We visited Phillip Island in early April 2008 and purchased the "Penguins Plus" option for our penguin viewing. It was wonderful. We were able to watch the penguins waddle up from the sea - there were hundreds of them. With the "plus" option not only are you able to view the penguins emerging from the sea, but there is a... more

We came here for Valentine's Day and we fell in love with the little chaps as they waddled back from the beach to their homes. You can self-drive to see the penguins on Philip Island. Just call ahead and book. You don't really need to be part of an organised tour. Bear in mind that Melbourne rush-hour traffic is mental.... more

My mother and I visited the penguin parade in January. As we had left it too late, we missed out on platform tickets and decided not to go with general admission, but to splash out on the $60 'Ultimate Experience.' Boy was it a great choice! Our friendly guide had everything we needed- padded seats, binoculars, and a headphone set... more

We visited this attraction as a final stop on a bus tour so the centre was already very busy when we arrived - in fact my only complaint is perhaps that it was a wee bit overcrowded but once we all took up our positions for the parade there seemed to be room for everyone which did surprise us. It... more

We stayed in Melbourne, and it's approx an hour and a half drive down to Phillip Island. You need to be at the penguin centre by 7.30pm to witness the parade - it's better to pre-book as it's so popular. Wrap up warm too, and maybe even take a cushion, as you're sat on wooden benches for a couple of... more