Melbourne to Great Ocean Road Small-Group Nature Tour with Wildlife Experience

Explore the Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles on a relaxed small-group day tour, with a local guide, scenic stops, snacks and a return journey through different landscapes.

Getting started

Meet your group at the Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone in Melbourne. Board your small-group transport and settle in for the drive along the Great Ocean Road. No entrance or security checks are required for the listed stops.

What to expect

Travel along one of Australia's most scenic coastal routes, known for its rugged cliffs, Southern Ocean views and iconic limestone formations.

Features

• Start with a relaxed stop at a local chocolaterie, with time to settle in and get to know the group.

• Stop at the Memorial Arch and hear the story of the returned soldiers who built the Great Ocean Road as a war memorial.

• Descend towards sea level at Gibson Steps for a closer look at the dramatic coastline and Southern Ocean.

• Spend time at the Great Ocean Road's famous limestone stacks, with plenty of opportunity to explore and take photos.

• See towering coastal cliffs and learn about the area's famous shipwreck history.

• Keep an eye out for native wildlife and enjoy the natural surroundings along the route.

• Return to Melbourne via an inland route instead of retracing the coastal road, giving you different scenery along the way.

Wrapping up

Return to the Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone in Melbourne after the full-day tour.