The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour is a fun trip along a beautiful Australian coast. You can see animals like kangaroos and koalas right in the wild, plus check out amazing views and famous spots like the 12 Apostles rock formations.
You may also find The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour on other websites. Note that the same tour is being sold from multiple websites. The cheapest I found was A$134, which can be purchased from this website.
The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour
- Rating: 5/5
- Duration: 13.5 hours
- Price: AUD 134 for Adults, AUD 111 for Child
- Pickup Point: Multiple locations across Melbourne City
- Lunch or Dinner is not included
- Tip: Take seats on the left-hand side of the bus to get a clear vision of The Great Ocean Road
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My Experience With The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour
The overall experience of The Great Ocean Wildlife Tour was pretty good. The tour’s highlight was our tour guide, Warren, who was knowledgeable and patiently answered all our queries.
Listed below are the stops taken on The Great Ocean Wildlife Tour.
Stop 1 – On my Great Ocean Road tour with the family, the first stop was Torquay Front Beach. It offered a quick taste of iconic beaches and coastal views, including a distant view of the famous Bells Surfing Beach. This brief 15-minute stop is perfect for taking in the scenery and snapping a few photos.
Stop 2 – Next was The Pole House, known for its unique architecture, suspended high above the ground. We only spent about 5 minutes here, but it was enough to get some great shots of one of the most photographed houses along the Great Ocean Road.
Stop 3– The iconic Great Ocean Road sign was another brief stop, lasting about 10 minutes. It’s a must-do for that classic selfie, marking the experience.
Stop 4 – The expansive views at Cape Patton Lookout Point offered one of the best vistas along the road. This quick 5-minute stop was all about the view.
Stop 5 – Apollo Bay was our lunch break spot. We had an hour to explore the town, try local eateries, and dip our toes in the ocean.
Stop 6 – Kennett River was a highlight, especially with the chance to see koalas and parrots in their natural setting. Our guide was great at spotting them, and we spent about 25 minutes there.
Stop 7 – Mait’s Rest was another immersive stop, with a 30-minute walk through a forest of towering trees, capturing the essence of the area’s natural beauty.
Stop 8 – Gibson’s Steps offered a unique perspective of some of the 12 Apostles from the beach level. Standing so close to these massive limestone structures during our 25-minute stop was awe-inspiring.
Stop 9 – Of course, the Twelve Apostles themselves did not disappoint. We spent 30 minutes there, which felt just right for taking in the views and taking plenty of photos.
Stop 10 & 11 – The Razorback and Island Arch Lookout were quicker stops, each lasting about 5 minutes, but they offered more stunning rock formations and views.
Stop 11 – Our final major stop was Loch Ard Gorge, which was as magnificent as I’d heard. We spent 30 minutes exploring the rock formations and the rolling sea.
Stop 12 – On the way back, we stopped in Colac for dinner, a nice way to end the day before returning to our accommodations.
The tour was well-paced, with short stops for photos and longer ones for exploring and eating, covering everything from wildlife to geological wonders.
The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour Pickup Point
The main pickup point for The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour is The Great Southern Hotel Melbourne, 44 Spencer Street, Melbourne. However, you can also choose to be picked up elsewhere. Note that the pick-up place cannot be your choice but must be from the tour operator’s list.
Pickup from Hotel
There is no pickup from your hotel for The Great Ocean Wildlife Tour. Some websites mention pickups from your hotel, but that is incorrect. You will be asked to reach the nearest pickup point.
Start Time
The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour starts at 7 AM.
Cancellation Policy
The good thing about this tour is its cancellation policy. You can cancel 24 hours before the tour date and will be offered a full refund.
We had to cancel once and were offered a refund as our cancellation was before 24 hours. However, we changed our tour dates, and they did it for us.
Number of People in the Tour
The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour has a maximum capacity of 24 people. I was told this is one of the most popular tours and is always full.
Wheelchair Access
Unfortunately, people dependent on Wheelchairs cannot participate in this tour. However, prams and strollers are permitted.
Lunch and Dinner
Lunch or Dinner is not included in The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour. Morning tea is available.
Cost
We paid AUD 133 per adult and AUD 111 per child for the tour.
The Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour Review
My rating for The Great Ocean Road Wildlife would be 5 out of 5. The tour guide made this a memorable day for all of us. The tour guide was humorous and knowledgeable, ensuring that we were not bored.
The kids enjoyed seeing Kangaroos and Koalas and were tired by the end of the tour.
Some people sitting at the back and right-hand side of the bus were not too happy about the Great Ocean Road experience. This was mainly because when you are on the Great Ocean Road, the scenic beauty is on your left side. Hence, if you get a chance, take the seats on the left-hand side.
Overall, we all enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend it to anyone.
For More Information Visit The Official Tour Website
