About the Tour

Puffing Billy with Penguins Day Tour

Expect a day filled with nature, great views and cute wildlife! Experience the diverse natural landscapes of Victoria on this exciting journey. Your tour will take you on a unique heritage train journey through the lush Victoria rainforest, before exploring the breezy coastline of Phillip Island. A day filled with nature, untouched scenery, dramatic coastal views and plenty of wildlife, the Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Day Tour shows the best of native Australian nature – and it’s only a short drive from Melbourne.

Tour Details

Operates: Daily

Departs: 10:00 AM Winter / 12:30 PM Summer

Returns: 10 PM Winter / 12:30 AM Summer

Available Fares

Adult from: $225

Child from: $199 (4-15 years)

Infant from: $160 (0-3 years)

Important Information

Infants under 3 years require a booster seats, please advise child’s age at time of booking

Highlights

Spot native Australian wildlife in its natural habitat
Enjoy an immersive steam train journey through the Australian rainforest
Learn about Victoria’s historic steam train
Marvel at dramatic views of the Bass Strait
Watch the little penguins waddle from the ocean

Itinerary

Puffing Billy with Penguins Day Tour Itinerary

From Melbourne, we’ll head to the Dandenong Ranges National Park, where your adventure begins! We’ll arrive at Belgrave, where you’ll have the chance to grab a coffee/snack before boarding the train. Then, you’ll climb aboard the iconic Puffing Billy steam train.

To get an immersive experience through the rainforest, dangle your legs over the edge of the train to experience this journey in a super unique way! Enjoy the views of the scenic Dandenong Ranges National Park from the train’s viewing platforms.

Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the towering gum trees and watch birds swooping between the tall trees.

Disembark the train and arrive at The Lakeside Visitor Centre. Here, you’ll have time to chill inside this airy café and grab some lunch.

Then, we’ll head on down to Phillip Island, where we’ll arrive at the Nobbies Visitor Centre. Wander around the Nobbies Boardwalks and enjoy the dramatic, sweeping views of the Bass Strait Coast.

Spot the cute little penguins as they snuggle into their cosy burrows on the side of the boardwalk. Look out over to Seal Rock and spot the fur seals basking on the rocks.

After that, it’s time for the Penguin Parade! We’ll head over to Summerland Beach, where we sit in the seating area next to the beach and wait for the penguins to emerge! Watch the penguins in their natural habitat as they emerge from the ocean and waddle towards the shoreline.

After a day of wonderful views and cute wildlife, we’ll head back to Melbourne, where the tour comes to an end.

What's Included?

General admission to the Penguin Parade
1-hour ride on Puffing Billy
Melbourne pick up and drop off
Friendly and informative guide
National Park fees

Pickup Locations

Location	Address	Time
Mercure Melbourne Southbank	9 Riverside Quay, Southbank	9:20 AM – 11:50 AM
Regent Theatre	191 Collins St, Melbourne	9:35 AM – 12:05 PM
Her Majesty’s Theatre	219 Exhibition St, Melbourne	9:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Mail Exchange Hotel	688 Bourke Street	1:00 AM – 12:30 PM