From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Boutique Tour in Reverse
Corangamite Shire, Melbourne
See the Twelve Apostles and walk through the rainforest on a day trip along the Great Ocean Road. Avoid the crowds and beat the rush by exploring the typical route in reverse. Boutique: 11 pax maximum
This guided day trip from Melbourne explores the Great Ocean Road in reverse, ideal for small groups seeking wildlife and natural scenery with fewer crowds.
Highlights
- Small groups boutique style, maximum 11 participants for a more intimate experience
- Explore the Great Ocean Road from the opposite direction to avoid crowds
- Stops to photograph wild koalas, kangaroos, and other native animals
- Quality and sustainable certified tour operator with carbon offset accreditation
- Access to locations where large buses do not go: Gibson Steps, rainforest walks, koala sightings
Description
Travel the Great Ocean Road in reverse on this guided day trip, visiting landmarks such as the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Port Campbell, Apollo Bay, and Great Otway National Park. The tour begins inland with a breakfast stop in a rural town (breakfast not included), then proceeds to the Twelve Apostles early, avoiding the crowds.
Visit the Razorback rock formation, Gibson Steps lookout, and Loch Ard Gorge, where you will learn about the local shipwreck history. A lunch stop is made in Port Campbell or Apollo Bay (lunch not included), with an option to walk to the beach for photos.
After departing the Twelve Apostles, experience a 20-minute guided rainforest walk in Great Otway National Park. On the return journey, travel along the Great Ocean Road coastline through Apollo Bay, with stops to see native wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, and colorful parrots.
The final stop is the coastal town of Lorne for a beachfront viewpoint before returning to Melbourne.
Includes
- Professional guide
- Transportation by minibus
- Wildlife spotting opportunities
- Multilingual interactive audio guide plus a complimentary Melbourne City Walking Self-Guided Tour Audio Guide
- Guided rainforest walk
- Pickup locations within a 15-minute walk from central Melbourne
- Bottled water provided
Excludes
- Breakfast and lunch
Important Information
- Download the interactive multilingual audio guide before the tour, which includes a complimentary Melbourne City Walking Self-Guided Tour Audio Guide
- Pickup locations and times:
- 6:30 am - 196 Flinders Street (opposite Federation Square, near Flinders Street Station)
- 6:40 am - 313 La Trobe Street (near Melbourne Central Station)
- 6:50 am - 44 Spencer Street (The Great Southern Hotel, near Southern Cross Station)
- Arrive at the pickup location at least five minutes early; parking spots are public and the minibus cannot wait
- Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
To ensure a comfortable experience, dress for variable weather, bring a camera, and book early to secure your spot in this small group tour.
