Service Details

French&Phillip Is Wildlife Exp Upgrade to Guided Ranger Tour

Supplier Name:	Explore Australia
Departure Date:
Adults:	Children aged under 17 not catered for. Children aged 17 and above must be costed as Adults.
Price:	A$314.00 On Request
Inclusions:	- National Park fees - Ferry crossing - 2.5 hour guided 4WD adventure on French Island - Afternoon tea (daylight savings) or Lunch (non-daylight savings) - Guided Ranger Tour upgrade at the Penguin Parade - Round-trip transport to and from selected pickup location - Friendly and informative guide What to Bring:
Departure Time:	10:00am (6APR-04OCT), 12:30pm (01APR-05APR, 05OCT-31MAR)
Departure Days:	Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday except 18APR, 19APR, 20APR, 21APR, 25APR, 09JUN, 04NOV, 25DEC, 26DEC, 01JAN, 26JAN, 09MAR
Duration:	12-14 Hours- seasonal return as Penguins waddle in the Sunset
Departure Location:	- Bus stop outside Mail Exchange Hotel (Across from Southern Cross train Station)- 688 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Departure/ Pickup Info:	- Mail Exchange Hotel, 688 Bourke St. - Regent Theatre, 191 Collins St. - Her Majesty's Theatre, 219 Exhibition St. - Travelodge Southbank, 9 Riverside Quay Southbank,.

*Pickup Request:	Note: Pickup requests are subject to confirmation.
itinerary:	~~ 01-Apr-2025 to 31-Mar-2026~~Valid for 01APR25-31MAR26: Start off your journey with a short ferry crossing across Western Port Bay to French Island. Cruise over the crystal-blue sea, taking in views of the picturesque scenery along the way. Arrive on French Island, a hidden treasure of wilderness and where your guided 4WD tour will take place. Buzz around the island as your guide shares the knowledge of the surrounding environment. Admire the koalas and the vast array of wildlife that inhabits the island. Stop at a local farm gate, experiencing how locals live. Travel then by ferry across Western Port Bay to one of Australia's most amazing locations, Phillip Island, which is world-renowned and locally loved. Explore this magical place, home to some of the greatest surf conditions, amazing beaches, native Australian wildlife, and the world-famous motorbike circuit. Set off then on a short adventure to Point Grant, known by the locals as Nobbies. Marvel at the remarkable natural sights and discover the home to a seal colony, dramatic sea bluffs, and panoramic ocean views. To finish off the journey, get up close and personal with some cute little penguins and listen to expert ranger commentary on the lives of these delightful creatures at the Penguin Parade. Upgrade to the Guided Ranger Tour joining your ranger guide for an informative journey through the penguin colony, enjoying their commentary via personal headset.~~~~
Important Info:	Valid for 01APR25-31MAR26: - Photography at the Penguin Parade is strictly not allowed, for any photography whether flash or not affects the Penguin's safety. - Guests must be over 16 years old to participate in the guided ranger tour. - Low level of difficulty, most travellers can participate. - Dietaries must be advised at the time of booking or 72 hours prior to the tour departure. - Please wear comfortable and weather-appropriate clothes and shoes. - A refillable water bottle is recommended - Not wheelchair accessible - Weather and sea conditions, as well as tidal variations can make operations challenging to/from French Island. - If the ferry to French Island is cancelled this part of the tour will be replaced with other attractions. Cancellation Policy Valid for 01APR24-31MAR26: - No refund if bookings cancelled 48 hours or less prior to travel or in the event of no-show. I have read and agree to the important notes.
Special Requests: (240 Char Limit)	Note: Special requests generate directly to the service provider and cannot be guaranteed.