Experience the Great Ocean Road and its incredible landscapes. See koalas and birds, take a rain forest walk, discover the 12 apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, and have morning tea on Torquay surf beach.

About this activity

Duration 12 hours

Check availability to see starting times.

Live tour guide

English

Pickup included

Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled pickup time.

Experience

Highlights

• See for yourself why this is one of the world's most spectacular coastlines
• Visit native koalas and parrots in their natural habitat
• Take a guided forest walk where you will see some of the worlds tallest trees

Full description

After being picked up from your Melbourne CBD accommodation, explore the world famous Great Ocean Road on this full-day tour. Follow along in many different languages via the app so you won't miss a thing.

Spend the day in an airconditioned vehicle not only exploring the coastline features but also seeing first hand koalas and birds in their natural habitat. Take a guided forest walk where you will see some of the tallest trees in the world. Morning tea is also included.

Stop at Torquay Surf Beach to experience firsthand the iconic beaches and coastal views. You will also be within clear viewing distance of the world-famous Bells Surfing Beach. Take coastal photos and smell the fresh seaside air.

Refresh with morning tea before heading to the Pole House. Enjoy a roadside photo opportunity of the most photographed house on Great Ocean Road. Suspended 40 meters above the ground by a singular concrete column, its unique architecture maximizes the stunning coastline view.

Snap a selfie at the iconic Great Ocean Road sign and send it to your friends. Then see koalas and parrots in their natural habitat. Your experienced guide will take you to the best viewing spots. Stop at a location along the Great Ocean Road and take in the iconic coastline vista at Cape Patton.

Head then to the coastal town of Apollo Bay where you can purchase lunch from the many restaurants and cafes on offer. You can also walk around the coastal town or even take a swim in the beach if the weather suits.

Follow your guide on a forest walk where you will see some of the tallest trees in the world. You will also take in the wonderful fresh natural smells the trees have to offer.

At the Gibson Steps, tide and wind permitting, you will be able to see some of the 12 Apostles from sea level on the beach. You will feel like you can reach out and touch them.

Take your time to check out the world-renowned 12 Apostles. An awesome sight with fantastic photo opportunities. See for yourself why these limestone beauties are known all around the world.

The final touring stop is at Loch Ard Gorge. Witness firsthand this magnificent formation of rocks and rolling sea. Enjoy ground-level viewing that will excite you with the natural glories it possesses.

See the unique jagged razorback formation and then the Island Archway.

The original archway collapsed in 2009, however, two striking stacks remain, standing nearly as tall as the Apostles. Purchase dinner from one of the many restaurants and cafes in Colac.

Includes:

Pickup from your choice of Melbourne CBD location

Roundtrip airconditioned transportation

Morning tea

Tour of koalas and parrots in their natural habitat

Guided forest walk

Coastal highlights tour

Lunch and dinner

Important information

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Jacket
• Sunscreen
• Headphones

Not allowed

• Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

• If you are a solo traveler, are booking last-minute, or aren't in the CBD/city area, you will be assigned a convenient centrally-located meeting point instead of hotel pickup and drop-off

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 96 hours in advance for a full refund