11-Hour Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne with Wildlife Encounters

11 Hours Round trip from Melbourne VIC Moderate pace
Twelve Apostles
Flinders Station in the city
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience stunning coastal views along the Great Ocean Road
  • 02 Spot kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitat
  • 03 Visit the famous seaside resort town of Lorne for relaxation and beach views
  • 04 Explore the lush Otway temperate rainforest
  • 05 See the Twelve Apostles viewpoint and Loch Ard Gorge
  • 06 Visit a local chocolate and alpaca farm for sweet treats and alpaca encounters

Explore Australia's iconic Great Ocean Road on an 11-hour journey from Melbourne, taking in breathtaking coastal views, wildlife encounters, and some of Victoria's most celebrated natural landmarks. Spot kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitats, relax in the famous seaside resort town of Lorne, and walk through the lush Otway temperate rainforest. Marvel at the Twelve Apostles viewpoint and Loch Ard Gorge, then round out the day with a visit to a local chocolate and alpaca farm.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Melbourne, Great Otway National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Great Ocean Road, Otway Rainforest and Coastal Wonders

  • Head west from Melbourne towards the Great Ocean Road.

  • Choose to travel via the inland road, avoiding crowds and allowing for more favourable photo opportunities.

  • Pass through Winchelsea and Colac.

  • Stop for a coffee break at Gorge Chocolates and feed alpacas.

  • View the Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the Blowhole.

  • Depart for the Ocean Road and Apollo Bay via the temperate rainforests and Maits Rest.

  • Enjoy lunch and a rest in Apollo Bay.

  • Continue towards Lorne, the famous seaside resort town, where you are likely to see sulphur-crested cockatoos.

  • Watch surfers enjoying the waves.

  • Depart for Melbourne with a scenic drive back and possible sunset views along the way.

  • View kangaroos on the golf course.

  • Drop off at your hotel in time for evening arrangements. Please advise if reservations have been made.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Melbourne VIC 2 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transport in a luxury SUV

  • Experienced guide with numerous 5-star reviews

  • Water

  • Coffee

  • Nibbles

  • Free Wi-Fi

What's Not Included

  • Meals

  • Souvenirs

  • Drinks

What to bring

  • Windbreaker

  • Comfortable shoes

  • Cameras and binoculars

  • Inquisitive minds

Know before you go

  • Comfort stops are available on demand.

  • As you walk along the coast, a cold breeze may come up. Windbreakers are recommended.

  • It is a relaxing and informative day out.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Melbourne VIC, Australia
Tour start
Melbourne VIC, Australia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Melbourne VIC.

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