Churchill Island Tickets & Optional Entry to Phillip Island Nature Parks
Churchill Island Tickets & Optional Entry to Phillip Island Nature Parks
Duration: 2 hours
2 hours
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Enjoy entry to Churchill Island, a historic heritage farm with 19th-century buildings, scenic gardens, and daily farming demonstrations.
Opt for the 3 Parks Pass to experience three of Phillip Island’s top attractions with one convenient ticket.
Witness the famous Penguin Parade from the general viewing platform at Phillip Island National Park as little penguins return to shore at sunset.
Visit the Koala Conservation Reserve and stroll treetop boardwalks for up-close views of koalas in their natural habitat.
Upgrade to the Penguins Plus option for a premium viewing experience from a limited-capacity platform right next to the penguins’ main pathway.
Choose the Underground Viewing upgrade to watch the penguins at eye level from a weatherproof indoor space with floor-to-ceiling glass windows.
Make the most of your visit with flexible options to customize your penguin parade experience for comfort and the best views.
Entry to Churchill Island
Entry to Penguin Parade at Phillip Island National Park
Penguin parade from general viewing platform
Entry to Koala Conservation Reserve
Access to Penguins Plus viewing platform
Closest penguin pathway viewing
Limited-capacity beachfront stand
Access to underground viewing platform
Eye-level penguin encounters
Weatherproof indoor platform
Visitors interacting with a horse at Churchill Island farm.
Step back in time and experience nature with a visit to Churchill Island
Enjoy a peaceful escape to Churchill Island, a scenic and historically rich destination just off the coast of Phillip Island. With your entry ticket, explore one of Victoria’s earliest European settlements, featuring a working heritage farm, charming cottages, and sweeping coastal views.
Explore a living piece of history
Wander the walking trails and watch daily heritage farming activities like sheep shearing, cow milking, and blacksmithing. Visit the restored 19th-century homestead and original cottages, beautifully furnished with period antiques. From historic machinery to idyllic landscapes, this self-guided visit offers a relaxing and educational experience for all ages.
Upgrade to the 3 Parks Pass
Enhance your visit with the 3 Parks Pass, which includes entry to these additional Phillip Island Nature Parks attractions:
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Penguin Parade: Witness the world-famous Penguin Parade from the general viewing platform as hundreds of little penguins waddle ashore at dusk.
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Koala Conservation Reserve: Stroll treetop boardwalks and spot koalas in their natural habitat while learning about conservation efforts to protect Australia's beloved marsupials.
Penguin Parade upgrades
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Penguins Plus: Upgrade your Penguin Parade experience with access to the limited-capacity Penguins Plus viewing platform. Located along the most active penguin pathway, it offers the closest and most immersive view of the nightly parade from a secluded beachfront stand.
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Underground viewing: For an all-weather experience, choose the underground viewing option. Watch the penguins at eye level through large, ground-level windows as they cross just inches from your point of view—ideal for photographers and wildlife lovers.
Whether you stick to Churchill Island or opt for the full 3 Parks experience, this is a wonderful journey into the heart of Victoria’s natural and cultural heritage.
Sheep herding demonstration at Churchill Island, Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Couple enjoying coffee at a cafe on Churchill Island.
Visitors interacting with a horse at Churchill Island farm.
Sheep herding demonstration at Churchill Island, Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Couple enjoying coffee at a cafe on Churchill Island.
Blacksmith working at an anvil in Churchill Island, Phillip Island Nature Parks.
What to bring
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Bring along your sunscreen, sunglasses, hat reusable water bottle, insect repellant, binoculars, and camera.
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It's recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking.
What's not allowed
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Strictly no photography or video (with or without flash) is permitted after sunset during the Penguin Parade to protect the penguins.
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All Phillip Island Nature Parks attractions are cashless—only contactless payments are accepted.
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Smoking, pets, animals, and drones are not allowed on this experience.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessibility.
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This experience is suitable for people with sensory needs.
Additional information
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Visitors can bring assistance animals certified by a registered authority and must remain on designated paths and restrained by a harness or lead.
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Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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For the Penguin Parade, penguins arrive at sunset each evening, with typical arrival times ranging from 8:30 to 9pm in summer (Dec–Feb), 7 to 8pm in autumn (Mar–May), 5:15 to 6pm in winter (Jun–Aug), and 6:30 to 8pm in spring (Sep–Nov).
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All revenue supports conservation, research, and wildlife rescue at Phillip Island.
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Please note: On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, both Churchill Island and the Koala Conservation Sanctuary will open 2 hours later than usual, at 12pm. If you’re planning a morning visit, be sure to adjust your itinerary.
Working barn and blacksmith shop at Churchill Island, Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Sheep shearing demonstration with a dog and lamb at Churchill Island.
Blacksmith working at an anvil in Churchill Island, Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Working barn and blacksmith shop at Churchill Island, Phillip Island Nature Parks.
Sheep shearing demonstration with a dog and lamb at Churchill Island.
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