We were the first group to go on the three day Great Ocean road trip offered by Around and About. They also offer one and two day trips along the Great Ocean Road which are probably very good, but we felt the one that we did enabled us to see things without being rushed. Walter, our driver and guide, was excellent. He knows the area well and was able to show us many of its secrets. Highlights were the Twelve Apostles, the Otway National Park Treetop walk, the beautiful beaches and a visit to a chocolaterie and a lighthouse . The accommodation was simple but comfortable and at the second night hostel there were very good value pizzas available if you didn’t fancy going out to eat. Walter’s timing was spot-on (an early start every morning meant we arrived at each beauty spot before they were crowded) and as a result there were plenty of opportunities to admire stunning views from look outs in addition to the highlights mentioned above. Very welcome were the hot drinks, cakes and fruit that water served each morning, all included. There were also options for a helicopter flight and a zip line experience in the forest. Overall we were very happy with our trip, which we would unhesitatingly recommend.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Morning tea (including biscuits, fruit and bottle of water)
Excludes
- No meals inlcuded
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Day 1
1
First stop on the Great ocean road, see the surf, look for surfers. Morning tea and walk
World famous surf Beach, home to the Rip Curl Pro classic surf championship. Look for kangaroo in the paddocks. Lookout
Sample some of the local chocolate made with local products.
Lookout looking down onto Anglesea beach
Enjoy a close look at the lighthouse and the great ocean views from the board walk.
Perfect spot for a photo with the arch in the background. Learn more about the soldiers and building of the road.
Our first waterfall of the day. Plenty of steps but a great view. See the mountain Ash trees.
This is our lunch stop. Browse the local shops, buy some lunch from one of the many cafe. Take a walk or even a swim at Lorne Beach. Great playground for the kids to have some fun.
This is your second waterfall of the day. Enjoy wonderful vies of the ocean and road along the board walk.
Great ocean lookout along the road.
Look for the remains of the ship wreck, visit the gravestone. Great ocean views, chance to look for marine animals in the rock pools.
Look for Koala and parrots in the wild.
The best lookout of the day. Great view of the village, road and the ocean.
This is our destination for the first day. Explore the village, take swim do some shopping. In the evening go out for dinner or cook your own at the hostel. Visit one of the local pubs for a drink or two.
Apollo Bay Echo YHA Free dorm bed in a shared room is included NOTE: Dorm beds are not guaranteed to be in the same dorm. Beds might be split over multiple rooms. You are welcome to upgrade to the following at an extracost of $88 per room… Private Double room (sleeps 2) Private Twin room (sleeps 2) Private Family room (sleeps 4, double bed and 1 set of bunk beds) This would be suitable for triple share. All rooms have shared bathrooms, toilet and kitchen and lounge area. Must bring own bath towel. If fully booked we make use of other backpackers in Apollo Bay. You are also welcome to source and book alternative accommodation in Apollo Bay village (own cost). Please let us know your accommodation choice when you make the booking.
Day 2
2
Talk an morning walk through this temperate rain forestr
Great ocean lookout, next to the great ocean road walk, pathway.
Lavers Hill is our lunch stop. Great gardens and look out for the parrots
We spend the afternoon at the Otway fly. You will be flying between the tree and then take a walk on the steal canopy above the trees. Please see terms and conditions below:- Must be at least five years of age and a minimum 125cm tall Maximum weight of 120kgs fully clothed All children under 13yrs need to be accompanied on the tour by an adult
We now headed to Port Campbell to check into our Accommodation
It is now time to watch the sunset over the 12 Apostles
Port Campbell Hostel Free dorm bed in a shared room is included NOTE: Dorm beds are not guaranteed to be in the same dorm. Beds might be split over multiple rooms. You are welcome to upgrade to the following at an extra cost of $99 per room… Private Double room (sleeps 2) Private Twin room (sleeps 2) Private Triple room (sleep 3) Quad room (sleep 4) Private Family room with ensuite available at extra cost of $199 (sleeps 6, king bed and 2 set of bunk beds) All rooms have shared bathrooms, toilet and kitchen and lounge area. Must bring own bath towel. If fully booked we make use of other backpackers in Port Campbell. You are also welcome to source and book alternative accommodation in Port Campbell village (own cost). Please let us know your accommodation choice when you make the booking.
Day 3
3
Take the steps down onto the beach to view 2 of the stacks. Remember to watch those waves so you don't come back wet!
Visit the famous 12 Apostles, Enjoy the from the boardwalk or take a helicopter flight (extra cost) along the coast.
We have 2 walk and a beach visit at the Loch Ard Groge. If the weather is hot, have a dip in the cool Southern Ocean.
More limestone stacks
Visit t he famous London Bridge
Take a walk down inot the Grotto
View the ocean and the river.
More limestone stacks
Last stop on the ship wreck coast. Great views
This is our lunch stop. Own cost. Small village,
Pass through Colac, largest town in the region
Arrive Back in Melbourne around 4pm
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