On Tour with Jess – Great Ocean Road
Find out what it’s really like to take a tour of the Great Ocean Road – the iconic coastal drive, just a day trip from Melbourne! Go West intern Jess recently took a tour to the Great Ocean Road and is ready to share all the details! We asked her all about her experience on the […]
What are the stories of the Shipwreck Coast?
Discover the stories of the Shipwreck Coast – a wild stretch of coastline along Australia’s Great Ocean Road. Australia’s Shipwreck Coast is famous these days for its incredible rock formations. Heard of the 12 Apostles? Well there’s more to this area than just incredible views. This stretch of coastline has a dark history. It was an […]
Best Summer Tours in Melbourne 2022
Enjoy the warmer months in Australia’s second largest city, with these fantastic Summer Tours in Melbourne. Summer in Melbourne is a time of celebration. The city relaxes into the summer holidays and people come to visit for the fantastic atmosphere. There’s night markets, music festivals, and a whole lot of sport – cricket and tennis […]
Outdoor Adventure on the Great Ocean Road
When visiting Melbourne, there are plenty of opportunities for exciting outdoor adventure on the Great Ocean Road. The Great Ocean Road is famous for its dramatic rock formations, a rugged coastline, big waves and lush rainforest. There is more than 200 kilometres of road to explore, with plenty of adventure to be had at any […]
Should I visit the Great Ocean Road?
For lovers of nature and wildlife, adventure and history – here we answer the question Should I visit the Great Ocean Road? The Great Ocean Road is the number one tourist destination in Victoria, and for good reason. Stretching 243 kilometres along the coast, the road lets you discover seaside towns, natural wonders, and picture-perfect […]
How to walk on the beach at the 12 Apostles
Here’s how you can walk on the beach at the 12 Apostles – with nearby access down the cliffs to the sand. The 12 Apostles Lookout is a famous cliff-top lookout along Victoria’s Great Ocean Road. The surrounding scenery is incredible limestone rock formations, the big swell of the Southern Ocean, and the towering cliffs. […]
Walking trails along the Great Ocean Road
There are many great walking trails along the Great Ocean Road, including the Surf Coast Walk, Great Ocean Walk, and trails in the Otway rainforest. The Great Ocean Road region has many opportunities to set out on foot and explore this beautiful landscape. It’s not just the coast that is scenic along the Great Ocean […]
Can you see koalas at Kennett River?
When travelling the Great Ocean Road, one of the stops you must make is to see koalas at Kennett River. Kennett River is one of many charming little seaside towns along the Great Ocean Road. However, it has one major attraction – koalas. This little township is the perfect place to view koalas in the wild. […]
Great Ocean Walk on the Great Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Walk on the Great Ocean Road is one of the premier multi-day hikes near Melbourne, Australia. For nature lovers and hikers of any age, the Great Ocean Walk is a rewarding multi day hike. The trail is from Apollo Bay to the Twelve Apostles, following the Great Ocean Road. However, you will […]
Surf Coast Walk on the Great Ocean Road
The Surf Coast Walk on the Great Ocean Road is the place to explore coastal cliffs, world famous surf beaches, and perhaps even spot some wildlife along the way. Located along the Great Ocean Road between Torquay and Airey’s Inlet is the 44km Surf Coast Walk. To get there from Melbourne is a short trip […]
