Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes

Spend the day exploring Phillip Island and Brighton Beach on this day trip from Melbourne. See native wildlife at the Maru Koala and Animal Park and coastal views at Brighton Beach, Nobbies Boardwalk, and Phillip Island Penguin Parade. Start the day by being picked up by an air-conditioned vehicle and head to Brighton Beach. Explore the area and take photos of the iconic Brighton beach boxes. From here, you can also see views of the Melbourne skyline. Next is a visit to Maru Koala and Animal Park. Here you can see a variety of species of Australian animals who live on the property. There will be time to purchase lunch here before driving to the next location. Stop at Nobbies Tourist and Information Center to learn about Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rock precinct. Then walk along Nobbies Boardwalk and enjoy coastal views. After a relaxing walk along Nobbies Boardwalk, visit Phillip Island Penguin Parade. Purchase dinner before watching the penguins emerge from the rolling waves and make their way across the sand to their burrows. From here, head back to Melbourne and be dropped off at your accommodation.

Important:The exact departure time will between 8am to 12pm, the exact time provided 12 Hours before departing by SMS or E-mail. Enjoy a full-day trip from Melbourne to some of its must-see attractions in the company of your driver guide. Witness colorful beach huts, an old steam train, seals, and penguins as you make the most of your time without the stress of having to arrange your own schedule. Meet your driver-guide in the Melbourne Central Business District, then head for your first stop at the Brighton Bathing Boxes. Be enchanted by these vibrant, multi-coloured beach huts which make the perfect backdrop for selfies or group shots. Next, get ready to go back in time to the age of steam. Ride the hundred-year-old Puffing Billy Steam Train and feel as you are in a fairytale world as you puff through the atmospheric and scenic route. Next, Maru Koala and Animal Park(at your own expense). Maru is a family-run attraction where you can see koalas, wombats, crocodiles, kangaroos, Australian birds, wallabies, Tasmanian devils, dingoes, emus and even more!（According to Puffing Billy Train schedule，might not be available） Next,Visit Phillip Island Chocolate Factory(at your own expense). Phillip Island Chocolate Factory is a celebration of all things chocolate with unique attractions, interactive machines, fascinating facts, delicious chocolates to try, chocolatiers working away, and you can make your chocolate creation to take away. (Might not be available during daylight saving time, from Oct to Mar) Next, take in the outstanding views at the Nobbies Centre, a rugged rocky outcrop with magnificent coastal views. Look out for friendly ocean creatures at Seal Rocks, Australia's largest colony of fur seals. Complete your trip with a visit to Phillip Island Nature Parks. Settle into your chair in the tiered seating section to be awed by Penguin Parade, and watch these little creatures waddle home as you overlook floodlit Summerland Beach.

This tour departs from Melbourne and includes the very best of the region’s wildlife. Journey to the city’s most colourful attraction, the iconic Brighton Beach bathing boxes, for an opportunity to visit the beach and take some time to admire these historic landmarks. Take a guided tour of Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, and get an opportunity to interact with and learn about an array of Australian animals. Hand feed the kangaroos, emus, and wallabies and learn about the numerous breeding programs undertaken here to preserve many endangered native species including Tasmanian Devils, Spotted Quolls, and Southern Hairy-nosed Wombats. Afterward, enjoy a visit to Point Grant and The Nobbies, taking in the views of Westernport Bay, Bass Strait, and Seal Rocks, home to Australia’s largest fur seal population. Finally, it's time for the main event. As the sun goes down each evening, the world’s smallest penguins come ashore after fishing out at sea all day. Your guide will help you get the best seats possible so you'll have a great view of the Penguin Parade.

Just like our Skyline Scenic the flight path will take you over Flemington Racecourse, towards the South Western side of the city. Check out Docklands and Marvel stadium before your flight continues to Albert Park Lake (Famous for the Melbourne GP) and the St Kilda beaches. From here we will extend our flight at low level along the coast all the way to Brighton Beach. See the iconic beach boxes and maybe even some sea life. Before tracking back north to fly over the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Park and along the northern side of the city.

This all inclusive tour begins with your driver and tour guide picking you up from your location. The drive will take you along the scenic route which follows the curves of Port Phillip Bay, until we reach our first destination - Dendy St Beach. After a short photo session at the beach your luxury, air-conditioned, leather seated vehicle will take you further along the scenic coastal route where you will experience the breath-taking views of the bay on side and be amazed at the beautiful architecture of the various palatial villas on the other side. There will be opportunities to stop for photos. Our first key Peninsula destination is the Moonlit Sanctuary, about 60km from Melbourne's CBD. You will spend 90 minutes here enjoying the various wildlife that live at the sanctuary. You will see and hear Australian native animals such as the koala, kangaroo, dingo, wombat and many others. There are animal sessions for you to enjoy where trained wildlife staff discuss the lives and habits of various native animals. Our final destination is The Eagle, where you will fly high in a chairlift and the end of which you will be invited to enjoy an Australian picnic dinner in a bush setting. To burn those newly acquired calories, we go for a short bushwalk to a lookout where you will have great view of the Peninsula, before being chauffeured back to your destination.

Embark on an enchanting journey through the Mornington Peninsula, a haven of tranquility and scenic beauty, where camaraderie, exploration, and relaxation intertwine to create an unforgettable day tour. Don't miss the chance to indulge in this captivating experience that promises an array of delights and discoveries. As you're picked up, start the day with a coffee and meet your fellow travelers. The drive from Melbourne to Mornington becomes an avenue for connections, where stories intertwine, setting the tone for an enriching day ahead. Our adventure commences with a stop at the iconic and vibrant Brighton Bathing Boxes, an ideal spot for a picturesque snapshot against the backdrop of these colorful beachside structures. Next, ascend to Arthurs Seat, where panoramic views await, offering a breathtaking vista of the Peninsula. A short journey leads to the acclaimed Red Hill Brewery and/or the esteemed Point Leo Estate winery. Immerse yourself in the flavors of meticulously crafted beers or savor the exquisite wines, each sip revealing the essence of this celebrated region. Continuing our odyssey, we venture to additional wineries, absorbing the unique charm and indulging in the finest vintages. En route, marvel at the natural wonder of the Blowhole and find serenity at the Cape Schanck Lighthouse and Boardwalk, offering glimpses of nature's majestic beauty. It's time for a delightful interlude at St Andrews Brewery, where a lunch spread featuring local produce awaits. Savor the flavors of the region, a culmination of culinary expertise and fresh, seasonal ingredients. The journey unfolds with the option to explore more wineries, unwind at the blissful hot springs, or immerse in the scenic allure of Sorrento and Portsea. Revel in the choices: from wine tastings to rejuvenating soaks or captivating sights. As the day winds down, filled with captivating moments and cherished experiences, we head back to Melbourne, reaching our final destination around 6.30 PM. Reflect on the day's adventures, the camaraderie shared, and the captivating landscapes encountered, carrying with you the essence of the Mornington Peninsula's beauty. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in an exceptional day tour, where every stop unveils new wonders, every sip reveals the essence of the region's finest, and every moment becomes a cherished memory of your Mornington Peninsula escapade.

The Peninsula Scenic Driving Tour begins with your driver and tour guide picking you up from your location and heading towards Albert Park Lake. Driving around the lake will will take you along the formula 1 track that is used as part of the Melbourne Formula 1. There is a photo stop at the pits and starting line where you can see and feel the actual location that is viewed by millions of people around the world during the actual race. After doing a lap of the circuit you will be taken through St Kilda and along the scenic route which follows the curves of Port Phillip Bay, until you reach another key destination - Dendy St Beach. This is the beach that is made famous by the colourful bathing huts, and is the most photographed beach in Victoria. After a short photo session at the beach your driver and guide will take the inland route by freeway to the heights of the Mornington Peninsula. The destination is Arthurs Seat, which offers amazing views from various lookouts at different points of the mountain. After an explore and photo shoots from the heights of Arthurs Seat you will be chauffeured back to sea level and taken along the coastal route towards Melbourne. The scenic coastal route offers a diverse range of climates where you will experience the breath-taking views of the bay on one side and in many places you will be amazed at the beautiful architecture of the various palatial villas on the other side. There will be opportunities to stop for photos in a number of key locations, and be prepared to spend a little more than four hours on this great all weather driving tour.

This full-day tour is the perfect experience for coastal and native animal lovers. After being picked up from your CBD accommodation in your private vehicle, we will explore the famous Brighton Beach Boxes, where you can take photos and enjoy the view of the Melbourne Skyline and Port Philip Bay. We will also stop at Maru Koala and Animal Park where you can get up close to native animals such as koalas and kangaroos. Feel free to purchase your own lunch or snacks at this venue. Then, we will continue to Philip Island, where you will take in the glorious views of the Nobbies and Seal Rock region from the Nobbies Lookout and Boardwalk. Last stop is the world-famous Penguin Parade, where you can purchase dinner and watch the penguins emerge from the rolling waves and make their way across the sand to their burrows. During the tour, you can follow along in many different languages through our website app so you don’t miss a thing (languages include Arabic, Chinese simplified, Chinese traditional, English, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish and Thai).