Located in a picturesque landscape bordered by the Bass Strait, the Nobbies is just a five-minute drive southwest of the Penguin Parade.
The Nobbies Centre is a popular spot for checking out seals lazing around on Seal Rocks and viewing the magnificent landscape of Phillip Island in all its glory.
The Nobbies Centre, Seal Rocks, Cafe & Accommodation, Phillip Island
On your walk, glimpse the blowhole caused by waves smashing into a large sea cave, creating a large jet of water soaring into the sky. You will also see thousands of sea birds making nests along the foreshore and catch glimpses of them as they fly over the sea. You may also catch glimpses of fairy penguins sleeping in their burrows during the day or see them emerging and waddling out to sea.
The Nobbies Centre is also located on-site. It is an information centre where visitors can learn more about the landscape and natural wildlife that call Phillip Island home. Check out the many interactive displays and treat yourself to a snack inside the cafe.
The Nobbies is a FREE attraction, so make sure you visit during your stay on Phillip Island.
Do you require a ticket to view the penguins or is that just for seating? We have transportation to the island with Aussie friends and are wondering if we can walk on the boardwalk to see the penguins without purchasing stadium or vip seating.
Hi Aprilyn,
Yes, you require a ticket to view the Penguin Parade as they arrive on the beach each evening.
The boardwalk is beyond the ticketed area, so it is not possible to walk the boardwalks without a ticket. The ticket covers access to the boardwalk area as well as the seating area. They are not separate experiences.
However if you want to try to catch a glimpse of the Penguins as they are nesting during the day, you can attend the Nobbies boardwalks which is free. The Nobbies is a different location than the Penguin Parade, but is not far away. Sometimes you can catch a glimpse of the little fairy penguins in the many nesting boxes scattered along the nature reserve.
Best regards,
Jess
We have been trying to purchase tickets for the penguin parade viewing on August 4, 2018 but we can’t seem to find the place on your website to purchase just those tickets. Everything that pops up is a 3 or more park package, which is not what we want. Is there a link to just the $25 penguin parade tickets you can share? We require 4 adult tickets. Thank you!
Hi Aprilyn,
You can find the General Admission Penguin Parade tickets here.
Have a wonderful time on Phillip Island!
Jess