Great Ocean Road reverse Sunrise Tour

Great Ocean Road, Melbourne



Experience the Great Ocean Road at sunrise on a guided tour. Visit the 12 Apostles, Gibson Steps, and Razorback, and enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Otway National Park.

Great Ocean Road Scenic Drive with Wildlife and Coastal Highlights

This full-day tour from Melbourne suits nature lovers and coastal explorers seeking koala and kangaroo sightings alongside iconic landmarks.

Description

Start your day with coffee or breakfast at a local café before visiting Razorback, the 12 Apostles, and Gibson Steps, all within 5 km and offering expansive coastal views.

Optionally, stop at additional viewpoints such as Mutton Bird Island. Return via a scenic drive through Great Otway National Park, including Otway, Maits Rest, and Melba Gully.

Pause at a secluded spot to spot koalas or kangaroos in the wild, then relax during a lunch break with ocean views in Apollo Bay. Continue along the Great Ocean Road, following rivers and ocean vistas for approximately one hour.

Stop at the Memorial Arch for photo opportunities before heading towards Lorne and other small towns featuring varied scenic views. Time permitting, visits to a chocolate factory or Split Point Lighthouse are possible.

Highlights

  • Spot koalas and kangaroos in their natural habitat
  • Scenic drive through Great Otway National Park and Maits Rest
  • Visit the 12 Apostles, Gibson Steps, and Razorback viewpoints
  • Coffee or breakfast at a local café or snack bar
  • Lunch break with ocean views in Apollo Bay

Includes

  • Visit to Razorback
  • Visit to 12 Apostles
  • Visit to Gibson Steps
  • Visit to Mutton Bird Island
  • Scenic drive through Great Otway National Park
  • Visit to Apollo Bay with lunch break
  • Visit to Memorial Arch
  • Visit to Lorne and other towns

Excludes

  • Chocolate factory visit (subject to time)
  • Split Point Lighthouse visit (subject to time)
  • Coffee or breakfast at a local café

Important Information

  • Additional stops are optional and depend on time availability
  • Visits to the chocolate factory or Split Point Lighthouse depend on availability and timing

Easy Cancellation

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

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and a camera. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to Razorback, the 12 Apostles, Gibson Steps, and optional stops like Mutton Bird Island, plus a drive through Great Otway National Park.
The tour starts in Melbourne with breakfast or coffee at a local café before heading out to the Great Ocean Road.
Yes, the tour offers chances to see koalas and kangaroos along the coastal and forest areas near Melbourne.
This is a full-day tour, typically lasting around 10 to 12 hours from Melbourne.
Breakfast or coffee is included at a local café in Melbourne before the scenic drive begins.
The tour starts early in the morning to catch the reverse sunrise, so booking in advance is recommended for popular dates.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a camera for wildlife and coastal views near Melbourne.
Yes, the itinerary includes key landmarks such as Razorback, the 12 Apostles, and Gibson Steps, all within a short distance.
The tour returns to Melbourne via a scenic drive through Great Otway National Park, including stops at Otway, Maits Rest, and Melba Gully.
Yes, optional stops like Mutton Bird Island provide extra coastal viewing points along the drive from Melbourne.

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