If you’re looking for some family fun this summer, Phillip Island Nature Parks has reopened its doors, and is welcoming visitors back to enjoy everything this amazing place has to offer.
The Island’s Little Penguins have been a worldwide hit on Live Penguin TV, and now you can come and see them in real life at the Penguin Parade as they waddle their way ashore at sunset, entertaining everyone with their slightly awkward but completely adorable antics.
The Antarctic Journey at the Nobbies Centre has had a winter makeover, so there’s a whole new range of fun and educational interactive exhibits for the kids to try out in The Lab before checking out the cinematic screens and augmented reality experience in The Journey. Extra staff are on site to clean the exhibits throughout the day and keep everyone safe.
Who doesn’t love a koala? See them up close from the treetop boardwalks at the Koala Conservation Reserve. Join Ranger Jess on a digital quest around the reserve, following the QR code trail and looking for the next clue.
Churchill Island is a little hidden gem, with daily demonstrations of whip cracking and working dogs, plus ranger tours and talks on weekends, all set against the backdrop of beautiful Westernport Bay. There’s plenty of room for the kids to run around and burn off some of that energy. They can even help Billy the Border Collie round up his sheep with another fun digital quest.
So, what are you waiting for? Phillip Island Nature Parks is the place to be this summer with its huge array of fun family activities, not to mention the beautiful beaches, walking and cycling trails, incredible coastal scenery, and great fish and chips.
Hot Tip: The 4 Parks Pass is the island’s best value ticket, and includes the Penguin Parade, Antarctic Journey, Koalas and Churchill Island at a discounted rate, and a Family Pass for 2 adults and 2 children (4-15) saves you even more.
Check out www.penguins.org.au for details and to buy tickets. Remember that every visit supports conservation and vital research to keep the island’s wildlife and habitat safe
