Phillip Island Schoolies Week is an Australian tradition allowing high school graduates to enjoy a week-long holiday just after their last high school exams.
As one of the most popular events amongst teenagers, Schoolies on Phillip Island draws hundreds of visitors nationwide.
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Choose coastal bliss to celebrate your Schoolies with a trip to the stunning Phillip Island. Fill your week with picturesque white sand beaches and glistening clear water while unwinding in the sun. This convenient spot is only a 2-hour drive from Melbourne and quickly becomes one of Victoria’s most popular Schoolies destinations. You won’t find a more relaxed, laid-back place to chill out these schoolies.
With plenty of activities and space to roam, you can do as much or as little as you like. Jump on a bike and hit the pavement to explore the island at your own pace. Visit the island’s seaside villages that offer an array of shopping, alfresco dining and cafes, and protected bays where you can bake in the sun and the surf!
Phillip Island also has epic natural surroundings and is home to Australia’s largest colony of fur seals! Boat cruises depart daily for Seal Rocks, where you can get up close to the furry creatures and see dolphins, whales, and other marine life.
The festival typically runs for three weeks, starting near the end of November and ending in mid-December. It was first launched on the Gold Coast and spread all over Queensland, and it is now celebrated all over Australia, including on Phillip Island.
What To Do
What can you expect when you and your crew hit up Phillip Island? Think of stunning beaches, exotic wildlife, beautiful beaches, and boutique shopping. Fill your days with:
- Swimming and surfing on the epic coastline
- Hit the local markets
- Get amongst the wildlife (seals, whales, penguins – are all found in and around the Island!)
- Plenty of fresh air and fun times await on Phillip Island!
Where To Stay
The North Pier Hotel is the ideal spot for your Schoolies trip. It is located just off the beach of Phillip Island. Stay in the best spot on Phillip Island, with the beach, shops, cafes, and restaurants within walking distance of your apartment.
This is an excellent place to book with a group of mates. It offers convenient facilities, including the hotel pool, where you can chill out, and a deck area overlooking the beach, which you can use during the afternoons. When you’re not out catching the sun or using the facilities, feel free to relax in the comfortable rooms, with many room types available.
The North Pier Hotel is perfect for your Schoolies booking. Be sure to make a booking quickly, as rooms will be selling quickly. You don’t want to miss out!
If you like a laid-back atmosphere, Schoolies on Phillip Island is the perfect destination for your Schoolies Week!
With booking through here, can we still get the official Schoolies Wristbands for Schoolies parties organised by SureThing? or do we have to book accommodation through SureThing to get the wristbands? thanks.
G’day Shaun,
The booking process here is separate to SureThing and wristbands are not provided by us. So you will need to check the requirement for getting wristband if you choose to book through a separate agent such as Booking.com.
Kind regards,
Jess