Top 7 things to do these Easter Holidays around the Great Ocean Road
A visit to the Great Ocean Road region during the Easter holidays will keep you so busy you will work off those Easter Eggs in no time!
1. Easter at Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie, Bellbrae
Set on 15 acres just minutes from Torquay you will find a display of over 30,000 handcrafted Easter chocolates that makes the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery one of the most delicious destinations to visit this Easter holidays. Bring the family along and enjoy the showroom filled with delectable Easter treats or stay a while and dine at the Pod Cafe.
No matter what you decide we are sure you will leave with a smile on your face. We can hardly wait!
2. Attend the Rip Curl Pro, Bells Beach
Bells Beach has become synonymous with the history and tradition of world surfing. This iconic surfing event is one of the most well-known events of the Great Ocean Road region and in 2023 it will celebrate its 6oth anniversary.
Grab a coffee, don your beanie and coat, and head to Bells Beach to view the action from the stands along the clifftops.
Budj Bim Cultural Landscape Tourism
3. Explore Budj Bim National Park
Budj Bim National Park is home to a long-dormant volcano – Budj Bim. The tranquil crater lake bushland surrounds make a perfect place for bushwalking, picnics, and camping.
For a dive into the unique history of the area book onto one of the two-hour, half-day, or full-day tours with Budj Bim Cultural Landscape Tourism. Budj Bim Cultural Landscape Tourism offers visitors a first-hand experience of Southwest Victoria’s Gunditjmara Country – a unique place with universal heritage values and that is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
Otway Fly Treetop Adventures Walk
4. Go above & beyond at Otway Fly Treetops Adventures
Experience the thrill of Australia’s longest and tallest treetop walk, or elevate your adventure with a zipline tour that sends you flying through the towering rainforest at Otway Fly Treetop Adventures.
Prefer to keep your feet on the ground? The breathtaking rainforest trails offer a more serene way to immerse yourself in nature. After your visit, take a drive to nearby Forrest to discover more of the Great Otway National Park.
Apollo Bay Surf and Kayak
5. Learn to surf in Apollo Bay
Learning to surf on the Great Ocean Road is a quintessential experience. Apollo Bay Surf and Kayak offer daily surfing lessons conducted by qualified lifeguards and will have you standing up on a wave in your first session.
Afterward, you can hire a board and head into the surf with your new-found skills or warm up and enjoy lunch at one of the many cafes and restaurants Apollo Bay has to offer.
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and Village
6. Experience history at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum & Village
At Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum & Village you will enjoy a truly unique experience. Flagstaff Hill is the place to remember the stories of the many ships, crewmen, and passengers who were claimed by the treacherous Shipwreck Coast with the museum being home to the largest collection of shipwreck artifacts in Australia.
For the full experience book to enjoy the sound and light show ‘Tales of the Shipwreck Coast’ and as night falls experience the stories of Australia’s maritime history in the historic village.
Cape Otway Lightstation
7. Visit Cape Otway Lightstation Grounds, Cape Otway
Cape Otway Lightstation sits atop 90-metre rugged cliffs and for those history buffs, it is considered one of the most significant lighthouses in all of Australia. At the precinct, you will find the Lightkeeper’s Cafe, whale viewing platforms and much more. Check out their website for more information and opening hours.
To experience the magnificence of sunrise and sunset at Cape Otway Lightstation consider booking into one of their accommodation options on-site.
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