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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 has some of the world surfing professionals’ favourite surf spots. Most famous of all is internationally renowned Bells Beach, home to the annual Rip Curl Pro event – a hallmark event for Victoria.
The coastline from Torquay to the 12 Apostles has surf spots dotted along it. You get a clue when the surf is pumping when certain car parks along the Great Ocean Road are full of local tradesmen’s vans and utes – having downed tools for the day to capitalise on the good conditions.
If you’re an inexperienced or beginner surfer, the best way to learn is to take a surf lesson. These are usually held by qualified professionals on easier breaks (usually east of Apollo Bay or west of Warrnambool).
Between Cape Otway and Warrnambool is not the place for the newbie surfer, with bigger swells and tougher conditions.
Known for its ferocity, the Southern Ocean produces waves year round. Whilst many of the exposed breaks west of Cape Otway are...
I started surfing when I was eight or nine years old and shaped my first board at...
Boasting the world-famous Jun Juc and Bells Beach surfing beaches, Torquay is where Australia’s surf culture...
It’s amazing how transformative a few days by the sea can be. A weekend in Lorne full of fresh air, stunning views, saltwater and sunshine,...
You’ve probably heard before that Lorne has 10 waterfalls within 10kms…but have you seen them all? There has never been a better time...
5 reasons to book a “hideaway” in Apollo Bay this Autumn.
1. It has one of Australia’s best beaches voted by ...
Mar 28
Here’s your inspiration to plan a trip to Port Fairy and Warrnambool these school holidays. 🏄♂️ 🚗
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Mar 27
A sneak peek as to why a road trip along the Great Ocean Road should be on your list this Autumn . 🚘 🧺 🍂 🥃
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Mar 25
Let us show you the secret’s of the Great Ocean Road Region. #greatcall
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Mar 21
Learn to surf on gentle rolling waves, scoot along the quiet streets to the local farmers market, swim In sheltered bays and visit a ...
Mar 20
Never gets old. 📍Gibson Steps truly is a magical place. Check the tides to feel like a tiny person as you marvel at these giant rock ...
Mar 17
The Lower Falls are not large, but you can get behind them and look out through the falling water to the large pool surrounded by mossy logs...
Mar 15
Come for the adventure and stay for the 🌅
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Mar 10
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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.
