip Island, this service offers the perfect balance of freedom and local expertise — all with the premium service standards that Local Way Tours is known for. Whether you’re staying on the island or visiting for the day, Island Explorer makes exploring Phillip Island effortless, comfortable, and completely flexible.

Unlock the best of Melbourne in 2 or 3 days and save up to 75% on access to unmissable experiences. From stunning skyline views at the Skydeck to thrilling wildlife encounters in Phillip Island Nature Parks, the Melbourne Unlimited Pass offers a perfect mix of adventure and culture. Explore historical landmarks, enjoy family-friendly activities, and immerse yourself in interactive exhibits that bring the city's vibrant spirit to life. With a free digital destination guide, map, and multimedia self-guided walking tour included, navigating Melbourne's best attractions has never been easier.

Cape Woolamai was shaped by millions of years of violent ocean swells and fierce Antarctic winds. On this coastal self-guided audio tour, you’ll discover how this dramatic granite headland became the setting for one of Australia’s most successful conservation programs. You’ll also explore sea caves carved by hydraulic action, pink granite cliffs that supplied stone for Melbourne’s Parliament House, and the nesting grounds of seabirds that migrate 15,000 kilometres from Alaska each year. The tour starts at Woolamai Surf Beach, a designated National Surfing Reserve known for its powerful waves and dangerous rip currents. Along the way, you’ll hear about how George Bass landed his open whaleboat in 1798, naming this fish-shaped headland after the Eora word for snapper, and explore the ruins of the granite quarry that once supplied stone for Melbourne’s iconic buildings. The tour ends back at the Woolamai Surf Beach car park where you began your journey.

Join the most unique day trip from Melbourne to Phillip Island for a day of surfing, go-karting, and wildlife encounters. Enjoy a traditional Aussie beach barbecue and see the famous Little Penguins Parade. More than just the Little Penguins, Phillip Island has some of the most amazing surf in Victoria, an exhilarating and spectacular go karting experience, the opportunity to hand feed kangaroos, wallabies and emus. No other tour gives you the opportunity to learn to surf, race go karts and feed Australian animals all in one day! You will have the opportunity to experience a traditional Australian barbeque at the beach, play beach cricket and learn how to kick a footy. These are some very unique Australian experiences, which is unique to this tour. Finally the tour takes you to the most famous of all Phillip Island sights, the nightly Little Penguin Parade. You will have the best fun filled, action packed day exploring all the most amazing activities in Phillip Island!