Group-guided
OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
With its breathtaking coastal scenery, magnificent forests, abundant wildlife, and sheer diversity of ecological communities and landscape, the Great Ocean Walk bears the mantle of being one of Australia’s most iconic walks.
Walk the 104km Great Ocean Walk track from end to end as it meanders its way through manna gums with koalas only a few steps away, to traversing massive sea cliffs that have made this location famous. Step through giant Mountain Ash forest, beneath the tallest flowering plants in the world, and along some of the most pristine beaches in Australia.
Highlights of the Great Ocean Walk include the Twelve Apostles, plus more stunning views as you progress along the track at Blanket Bay, Crayfish Bay and Station Beach. Enjoy the pristine nature and deafening surf at Johanna Beach, one of the ultimate beach walks. Stunning cliff top views at Dinosaur Cove and Ryans Den and visit the highest cliffs on mainland Australia, The Gables. Explore the Wreck beach and hear the history of the ever-changing rocks at Wreck Beach.
One of the most fascinating stops along the Great Ocean Walk is the geological formations and shipwreck of Loch Ard Gorge where we will get an incredible insight into the local shipwreck history.
We move you along the coast shortening the travel time staying in excellent accommodation as we go. We take care of every last detail and with 2 expert and very experienced guides looking after you, you can pace yourself and if you feel like it, shorten the walking if you prefer.
AT A GLANCE
TRIP LENGTH
7 DAYSWALK GRADE
Moderate
PRICE FROM
$ 1810
per person twin/double shareSINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 325
per personITINERARY
DAY one
MELBOURNE TO APOLLO BAY AND THE WALK TO SHELLEY BEACH
We will depart Melbourne at about 8.30 am from pick up at the Mercure Southbank in Melbourne. Travel on the Great Ocean Road to Apollo Bay with regular stops to other places like Lorne, taking in this magnificent area. In the afternoon, we’ll leave the tourists behind as we walk along the coast away from Apollo Bay. Observe the colony of fur seals that frequent Marengo Reef Marine Sanctuary. The track hugs the coast at first before heading inland through tall eucalypt forest and patches of rainforest to Shelly Beach.
Accommodation: Apollo Bay
Meals: Lunch and a two-course dinner
Walking: Easy / 6 km / 1.5 – 2 hrs
DAY two
SHELLEY BEACH TO BLANKET BAY, POINT FRANKLIN and CAPE OTWAY LIGHTHOUSE
Walk down to Elliot river admiring the crashing waves of the southern ocean as you cross at the estuary. Ascend to begin the meander through delightful mountain ash forest to Blanket Bay, then through coastal forests and along the cliff tops to Parker Inlet – a postcard setting and one of our favourites. The Mountain Ash trees through here are some of the biggest trees in Australia, making for superb walking.
Continue through manna gum forests that are home to large numbers of koalas, emerging at Point Franklin.
Admire the Cape Otway Lighthouse from afar while meandering the stunning coastline, and tour it after today’s hike.
Accommodation: Apollo Bay
Meals: Cooked breakfast, lunch and a two-course dinner
Walking: Moderate / 20 km / 6-7 hrs / shorter options are available
DAY three
POINT FRANKLIN AND AIRE RIVER TO CASTLE COVE
Leaving from Point Franklin, we enjoy the morning rays lighting up one of the most important lighthouses on mainland Australia on our way to spectacular Station Beach. An optional side-trip to Crayfish Bay is an added highlight.
The track continues through the wind-sculpted sand tracks and along the cliff-tops to the Aire River estuary and surrounding wetlands. After stopping for lunch at Aire River we will continue on to Castle Cove where you will be treated to stunning coastal scenery on the route. The views along the towering cliffs towards Castle Cove are some of the best on the track.
Accommodation: Cape Otway (on select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2)
Meals: Cooked breakfast, lunch and two-course dinner
Walking: Easy to moderate / 19.2 km / 6-7 hrs / a shorter option is available
DAY four
CASTLE COVE TO JOHANNA BEACH and MILANESIA TRACK
Today’s section has some of the most spectacular coastal views of the entire track. It’s also a great day for wildflowers with colourful heathlands and extraordinary grass trees. Another highlight is the long, white, sandy expanse of Johanna Beach, one of the best surf beaches in Australia and also one of the most beautiful.
Accommodation: Cape Otway (on select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 5)
Meals: Cooked breakfast, walkers lunch and two-course dinner
Walking: Easy to moderate / 16.7 km / 5-6 hrs / a shorter walk is available
DAY five
MILANESIA TRACK TO THE GABLES
Today’s the hardest day of all the walks but the most satisfying – the views and diversity of terrain are outstanding. Walk steadily down from the gate to Milanesia Beach, a bit of a secret that not many people get to see, making it all the more special. From here, the track continues along the cliff tops looking all the way back to Cape Otway lighthouse. High sea cliffs, breathtaking views and coastal forests lead to Moonlight Head. Our next stop is Gables Lookout, perched on top of one of the highest sea cliffs in mainland Australia. There is also an opportunity to see an amazing sunset at London bridge.
Accommodation: Port Campbell in ensuite rooms
Meals: Cooked breakfast, lunch and two-course dinner at a local restaurant
Walking: Moderate to challenging / 18.2 km / 6.5-7.5 hrs / a shorter walk is available
DAY six
THE GABLES AND WRECK BEACH, GIBSONS STEPS AND 12 APOSTLES
Start the day with a gentle forest walk to finish atop the cliffs at Wreck Beach. A timber staircase descends to the Wreck Beach where the remains of two shipwrecks can be inspected. Onwards along an undulating track and the cliff tops to the Gellibrand River wetlands. On this section, we get our first impressive views of the Twelve Apostles, a group of limestone sea stacks that are constantly changing their composition. Descend Gibson’s Steps which have been cut into the limestone cliff by early settlers and explore the boardwalks and viewing platforms around the Apostles.
Accommodation: Port Campbell in ensuite rooms
Meals: Cooked breakfast, lunch and two-course dinner at a local restaurant
Walking: Moderate / 18.8 km / 5.5-6.5 hrs / a shorter walk is available
DAY seven
Loch Ard Gorge
After breakfast, we will head to the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. You will have time to explore the area and its many tracks before we make our way back to Melbourne, stopping en route for lunch, arriving about 4.30 pm back at Southbank.
Meals: Cooked breakfast and lunch
Walking: Easy / 3km / 2 hrs
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- All inclusive pack free Great Ocean Walk walking holiday (all luggage transfers)
- Two engaging, knowledgeable and experienced guides
- Six nights comfortable ensuite accommodation
- Move along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
- Daily meals including cooked breakfasts, walkers lunches, two-course dinners and track snacks
- Tour of lighthouse and national park admission
- Stroll comprehensive walking notes
ACCOMMODATION & DINING
We provide very comfortable ensuite rooms for the 6 nights of this holiday. We stay 2 nights in Apollo Bay right on the foreshore. The hotel has all the modern conveniences you’d expect and we make sure there’s enough time to explore this very lovely quaint seaside town.
We then move from Apollo Bay to Cape Otway into modern ensuite cabins. The property is expansive, and you are once again free to roam (on select departures the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5).
The last two nights are spent at Port Campbell in private rooms with ensuites. Port Campbell is a gorgeous little town and a great place to swim. It is one of the rare places along the coast where there is a break in the cliffs and where you can sit on the beach or swim safely. There are limited single rooms available on this walk so please speak to the office if you need one.
By shifting along the track from accommodation to accommodation we greatly reduce the time spent in a vehicle each day. It is up to a two-hour drive from one end of the track to the other.
We provide healthy and delicious food for breakfast and dinner, including a la carte meals on most nights.
The comprehensive lunches are taken in cafes for four of the mornings and the remainder laid out in the morning by our guides. The local cafes are excellent and the local restaurants we dine in at are all of good quality.
We take great care to ensure that our walkers are always well fed and of course ensure that you remain hydrated throughout the day. Please bring at least 2 water bottles.
NIGHTS 1 & 2
APOLLO BAY
The motel on the first night is the best of its type in Apollo Bay. It is almost opposite the start of the Great Ocean Walk Trailhead and within easy walking distance to central Apollo Bay and all the restaurants. All the rooms have ensuites. (On select walks the accommodation may stay the same on night 3)
NIGHTS 1 & 2
APOLLO BAY
The motel on the first night is the best of its type in Apollo Bay. It is almost opposite the start of the Great Ocean Walk Trailhead and within easy walking distance to central Apollo Bay and all the restaurants. All the rooms have ensuites. (On select walks the accommodation may stay the same on night 3)
NIGHTS 1 & 2
APOLLO BAY
The motel on the first night is the best of its type in Apollo Bay. It is almost opposite the start of the Great Ocean Walk Trailhead and within easy walking distance to central Apollo Bay and all the restaurants. All the rooms have ensuites. (On select walks the accommodation may stay the same on night 3)
NIGHTS 1 & 2
APOLLO BAY
The motel on the first night is the best of its type in Apollo Bay. It is almost opposite the start of the Great Ocean Walk Trailhead and within easy walking distance to central Apollo Bay and all the restaurants. All the rooms have ensuites. (On select walks the accommodation may stay the same on night 3)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
GENERAL INFO
The trip starts and finishes in Melbourne. Most walks range from 18-22 km on well-formed tracks with a few short beach sections. Whilst the walking is mainly easy to moderate, there are a few steep hills making it tiring in some places. Those that want to walk the whole track will be able to do so. This trip operates with two professional guides ensuring that you have both a safe and enjoyable walking holiday. Knowledgeable of the region and specific area, they can offer easier and harder walk options along the way. Please contact the office if you need further advice, or if you wish you can speak with one of our guides.
Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).
For what to bring please refer to the Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
PICK UP LOCATION AND DROP OFF LOCATION AND TIME
Our pick up location for this trip is the Mercure Southbank, 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank, Melbourne, with an early departure of 8:30 am (we request you be there by 8.15 am). It would be beneficial to stay near here as it is near everything. There are many options, however, we can also recommend the nearby Quay West Suites, or the DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Melbourne.
We arrive back in Melbourne on the last day at approximately 4.30 pm.
WEATHER
We only offer this holiday during the very best periods to walk, autumn and spring, when daily temperatures are usually mild. It can sometimes still be quite warm, too hot on occasions but there is usually an opportunity for a refreshing swim. See the Bureau of Meteorology for information about temperatures and rainfall ahead of time to ensure proper clothing.
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INSURANCE
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
INFORMATION PACK
For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.
CONTACT
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, email us at info@stroll.com
MAP
DEPARTURE DATES
- DATESAVAILABILITYPRICESingle OccupancyDetails
- 20 Oct 2023FULLfrom
$ 1810
SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 325 - 28 Oct 2023CLOSEDfrom
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SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 325 - 13 Nov 2023FULLfrom
$ 1810
SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 325 - 7 Feb 2024AVAILABLEfrom
$ 1845
SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340 - 18 Mar 2024AVAILABLEfrom
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SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340 - 13 Apr 2024AVAILABLEfrom
$ 1845
SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340 - 27 Apr 2024AVAILABLEfrom
$ 1845
SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340 - 9 Sep 2024AVAILABLEfrom
$ 1845
SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340 - 4 Oct 2024AVAILABLEfrom
$ 1845
SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340 - 24 Oct 2024AVAILABLEfrom
$ 1845
SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340
AT A GLANCE
7 DAYS
oderate
$ 1810
per person twin/double share
$ 325
per person
TRIP LENGTH
7 DAYSWALK GRADE
oderate PRICE FROM
$ 1810
per person twin/double shareSINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 325
per person
Overview
With its breathtaking coastal scenery, magnificent forests, abundant wildlife, and sheer diversity of ecological communities and landscape, the Great Ocean Walk bears the mantle of being one of Australia’s most iconic walks.
Walk the 104km Great Ocean Walk track from end to end as it meanders its way through manna gums with koalas only a few steps away, to traversing massive sea cliffs that have made this location famous. Step through giant Mountain Ash forest, beneath the tallest flowering plants in the world, and along some of the most pristine beaches in Australia.
Highlights of the Great Ocean Walk include the Twelve Apostles, plus more stunning views as you progress along the track at Blanket Bay, Crayfish Bay and Station Beach. Enjoy the pristine nature and deafening surf at Johanna Beach, one of the ultimate beach walks. Stunning cliff top views at Dinosaur Cove and Ryans Den and visit the highest cliffs on mainland Australia, The Gables. Explore the Wreck beach and hear the history of the ever-changing rocks at Wreck Beach.
One of the most fascinating stops along the Great Ocean Walk is the geological formations and shipwreck of Loch Ard Gorge where we will get an incredible insight into the local shipwreck history.
We move you along the coast shortening the travel time staying in excellent accommodation as we go. We take care of every last detail and with 2 expert and very experienced guides looking after you, you can pace yourself and if you feel like it, shorten the walking if you prefer.
Itinerary
DAY one
MELBOURNE TO APOLLO BAY AND THE WALK TO SHELLEY BEACH
We will depart Melbourne at about 8.30 am from pick up at the Mercure Southbank in Melbourne. Travel on the Great Ocean Road to Apollo Bay with regular stops to other places like Lorne, taking in this magnificent area. In the afternoon, we’ll leave the tourists behind as we walk along the coast away from Apollo Bay. Observe the colony of fur seals that frequent Marengo Reef Marine Sanctuary. The track hugs the coast at first before heading inland through tall eucalypt forest and patches of rainforest to Shelly Beach.
Accommodation: Apollo Bay
Meals: Lunch and a two-course dinner
Walking: Easy / 6 km / 1.5 – 2 hrs
DAY two
SHELLEY BEACH TO BLANKET BAY, POINT FRANKLIN and CAPE OTWAY LIGHTHOUSE
Walk down to Elliot river admiring the crashing waves of the southern ocean as you cross at the estuary. Ascend to begin the meander through delightful mountain ash forest to Blanket Bay, then through coastal forests and along the cliff tops to Parker Inlet – a postcard setting and one of our favourites. The Mountain Ash trees through here are some of the biggest trees in Australia, making for superb walking.
Continue through manna gum forests that are home to large numbers of koalas, emerging at Point Franklin.
Admire the Cape Otway Lighthouse from afar while meandering the stunning coastline, and tour it after today’s hike.
Accommodation: Apollo Bay
Meals: Cooked breakfast, lunch and a two-course dinner
Walking: Moderate / 20 km / 6-7 hrs / shorter options are available
DAY three
POINT FRANKLIN AND AIRE RIVER TO CASTLE COVE
Leaving from Point Franklin, we enjoy the morning rays lighting up one of the most important lighthouses on mainland Australia on our way to spectacular Station Beach. An optional side-trip to Crayfish Bay is an added highlight.
The track continues through the wind-sculpted sand tracks and along the cliff-tops to the Aire River estuary and surrounding wetlands. After stopping for lunch at Aire River we will continue on to Castle Cove where you will be treated to stunning coastal scenery on the route. The views along the towering cliffs towards Castle Cove are some of the best on the track.
Accommodation: Cape Otway (on select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2)
Meals: Cooked breakfast, lunch and two-course dinner
Walking: Easy to moderate / 19.2 km / 6-7 hrs / a shorter option is available
DAY four
CASTLE COVE TO JOHANNA BEACH and MILANESIA TRACK
Today’s section has some of the most spectacular coastal views of the entire track. It’s also a great day for wildflowers with colourful heathlands and extraordinary grass trees. Another highlight is the long, white, sandy expanse of Johanna Beach, one of the best surf beaches in Australia and also one of the most beautiful.
Accommodation: Cape Otway (on select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 5)
Meals: Cooked breakfast, walkers lunch and two-course dinner
Walking: Easy to moderate / 16.7 km / 5-6 hrs / a shorter walk is available
DAY five
MILANESIA TRACK TO THE GABLES
Today’s the hardest day of all the walks but the most satisfying – the views and diversity of terrain are outstanding. Walk steadily down from the gate to Milanesia Beach, a bit of a secret that not many people get to see, making it all the more special. From here, the track continues along the cliff tops looking all the way back to Cape Otway lighthouse. High sea cliffs, breathtaking views and coastal forests lead to Moonlight Head. Our next stop is Gables Lookout, perched on top of one of the highest sea cliffs in mainland Australia. There is also an opportunity to see an amazing sunset at London bridge.
Accommodation: Port Campbell in ensuite rooms
Meals: Cooked breakfast, lunch and two-course dinner at a local restaurant
Walking: Moderate to challenging / 18.2 km / 6.5-7.5 hrs / a shorter walk is available
DAY six
THE GABLES AND WRECK BEACH, GIBSONS STEPS AND 12 APOSTLES
Start the day with a gentle forest walk to finish atop the cliffs at Wreck Beach. A timber staircase descends to the Wreck Beach where the remains of two shipwrecks can be inspected. Onwards along an undulating track and the cliff tops to the Gellibrand River wetlands. On this section, we get our first impressive views of the Twelve Apostles, a group of limestone sea stacks that are constantly changing their composition. Descend Gibson’s Steps which have been cut into the limestone cliff by early settlers and explore the boardwalks and viewing platforms around the Apostles.
Accommodation: Port Campbell in ensuite rooms
Meals: Cooked breakfast, lunch and two-course dinner at a local restaurant
Walking: Moderate / 18.8 km / 5.5-6.5 hrs / a shorter walk is available
DAY seven
Loch Ard Gorge
After breakfast, we will head to the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. You will have time to explore the area and its many tracks before we make our way back to Melbourne, stopping en route for lunch, arriving about 4.30 pm back at Southbank.
Meals: Cooked breakfast and lunch
Walking: Easy / 3km / 2 hrs
What’s Included
- All inclusive pack free Great Ocean Walk walking holiday (all luggage transfers)
- Two engaging, knowledgeable and experienced guides
- Six nights comfortable ensuite accommodation
- Move along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
- Daily meals including cooked breakfasts, walkers lunches, two-course dinners and track snacks
- Tour of lighthouse and national park admission
- Stroll comprehensive walking notes
Accommodation & Dining
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We provide very comfortable ensuite rooms for the 6 nights of this holiday. We stay 2 nights in Apollo Bay right on the foreshore. The hotel has all the modern conveniences you’d expect and we make sure there’s enough time to explore this very lovely quaint seaside town.
We then move from Apollo Bay to Cape Otway into modern ensuite cabins. The property is expansive, and you are once again free to roam (on select departures the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5).
The last two nights are spent at Port Campbell in private rooms with ensuites. Port Campbell is a gorgeous little town and a great place to swim. It is one of the rare places along the coast where there is a break in the cliffs and where you can sit on the beach or swim safely. There are limited single rooms available on this walk so please speak to the office if you need one.
By shifting along the track from accommodation to accommodation we greatly reduce the time spent in a vehicle each day. It is up to a two-hour drive from one end of the track to the other.
We provide healthy and delicious food for breakfast and dinner, including a la carte meals on most nights.
The comprehensive lunches are taken in cafes for four of the mornings and the remainder laid out in the morning by our guides. The local cafes are excellent and the local restaurants we dine in at are all of good quality.
We take great care to ensure that our walkers are always well fed and of course ensure that you remain hydrated throughout the day. Please bring at least 2 water bottles.
NIGHTS 1 & 2
APOLLO BAY
The motel on the first night is the best of its type in Apollo Bay. It is almost opposite the start of the Great Ocean Walk Trailhead and within easy walking distance to central Apollo Bay and all the restaurants. All the rooms have ensuites. (On select walks the accommodation may stay the same on night 3)
NIGHTS 1 & 2
APOLLO BAY
The motel on the first night is the best of its type in Apollo Bay. It is almost opposite the start of the Great Ocean Walk Trailhead and within easy walking distance to central Apollo Bay and all the restaurants. All the rooms have ensuites. (On select walks the accommodation may stay the same on night 3)
NIGHTS 1 & 2
APOLLO BAY
The motel on the first night is the best of its type in Apollo Bay. It is almost opposite the start of the Great Ocean Walk Trailhead and within easy walking distance to central Apollo Bay and all the restaurants. All the rooms have ensuites. (On select walks the accommodation may stay the same on night 3)
NIGHTS 1 & 2
APOLLO BAY
The motel on the first night is the best of its type in Apollo Bay. It is almost opposite the start of the Great Ocean Walk Trailhead and within easy walking distance to central Apollo Bay and all the restaurants. All the rooms have ensuites. (On select walks the accommodation may stay the same on night 3)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHTS 3 & 4
CAPE OTWAY
From Apollo Bay, it is on to Cape Otway where you will stay at Bimbi Park. Bimbi Park offers excellent cabins with ensuites in beautiful manna gum woodland setting. There is an abundance of native fauna in the Bimbi Park area. Wake up to Koalas in the trees above you. Owner and chef Frank takes great care in ensuring everyone has delicious and nutritious meals. (On select walks the accommodation may be the same as night 2 or 5)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
NIGHT 5 & 6
PORT CAMPBELL
The motel in Port Campbell is centrally located and is very comfortable. All the rooms have ensuites and have the modern conveniences that you’d expect.
It is a short walk to the beach and the safest place to swim on the walk.
Dinners and breakfast are at local restaurants and cafes and are all meals are prepared by professional chefs. (On select walks the accommodation may be this also on night 3)
General Info
The trip starts and finishes in Melbourne. Most walks range from 18-22 km on well-formed tracks with a few short beach sections. Whilst the walking is mainly easy to moderate, there are a few steep hills making it tiring in some places. Those that want to walk the whole track will be able to do so. This trip operates with two professional guides ensuring that you have both a safe and enjoyable walking holiday. Knowledgeable of the region and specific area, they can offer easier and harder walk options along the way. Please contact the office if you need further advice, or if you wish you can speak with one of our guides.
Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).
For what to bring please refer to the Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
PICK UP LOCATION AND DROP OFF LOCATION AND TIME
Our pick up location for this trip is the Mercure Southbank, 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank, Melbourne, with an early departure of 8:30 am (we request you be there by 8.15 am). It would be beneficial to stay near here as it is near everything. There are many options, however, we can also recommend the nearby Quay West Suites, or the DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel Melbourne.
We arrive back in Melbourne on the last day at approximately 4.30 pm.
WEATHER
We only offer this holiday during the very best periods to walk, autumn and spring, when daily temperatures are usually mild. It can sometimes still be quite warm, too hot on occasions but there is usually an opportunity for a refreshing swim. See the Bureau of Meteorology for information about temperatures and rainfall ahead of time to ensure proper clothing.
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INSURANCE
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
INFORMATION PACK
For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.
CONTACT
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, email us at info@stroll.com
Departure Dates
- DATESAVAILABILITYPRICESingle OccupancyDETAILS
- 20 Oct 2023FULLfrom $ 1810SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 325
- 28 Oct 2023CLOSEDfrom $ 1810SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 325
- 13 Nov 2023FULLfrom $ 1810SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 325
- 7 Feb 2024AVAILABLEfrom $ 1845SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340
- 18 Mar 2024AVAILABLEfrom $ 1845SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340
- 13 Apr 2024AVAILABLEfrom $ 1845SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340
- 27 Apr 2024AVAILABLEfrom $ 1845SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340
- 9 Sep 2024AVAILABLEfrom $ 1845SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340
- 4 Oct 2024AVAILABLEfrom $ 1845SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340
- 24 Oct 2024AVAILABLEfrom $ 1845SINGLE OCCUPANCY$ 340
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