Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk and Morning Tea
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Discover the beauty of the Great Ocean Road on this full-day adventure tour from Melbourne. As you cruise along the coast in search of the best lookout spots—like the 12 Apostles—keep your eyes peeled for koalas in the wild.
Description
Spend the day in an airconditioned vehicle not only exploring the coastline features but also seeing first hand koalas and birds in their natural habitat as well as a guided forest walk where you will see some of the tallest trees in the world. Morning tea is also included. All of this on top of the iconic favourites such as the Torquay Surf Beach, Loch Ard Gorge, The Razorback, 12 Apostles and Gibson Steps with plenty of photo stops along the way.
1. Torquay Surf Beach.
We stop here to experience first hand your first look and feel of the iconic beaches and coastal views. You will also be in clear seeing distance of the world famous Bells Surfing Beach. Get a taste of taking coastal photos and smelling the fresh seaside air.
2. Morning Tea
Refresh with morning tea.
3. The Pole House
Roadside photo opportunity of the most photographed house on Great Ocean Road. Suspended 40 metres above ground by a singular concrete column, its unique architecture maximises the stunning coastline view.
4. Great Ocean Road sign.
Snap a selfie at this iconic post and send it to your friends.
5. Koalas and parrots in their natural habitat.
Your experienced guide knows where to go. Witness koalas and colorful parrots in their natural environment.
6. Cape Patton
Stop at one of the best viewing points along the Great Ocean Road and take in the iconic coastline vista.
7. Apollo Bay lunch stop.
Here we stop at the coastal town of Apollo Bay where you can purchase your lunch from the many restaurants and cafes on offer. You can also walk around the coastal town or even take a swim in the beach if the weather suits.
8. Guided Forest Walk.
Your guide will take you on a forest walk where you will see some of the tallest trees in the world. You will also take in the wonderful fresh natural smells the trees have to offer.
9. The Gibson Steps.
Here (tide and wind permitting) you will be able to see some of the 12 Apostles from sea level on the beach. You will feel like you can reach out and touch them.
10. 12 Apostles.
Take your time to view the world renowned 12 Apostles. An awesome sight with fantastic photo opportunities. See for yourself why these limestone beauties are known all around the world.
11. Loch Ard Gorge.
The final touring stop but many say it is the best. You need to witness first hand this magnificent formation of rocks and rolling sea.
Ground level viewing that will excite you with the natural glories it possesses.
12. Razorback.
See the unique jagged Razorback formation.
13. Island Archway
The original archway collapsed in 2009 however two striking stacks remain, standing nearly as tall as the Apostles.
14. Dinner Stop
We stop at Colac where you can purchase dinner from one of the many restaurants and cafes. After dinner we return you to your CBD hotel.
Please note:
Pickups between approx: 7am/ Return to Melbourne approx: 8pm
All of the above included in the price with the exception of lunch and dinner.
Pick up location and times to be confirmed by the company once booking completed 24 hours prior to the start of the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 5 days before the scheduled departure time.
Meeting points
The Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
The Hotel Windsor
Ibis Melbourne Hotel & Apartments
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel
Atlantis Hotel
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Reviews
1,048 reviews
Long but great day
Stephen R,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It’s a long day with a lot of hours in the bus. Having said that, it was a great day out to see the wonderful coastline, koalas in their natural Habitat and the temperate rain forest. Our driver and guide, Theo, was fantastic. Full marks to him!
Great trip down The Great Ocean Road
tonysO6679XX,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very relaxed and informal tour with a good amount of stops and opportunities to take photographs. Warren made the day fun and went out of his way to make sure we saw as much as possible. We saw Koalas and even Kangaroos at a distance. The Twelve Apostles were awesome!
The Great Ocean Road
Fadale A,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was very scenic and informative. The time in the Van getting from one site to another wasn't bad at all. The tour guide was knowledgeable and safe throughout this tour. This tour I would recommend for anyone visiting Melbourne.
Fun day out. And Warren...
Gustav F,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun day out. And Warren was amazing. He was friendly, informative and helpful but not overbearing. We all enjoyed our day out on the Great Ocean Road.
Great Experience, very much worth it
nicolaec2026,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day trip in which you get to see many fantastic sights on the Great Ocean Road. the Apollo Bay beaches and the 12 Apostles just to name some of them. Theo was a great guide, who along with the sights and very helpful advice, knew where to find wild koalas.
Breathtaking. Be Prepared for Winding Roads
Deborah S,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was excellent and Warren our guide was highly entertaining and thorough. The morning tea was a juice box and a cookie, so bring snacks as the first place for food is the lunch stop around 11:30. Beware, the route is very winding/curving along the coast. If you experience motion sickness, please take note. It would be ideal if your operators could mention this on the "What to Expect" or "Additional Information" sections. The bus is cramped in the last 2 rows, you are not able to see through the front as these rows are lower than all the others. But the tour was excellent. The Gorge, and Twelve Apostles are breathtaking. Easy walking even for a senior. The forest walk in a loop in the rain forest and can be steep at moments. We were able to spot koalas along the roadside, as well as kangaroos.
Excellent tour
ChromiumPhoenix,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Warren provided an insightful, entertaining day. It's a long day, but well worth it considering the breadth of sights seen. Can't recommend highly enough!
Dont miss it
Navneet G,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Irs a long tour with adequate breaks at some of the best locations on the route. The guide was indeed very knowledgeable and provided informative insights about the history of places we went. Would recommend strongly as a must when in Melbourne
This tour with our guide...
TERENCE M,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour with our guide Warren was amazing! Warren kept us engaged with vast knowledge and jokes! Highly recommended for anyone planning travel to Melbourne.
Great Ocean Experience and Adventure
Janis S,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Trip duration depends on other participants respecting bus off/on times. Our trip did not allow for a dinner stop in Colac as mentioned. The music selection returning to Melbourne was turned over to a passenger which I found unacceptable. No music was better than what we had to listen to. The stops were informative. The rain forest had downed trees across the path so may not be manageable for all participants. Our driver was french so his english was hard to understand over the speaker BUT he was very nice. And lastly, I have a picture of a participant urinating on the side of the road while we stopped at a lookout point. Disrespectful!
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Melbourne, Australia
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