Trem Puffing Billy & Parada de Pinguins & Parque de Coalas & Praia de Brighton

Our guide, Curtis, provided detailed and clear explanations about the attractions, which was very practical. We arrived at the departure point punctually in the morning and first headed to Brighton Bathing Boxes, where we had ample time for photography and strolling. Afterwards, we went to Puffing Billy, and our carriage was towards the back, which was excellent for taking beautiful photos of the wooden bridge. In between, we visited a zoo and The Nobbies. Finally, we arrived at Phillip Island to see the Penguin Parade. The guide even prepared raincoats in case of rain. The entire day's itinerary was very rich, and after the parade, we could immediately get on the bus to rest. I highly recommend this tour.

Loved the Puffing Billy train experience, we arrived right on time at every destination thanks to the tour guide’s excellent arrangements. It gets very windy at the Nobbies and Brighton beach, so be sure to dress warmly. At the Penguin Parade, try to get a seat at the front if possible. Otherwise, once you spot the penguins at the beach, you can leave the general viewing area and wait on the right side of the path leading back to the centre for a closer view. The tour guide provided detailed explanations throughout, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable.

Our tour guide, Curtis, was very enthusiastic. At first, it felt like he talked a lot, but he also gave us time to rest later on. The entire itinerary had ample time, and we never felt rushed, though some guests might have been a little late. The steam train experience was excellent; I was surprised we rode it for almost 45 minutes. I personally think most souvenirs aren't necessary to buy; it's better to save time for photos and enjoying the scenery. When we went to see the penguins, I was surprised that the guide noticed I was wearing a short skirt and asked if I was cold, even thoughtfully giving me a hand warmer. I'm not someone who gets cold easily, so I immediately gave the hand warmer to my friend who does. I highly recommend everyone buy the deluxe seats because when you see them come ashore and then go back, you are almost within two hand-lengths of them – it's incredibly worthwhile. Even more surprising was the sky full of stars; the scenery combined with the penguins was truly a 100-point experience. Many thanks to the tour for this experience.

It was a wonderful trip, thanks to our excellent guide, Curtis. He provided extensive historical context and valuable tourist information, along with helpful tips throughout the tour. The arrangements were well planned, despite our train being delayed at Puffing Billy. Curtis remained committed and continued to do his best to assist everyone.

Everything is just perfect under Steven’s guide. He is well versed in every aspects. We are able to attend to all the itineraries eg rainbow box, puffing train, the nobbies, maru zoo and penguin seeing within the time frame. He uses bi-languages in English and Mandarin so you can understand well from his introduction to all the attractions. If you plan to visit to Melbourne and looking for one day trip, don’t hesitate to book this trip as you will be enjoying during the whole journey which covers almost all the attractions and it’s definitely value for money!

This time, I went to Melbourne by myself, and this tour allowed me to visit many places I wanted to see in one day that were far away and relatively inconvenient to reach by public transport. There was a city pick-up and drop-off service, and the pick-up/drop-off location was convenient. Every activity on this tour provided a great experience; I got to see the famous colorful beach boxes, the train ride was very special and there was enough time, and I could also interact with animals. Our guide, Toni, was very kind and friendly, acting as both guide and driver throughout the trip. He also gave us interesting explanations during the journey and taught us about Melbourne's history. The time management and control were excellent; we even had time to go to the zoo and returned to the city at the scheduled time. Highly recommended!

We had an absolutely fantastic day touring from Melbourne — Puffing Billy, the Brighton bathing boxes, the Penguin Parade, and Koala Maru — and it was entirely thanks to our guide/driver. From punctual pickup to safe, smooth driving, everything was perfectly organised. Our guide’s warm, friendly manner made everyone feel welcome, and their local knowledge brought each stop to life: the history and charm of Puffing Billy, the best photo angles at the colourful bathing boxes, the respectful approach needed at the Penguin Parade, and fascinating facts about koalas at Koala Maru. 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

We had an amazing 1-day tour to Puffing Billy and Phillip Island on May 6th, 2026. Our guide and driver, Mr. Rick, was both professional and highly skilled, providing seamless commentary in both English and Mandarin throughout the trip. The highlights were unforgettable: from the unique experience of riding the Puffing Billy steam train with our legs dangling outside, to the colorful beach huts at Brighton Beach. The finale at Phillip Island was truly memorable; despite a sudden heavy downpour during the Penguin Parade, seeing the little penguins return to the beach alongside sightings of wallabies and wild geese against a backdrop of magnificent coastal views made for a perfect day.

十分感謝導遊兼司機的Steven，整個行程非常順利。Steven到每個景點前都會跟我們說一些背景資料和介紹，以普通話和英語表達，照顧不同國籍遊客的需要。而上小火車之前亦給我們一些小提示，就是坐在左邊，行駛大概45分鐘之後會看到很美的風景，而我亦捕獲了！在抵達企鵝中心，他有一個手繪地圖跟我們描繪進去後如何行走，亦給我們小提示如何走秘道亦看到企鵝。真的很幸運能夠遇到Steven，給我和家人一個很好的one day tour體驗，亦都辛苦了，工作一天超過14小時！

Our guide and driver, Curtis, was excellent—bilingual, knowledgeable, and engaging throughout the trip. He shared many interesting facts and provided helpful tips at each location, which really enhanced the overall experience. Despite the large group, he managed everything efficiently. Thanks to Curtis’s great time management, we were able to visit all the planned locations comfortably without feeling rushed. Pickup and drop-off arrangements were clearly communicated, and he was punctual at every stop. One highlight was our visit to Maru Koala Park, where Curtis showed us how to feed the kangaroos and getting great selfies with them—something we really appreciated. At Philip Island, his advice on where and how to spot the penguins made a big difference, and we had an amazing viewing experience. On the way there, we were also lucky to spot many wild wallabies, which added an extra touch of excitement to the journey. Overall, a very enjoyable and well-organized tour—highly recommended!