This Great Ocean Road Tour is a guided scenic drive along Australia’s most spectacular coastline with jaw-dropping ocean views and ancient rainforests. Our group day tour includes visiting the iconic rock formations known as the 12 Apostles. Explore the stunning Loch Ard Gorge and marvel at the views from all the best lookouts within the Port Campbell National Park. Wander through seaside towns such as Apollo Bay and have time to explore other beautiful beaches and walks.
Great Ocean Road Tours Highlights
- Visit the historic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch
- Surf Coast beaches, seaside towns, and stunning coastal views
- Spot Australian wildlife along the the Great Ocean Road
- Enjoy lunch in the seaside town of Apollo Bay
- Rainforest walk through the Great Otway National Park
- Loch Ard Gorge and the Shipwreck Coast Port Campbell National Park
- The world-famous Twelve Apostles Port Campbell National Park
- If time permits, we visit the Razorback, Island Archway, Salt & Pepper Shakers formations
Trip Inclusions
- All National Park entry fees
- Australian flora and fauna sightings
- A professional & friendly driver/guide
- Local informative tour commentary
- Comfortable coach transportation service
- Select inner-city pick-up & drop-off locations
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Google & TripAdvisor Reviews
- Fantastic day on the Great Ocean Road with our driver Nate. He provided lots of information on various locations throughout the day on the intercom and was available to answer any questions while we were stopped. We loved all the stops. The recommendations for food at Apollo Bay were excellent.Cormac Harraghy4/07/2023
- Yesterday I came back from the Great Ocean Road + Grampians tour. The tourguide, Tim, was amazing: even the music was thought through. He had lots of stories to tell. A very caring and fun man. Further... The hostel was nice. Breakfast was above expectations. The sights were great. Overall a very very good experience. Recommend to everyone!Evy van Weelden1/23/2021
- Fantastic trip Very satisfied with this trip. Stopped at some beautiful sites along the way on great ocean road. Lovely walks around the grampians national park and stunning view points. Our guide (tara) was just great she made everything very clear and tells some interesting stories about the sites we are visiting and passing. Would highly recommendLance I3/12/2020
- It worth it even if it is raining! The Twelve Apostles, plus the Great Ocean Road, is a must-see for anyone visiting Melbourne. It worths the day spent on it, even if the weather is not great. I recommend this tour of the Wildlife Tours Australia: positive benefit-cost ratio and the guide (Alan) was careful and shared the right amount of information.dfucs10/21/2019
- A great day out! We really enjoyed our Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour with Wildlife Tours Australia. Our tour guide Lewis was great - shared so much about Australia’s history, environment, people and above all wildlife. We saw three koalas up at the Kennett River and the Great Ocean Road views were amazing. Highly recommend!Deborah BB8/11/2019
- Great way to visit the Great Ocean Road Had an amazing day visiting the Great Ocean Road with a small group. Visited beautiful places, and learned a lot thanks to our tour guide Lewis! Liked the fact that it was reversed because we avoided big crowds, and the drive back home was short. Would definitely recommend!Gunnvor B.5/06/2019
- Great Ocean Road 1 Day Tour My two friends and I did the one day tour of the Great Ocean Road with Tim as our guide. He was awesome! We loved his music playlist on the bus - made the trip much more enjoyable! We stopped at beautiful places and got to see wild koalas and parrots. Definitely recommend this tour!Catherine V4/24/2019
- Great tour We saw some fabulous country in our 2 day/1 night tour of the Great Ocean Road and Grampians. Our guide, Gerry, knew so much about the local area and the history and geomorphology of the landforms we saw...it was a great tour, with plenty of opportunity to stop and walk around.sallyanne9920154/06/2019
- Ivar We had a great ocean road tour with vist to rainforest. Well organized, lots to see tour. Must to do if you're in Melbourn and have all day to fill. Yes, it's a long day (14 hours in our case) but we get many happy memories and hundreds great pics. Very friendly guide Andrew. Thank you!Ivar P3/20/2019
- GreatTour! Amazing wildlife! We took the 3 day trip from Melbourne to Adelaide via the Great Ocean Road And Grampians. It was a great trip. Our tour guide Jerry was amazing, he was extremely knowledgeable and very passionate about the wildlife. We learned a lot and loved the scenery and wildlife sightings.Sue E2/27/2019
- Reverse Great Ocean Road Had a great day on the Great Ocean Road with Hiro as our guide. He gave us lots of information in a lively and interesting way. Seeing the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge was stunning. We were also lucky to see several koalas in the wild. A great day out.Jacqueline M2/23/2019
- I went to the Great Ocean Road with Wildlife Tours and hands down was one of the best experiences I’ve had with a tour agency. Driver has a lot of knowledge about the places we visited and also is a very friendly person. The highlight of the tour was 12 apostles, was amazing!! Highly recommend it!Emmanuel Robert1/23/2019
- Alles perfekt, super Tour, toller Guide! 2-Daytrip great ocean road & Grampians:+ top organisiert+ viele Stops bei Lookouts, kurze Walks+ Guide Ash hat sich um alles bestens gekümmert, super freundlich und sehr hilfsbereit! Er wollte immer das Beste für alle!+ interessante Hintergrundstories- vielleicht könnte man noch einen kurzen Badestopp einbauen bei den Wasserfällen, dafür war zu wenig ZeitMelina P1/15/2019
- 1 Day Great Ocean Road Tour... A cool way to see the Great Ocean Road if you only have 1 day - our guide Fiona was great, sharing her knowledge & passion of the area throughout the day. Stops along the way for morning Coffee & lunch - the last 2 stops of the 12 Apostles & Loch Ard Bay are fantastic!dewy1471/15/2019
- 3 Days Tour from Melbourne to Adelaide A wonderful 3 day tour from Melbourne to Adelaide. Along the Great Ocean Road and seen the 12 Apostles. The beautiful wildlife Koalas, kangaroos and emus. Despite rain an amazing hiking tour in the Grampians, At the foot stood the pink lake. A big thank you to our guide Fraser, he is professional, resourceful, funny .Katharina Gruber12/17/2018
- Great Ocean Road Tour I did the Reverse Great Ocean Road Tour with Wildlife Tours and it was bloody amazing! It's the reverse one, so it was not crowded at all and I absolutely loved all the places we went to. Our guide was amazing and the lunch + dinner was excellent! Thank you Wildlife Tours for making my day so amazing 🙂Melanie12/02/2017
- Awesome 2 day/1 night Great Ocean Road & Grampians National Park tour I recently took this tour on 28 August 2017 and had a fantastic time. Our tour guide Dave is very knowledgeable and very passionate about ensuring everyone will have a good experience. The Great Ocean Road scenic drive was beautiful. 12 Apostle was amazing. This tour definitely delivers. Seen kangaroo and koalas. Accommodation at Neds Bed is very good. Highly recommended.Quynh N9/25/2017
- La meilleure manière d'explorer le Great Ocean Road La réservation (approx $100Cad) inclus la cueillette à notre hôtel ainsi que le retour sur place, et une visite d'une partie du Great Ocean Road (le Otway National Park) sur une distance de 550km aller-retour. Visite incontournable des 12 Sisters, une journée bien remplie.Leplateau3/07/2017
- Awesome Fantastic tour foing directly to 12 apostles and coming back by great ocean road. The tour started at 7am and finished at 9pm, it was long but even though I was not feeling tired because the guide was really really good (STEVE), the food was good also (pizza by the dinner), all the stops had interesting things to do, I reccomend!Cris Favalli3/07/2017
- I had a really great time. I did the 3 days Great Ocean Road and Grampians tour. It was fun to experience the nature with a group of fellow travelers. And the driver made a huge difference. Darren is very knowledgable and fun to hang around with. He cooked for us and stayed with us overnights at the hostels.Lutz Büch1/23/2017
- Long day but worth it! Booked two tours with this company. Great Ocean Road and Rainforest Tour was definitely worth it. Tours are on a minibus so small groups and much better than large coaches. Had an excellent guide, Daniel F who was informative, friendly and helpful. Picked up and dropped back near to hotel.100Shelly8/07/2016
- Great Ocean Road Tour?? FABULOUS!!! Great Ocean Road Tour -- Reverse... Breath taking views of The South Australia coastline. London Bridge, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Surf beach at Apollo Bay, a rainforest with very unique trees, and a chance to see wild koalas!! A Fabulous day on the road with tour guide, Kelly... Thank you!! Great solo, as couples, families, or friends!ColClayton5/22/2016
- Excellent tour, perfect tourguide! I did the 2-day-tour; Great Ocean Road and the Grampians.It was excellent! Tourguide Dave did a good job and was very knowledgeable. We did see so many nice things and had a very good group!I would really recommend this tour to everyone, especially with tourguide Dave 🙂Ing E4/06/2016
- Great ocean road I did the one day tour to the great ocean road. It was simply amazing! The places were incredibly beautiful, the food was nice... Our driver and guide Tim was the best that I have ever seen! He just knew everything about the place, and told us the stories of Australia and the places we were visiting. I totally recommend!!Francielle D1/21/2016
- Great Ocean Road day trip Went on the Great Ocean Road trip with Darren and had a fantastic time. Not only is he extremely knowledgable but he makes the facts fun and relatable to every member in the bus. If I could rate this trip higher, I would. Thank you for a wonderful day Darren!Brittney F1/17/2016
- Eleven out of ten for this trip. Absolutely superb trip on The Great Ocean Road. Rob L was the best tour guide I have EVER met. Wealth of knowledge was immense. He couldn't do enough for his clients and went out of his way to make sure everyone was happy. I repeat: this was the best tour and best guide ever.kindredspiritIreland1/14/2016
- Great Ocean Road I went on the great ocean road 1 day tour, and the tour guide for that day was Mr. Tim. It was a fantastic tour and experience, as Tim was very knowledgeable abut the historical events on the tour, wildlife plants and animals and shared many insights on the same. I had a great day, thanks to Tim.Lavanya_r200010/30/2015
- Amazing Tour Me and my friend did the 2 day Great Ocean Road and Grampians tour. It was incredible, we had a really good and careble guide. He could tell us a lot of information and he had a big passion for his profession although it's hard work. I would definitely book a tour with Wild Life again!Anka v5/04/2015
- Great experience! Joined the 3D2N Great Ocean Road & Grampians tour. Overall, it was a wery organized and well-planned tour! Our guide Craig/Bones was a lively and very experienced guide who made the tour a very fruitful experience, and we were brought to all the nice lookouts for the best views and photos! A truly recommended experience!AmandaW1234510/27/2014
- A memorable day on the Great Ocean Road We had a wonderful day on the Great Ocean Road! The day was beautifully paced and our tour guide Ben was wonderful! The scenery was of course breathtaking, but Ben's enthusiasm and expert story-telling really made the day memorable. Was a great day overall and would recommend this tour to anyone.theexcalibre7/13/2014
- Melbourne rocked with Wildlife We has a wonderful week in melbourne in Wildlife's hands- From Penguins to wines at the Yarra to the Great Ocean Road to Lake Mountains's Winter wonderland- Great people who lovewhat they're doing and it shows!You can't see Melbourne without them!!!workinforcruisin6/10/2014
- Amazing Experience, Superb Guide We went for 1 day tour of Great Ocean Road including 12 Apostles. We had a wonderful time and took some really cool pictures. Our guide Henning was really icing of the cake with his narrations and great photography skills. I would recommend this tour to all ....Vishu20143/09/2014
- Three day Melbourne to Adelaide Great Ocean Road I enjoyed this tour very much. The tour took in a LOT of sights in just three days, and went to the Grampians as well as the Great Ocean Road. Our driver-guide was Tom and he entertained the group not just with knowledgeable stories but also entertaining and highly apt song choices along the way. Good times.Mat1lda3/19/2013
- Hi jus finished the 2 day great ocean trip. Was a ggreat appetizer for the great ocean road & got a glimpse of so many things, planned to perfection. Henning was an excellent & knowledgeable guide. Had 20 members from 8 different countries & we all gel very well. Was great fun. Jeyjeyanth rose1/23/2013
- Great value for money and awesome sights We did the 2 day great ocean road and Philip island tour and it was fab! Our tour guide yvette was knowledgable and really up beat. You'd never be able to see so much if you drove it by yourself. the food was great 🙂 highly recommend this tour to budget travellersemilylroberts2/10/2012
- Stunning scenery and views - Great Ocean Road day tour. We booked the 1 Day Great Ocean Road - With Helicopter Flight tour ($170pp).Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating of all passengers. It was a long day but definitely worth the time and money spent.Helicopter flight duration is no longer than 10 minutes.Certainly one of Australia's treasures, with stunning scenery and views along the way.MB__Aussie11/30/2011
Great Ocean Road Trip Itinerary
The Great Ocean Road is Victoria’s famous must-do road trip. One day we will show you the beauty of this coastal drive and take you through pristine beaches, fresh rainforest and rugged limestone rock formations.
Be wowed by the 12 Apostles – these iconic rock formations lie just off the shore of Port Campbell National Park in Victoria. Get lost in the beauty of this natural scenery and allow our guides to regale you with the stories and history that shapes this epic coastline.
Depart Melbourne
Once we have left Melbourne, we head down to the Surf Coast, passing through gorgeous seaside townships such as Anglesea, Lorne and Airey’s Inlet. We stop along the way for some morning tea and to breathe in the fresh sea air whilst spotting surfers out on the water. The proximity to Antarctica means that you will learn why everyone wears a wet suit once you dip your toes into the water.
The Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch
Stop at the Great Ocean Road monument, which marks the original starting point of the Great Ocean Road. After some photos at the iconic Memorial Arch and a lesson on the history of the soldiers who built this road and dedicated it to their fallen comrades, we will wind through more stunning views (of course, stopping for pictures!)
Search for Australian flora and fauna
Along the journey, we will be making stops to look for Koalas and other Australian wildlife on the Great Ocean Road, hanging out in the wild. As they are wild, we cannot guarantee where they will show up, but our knowledgeable guides know all the best spots to get out into the bush and spot them sleeping!
Stop to Enjoy Lunch in Apollo Bay
A welcome lunch break is taken in Apollo Bay (approximately 45 minutes – at guests’ own expense). Once you have explored Apollo Bay, grabbed any souvenirs you wish to buy, or tasted some delicious ice cream, then it is back on the bus to the Great Otway National Park inland.
Rainforest walk in the Great Otway National Park
Still on the Great Ocean Road but now continuing up into the lush green hills of the Great Otway National Park. Drive past towering Eucalyptus trees until we arrive at a patch of Cool, Temperate Rainforest. You will be amazed at the difference in the scenery as we take a walk through the tree ferns and marvel at the ‘ancient relics’ Myrtle Beach trees. These provide perfect canopy shade and originate from when Australia was part of a supercontinent known as Gondwanaland. Breathe in the fresh air before we take a relaxing drive out to the dramatic Shipwreck Coast!
The Twelve Apostles
Once out of the trees and back by the Southern Ocean, we arrive in Port Campbell National Park, home to the iconic 12 Apostles. We will spend about 40 minutes at the Apostles, where you will enjoy free time to take in the views from every angle, walk along the boardwalks, and get the perfect pictures of this wild and rugged coastline.
Loch Ard Gorge and the Shipwreck Coast
Also, in the National Park, we head down to Loch Ard Gorge, the site of one of Australia’s most well know shipwrecks, hear the dramatic tale of Tom and Eva and then head down to the beach to look for the caves. This is also where you will find rock formations such as Island Archway, Razorback, and the ‘Salt and Pepper Shakers too.
Great Ocean Road Tour returns to Melbourne
After a full day of exploring, we say goodbye to the Great Ocean Road and turn back inland to drive back to Melbourne via country roads. We pass through farmlands en route to the country town of Colac. Here, you can grab a quick bite for dinner (at the guests’ own expense) if you wish, as we will arrive back home in Melbourne at approximately 8:30 pm.
Details
Pick-up Locations & TImes
Our central meeting point for this tour will be the Immigration Museum (east-side), 400 Flinders St, corner of Market St, Melbourne @ 7:35AM.
- 6:55 - Pegasus Apartments Hotel - 206 A’Beckett St, Melbourne
- 7:00 - Melbourne Marriott Hotel - Cnr Exhibition St Lonsdale St, Melbourne
- 7:05 - Space Hotel - 380 Russell St, Melbourne
- 7:10 - Grand Hyatt Melbourne - Russell St entrance, Melbourne
- 7:20 - Adina Apartment Hotel - 189 Queen St, Melbourne
- 7:25 -The Savoy Hotel – 630 Little Collins St, Melbourne
- 7:35 - Immigration Museum (east-side), 400 Flinders St corner of Market St, Melbourne
- 7:40 - Crown Towers - 8 Whiteman St Queens Bridge St, Southbank
Pricing
Great Ocean Road and Rainforest 1 Day Tour: $150 Adult (13+), $120 Child (0 to 12)
If you’re keen on travelling to the Great Ocean Road on a private tour with just your friends or family we can help take you there. You can create your own tailor-made Melbourne trip or follow our itinerary. Contact our charters team for more information on charters@gltg.com.au.
What you need to bring?
- Water bottle
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm and cool clothing
- Rain jacket
- Camera
- A sense of adventure
FAQ
How long does it take to drive the Great Ocean Road?
Starting from Melbourne, a trip to the Great Ocean Road is a 664 km return. Travelling via Torquay, Apollo Bay, and Port Fairy and returning to Melbourne takes 9.5 hours to drive. The Great Ocean Road has two main starting points when travelling from Melbourne. You can turn onto the Great Ocean Road from either Torquay or Anglesea. Our 1-day great ocean road tours turn onto Great Ocean Road at Anglesea. It’s from here the Great Ocean Road hugs the coastline through to Apollo Bay. Our tours travel to the 12 Apostles before returning to Melbourne. This journey is a 504 km return to Melbourne, which takes 7hrs hours to drive. We spend 12hrs along the Great Ocean Road, enjoying many beautiful locations and stopping to explore.
Where does the Great Ocean Road start and end?
The Great Ocean Road starts from Torquay, 104km south of Melbourne. The Great Ocean Road ends 244 km later in Allansford. However, we recommend you travel through to Warrnambool to visit the largest city along the Great Ocean Road.
Can you do the Great Ocean Road in one day?
Yes, we specialise in offering one-day trips to the Great Ocean Road, helping travellers maximise their time in Melbourne. Between April and October, hiring a car for a one-day trip to the Great Ocean Road is not recommended. This region can experience high winds and severe rainstorms. You have limited daylight and will be returning to Melbourne in the dark on less maintained roads. From Melbourne, a Great Ocean Road day trip in a hire car is a tiring journey with approximately 7hrs of driving. We highly recommend joining a great ocean road tour and letting our experienced tour drivers ensure a fantastic day from start to finish.
How long should you take to do the Great Ocean Road?
664 km/413 miles, about 9.5 hours
One of Victoria’s most scenic roads, the Great Ocean Road is a fantastic 1-day bus tour from the capital of Melbourne to the iconic 12 Apostles.
What is the best time to visit the Great Ocean Road?
The best time to visit the Great Ocean Road depends largely on what activities you plan on doing. For those who prefer warmer weather, September to April is the best time of year to visit. This period offers mostly sunny days and temperatures ranging from 16-25°C (60-77°F). During this period, you can take advantage of activities such as swimming at the beach or surfing in the ocean.
How hard is the Great Ocean Road Walk?
The Great Ocean Walk has a difficulty rating of “moderate” to “challenging.” It means there will be short, steep climbs and uneven, bumpy trails. A relatively energetic lifestyle and some walking experience are recommended.
How long is the 12 Apostles walk?
At just over 100 kilometres, it combines Australia’s tallest coastal cliffs, the remains of various historic shipwrecks, and vast stretches of uninhabited beaches. A walk along this route can perhaps bring a new twist at every turn.
Is the Great Ocean Road worth it?
For most visitors to Melbourne, a tour-guided trip to the Great Ocean Road is a must. Like many other Australian cities, it’s always worth taking a car or bus tour and travelling outside the city.
Do you have other 1 day Melbourne tour?
Also, Wildlife Melbourne Tours offers Yarra Valley Wine Tours that are perfect for wine connoisseurs and novices. Our tours provide an intimate experience of the Yarra Valley, allowing guests to explore some of the region’s finest wineries. You’ll visit boutique vineyards and taste award-winning wines during our Yarra Valley Wine Tours. Our tour guides are passionate and knowledgeable about Yarra Valley wines, so you can rest assured that your experience will be both educational and enjoyable. And to top it off, you’ll get to enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the region’s finest wineries. So join us for an unforgettable Yarra Valley Wine Tour experience!
30 thoughts on “1 Day Great Ocean Road Tour”
My friend and I did this tour on our second day in Australia (both in our late 20s). We both had such a fantastic day and were lucky that the sunshine came out for us as well during the day. We had Tim (with long hair – there were two Tims!) as our guide and we couldn’t have asked for better. Such a friendly and knowledgeable guy, absolutely loved his stories and facts throughout the day and how his playlist linked in with the information he was telling us. I felt so lucky to see wild koalas in Lorne ( we weren’t successful in seeing any in Noosa or Magnetic Island later on during our travels so felt even luckier we had managed to see them on this trip and so early on!). Loved the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, had famous Dooleys ice cream in Apollo Bay…. we fit so much into the day, it was very worthwhile. Of course like with any daytrip /tour, I wish we could have had slightly more time in each place and to have seen even more sights rather than having to pick and choose here and there because of time constraints. Overall so happy that we decided to do this tour!
We have been in Melbourne for just 3 days . So We have chosen the 1 day Great Ocean Road and it was absolutely amazing. Had fun at Cape Patton and enjoyed the beautiful great ocean rod cost and the ‘12 Apostles’. Had a great experience with our couch tour operator. Our guide John was absolutely funny, responsible and prepared for it. Thanks for everything.
Excellent tour. Duane the driver/guide very well planned and well informed. He organised the day well, commencing with a welcome coffee break. There was a good choice of photo stops along the Great Ocean Road. Apollo Bay was a good place to have lunch followed by a delicious Chocolate Ice Cream at the Award winners local outlet. We enjoyed the Rainforest and had some fantastic walks at the coast as we made our way along to the Twelve Apostles. It was a beautiful sunny day so conditions were ideal for this tour. Although there was a lot to see we never felt rushed. There was also plenty of cool water on hand. It was a memorable day out. Thanks to Duane for being an excellent Guide and- Yes- I will remember: Melbourne is the greatest City in the World!!”
My two friends and I did the one day tour of the Great Ocean Road with Tim as our guide. He was awesome! We loved his music playlist on the bus – made the trip much more enjoyable! We stopped at beautiful places and got to see wild koalas and parrots. Definitely recommend this tour!
My friends and I did the reverse great ocean road with Daniel as our guide, and had the BEST time! Daniel is an awesome host and guide, if you’re lucky enough to get on his bus you’ll be in for an amazing day! We also did the optional helicopter tour which was a great way to see the “12” Apostles.
The day trip to Great Ocean Road starts early in the morning and takes 12 hours long (the whole day). Is good to wear comfortable clothes, shoes and bring a bottle of water with you.
It is a small group, no more than 20 people, and during our way, we stopped to see some wild Aussie animals as cockatoos, koalas, kangaroos.
We had lunch in Apolo Bay in a small restaurant and our guide suggested to try the famous local ice cream at Dooley`s (delicious).
We stopped to do small hiking (40 minutes) at the Rain Forest and then, we continued by car until the Twelve Apostles Lookout. The view is unbelievable and the sunset is breathtaking. We also visited some places around where is possible to go to the beaches and see the huge stones which are part of The Twelve Apostles, as well.
Our guide, Guy, is an amazing and kind person and he knows everything about the place.
It was a happy and unforgettable day. I strongly recommend it!
Seriously the Great Ocean Road should be renamed The Amazing Ocean Road!! What a journey this is full of coastal wonders, Koala encounters and the breath taking 12 Apostles. I completely recommend this tour… brilliant day!
I must commend Simon on such a brilliant tour of the Great Ocean Road. His guidance and entertaining commentary as we travelled further brought to life an already breath taking journey. Cheers Wildlife Tours
We chose this tour for its great reviews and great price and we were not disappointed. Thank you to Wildlife Tours for an amazing trip
Had an amazing 1-day Great Ocean Road- trip, with a great itenirary and fun tour-guide! We were super happy with the whole day 🙂
Amazing tour way beyond my expectations. Id like to thank Darren our tour guide. his knowledge took this Great Ocean Road Tour to another level
I joined this great ocean road day tour over the new year period and was blown away by the service and knowledge of our tour guide Brad. Really enjoyed this incredible region. Highly recommend this tour
We loved this great ocean road tour so much. Seeing Koalas in the wild and a stunning rainforest walk were surprising highlights of this beautiful tour. Great value for money I will recommend to all my friends and family.
Thank you for such a wonderful experience. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed Tim’s commentary and guidance throughout our tour. Strongly recommend.
We didn’t expected it would be such a long day, yet it was a great one.
Thanks to our very experienced and passionate tour guide Darren and the excited Koala Charlie! Highly recommended!
We booked the private group with the same highlight with this day trip, everything are wonderful lunch is great, all the place are so beautiful and impressible. The best of the best is “Charlie”our tour leader and driver, he knows everything about the trip very well and entertain us along the trip, he has knowledge in dept since he worked in that forest before so real and fantastic, my daughter and son learned a lot about rain forest during walking and have fun. He is so professional tour leader and kind person, he recommended the good restaurant for dinner and managed the time perfectly. I strongly recommend all my friends to visit Melbourne and have the trip with you again. Thank again for wonderful trip.
Regards
Charlie’s angel
Thank you Wildlife Tours and to our Guide Darren for such an incredible experience. I will highly recommend to friends and family
Wow what can I say about this trip but another WOW! Our guide was incredible and helped create an incredible experience. The Great Ocean road is a must do if coming to Melbourne
Had a great day trip with Autopia to The Great Ocean Road & Rainforest walk. Henning, our tour guide was fantastic. Generous with his time (we are still on the bus at 9.30pm), knowledgeable, professional – and a really nice bloke!
Would recommend this company and this gentleman to anyone. Hotel pick up fantastic.
Thank you
Excellent day trip! Bus is a little small, but it didn’t take away from the day and the driver was fantastic and very knowledgeable. This trip is worth every penny.
We were picked up in central Melbourne and had morning tea in a little town called Colac. First landmark we saw was the London Bridge where we stopped for 15 mins to take in the view, we then went on to Loch Ard Gorge where we had longer time to walk around, really beautiful spot. Then we headed to the 12 Apostles where we had an hour, we had lunch here and there was an opportunity to go up in a helicopter for those who had pre-booked. There is a steady walk around the cliffs to take in the views of the Apostles. It is a busy place with lots of posing and selfies!
We then moved on to Mait’s rest forest tour again an easy 30 min walk the guide was entertaining and new his stuff. The trees were amazing to see.
We then had a toilet break at a seaside town and on to my favourite part of the day….Koalas! I got to see my first wild koalas on this trip. In fact one was sat on the crash barrier looking out to the ocean! Our guide said he had never seen anything like it before! At Kennett River there were also a lot of parrots which are clearly used to being fed as they were jumping on some of the other tourists.
We then drove along the rest of the Ocean Drive Road and had a photo opportunity at the Memorial Park Gates. One last stop for pizzas in Torquay and back to Melbourne for about 7.30pm all in all a very memorable day and thanks to a great driver and tour guide. Definitely recommend this to anyone visiting Melbourne and has a spare day.
What a fantastic tour we had on the 6th December with Andrea (and Rob) who was training. He will be a lovely and very approachable tour guide when he is ready.
A lot of people recommended doing great ocean road over several days. However we saw everything we felt the need to see on the day tour, it was more than sufficient.
Throughout this time we had morning tea, stopped at several bays and beaches, a wildlife park, had a lunch stop, went to viewing points, did a rainforest walk AND saw the 12 Apostles. The day went by very quickly and although there were so many stops, we didn’t feel rushed which was great.
The highlight of our tour was definitely seeing the parrots and koalas in the trees. You can feed the parrots and get some amazing photos!
We were picked up at 6.55am and didn’t return in the CBD until 8.30pm! Andrea was extremely knowledgable about everything that we did and saw. I can thoroughly recommend it as something to do in Melbourne.
This tour is not a must, but can be done if you have a day to spend and don’t know what to do.
This tour takes you along different sights and places along the Great Ocean Road. It was a good tour as we got to see the 12 Apostles (now only 9 left), the Shipwreck Cove (The Loch Ard Gorge), The Maits Rest Rainforest (A small 20-25 mins walk through the rainforest) and many beautiful views along the Great Ocean Road. We also stopped in a place with some beautiful birds and koalas. It was a day well spent.
Our host for this tour was KK. She was really fun and patient (as at times we would return later than the rest of the group to the bus – apologies to everyone for that).
The tour was awesome. Got to spend time at all the major highlights of the Great Ocean Road! Tour guide was very helpful and nice. Would highly recommend as price is unbeatable.
I booked the Great Ocean road day tour with an online travel agent (Travel Freedom), who got me a day tour with Wildlife tours. I had been shopping around for rates and got a good deal for our family of six, which included lunch, so I was not sure what I would be getting for less than $100 per person, while other rates go as high as $130. Our tour went very well, my family enjoyed all the beauty and wonder of this tour, and all the history and information provided by our tour guide, Craig- who is not only knowledgeable, but full of wit and humor. Will look for Wildlife Tours again when we visit Australia!
We had a truly memorable day and couldn’t believe how much we managed to cram in. I need to give special mention to our tour guide Grant who really made the day with his informative but easygoing and often amusing commentary- it’s a long time to spend on a small coach and the commentary really helped the time pass and helped us learn about our surroundings.
The meal stop was also really good – better than you often expect on tours where restaurants cater for large groups converging on them.
Thanks for a tremendous day that we will always remember.
Best wishes,
Andy and Jill
My friends and I visited 3 places during our 1 week stay in Australia and the great ocean road was the best. The tourist guide was very friendly. Lots of things to see and pictures to take. We surely had a wonderful time.
It was my first time on the Great Ocean Road and I was not disappointed. The best part of it was the photo opportunities. So many things to see on a beautiful sunny day, I recommend this trip.
What an amazing tour with Rob, he had us in stitches. The views were amazing at the great ocean road. Everyone on the tour I spoke to really enjoyed themselves. Thanks Rob
Thanks for a good time. The koalas were my favorite of the one day tour. A long drive but the tour guide made it more fun.
I had an amazing time with Darren on the Great Ocean Road tour. He answered all our questions and helped us get the best out of our cameras by taking nice photos of beautiful places.