Great Ocean Road Sunset Tour
Experience The Best Of The Great Ocean Road Including A Spectacular Sunset
An unforgettable sunset at The Twelve Apostles
Explore the Surf Coast & the famous Great Ocean Road
Admire the extraordinary beauty of Loch Ard Gorge
Child (0-15): $139
Highlights
- Visit the beaches of Victoria’s famous Surf Coast
- Scenic journey – including photo stops – along the spectacular Great Ocean Road
- Spot wild koalas while strolling in the sweetly-scented eucalyptus forest
- Lunch break (own expense) in one of the Surf Coast’s charming townships
- Drive through the towering forests of the Great Otway National Park
- Marvel at the natural beauty of Loch Ard Gorge & hear a famous tale of shipwreck survival
- Spectacular rock formations including the Razorback & the collapsed Island Archway
- View two of the Apostles from beach level at Gibsons Steps (time permitting)
- Watch the sky’s colours change as the sun descends behind the 12 Apostles
What You’ll Do
Departing Melbourne at around 10.00 am, we enjoy panoramic views of the city and Port Phillip Bay as we cross the Westgate Bridge, Australia’s longest at just under 2.6 kilometres in length. We pass by and learn a little about Victoria’s second-largest city, Geelong, as we make our way towards the Surf Coast, with its enchanting beachside towns and powerful swells.
We make a brief stop at the town of Anglesea, for a chance to walk alongside the beautiful Anglesea River, before continuing the scenic journey along the Great Ocean Road.
At the township of Kennett River, we break for lunch (at your own expense) with an opportunity to stroll among the sweetly-scented eucalyptus trees to locate local koalas in their native habitat. There is a large koala population here and numerous sightings are guaranteed. From here, we travel onwards through the Otway Ranges to the Shipwreck Coast and the iconic rock formations of the Port Campbell National Park.
Our first stop is Loch Ard Gorge where 52 lives were lost and only 2 souls survived the wreck of the Loch Ard in 1878. Your guide will recount the legend of the Loch Ard, bringing the gorge to life in a way you never imagined. We take time to explore here, with more rock formations to see, including the Razorback, the Dumpling Pots and the delightful Island Archway.
We have been advised by Parks Victoria that access to the gorge at Loch Ard Gorge will be closed until some time in early 2024. The closure is due to dangerous cliff movement near the Upper Lookout, which could cause a collapse.
We will still be visiting this location, as there are many other interesting & spectacular viewpoints around the area above the gorge.
As the sun approaches the horizon we make our way to our final sightseeing destination. Prepare to be amazed by the majestic monoliths of the Twelve Apostles. Enjoy a genuine spectacle watching the colours of the sky and the land transform in the evening light.
We break up the homeward journey with a dinner stop (at your own expense) in the regional town of Colac. We then continue on, enjoying views of the illuminated city as we again cross the Westgate Bridge on the approach to Melbourne.
With drop off right back to your inner city accommodation, you’ll remember this day as a true highlight of your Australian holiday.
FAQs for the Great Ocean Road Sunset Tour
- Pickups are between 7 am – 8 am
- Morning tea included
- Includes rainforest walk at Maits Rest
- Arrives back in Melbourne between 9 pm – 9:30 pm
Great Ocean Road Sunset tour:
- Pickups are between 9 am – 10 am (April-October) and 10 am – 11 am (November-March)
- No meals are included but we make stops along the way for you to buy food
- Does not include rainforest walk at Maits Rest
- Arrives at the 12 Apostles at sunset for an amazing photo opportunity
- Arrives back in Melbourne between 9 pm – midnight depending on the month
On an indicative basis, this tour returns at approximately the following times:
- Nov – Feb: midnight
- March: 11:30 pm
- April: 10:30 pm
- May – Aug: 9:30 pm
- September: 10:00 pm
- October: 11:00 pm
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Child (0-15): $139
daily
Pick up
9am-11am (seasonal)
Approx
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Highlights
- Visit the beaches of Victoria’s famous Surf Coast
- Scenic journey – including photo stops – along the spectacular Great Ocean Road
- Spot wild koalas while strolling in the sweetly-scented eucalyptus forest
- Lunch break (own expense) in one of the Surf Coast’s charming townships
- Drive through the towering forests of the Great Otway National Park
- Marvel at the natural beauty of Loch Ard Gorge and hear the famous tale of shipwreck survival
- Spectacular rock formations including the Razorback & the collapsed Island Archway
- View two of the Apostles from beach level at Gibsons Steps (time permitting)
- Watch the sky’s colours change as the sun descends behind the 12 Apostles
What You’ll Do
Departing Melbourne at around 10.00 am, we enjoy panoramic views of the city and Port Phillip Bay as we cross the Westgate Bridge, Australia’s longest at just under 2.6 kilometres in length. We pass by and learn a little about Victoria’s second-largest city, Geelong, as we make our way towards the Surf Coast, with its enchanting beachside towns and powerful swells.
We make a brief stop at the town of Anglesea, for a chance to walk alongside the beautiful Anglesea River, before continuing the scenic journey along the Great Ocean Road.
At the township of Kennett River, we break for lunch (at your own expense) with an opportunity to stroll among the sweetly-scented eucalyptus trees to locate local koalas in their native habitat. There is a large koala population here and numerous sightings are guaranteed. From here, we travel onwards through the Otway Ranges to the Shipwreck Coast and the iconic rock formations of the Port Campbell National Park.
Our first stop is Loch Ard Gorge where 52 lives were lost and only 2 souls survived the wreck of the Loch Ard in 1878. Your guide will recount the legend of the Loch Ard, bringing the gorge to life in a way you never imagined. We take time to explore here, with more rock formations to see, including the Razorback, the Dumpling Pots and the delightful Island Archway.
We have been advised by Parks Victoria that access to the gorge at Loch Ard Gorge will be closed until some time in 2025. The closure is due to dangerous cliff movement near the Upper Lookout, which could cause a collapse.
We will still be visiting this location, as there are many other interesting & spectacular viewpoints around the area above the gorge.
As the sun approaches the horizon we make our way to our final sightseeing destination. Prepare to be amazed by the majestic monoliths of the Twelve Apostles. Enjoy a genuine spectacle watching the colours of the sky and the land transform in the evening light.
We break up the homeward journey with a dinner stop (at your own expense) in the regional town of Colac. We then continue on, enjoying views of the illuminated city as we again cross the Westgate Bridge on the approach to Melbourne.
With drop off right back to your inner city accommodation, you’ll remember this day as a true highlight of your Australian holiday.
FAQs for the Great Ocean Road Sunset Tour
- Pickups are between 7 am – 8 am
- Morning tea included
- Includes rainforest walk at Maits Rest
- Arrives back in Melbourne between 9 pm – 9:30 pm
Great Ocean Road Sunset tour:
- Pickups are between 9 am – 10 am (April-October) and 10 am – 11 am (November-March)
- No meals are included but we make stops along the way for you to buy food
- Does not include rainforest walk at Maits Rest
- Arrives at the 12 Apostles at sunset for an amazing photo opportunity
- Arrives back in Melbourne between 9 pm – midnight depending on the month
On an indicative basis, this tour returns at approximately the following times:
- Nov – Feb: midnight
- March: 11:30 pm
- April: 10:30 pm
- May – Aug: 9:30 pm
- September: 10:00 pm
- October: 11:00 pm
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