| A unique Australian treasure, the Great Ocean | | | | popular lookouts. Back closer to shore, Cape |
| Road offers travellers one of the most | | | | Otway features a majestic old lighthouse which is |
| spectacular coastal drives in the world, and has to | | | | worth the climb for panoramic views of the |
| be experienced. It is the perfect destination for | | | | coastline. It is one of the few lighthouses along |
| the self drive holiday. With pristine camping | | | | the coastline open to tourists. |
| grounds throughout the coastline, amazing national | | | | Further along the coast, visit the Lower Glenelg |
| parks and pretty seaside towns from start to | | | | National Park, which offers incredible camping |
| finish, there is something for everyone here. | | | | grounds surrounded by towering trees and a |
| Located in Victoria's south west coast, the Great | | | | peaceful river. Canoeing is popular here. As well as |
| Ocean Road begins in the trendy city of Geelong | | | | Apollo Bay, there are so many ideal camping |
| which is close to an hour from Melbourne. You | | | | spots to choose from, some located along the |
| might want to set aside a few days to enjoy the | | | | Bellarine Peninsula, Cumberland River Reserve, |
| turquoise waters of the Bellarine Peninsula, or | | | | Lower Glenelg National Park, Wye River and |
| spend some time in historical Queenscliff before | | | | Kennett River reserve. |
| you set out on the road trip of a lifetime. | | | | There is every type of outdoor activity along the |
| Port Campbell is one of the most well known | | | | Great Ocean Road. Swimming is a must, with |
| stretches, which is where you will find the | | | | Torquay one of the prettiest beaches, and |
| unforgettable Twelve Apostles, rock stacks which | | | | Anglesea another great choice for families with |
| rise up from the ocean like golden fingers. The | | | | the quiet waters great for the kids. Cycling, golf |
| best photo opportunities are around sunrise and | | | | and horse riding are also popular past times, as |
| sunsets with the brilliant colours totally | | | | well as fishing, with a smorgasbord of choices for |
| mesmerising. Bring your scarf and coats as the | | | | the most avid fisherman. One of the most |
| area is known for its cold winds, and set some | | | | common water sports along the coastline is |
| time aside to enjoy the local wharves and | | | | surfing. Some of the most popular surfing |
| museum which will give you a greater insight into | | | | beaches can be found at Point Lonsdale, Torquay, |
| the coast and legends of the many shipwrecks | | | | Point Danger and Bells Beach. Lorne and Apollo |
| primarily located between Moonlight Head and Port | | | | Bay are ideal for the body surfer, or just relaxing |
| Fairy. This stretch has been named 'Shipwreck | | | | and enjoying the beach views. It is best to try |
| Coast' for obvious reasons. | | | | some of the breaks further out of the popular |
| Planning an itinerary before you leave is a great | | | | tourist strips. Once again Cape Otway is a |
| idea, although there area so many places to stay | | | | favoured destination for surfers, although further |
| that you can still allow some flexibility in your | | | | west the conditions are too wild for safe surfing |
| plans. If you are looking for a relaxing getaway | | | | conditions. |
| location, Lorne and Apollo Bay are the ideal bases | | | | For avid walkers, the Great Ocean Walk takes |
| to provide a closer look at this stunning part of | | | | you through almost 100 kilometres of isolated |
| the world. One of the best places to camp in this | | | | coastline as along high cliffs and weaving into the |
| area are located close to the Wye and Kennett | | | | forests further inland. You can start and stop |
| Rivers, with Blanket Bay another secluded spot | | | | along the trail which starts at Apollo Bay and |
| that is often hidden from most of the tourists | | | | finishes right near the Twelve Apostles. Allow one |
| that frequent the area. Not only do you have | | | | week to a fortnight to make the most of this |
| prime access to the beautiful beaches here, but | | | | incredible journey. With so many places to see |
| the rainforests of the Otway Ranges which | | | | and things to do you will need a few days in each |
| frame the coast are just as breathtaking. | | | | favourite spot, and your rental car will give you |
| Take some time out to drive into the hinterland | | | | the freedom to choose exactly how and when |
| and enjoy some of the spectacular scenic walks, | | | | you experience the Great Ocean Road and its |
| or alternatively enjoy the mountain views from | | | | wonders. |
| your campervan as you head to some of the | | | | |