From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road & Wildlife Sightseeing Tour

Great Ocean Road Small-Group Day Tour from Melbourne

This small-group tour departs from Melbourne and suits travelers seeking a relaxed, personalised experience along Victoria’s Great Ocean Road.

Highlights

• See the iconic 12 Apostles rising from the Southern Ocean
• Spot wild koalas in their natural habitat along the Great Ocean Road
• Begin at the Memorial Arch, marking the historic start of the Great Ocean Road
• Explore Loch Ard Gorge and Gibson Steps on the Shipwreck Coast
• Walk beneath towering trees in the Maits Rest temperate rainforest

Description

Depart early from the Surf Coast town of Anglesea, where you can take a coffee break or grab a bite at your own expense before the adventure begins.

Travel along the Great Ocean Road to the Memorial Arch, a landmark honoring the soldiers who built this coastal route after World War I. Capture photos and appreciate its historic significance.

Enjoy ocean views and changing landscapes as you continue, watching for wild koalas and native birds in the eucalyptus forests.

Walk an easy trail through Maits Rest rainforest, surrounded by towering trees and fern gullies that create a peaceful natural setting.

Stop for lunch in the Otways region with time to purchase a meal at a local café.

The tour’s highlight is the 12 Apostles, where dramatic limestone stacks rise from the ocean on Australia’s Shipwreck Coast.

Visit Loch Ard Gorge to see cliffs, a quiet beach, and the site’s shipwreck history before returning to Melbourne in the evening.

Includes

• National Park entry fees
• Round-trip transport from selected Melbourne pickup locations
• Experienced local tour guide
• Scenic coastal drive along the Great Ocean Road
• Guided stops at iconic highlights including the 12 Apostles and Shipwreck Coast
• App-based audio commentary available in multiple languages (code provided by your guide)

Excludes

• Food and drinks (available for purchase during the day)
• Gratuities (optional)

Important Information

• Your pickup time may differ from the voucher time. Explore Australia Tours will confirm your exact pickup time by email after booking.
• Pickup locations (selected at booking):
  • 6:00am – Mercure Melbourne Southbank, 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank
  • 6:10am – Regent Theatre, 191 Collins Street, Melbourne
  • 6:15am – Her Majesty's Theatre, 219 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
  • 6:30am – Mail Exchange Hotel, 688 Bourke Street, Melbourne
• All tours are conducted in English. Pre-recorded audio and written tour information is available in 16 languages via the free Explore Australia Language Translation App. Bring your own headphones.
• Tours operate rain or shine.
• Estimated return time is between 6:30pm and 7:30pm.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your place and bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a camera. Morning departures help avoid crowds and maximise sightseeing time.