St Kilda's Little Penguins

Discover nature's little wonders on Melbourne's doorstep

As night falls over the bay, witness St Kilda's little penguins making their way home to burrows nestled among the rocks of the breakwater.

Just minutes from the CBD, the St Kilda Penguin Viewing Experience is a fun and unforgettable way for the whole family to observe wild penguins thriving in an urban environment.

Phillip Island Nature Parks is proud to support the success of this experience by providing an inclusive and welcoming space for all visitors to connect with nature beneath the stars.

ST KILDA PENGUIN VIEWING EXPERIENCE

A new penguin viewing boardwalk has been built to improve the penguin viewing experience and provide significant habitat improvements to provide protection for penguins by separating visitors from the sensitive penguin nesting sites.

The dedicated viewing platform overlooks vital habitat for this penguin colony. You will experience the little penguins as well as stunning views of Port Phillip Bay.

Join our knowledgeable guides at St Kilda breakwater to hear fascinating stories and insights about the little penguins that call this unique city habitat home.

Session 1:
Commences approximately 30 minutes after sunset

Session 1 offers a memorable opportunity for visitors to experience St Kilda's little penguin colony as the day turns to night. Around 30 minutes after sunset, with the final glow fading over Port Phillip Bay (Naarrm), the little penguins begin to emerge from the water, making their way home to burrows nestled among the rocks. It's a truly special time of night to witness these seabirds returning home beneath the darkening sky.

Session 2:
Commences approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes after sunset

Session 2 takes place later in the evening, around 1 hour and 30 minutes after sunset, when the colony is alive with night-time activity. As full darkness settles over Port Phillip Bay (Naarrm), visitors can observe the little penguins settling in for the night and interacting in their natural habitat

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St Kilda's Little Penguins

The St Kilda breakwater is home to a colony of Little Penguins (around 1400 penguins) called Eudyptula Minor.

Earthcare St Kilda was formed in 1989 by a group of local volunteers, with the purpose of researching and protecting the little penguin colony that call the St Kilda breakwater home. Since then, Earthcare St Kilda has evolved to include a range of environmental programs focused on marine conservation, community education, and protecting the habitat for local wildlife.



St Kilda Ferry

1 hour Penguin Cruises are running Tuesday to Sunday every week.

The St Kilda Ferry departs from St Kilda Pier at the lower-landing near the start of the pier.

stkildaferry.com.au

Getting There

Located at the end of St Kilda Pier
Pier Rd, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182

By public transport: Tram 12 from Collins Street, tram 16 from Swanston Street and tram 96 from Bourke Street stop at St Kilda Pier. Visit Yarra Trams website for timetables and routes.

By car: St Kilda Pier is situated approximately 25 minutes from the Melbourne CBD. Please note that paid parking along the St Kilda foreshore is limited.

Bookings are essential

Tickets are limited, so we recommend booking your free ticket online here before your visit.

Book free tickets in advance. Capped at 150 participants. Booked out but check daily for the upcoming week’s cancellations.

Book via Bookings.penguins.org.au


Happens: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Time: S1: 30 minutes after sunset | S2 1 hour and 30 minutes after sunset



 St Kilda Pier View Venue
 Pier Road,  St Kilda Victoria 3182 Map



Advertiser: www.penguins.org.au

→ www.stkildapenguins.com.au

→ www.parks.vic.gov.au


St Kilda Pier Kiosk

Phillip Island Nature Parks

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