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Welcome to Victoria's Island sanctuary.
Idyllic beaches, captivating coastlines, family fun activities and world-class events, adventure awaits you on Phillip Island, just 90 minutes from Melbourne. See Little Penguins return to their burrows on sunset, watch inquisitive seals play at sea, go in search of whales and be in awe of natural scenery on a coastal walk.
All this is possible and so much more – a natural playground for
every curious spirit.
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Be awed by Phillip Island's natural beauty! Explore idyllic beaches, rugged coastlines and natural bush remnants. Walk, cycle or drive and experience Phillip Island's natural spaces all year round.
See unique Australian wildlife like never before on Phillip Island. Watch the famous Little Penguins waddle in on sunset, see thousands of Australian fur seals up close, stroll tree-top boardwalks to spot koalas, hand-feed a kangaroo and see majestic whales migrating past in the Wintertime!
Immerse yourself in Phillip Island's adventure activities and family fun that will be sure to make your visit to Phillip Island a memorable one! Get lost in a maze, race around a mini-replica go-kart track, witness the spectacular rock formation of Cape Woolamai from the ocean, learn to surf and watch chocolatiers at work!
Taste the flavours of Phillip Island and discover our passionate producers, modern cafes, restaurants, wineries and breweries!
Summertime on Phillip Island 🏖 There’s still a few weeks left of summer and time to enjoy wide-open spaces and of course, your happy places! If you plan on hitting the beach in the next few days, please remember to find a patrolled beach via Woolamai Beach SLSC and check conditions before entering the water. Thanks for tagging #phillipisland ingrid.hendriksen.photography on Instagram and this stunning aerial shot of Smiths Beach! #seeaustralia #visitvictoria #stayclosegofurther ------- #summertime #beachesaustralia #australia #travelaustralia #regionalvictoria #surfbeach #surfingaustralia #nature #naturephotography #visitmelbourne #regionalvic #roadtripforgood #outdoodadventure #abcmyphoto #natgeoyourshot
“Cuteness overload on my back fence” islandnaturelover snapped this visiting baby kookaburra and is this not the cutest! 😍 Phillip Island is a haven for bird watching. Explore the island's coastal areas, wetlands and bushland, and be delighted by the diverse range of bird species that inhabit the area! #phillipisland #seeaustralia #visitvictoria #stayclosegofurther
“Bang Bang bar and food… ok so third night on Phillip Island and this place is the most incredible place we’ve eaten! Everything was incredibly delicious!” nats_life_blog. Located in Cape Woolamai, bangbangphillipisland is a breezy coastal bar offering a wide range of beer, gin and rum served alongside fragrant Asian fusion dishes. nats_life_blog “I would even go as far to say that in the two years I’v been in Melbourne, this is the best food I’ve eaten.” Vegetarian and Vegan dishes also available #phillipisland #seeaustralia #visitvictoria #stayclosegofurther
If you love scenic walks, then you will want to add the Cape Woolamai Walk to your Phillip Island bucket list! Cape Woolamai, the highest point on Phillip Island, offers stunning coastal views and is home for up to a million shearwaters between October and April each year. This area is a hiker's delight with an array of walks to choose from, all offering breathtaking views and scenery! Trails to explore include the Pinnacles Walk, Old Granite Quarry Walk and Cape Woolamai Beacon Walk - which takes you up to the highest point on the Island for spectacular, panoramic views. Walk left along the beach from the car park, for about 1km, then take the stairs up and follow the signs for your chosen trail! #phillipisland #seeaustralia #visitvictoria #stayclosegofurther ---- #walks #walkingtrails #walksbasscoast #walksvictoria #hikingvictoria #outdooradventures #visitmelbourne #melbournetodo #australia #takemetoaustralia #regionalvic #victoriaaustralia #capewoolamai #scenicwalks
Love accommodation that oozes charm? Relax in the tranquil surrounds that make genestahouse one of Phillip Island’s oldest and most popular and established boutique Guesthouses. Offering boutique accommodation in the heart of Cowes, Genesta House is situated five minutes walk from the stunning north facing Cowes Beach and an easy walking distance to the many varied restaurants and shops! genestahouse offers three individually decorated suites, all with new ensuites, individual heating and cooling, private in-room continental breakfast, and free Wi-Fi. All rooms have a verandah overlooking the beautiful gardens, featuring 100-year-old trees and pond. 📸clairedavie #phillipisland #seeaustralia #visitvictotia #stayclosegofurther
🌅“No photoshop required! The sunset here the other night was amazing” lukehuysmans took this stunning shot of the Cowes Jetty as the sky turned an array of oranges and yellow! What’s your favourite time of year for sunsets? #phillipisland #seeaustralia #visitvictoria
The phillipislandnp Koala Reserve offers a range of activities and opportunities to explore lush native bushland and see iconic Australian wildlife in their natural habitat. 🐨Wander the two treetop boardwalks for superb up-close koala viewing and explore the six hectares of Australian bushland on the easily accessible trails. Uncover the amazing lives of koalas with the interactive displays in the new visitor centre and learn more about what community groups like the Friends of Koalas or Barb Martin Bushbank are doing to help local wildlife! #phillipisland #seeaustralia #visitvictoria #stayclosegofurther 🎥 clairedavie ----- #koalas #koalasofinstagram #australianwildlife #australiananimals #australia #visitmelbourne #melbournetodo #melbourne #wildlifeplanet #naturephotography #natgeoyourshot #natgeotravel #sustainability #ecotourism #regionalvictoria #regionalvic #conservationaustralia #roadtripforgood
“There's just something about a staircase to the beach that is so visually pleasing 🏖” berry.nice.photography - we would have to agree! Surround by water, Phillip Island offers many opportunities to enjoy the areas spectacular coastal scenery and beautiful beaches by foot, kayak or boat! Thanks for tagging #phillipisland berry.nice.photography. #seeaustralia #visitvictoria #stayclosegofurther ----- #islandstairway #islandstaircase #beachesaustralia #australianbeaches #exploremore #australia #natgeowild #natgeoyourshot #natgeotravel #holidayherethisyear #basscoast #visitmelbourne #melbourne #melbournetodo #takemetoaustralia #kayakingaustralia #boatingvictoria #regionalvictoria #regionalvic
Great coffee, sensational sandwiches and good company ☕️ Open 7 days a week, gdaytiger is located on a corner of Cowes’ main thoroughfare, only 30 seconds from the beach. You will find weekly rotating beans sourced from guest roasters across Melbourne. Filter coffee is served both hot and cold, while those seeking espresso can choose from a Seven Seeds blend or rotating single origins. Brining the Melbourne coffee scene to Phillip Island, gdaytiger offers more than just coffee, there's a host of sandwiches. Look out for the Reuben: beef pastrami, sauerkraut, pickles, swiss cheese and “Tiger” sauce! #phillipisland #seeaustralia #visitvictoria #stayclosegofurther 📸 clairedavie ----- #coffee #coffeelover #cowes #cafe #visitmelbourne #melbournefoodie #melbournefoodblogger #cofffeeshop #basscoast #regionalvictoria #regionalvic #eatanddrinklocal #melbournecoffee
Victoria’s only Jetboat Tour, oceanadventurespi Drift Jet Boat is a must-do activity on Phillip Island! This tour is the perfect mix of adventure filled fun and epic scenery. The 35-minute tour takes you across the beautiful turquoise water alongside the granite cliff coast of Cape Woolamai. This Tour is a great way to cool down over summer and see Phillip Island in all its rugged beauty! Ocean Adventures Phillip Island also offers a range of other activities including the Thundercat tour, scuba diving and jetski & seascooter Tours! #phillipisland #stayclosegofurther #visitvictoria #seeaustralia
If you are planning on hitting the beach this weekend, please remember to find a patrolled beach and swim between the flags. This weekend Smiths Beach, Cowes Foreshore and Cape Woolamai are being patrolled by woolamaislsc from 10am - 6pm. 🏖 Cowes Beach is a low wave beach and is an ideal spot for a family beach day out! #phillipisland #seeaustralia #stayclosegofurther #visitvictoria
michael.y.anthony "Exploring the sea caves of Phillip Island" Set out on an adventure and explore the sea caves formed by erosion of the cliffs over many years. The Forrest Caves walk is only accessible on low tide and passes by large sand dunes, home to thousands of short-tailed shearwaters from October to April. 🚶♂️Starting at the Forrest Caves car park, walk up the steps from and turn left when you get to the beach. This easy walk is 2km return but make sure you check the tides before leaving! #phillipisland #seeaustralia #visitvictoria #stayclosergofurther #forrestcavesphillipisland #regionalvic #visitaustralia #exploreaustralia #hiking #outdoors #naturelover #naturephotography #outdoorslife #abcmyphoto #natgeoyourshot #visitmelbourne
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Ocean Adventures Phillip Island specialises in fun, safe and personal adventure based tourism for the whole family, couples and travellers. Ocean Adventures show cases some of Phillip Islands most majestic scenery both above and below the water. Ocean Adventures Drift Jetboat Tour and Thundercat…
A Maze’N Things is a unique, award-winning theme park located on Phillip Island. It is an exciting world of illusions, puzzles, mazes, magic and mini golf that provides hours of fun, magic and adventure. Families, school groups, social groups and couples young and old have spent hours challenging…
Wildlife Coast Cruises is an environmentally accredited boat tour operator providing unique wildlife experiences and stunning scenic cruises around Phillip Island and Wilsons Promontory.The flagships are the Kasey Lee and the Brianna Lee (65-foot catamarans) are crewed by friendly and professional…
There is just no other way of experiencing the majestic Phillip Island coastal scenery than from the air with Phillip Island Helicopters. Phillip Island Helicopters operate scenic flights over Australia's most varied coastline with prices starting from just $90 per person. There are seven flights…
Get in touch with wildlife at Maru Koala and Animal Park. Enjoy hand feeding and patting the koalas, kangaroos and wallabies, which includes rare albino animals. Join hourly koala tours inside the koala enclosure with the opportunity to have your professional photo taken with one of the koalas. See…
Pannys makes the finest and most delectable treats, with more than 190 different varieties. Naturally dominated by chocolate, but also including such delectable's as a choc dipped bananas, rocky roads, Turkish delight and ginger. Entry to the cafe and factory direct retail store is free, as too is…
Take a step back in time and explore the heritage and tranquil scenery of Churchill Island’s extensive farm grounds and beautiful gardens. The Cape Barren geese greet you, honking and showing off their bright green beaks as you wind your way up through the paddocks. The Highland cattle lift their…
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