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Enjoy the tranquility of a kayak, the restorative benefits of a surf or great hike, or the adrenalin rush of mountain biking downhill.
All you have to do is pick your pace.
The Great Ocean Road and surrounding areas has a wide array of courses and facilities for cyclists - whether you're a road cyclist, love the energy of mountain biking or are searching for a cruisy...
Sleep under the stars, along a river, next to the ocean (or all three) when you’re camping on and around the Great Ocean Road. From family friendly holiday parks to parking your RV in one of your...
Ocean, beach, estuary, river and lake, all within your reach with backdrops that will take your breath...
With some of the most highly rated public access courses in Australia located within the Great Ocean Road region it's little wonder many of the visitors who arrive are toting a set of golf...
From friendly forgiving beginner waves to learn on, to some of the world surfing pros' favourite surf spots - the Great Ocean Road coast is filled with opportunity. The Great Ocean Road region...
There's no better way to communicate with nature and checkout the scenery, than to lace up you comfy shoes, strap on a backpack and hit the...
The Great Ocean Road region is a natural for walking, hiking, rambling and ambling, whatever your ability or experience level. There's no better way to communicate with nature and check out the...
Diving, snorkelling, rock pooling, boogie boarding, paddle boarding and more. There's plenty of ways to get in the water around the Great Ocean...
Hidden treasures await behind every twist and turn of the Great Ocean Road. This secret-revealing journey reveals some of the...
Plan your own golf tour at the idyllic courses on the Great Ocean Road. Pack the clubs and set off on one of the world’s most...
Whether you’re dropping a line from the peaceful river boardwalks, casting from ocean breakwaters, surf fishing from the shores...
Many people are familiar with the Great Ocean Road but less know that the region is full of reasons to get out of the car and...
Leave the road behind and bomb, flow, hurtle or delicately pick your way through the great bike trails surrounding the Great...
With over 240km to explore and some of the best campgrounds in Victoria, the Great Ocean Road offers a great range of camping...
The Great Ocean Road has long been an Australian favourite surfing road trip destination. Since the 1950’s surfers and their...
Adventure awaits behind every twist and turn of the Great Ocean Road – home to Victoria’s most epic outdoor experiences....
Tower Hill is a wonder to experience on the Great Ocean...
Coast along this 44km world-class walking and biking trail from Torquay to...
Take the kids on adventure activities around the Great Ocean...
The Great Ocean Walk traverses 104 kms along the coast between Apollo Bay and the 12 Apostles and recommended to take 8 days....
The top 10 campgrounds on the Great Ocean Road. With over 240km to explore and some of the best campgrounds in Victoria, the...
Plan your own golf tour at the idyllic courses on the Great Ocean...
The charming fishing village that’s the last stop on the Great Ocean...
Reel in a 100kg Bluefin Tuna, gummy shark and quality game fish straight from the Continental...
Spend the weekend discovering the highlights of Victoria’s best kept hiking...
Venture beyond the day tripper track and explore Port Campbell, Warrnambool, Port Fairy and...
Top 20 experiences for your Great Ocean Road bucket...
Whether you followed the call of the waves to surf world class beaches or you’re a traveller looking for some adventure along...
Surf’s up on the Great Ocean Road! With endless white sandy beaches and sparkling blue waves to conquer, there’s no better...
With an international reputation as one of Australia’s best surf beaches, Bells Beach is an amazing spot – either in the...
Timboon is a picnic-ers paradise. With so much produce on offer as part of the 12 Apostles Food Artisan Trail, you can pick up an afternoon’s worth...
The Great Ocean Road region, from Torquay to Nelson and inland to places like Casterton and Colac, has some of the beautiful and diverse scenery in...
When I feel like it’s time to clear the cobwebs, I like to explore new places, commune with nature and re-centre myself. This time, I chose the...
You can visit the Great Ocean Road region at any time of year because each season brings its unique offerings. If you haven’t had the chance to...
Mountains, rivers, beaches, forests… the Great Ocean Road region has it all when it comes...
The beauty of the Great Ocean Walk is that you can choose how far you want to walk, how hard you want it to be, what you want to see…AS WELL AS...
With a mix of beaches, clifftops, farmlands, rainforests and hinterland, Great Ocean Walk is a magnificent roller coaster of...
I’ve lived in Apollo Bay my entire life and the best thing about winter on the Great Ocean Road is there’s no stopping those with a love for...
There are so many epic places to grab that perfect photo – here are a few faves and a few ones you may not know...
Adventurers Cam and Elise Greenwood spent three days on the Great Ocean Walk, starting at Blanket Bay and finishing at Johanna Beach. They were...
For 100 years, tourists have driven the Great Ocean Road to see some of the world’s most beautiful national parks, beaches, coast, rainforests...
You may be asking yourself what to do with the kids these winter school holidays. Well, keeping your kids entertained (and dry) during the...
Local dairy, beef, ice cream and berries for lunch and seafood and local brews for supper. How does that sound? From the treetops of Timboon to the...
Need a little indulgence and a slice of big nature escapism? This four-day seaside adventure will tick all the...
If you’ve set up base in Portland for your summer holiday, you should know that there are some great inland day trips you can take to mix up your...
This stretch of the Great Ocean Road is much less visited than the icons to the east but rewards the intrepid traveller with some incredible sights...
Time to round up the kids and head to the seaside city of FUN for the whole family in Warrnambool. A friendly and relaxed city that offers wildlife...
Warrnambool is a fantastic family-friendly destination. with bucket loads of things to do, from exciting locations to explore to wildlife and...
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village and Museum has everything you need to know about the shipwreck history along Victoria’s south west...
There’s lots to see, do and experience in Warrnambool, so we’ve hand-picked a few essential need-to-knows to settle you into your beach...
Aireys Inlet, a gorgeous coastal hamlet, gateway to the peaceful curves of the Great Ocean Road and the dramatic nature of the Great Otway National...
As local residents, we fall in love with Lorne every day, no matter what the...
Are you the “planner” of the road trip? or are you that friend who just rocks up and goes along for the adventure? 🚗 🧳 ☀️
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Feb 7
Whether you're a history buff, foodie, nature lover or adventurer get ready for a great time in Portland.
Oh and don’t forget to...
Feb 4
Explore the charming coastal town of Port Fairy its historic architecture, stunning beaches, and vibrant arts scene make this Victorian ...
Feb 3
It’s not too late to book a summer getaway. Here’s 5 things to do in Apollo Bay & the Otways.
1. Go boogie boarding at the...
Jan 31
This is Lake Elizabeth a 15 minute drive from Forrest. The enormous, ghostly tree trunks emerging from the still water gives the lake a ...
Jan 29
Voted the 4th best beach in
A U S T R A L I A !!
by @bestaustralianbeaches Apollo Bay beach is a 3km long eastern facing beach, ...
Jan 27
Ever been to Cape Bridgewater?
Only 20 minutes from Portland, Cape Bridgewater is picturesque, secluded and a must see on your ...
Jan 27
Take the weekend to explore Great Ocean Roads breweries and distilleries. #GreatCall
For more great breweries and distilleries ...
Jan 26
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Great Ocean Road Regional Tourism acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the Great Ocean Road region the Wadawurrung, Eastern Maar & Gunditjmara. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging. We recognise and respect their unique cultural heritage and the connection to their traditional lands. We commit to building genuine and lasting partnerships that recognise, embrace and support the spirit of reconciliation, working towards self-determination, equity of outcomes and an equal voice for Australia’s first people.
