About this experience
Get access to three parks at Phillip Island Nature Park. The nature park features wildlife reserves, wetlands, walking tracks and breathtaking coastlines. It's also home to Australia's most popular wildlife attraction; the Penguin Parade, the Koala Conservation Centre, and Churchill Island Heritage Farm. Get to watch the Penguin Parade, plus get an open-dated admission to the Koala Conservation Reserve and Churchill Island.
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Phillip Island Nature Parks, Ventnor Road, Summerlands VIC, Australia
Present your mobile or printed ticket at the entry gate of each park. The Penguin Parade is located at Summerlands; the Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island are separate sites — check the official Phillip Island Nature Parks website for exact locations and daily opening hours before you travel.
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- Your booking confirmation (mobile or printed)
- Warm layers — evenings at the Penguin Parade can be cold, even in summer
- Closed-toe shoes for the boardwalks and farm tracks
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Frequently asked questions
What time do the penguins arrive, and when should I get there?
The penguins come ashore at sunset, which varies throughout the year. Check the official arrival time calendar at https://bit.ly/3N7pg5E before your visit. Plan to arrive at least one hour before the listed penguin arrival time — a ranger talk begins roughly 30 minutes beforehand, and all guests must be seated by then.
Are the Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island on the same day as the Penguin Parade?
Not necessarily. The Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island admissions are open-dated, so you can visit them on a different day if you prefer. The Penguin Parade ticket is date-specific and must be used on the date you select at booking.
Is there any disruption to the Penguin Parade boardwalk at the moment?
Yes — the main boardwalk is under construction and is expected to be completed by late December 2025. During this period, General Viewing ticket holders access the east and west stands via the Shearwater Boardwalk. The viewing experience itself is unaffected.
Do I need to print my tickets, or is a mobile ticket accepted?
Mobile tickets are accepted at all three parks, so there is no need to print anything. Simply show your booking confirmation on your phone at each entry gate.
Are the parks accessible for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility?
Phillip Island Nature Parks has accessible facilities at its sites, but terrain and boardwalk conditions vary. Check the official Phillip Island Nature Parks website for up-to-date accessibility information for each specific park before your visit.
What are the opening hours for each park?
Opening hours vary by park and by season. The official Phillip Island Nature Parks website lists daily hours for each attraction — it is worth checking before you travel, particularly for the Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island.
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Phillip Island Nature Parks
Phillip Island Nature Parks is a not-for-profit conservation organisation managing over 1,800 hectares of protected land on Phillip Island, with proceeds from visitor admissions directly funding wildlife research and habitat restoration.