Are there any do-it-yourself penguin sighting tours on Phillip Island, Australia?
Penguins are a known attraction on Phillip Island. I know there are organised paying penguin sighting tours, such as the Penguin Parade. Is this the only way to see penguins on the island? Are there any do-it-yourself walks around the island from which one can see the penguins?
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There might be one way around paying for the entrance fee to the Penguin Parade. There is a public road (St Helens Road) overlooking the bay to which the penguins come at night, just above the actual Parade. One might actually be able to see the birds from there, if one brings a good pair of binoculars. Below is a screenshot of the map, whose detailed link is here:
The best way to do this would be to get there once the sun sets, so as to avoid being spotted by the Rangers, who might come and ask you to leave.
It is worthy to note that watching penguins from up there doesn't even begin to compare with seeing them close-up at the parade. IMHO it was money well spent.
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Can you see Phillip Island penguins for free?
Can you see penguins on Phillip Island for free? The answer is yes. But it's nothing like the penguin parade. Although thousands of penguins come into the peninsula each night, it's all shut off from the public to protect them, so your chance of seeing vast numbers is nil.How do you see the penguins at Phillip Island?
Every sunset on the glorious Phillip Island, you can see penguins waddling onto the beach known as the "Penguin Parade". Up to 1,200 penguins can be seen in one night (if you're lucky!). Fortunately for you, the penguins never take a public holiday and they parade all year round.How much does it cost to see penguins at Phillip Island?
Minimum age 12 years. Prices from $88.00.Can you see penguins during the day Phillip Island?
You can see penguins all year round, regardless of the weather. The Penguin Parade is outside, so pack a rain coat or umbrella if rain is predicted. What should I bring to the Penguin Parade? The Penguin Parade is at sunset and outside.Experience Penguins on Phillip Island
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