Join us on an incredible adventure to Phillip Island to walk the Pyramid Rock coastal trail & visit the iconic Penguin Parade (bus included)
Join the Social Walks crew — Nath, Dan and Ads — for an epic day out on Phillip Island as we explore the Pyramid Rock Coastal Trail and experience the world-famous Penguin Parade.
This adventure combines coastal hiking, wildlife encounters, and social fun all rolled into one unforgettable trip. Get in quick — spots are limited and this is one of our most popular events of the year!
This coming October, $1 from every Social Walks ticket sold will go to One Foot Forward by the Black Dog Institute, helping Australians facing mental health struggles and the impacts of suicide.
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WALK DETAILS 📍
🗓️ Date: Saturday 13 September 2025
🕘 Meet: 9:30am for check-in at St Paul’s Cathedral, 200 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC (front steps)
🚌 Departure: 10:00am sharp (participants not checked in by 9:50am may be left behind
🕙 Return: Around 10:00pm back at St Paul’s Cathedral
📏 Distance: 8km Pyramid Rock Coastal Walk
🚶 Difficulty: Easy coastal trail suitable for all fitness levels
ABOUT SOCIAL WALKS 💬
We are Social Walks, one of Melbourne’s largest outdoor social communities. With thousands of members and hundreds of events each year, our mission is to bring people together through nature, connection, and fun.
✅ All events led by friendly, experienced and first aid trained hosts
✅ Fully insured and licensed tour operators with Parks Victoria
✅ When we hold events inside Parks Victoria parks, $2.40 from every ticket goes directly back into maintaining and protecting those spaces 🌿
👉 Join our Facebook Group here: Melbourne Social Walks. This is where you can connect with our community, share photos, and organise car pooling.
WHAT YOU WILL SEE AND EXPERIENCE 🌟
✨ A scenic 8km coastal walk at Pyramid Rock with stunning views of Bass Strait
✨ A stop in San Remo for coffee and morning tea
✨ Free time in Cowes for a late lunch or afternoon tea
✨ The world-famous Penguin Parade at sunset — thousands of Little Penguins returning to their burrows
✨ A fun, social day trip with the Social Walks community
WHY JOIN SOCIAL WALKS 👥
🌿 Experience one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife encounters
🌿 Share the adventure with a friendly, welcoming group
🌿 Enjoy hiking, sightseeing, and social fun all in one day
🌿 Everything organised — just hop on the bus and enjoy
WHAT TO BRING 🥾
💧 2–3L of water
🥪 Snacks for the hike and the bus
💵 Money for coffee in San Remo and meals in Cowes
🎒 Small backpack only — storage on the bus is limited
😄 A smile and good vibes
WHAT TO WEAR 👕
👟 Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
🧥 Weather-appropriate clothing (check forecast night before)
🧢 Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen or a beanie
GETTING THERE 🚗
🚙 Driving: Limited parking near St Paul’s Cathedral — we recommend train or paid parking garages nearby
🚉 Public Transport: Flinders Street Station is directly across the road from the meeting point
⏰ Please arrive early to allow time for parking, public transport, and check-in
ITINERARY 📅
9:30am – Meet at St Paul’s Cathedral
10:00am – Bus departs Melbourne
11:30am – Coffee/morning tea stop in San Remo
12:30pm – Pyramid Rock Coastal Walk (8km – easy)
4:00pm – Late lunch/afternoon tea in Cowes
5:30pm – Depart for Penguin Parade
6:15pm – Penguin Parade wildlife experience
8:00pm – Depart Phillip Island
10:00pm – Arrive back in Melbourne
AFTER THE WALK 🍻
We’ll finish the day back in Melbourne, but not before making lasting memories together on Phillip Island.
GOOD TO KNOW ⚠️
🔞 Ages 18+
👨👩👧 Kids are welcome but must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times
⏱️ Full-day trip: approx. 13 hours
🌧️ Trip goes ahead rain, hail or shine (rescheduled only in extreme weather)
💰 Refunds available up to 7 days before the event (excludes booking fees). No cancellations within 7 days due to high bus/driver costs. Tickets may be resold or transferred.
✅ Social Walks events are always fully insured and professionally hosted
TICKETS 🎟
🎟️ $150Ticket includes: return bus transport, Social Walks hosting, Pyramid Rock hike and entry to the Penguin Parade. Meals and drinks at own expense.
YOUR GUIDES 👋
This adventure will be hosted by Nath, Dan and Ads — the Social Walks crew.
We can’t wait to share this unforgettable day trip with you to Phillip Island.
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