Soar above Phillip Island's entire coastline — the Penguin Parade beach, Seal Rocks, Cape Woolamai, and the sweeping Bass Strait — in a private helicopter. The island from above is a revelation.
What to expect
You lift off from Summerland Beach, the very beach the penguins call home, and climb to reveal the island's extraordinary coastal geometry — the turquoise shallows, the exposed basalt reefs, and the wild Southern Ocean horizon. The pilot narrates landmarks below, circling out toward Seal Rocks on longer flights where you can count seals clustered on granite below. On clear days, the Melbourne skyline is faintly visible across the bay. The flight lands you back with an entirely new appreciation of the island's scale and beauty.
Good to know
Flights depart weather permitting — book as early as possible and have a backup plan. Summerland Beach is a 20-minute taxi/rideshare from Cowes. The 8-minute scenic circuit suits guests with tighter schedules; the 20-minute island circuit is the unmissable luxury option. Book direct via their website and specify your preferred time window.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Phillip Island — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.