Take a fun and interactive virtual journey into the wonderful world of the Southern Ocean and Antarctica.
Enter The Lab and feel the freeze of the Antarctic Chill Zone, compare your thermal image to an Emperor penguin’s, visit the Research Station, and that’s just for starters.
The Chamber is a breathtaking multimedia experience with huge audio-visual displays and an augmented reality experience that lets you get up close and personal with 'virtual' Antarctic wildlife.
Daily Guided Tours now available at the below times and included in the ticket price
11.00am
1.00pm
3.00pm
These 20 minute Guided Tours commence by the Ticketing Desk.
Bundled tickets
The date of your visit to the Penguin Parade and/or EcoBoat Adventure must be booked and will be printed on your ticket. You may visit the other attractions on your tickets, eg the Koala Reserve, Churchill Island or Antarctic Journey once within six months of the printed date, either before or after your Penguin Parade visit.
- Family ticket includes 2 adults and 2 children (4-15)
Things to know
The Antarctic Journey at the Nobbies closes approximately 2 hours before sunset each day, and the Nobbies Centre itself closes approximately 1 hour before sunset each day to protect the native wildlife.
Daily Guided Tours now available at the below times and included in the ticket price
11.00am
1.00pm
3.00pm
These 20 minute Guided Tours commence by the Ticketing Desk.
Summer: 10am – approx. 7.00pm
Autumn: 10am – approx. 5pm
Winter: 10am – approx. 4pm
Spring: 10am – approx. 6pm
How to get here
By car: Phillip Island is located 90 minutes drive from Melbourne. Allow a further 20 minutes from the bridge to get to the Antarctic Journey. Free car parking on site.
By bus: Public transport is limited on Phillip Island. V-line operates a bus to Phillip Island’s main town, Cowes, from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne city.
Please note that the V-line bus does not go to the Penguin Parade and there are no return buses to Melbourne at the conclusion of the Penguin Parade.
By taxi: Contact Phillip Island Taxis on 03 5952 2200 to arrange transfers on Phillip Island.
Tours and Transport: Contact a Visitor Information Centre in Melbourne or on Phillip Island for tours and transport options
Bundled tickets
The date of your visit to the Penguin Parade and/or EcoBoat Tour must be booked and will be printed on your ticket. You may visit the other attractions on your tickets, eg the Koala Conservation Centre, Churchill Island Heritage Farm or Antarctic Journey once within six months of the printed date, either before or after your Penguin Parade visit.