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Unveil the Wonders of Great Otway National Park

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Great Otway National Park, a sanctuary of breathtaking natural beauty. Discover lush rainforests, dramatic coastal cliffs, and iconic landmarks like the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Whether you are seeking thrilling wildlife tours for koala spotting, scenic driving adventures along the Great Ocean Road, or immersive hiking through ancient greenery, our curated experiences offer something for every explorer. From luxury helicopter flights to guided group tours, immerse yourself in the ultimate Australian nature experience. Book your Great Otway adventure today and witness the stunning landscapes that make this national park a world-class tourism destination.

4.8/5 avg ratingTours from $6526 unique experiences92% instant booking

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.83★ average

Based on 7,574 pooled reviews with ~94% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$101–$688 typical

Median price is $136, with a wide range of $65–$1,087

Tour Length

Tour Length

11.5–13 hours

Median duration is 12 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Nature sightseeing

96% of options focus on nature, 88% are sightseeing tours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

92% free cancellation

92% of tours also offer instant confirmation

Tour Formats

Tour Formats

38% private tours

92% are group tours, with 27% tagged eco-friendly

7 Products

Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour - Max 12 Guests

Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour - Max 12 Guests

13 hrsSkip the lineEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.92 (784 reviews)
95.3%
4.7%
amazing viewsamazingGreat tour
Viator
$114
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Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary PREMIUM Tour - Max 12 Guests
Summary

Pickup from hotel. Why follow the crowd when you can flip the script? Our award-winning reverse itinerary tour from Melbourne takes you on a wild and wonderful adventure along the Great Ocean Road – backwards! That means more sights, fewer people, and a whole lot more fun. We kick things off by head...

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • National Park fees
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Live commentary on board
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • Winchelsea
  • The Twelve Apostles
  • Gibsons Steps
  • The Razorback
  • Loch Ard Gorge
  • Port Campbell National Park
  • The Great Ocean Road
  • Great Otway National Park
  • Mait's Rest
  • Apollo Bay
  • Kennett River Nature Walk
  • Teddy's Lookout
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, We are not able to accommodate children under 7 years of age on this tour, as according to VicRoads regulations they must travel on child restraints, which are not available in our minibuses. Passengers who show up with under 7 years old kids will be refused boarding without refund., Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Expected to be back to Melbourne around 7 PM., This is a small groups tour and the vehicles are 12 seaters minibuses Toyota Hiace or similar. In case extra room is required, send us a message so we can arrange large coaches option.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch

Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch

12 hrsFree cancellation
5 (18 reviews)
95%
5%
nicerecommendperfect tour
Viator
$115
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Premium Small Group Great Ocean Road & Wildlife with Lunch
Summary

Experience the beauty of the Great Ocean Road scenic view with 12 Apostles and Loch Ard gorge with our proffesional small group family-oriented day tour company where we can relax and enjoy the ride while sharing some interesting history about this magnificent oceanic coastal road that people talk a...

Inclusions
  • Bonus lookout photo stop (time permitting)
  • Morning Tea/Coffee by the beach
Itinerary
  • Anglesea
  • Split Point Lighthouse
  • Apollo Bay
  • Great Otway National Park
  • The Twelve Apostles
  • Loch Ard Gorge
  • Gibsons Steps
  • Colac
  • Melbourne
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary ECO Tour (Max 22 People)

Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary ECO Tour (Max 22 People)

12 hrsSkip the lineEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.81 (63 reviews)
91.61%
8.39%
amazingFantastic tourstunning
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$80
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Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary ECO Tour (Max 22 People)
Summary

HIGHLIGHTS: Are you the kind of person that enjoys losing your breath sometimes? Are you ready for the beauty of this storm-carved coastline? If you said yes, you're ready to join us on this awesome Great Ocean Road Small Groups Tour!  Things you will see and do: • Travel inland in the morning s...

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • National Park fees
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Live commentary on board
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, **Covid Clean Tour** - a series of practices were put in place to make experience safer: 1. Symptoms free Policy, 2. Sanitisation - regular cleaning on high contact areas, 3. Social Distancing, 4. Protective Equipment: Hand sanitizers and face maks available on the tour , **Symptoms Free Policy** - In the case you are feeling unwell, with symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat or headache, for your and all other passenger’s safety we ask you not to join the tour. We might ask to have your temperature measured before entering the minibus. , This is a small groups tour and the vehicles are 22 seaters minibuses Mitsubishi Rosa or similar. In case extra room is required, send us a message so we can arrange large coaches option., Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, We are not able to accommodate children under 7 years of age on this tour, as according to VicRoads regulations they must travel on child restraints, which are not available in our minibuses. Passengers who show up with under 7 years old kids will be refused boarding without refund.
Great Ocean Road Classic Tour 10 Stops & London Bridge Sunset

Great Ocean Road Classic Tour 10 Stops & London Bridge Sunset

13 hrsFree cancellation
4.4 (43 reviews)
70.97%
29.03%
Excellent day tripTotally magicalExcellent experience
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$60
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Great Ocean Road Classic Tour 10 Stops & London Bridge Sunset
Summary

Follow classic Great Ocean Road coastal route-no reverse detours. Enjoy our carefully selected stops covering iconic highlights, plus hidden gem London Bridge, often timed for sunset in cooler months. Enjoy a seamless journey with your friendly bilingual driver-guide Travel the scenic morning coas...

Inclusions
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Bilingual driver-guide
  • Toll fees
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
  • Personal insurance
  • Other expenses that are not mentioned
  • Accommodation
  • Meals and beverages
Itinerary
  • Lorne
  • Cumberland River
  • Apollo Bay
  • Great Otway National Park
  • The Twelve Apostles
  • Loch Ard Gorge
  • London Bridge
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Full Day Tour (12 Hour)

Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Full Day Tour (12 Hour)

12 hrsPrivate tourLikely to sell out
5 (4 reviews)
80%
20%
MARAVILLOSOamazing dayrecommend
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$416
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Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Full Day Tour (12 Hour)
Summary

Perfect for those visiting via Cruise Ship and want a shore excursion along The Great Ocean Road - We pick up directly from the cruise ship terminal and whisk you down The Great Ocean Road. The tour is an exclusively private tour, 12 hours in duration, which explores the beautiful Great Ocean Road ...

Inclusions
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • National Park fees
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Driver/guide
  • Local taxes
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • The Great Ocean Road
  • Bells Beach
  • Lorne Beach
  • Teddy's Lookout
  • Great Ocean Road Tours
  • Split Point Lighthouse
  • Mait's Rest
  • Cape Patton Lookout Point
  • Kennett River Nature Walk
  • Castle Cove
  • Great Otway National Park
  • Twelve Apostles Marine National Park
  • Loch Ard Gorge
  • The Twelve Apostles
  • Port Campbell precinct and foreshore
  • Port Campbell National Park
  • London Bridge
  • Melbourne Skydeck
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, NOTE : This total duration spent in the car will be 8-9 hours, as we will travel over 500+ Kilometres. If you suffer from car motion sickness, we do not recommend you choose this tour. We do also a 2 Day Tour with just 4-5 hours driving per day. Please refer to our website for further details, We wish to advise larger groups of 4 or 5, that our luggage capacity is limited, so we recommend 1 x airplane cabin-sized bags per person. For groups of 3 passengers or less, 1 x standard size suitcase & 1 x cabin-sized bag per person is acceptable., Pick up point - Melbourne Cruise Ship Terminal (Station Pier) Pick up from outside the Mr Hobson Restaurant., Hotel drop off - this can be provided either back to your cruise ship, or to selected CBD, Southbank and Docklands hotels only and must be communicated in advance. Some select hotels will require a pick-up of 06:30am - We will notify you if this is the case., Minimum age is 12 years, Comfy trainers/sneakers are advisable, Please provide a local mobile contact number on your booking, incase we need to contact you pre-tour, IMPORTANT - Please ensure you have allotted enough time for the full 12 hour tour. This includes allowing enough time to dis-embark the boat in the morning and board the vessel in the evening. We strongly advise having travel insurance for any unforseen circumstances., Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Private Premium Great Ocean Road with Lunch & Wildlife spotting

Private Premium Great Ocean Road with Lunch & Wildlife spotting

12.5 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4 (1 reviews)
100%
0%
Amazing scenery
Viator
$862
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Private Premium Great Ocean Road with Lunch & Wildlife spotting
Summary

Complimentary Australian Wine (1 bottle) with choice of red or white Wildlife spotting along the way (kangaroo and koala) Travel with your group of family only without anyone else. Beat the crowd and embark on a private journey to one of the most famous attractions in Victoria, Australia, the Gre...

Itinerary
  • Anglesea
  • Split Point Lighthouse
  • Apollo Bay
  • Great Otway National Park
  • Loch Ard Gorge
  • Gibsons Steps
  • Colac
  • St Paul's Cathedral
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The duration of the tour includes the travel time
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Great Ocean Road reverse Sunrise Tour

Great Ocean Road reverse Sunrise Tour

12 hrs
5 (1 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$70
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Great Ocean Road reverse Sunrise Tour
Summary

Experience the Great Ocean Road at sunrise on a guided tour. Visit the 12 Apostles, Gibson Steps, and Razorback, and enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Otway National Park.

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Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Great Otway National Park.

Cape Otway Lightstation
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Cape Otway Lightstation

7.7 km away • from $17

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Among the tours we compare, prices typically range from $66–$728. While many options fall within the $93–$266 band, the wide spread allows for various budget and luxury experiences.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.72★ across 900 pooled reviews. Travellers frequently describe the scenery as breathtaking and beautiful, often recommending the tours as amazing and captivating experiences.

Yes, there are several ways to customise your visit. Roughly one-third of the options we compare are private tours, and about one-third are also tagged as eco-friendly.

Most excursions are full-day experiences, typically lasting between 12–13 hours. We recommend planning your schedule around this median duration of 12 hours to ensure you don't miss the highlights.

It is wise to book ahead, as a small number of the options we compare are flagged as likely to sell out. To make booking easier, about 86% of the listings offer instant confirmation.

Flexibility is common when booking through various platforms. The majority, or 71%, of the tours we compare offer free cancellation, allowing you to adjust your plans if needed.

Yes, we found that tours are offered in four languages: English, Chinese, Korean, and Malay.

Most tracks like Maits Rest are easy boardwalks. Other trails involve steep climbs and uneven terrain, so check your fitness first.

Weather shifts rapidly in the forest. Always pack waterproof layers, sturdy hiking boots, and extra snacks even on sunny days.

Signal is very limited in deep valleys and dense forest. Download offline maps before you arrive to avoid getting lost.

Cape Otway Lightstation7.7kmGreat Ocean Road17.9kmTwelve Apostles40.6kmLoch Ard Gorge43.9kmNarana Aboriginal Cultural Centre94.1kmGeelong Botanic Gardens101.8kmBellarine Rail Trail106.7kmPoint Nepean National Park113.4kmBennetts on Bellarine117.1kmCape Schanck Lighthouse121.4kmArthurs Seat Eagle132.3kmAshcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens136.6km
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