The Great Ocean Road
A winding ribbon of asphalt hugging the wild Southern Ocean. This is not just a drive; it is a pilgrimage.
Best Time
Feb - April (Autumn)
Vehicle
Sedan or Convertible
Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Start / End
Torquay to Port Fairy
Chasing Horizons
Carved by returning WWI soldiers, this engineering marvel offers more than just ocean views. It is a journey through rainforests, surf culture, and limestone sculptures millions of years in the making.
Torquay & Bells Beach
Begin where Australian surf culture was born. Watch the pros tackle the swell at Bells Beach before grabbing a coffee in the laid-back township of Torquay.
Lorne
A seaside town with a cosmopolitan edge. The arts community here thrives amongst the gum trees. Stop for lunch at the pier before heading inland to the waterfalls.
The Otways
Leave the coast briefly to enter an ancient world of giant ferns and towering California Redwoods. The air here is cool, damp, and smells of pure oxygen.
The 12 Apostles
The main event. Limestone stacks rising defiantly from the Southern Ocean. Arrive at golden hour when the cliffs glow an intense burning orange against the violet sea.
Port Fairy
A charming fishing village with wide streets lined with 19th-century cottages and old stone churches. A peaceful end to a dramatic journey.