12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour - 8 person max
Overview
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12 hours
Mobile ticket
Our small group (8 guests max) will depart Melbourne and head straight to the famous 12 Apostles before the masses of people arrive. Here we will take a 1km stroll along the boardwalk while appreciating the stunning views of the limestone stacks before continuing onto Gibson Steps. We walk down the 70m cliffside pathway to the beach where there is plenty of time to take some incredible photos.
Next it’s time for a delicious lunch at our favourite local cafe before we’ll drive through the magical Great Otway National Park and take a short hike through ancient rainforests to one of the Otways' pristine waterfalls (where the big bus companies can’t go).
Our next stop we will take a stroll amongst the giants of the forest at the Californian Redwoods before continuing along the iconic Great Ocean Road stopping at Apollo Bay for an optional ice cream. Kennett River is next where you’ll get the chance to spot native koalas, king parrots & kangaroos going about their routines.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Comfortable trainers or hiking boots
Water bottle (1L)
Cash or credit card for lunch (around $35)
Warm layers just in case
Sunscreen, sunglasses & a hat
Swimsuit & a towel for a swim in the ocean (optional on summer months)
Good vibes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Organic Fruit & Healthy Snacks
A Grade 2 hike to one of the Otways’ pristine waterfalls
A visit to Kennett River to see native Australian Koalas
The towering Californian Redwoods
The breathtaking 12 Apostles & Gibson Steps
Entrance to Port Campbell, 12 Apostles & Great Otway National Park
The Great Ocean Road with stops at the coastal townships of Apollo Bay & Lorne
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Cash or credit card for lunch (around $35)
What To Expect
The Twelve Apostles
Here we will take a 1km stroll along the boardwalk while appreciating the stunning views
Gibsons Steps
We walk down the 70m cliffside pathway to the beach where there is plenty of time to take some incredible photos.
Options
12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour - 8 person max
Reviews
198 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun in the rain
Dreamer27555189992,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew was amazing. He has "great ideas" our crew of 6 people was great. The food at the perch was good, it was hailing at the 12 apostles but Andrew made a quick change to make sure we got the most out of everything. Would recommend to anyone.
Andrew, our tour guide,...
Mike B,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Andrew, our tour guide, was great. Despite the rainy windy day, he made the best of the situation and gave us a memorable view of the Twelve Apostles. He adapted our itinerary to include the rainforest and lighthouse, allowing us to see some unique sights during our trip. After a long day, he got us back to our hotel safely. Andrew is a very friendly and kind person, and he truly made our trip to Melbourne special
This was a lovely day...
Kristin H,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a lovely day touring the great ocean road. We enjoyed the waterfall hike. In winter, darkness came before we got to the end, so we missed some of the scenery. The lunch restraunt was tasty with a good variety and something for everyone. Our guide, Aaron, was knowledgeable about the area. He did need to speak up a little. It was hard to hear him from the back of the van. A speaker to amplify the guides voice would be a good addition.
Spectacular day! 12 apostles must see!
andreaoS2529EZ,
Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The day was amazing!! The 12 apostles is spectacular. Plus you get to see so much of Australia including koalas & kangaroos. Mark our tour guide was a true delight. He was so friendly, kind, accommodating & super knowledgeable. I would give him 20 stars if I could. Loved the small group. Allows you to see unique places away from all the big tour buses. Best day in Australia. Thank you Mark for making it an unforgettable experience for my family of 4 and my broken toe!!
Great tour
F9936IZgregp,
Jun 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marcus was the best tour guide we had on the multiple tours we had on our entire 16 day holiday. I was particularly impressed that he found wild koalas for us when the larger tour buses were looking in all the wrong places. The man is a legend.
Always a good recommendation
Konzepte,
Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I was here for the last time many years ago. In the meantime, prices have also risen sharply here. Fortunately, it was still acceptable. One night I had pasta with seafood. There was a lot of pasta, but few seafood. It was very delicious. My companion had a pizza. He was very happy with it. The next night I also had a pizza that was very delicious. My companion had a lasagna with a small salad. I wanted to order a salad first. However, after tasting the side salad, I was glad I hadn't. I don't like salad that tastes sweet. Wine and beer were fine. The espresso, however, was quite expensive. The atmosphere and service were good.
Ocean Road, koalas and kangaroos!!!
Susanne K,
Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a long drive, but worth the time to see a beautiful area of Australia. We first got to the 12 Apostles, walked down the Gibson Steps and back up. On to a fabulous lunch and a brief hike through Mait’s Rest. A couple of quick stops along the way after stopping for a break in Apollo Bay. Our guide Andrew was great, he took us to see koalas and kangaroos! We loved this excursion from Melbourne. 12 hour day, so be prepared and you will need an average level of stamina and fitness. The hikes aren’t long or difficult, but you will be getting in and out of the van a lot and climbing stairs.
Great tour!
malinf465,
Mar 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with everything you want to see! Really friendly guide with a lot of tips. Nice with a smaller group. Kept to time schedule. The lunch was a little bit pricey and not included in the booking prize.
Amazing tour to the 12 Apostles and more
Gabriela H,
Feb 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was amazing. Our host Joe was extremely professional and went out of his way to make this experience memorable. This excursion is very good value, time well spent and very highly recommend. We had a lot of fun
Ocean Road Tour
Mark U,
Feb 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mark was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable and fun to be around. The 12 apostles and the Ocean Road are beautiful. I recommend this tour.
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