ABOUT THIS EVENT

Welcome to the first Social Walks Phillip Island Penguin Parade and Cape Woolamai Hike adventure! Get in quick to avoid disappointment and join us for an incredible day out as we head to one of the most iconic penguin wildlife locations in the world!

Our Social Walks are a great way to get outside, get your body moving and make some amazing new friends along the way!

Meet our group and stay up to date with all our events here in our Facebook Group - Melbourne Social Walks

ABOUT SOCIAL WALKS

- Licenced Tour Operators with Parks Victoria

- $2.40 from every ticket sold goes to Parks Victoria

- Experienced Guides

- First Aid Qualified

- Fully Insured

WHAT TO EXPECT
The Phillip Island Penguin Parade is a world-famous wildlife experience located on Phillip Island, Australia. Each evening at sunset, Participants gather to watch hundreds of Little Penguins (the smallest species of penguin) emerge from the ocean and waddle across the beach to their burrows in the nearby dunes. This natural phenomenon is a once in lifetime opportunity to observe these penguins in their habitat.

The event is part of the Phillip Island Nature Parks, a not-for-profit conservation organization, with all proceeds supporting research and preservation efforts for the penguins and other wildlife on Phillip Island. The parade offers an unforgettable experience for nature lovers, showcasing the charm of these incredibly unique birds in their natural environment.

IMPORTANT NOTE: There are no meet us there tickets for this events. All tickets include transport departing and returning to St Pauls Cathedral. Spots are strictly limited so be quick to avoid disappointment.

START TIME AND MEET LOCATION

MEETING LOCATION: St Pauls Cathedral, Flinders Street Melbourne

MEETING TIME: Arrive between 12:00pm -12:20pm sharp to meetup and check in for an 12:30pm SHARP Departure (Plan to arrive early and give yourself extra time for parking and finding the group).

NOTE: Arriving on time is critical to this event getting away on time. Participants not checked-in by 12:20pm may be left behind and forfeit their ticket.

PARKING: There is paid parking at Federation Square - if you are driving, make sure you allow plenty of time to search for alternative parking as car parking can be difficult in the city. The best option is to catch the train to Flinders St Station and walks across to the meeting location.

CARPOOLING: Need help finding a ride to the hike, feel free to post in the Melbourne Social Walks Facebook Group.

WHAT TO BRING

- Water (at least 2-3L)

- Snack food for the hike and for the afternoon

- Money for a snack in San Remo and for Dinner in Cowes

- Please bring a backpack only as there is limited storage space on the bus. Your bag will have to sit on your lap or under a seat for the journey.

WHAT TO WEAR

- Comfortable weather suitable walking shoes - Good quality shoes with good grip is recommended.

- Comfortable Weather Suitable Clothing.

- Sun Protective Hat / Beanie, and/or Sunscreen

- Bathers and a towel for a Swim at Cape Woolamai beach

ITINERARY

12:00pm - Meet

12:30pm - Departure (SHARP)

2:15pm - Arrive San Remo

3:00pm - Cape Woolamai Hike (5km approx.)

6:00pm - Dinner in Cowes

7:30pm - Penguin Parade

9:30pm - Departure

11:45: Arrive home

FINISH

This trip will run from 12:00pm to 12:00am starting from and returning to St Pauls Cathedral.

Due to the very high costs of organising a bus and driver for this event, there is a strict cancellation period. No cancellations with-in 7 days of the departure. Tickets can be re-sold though if something comes up to prevent you from attending.

Can't wait to see you there!

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