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

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

Great Ocean Road & Twelve Apostles

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.