Is Phillip Island busy?

Phillip Island gets busiest in October. Crowd levels ease off outside that window, so you can time a trip around the peak.

When is the best time to visit Phillip Island?

For thinner crowds, visit Phillip Island in May, June, July, and August, when travel demand is at its lowest.

When is Phillip Island least crowded?

Phillip Island is least crowded in May, June, July, and August.

nature · Australia · 38.49°S 145.23°E

Best time to visit Phillip Island (and when it is crowded)

Phillip Island is a nature destination in Australia. Its peak season is October, and it is least crowded in May, June, July, and August. Here is how busy it gets across the year, so you can pick the right time to go.

Crowd levels by month

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QuietModerateBusyVery BusyPacked

Busiest months

October

Quietest months

May, June, July, and August

Phillip Island month by month

How crowded Phillip Island gets in each month, so you can pick a quieter time to visit.

Phillip Island in January: Quiet
Phillip Island in February: Quiet
Phillip Island in March: Quiet
Phillip Island in April: Quiet
Phillip Island in May: Quiet
Phillip Island in June: Quiet
Phillip Island in July: Quiet
Phillip Island in August: Quiet
Phillip Island in September: Quiet
Phillip Island in October: Quiet
Phillip Island in November: Quiet
Phillip Island in December: Quiet

A typical year, week by week

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Common questions

Is Phillip Island busy?: Phillip Island gets busiest in October. Crowd levels ease off outside that window, so you can time a trip around the peak.
When is the best time to visit Phillip Island?: For thinner crowds, visit Phillip Island in May, June, July, and August, when travel demand is at its lowest.
When is Phillip Island least crowded?: Phillip Island is least crowded in May, June, July, and August.

Estimates based on seasonal travel-demand modelling, not live visitor counts.

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