9 Bird Tours by Train Worth Flying For

1.Puffing Billy Train & Penguin Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 605 reviews · 12 hours · from $145Our pick

Review of Melbourne’s Puffing Billy and Phillip Island tour, with train tips, Penguin Parade advice, pricing, timing, and what to expect.

“The whole day was just fantastic. From the friendly, easy pick up to the customised Australian music selection on the bus - to the wonderful guide, Gina - and then of course the once in a lifetime experiences of the Puffing Billy and the Penguin Parade. Thank you so much explorer Australia for making our birthday celebration for Michael so memorable. We will highly recommend.”

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2.Puffing Billy Railway & Penguin Parade Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 195 reviews · 12 hours · from $145

Ride Puffing Billy, visit The Nobbies, and watch Phillip Island penguins return at sunset on this full-day Melbourne tour.

“amazing, loved all the information the tour guide gave, made the experience all the more special”

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3.Puffing Billy Train and Penguin Island Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 40 reviews · 14 hours · from $113

Review of Melbourne’s Puffing Billy and Penguin Island day tour, with itinerary details, value advice, tips, drawbacks, and booking guidance.

“Our tour guide, Evan Wu, was responsible and had a great sense of humor. The whole trip was well-organized and very enjoyable. We watched the amazing penguin parade and rode the exciting and scenic Puffing Billy Railway.”

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4.Penguin Parade Tour with Puffing Billy Train Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 34 reviews · 12 hours · from $133

Ride Puffing Billy, visit the Nobbies, and watch Phillip Island’s little penguins return from sea on a full-day tour from Melbourne.

“The animal Park visit could have been a lot shorter or ommitted. More time could have been spent at the penguin area for a better experience. rushing dinner was stressful.”

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5.Puffing Billy Steam Train and Penguins Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $164Top rated

Ride historic Puffing Billy, explore Phillip Island, and watch little penguins return from sea on a 12-hour Melbourne day tour.

“The penguin parade was amazing. Highly recommend. Our tour guide was great too! If you have little ones then this tour is definitely for you. The train ride is more for children, I have to admit.”

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6.Puffing Billy Train & Penguin Parade Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18 reviews · 8 - 12 hours · from $130

Review the Puffing Billy and Phillip Island tour from Melbourne, with train views, penguins, costs, timing, stops, and practical tips.

“An amazing day to experience both the century old steam train and penguin parade! A healing moment to see those cute creatures coming on shore:)”

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7.Puffing Billy Train & Penguin Island Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 17 reviews · 12 hours · from $130

Ride Puffing Billy, see Phillip Island wildlife, visit the Nobbies, and watch little penguins return to shore on a 12-hour Melbourne tour.

“We enjoyed the day the driver/guide Ken was great very informative and helpful”

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8.Puffing Billy Train and Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 17 reviews · from $105Best value

Ride Puffing Billy, visit koalas and watch Phillip Island penguins with practical advice on timing, value, language, and what to expect.

“This trip is not suitable for young children. The Puffing Billy Experience is just a train ride - you don't really see anything. Our guide parked up a ridiculously steep hill, no consideration with a toddler. We were promised lunch in our ticket - we Read more”

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9.Melbourne Puffing Billy Train and Penguin Parade Day Tour Escape

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 4 reviews · from $121

Compare Puffing Billy, Maru wildlife, Brighton Beach and Phillip Island penguins on this practical Melbourne day tour.

“Do not take this tour, the van condition is terrible. The driver drove really bad! (I have to cancel the tour at first stop due to car sickness). The seat in the car is not comfortable at all. Very small. Not even give me a partial refund when I requested due to medical condition.”

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