Get set to see the cutest Little Penguins ever, as they waddle from the sea daily at sunset to return to their burrows overnight at Summerland Beach.
It’s a sight you won’t forget.
Attractions
Phillip Island is also home to a large colony of Australian fur seals that can be seen at Nobbies outcrop.
You can also stroll along tree top boardwalks to spot koalas and hand feed kangaroos – it is a nature lover’s paradise.
Take a dip at one of the beautiful beaches, a coastal walk and a wildlife cruise.
For a scenic bird’s eye view step up for a Phillip Island Helicopter flight over the island.
The Phillip Island Circuit is home to motorcycle and car racing.
Stay
Accommodation ranges from camping, glamping, beach villas, bed and breakfasts, hotels, motels, and resorts. Silverwater Resort set above the hills of San Remo offers a range of 170 rooms and apartments and you can dine at the Watermark Restaurant. It is close to surf and swimming beaches and golf courses.
Kaloha Holiday Resort in Cowes has beach frontage and offers camping, motel rooms and beach villas. There’s a children’s playground and on-site restaurant.
Dine
Dining options are many including quaint pubs, cafes and restaurants with menus showcasing local produce. Waterboy Cafe, M and O Cafe & Tapas and G’Day Tiger are popular.
Drop into Bassine Specialty Cheeses where you will find homemade artisan farmhouse cheeses including a range of soft cheeses- feta, brie, camembert, washed rind, coulommiers, halloumi, ricotta, and marinated feta.
Purple Hen Winery at Rhyll produces premium cool climate wines and Ocean Reach Brewing in Cowes make a variety of craft beer.
