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Apollo Bay is a rural locality on Bruny Island, in the local government area of Kingborough in the Hobart LGA region of Tasmania. The locality is about 30 kilometres south of the town of Kingston . The 2016 census provides a population of 23 for the state suburb of Apollo Bay. . Wikipedia
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Great Ocean Road Trip Tour from Melbourne
Take a breath and enjoy a relaxed and unhindered view of the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge all before lunch, beating the traditional afternoon rush. En route let us take you on a journey inland, reaching Port Campbell National Park to marvel at the iconic limestone stacks in the morning. Spend the afternoon with your expert Driver Guide, meandering along the winding Great Ocean Road in a high-set vehicle so you're not missing out on any of the spectacular coastal scenery, the Otway Rainforest and seaside townships of Apollo Bay and Lorne.
Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Day Trip from Melbourne
Travel along the Great Ocean Road on a day trip from Melbourne. This iconic stretch of coastal road is famous for its surf beaches, koalas, rainforest, the Shipwreck Coast and of course the spectacular 12 Apostles. Explore the stunning Loch Ard Gorge and marvel at the views from all the best lookouts within the Port Campbell National Park. Wander through seaside towns such as Apollo Bay as well as have time to explore other beautiful beaches and walks.
Small-Group Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne + Native Tree Planted
Experience a breathtaking journey along Victoria’s Great Ocean Road with your expert guide who will chauffeur you through 243 kms of the most spectacular coastal shoreline in the world. Stop for lunch at the quaint coastal town of Apollo Bay. Bask in your natural surrounds while spending time with an array of Australian native animals in their natural environment. Your final destination will be to capture the magic that awaits you at the awe-inspiring Twelve Apostles & Loch Ard Gorge. To top it all off, a native tree will be planted on your behalf for having joined our tour. This tree will be in a forest were koalas live, as the main treat to the survival of the koalas is the lose of habitat, you have a direct positive impact in the fight for their survival. Your expert guide will provide an informative commentary to your small group which will be no more than 11 passengers.
Small Group - 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour from Melbourne
Our small group (8 guests max) will depart Melbourne and head straight to the famous 12 Apostles before the masses of people arrive. Here we will take a 1km stroll along the boardwalk while appreciating the stunning views of the limestone stacks before continuing onto Gibson Steps. We walk down the 70m cliffside pathway to the beach where there is plenty of time to take some incredible photos. Next it’s time for a delicious lunch at our favourite local cafe before we’ll drive through the magical Great Otway National Park and take a short hike through ancient rainforests to one of the Otways' pristine waterfalls (where the big bus companies can’t go). Our next stop we will take a stroll amongst the giants of the forest at the Californian Redwoods before continuing along the iconic Great Ocean Road stopping at Apollo Bay for an optional ice cream. Kennett River is next where you’ll get the chance to spot native koalas, king parrots & kangaroos going about their routines.
Private One Day Great Ocean Road Tour (12 Hour)
Join us on an exclusively private 1 day Tour to explore the beautiful Great Ocean Road and all that it has to offer, in your own comfy air conditioned private vehicle together with an experienced guide. Visit all the main hot spots such as the world famous 12 Apostles, plus other must-see attractions inside Great Otway National Park. Visit the beautiful coastal township of Apollo Bay before embarking on a stunning introduction to Port Campbell National Park. If you have any questions regarding any of our tours, please don't hesitate to Call/text/WhatsApp Great Ocean Road Tours DIRECTLY on +61 4 55 44 11 10 Tour departs Melbourne 7am & Return back to Melbourne at 7pm the same day (9 hours driving time).
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The town of Apollo Bay draws busy crowds over summer, but it is noticeably less busy than places like Lorne, due to the further distance from Melbourne. If you are heading this ...
read moreApollo Bay is a great mid-way point on the Great Ocean Road and is perfectly placed just before the incredibly popular Port Campbell National Park. There’s not heaps to do ...
read moreTake a drive down the Great Ocean Road and you will no doubt stop at beautiful Apollo Bay. This once sleepy fishing town is now a thriving hub of artists and ...
read moreTo give you an idea, Apollo Bay is 2.5 hours from Melbourne whereas Lorne sits much closer to your start point. Port Campbell is approximately 3 hours drive from Melbourne. ...
read moreApollo Bay is about halfway on the great ocean road journey, so it makes for another great place to stop and stay overnight. The town centre has lots of great ...
read moreApollo Bay is midway along the Great Ocean Road and it is a perfect spot to rest. The Comfort Inn The International at Apollo Bay, I would rather call it ...
read moreAnchored in the Otway Ranges’ foothill, Apollo Bay is a laid back beach town with lots to do and beauty in excess. It attracts tourists with all sorts of interests. ...
read moreDay-trippers from Melbourne usually make a beeline for the famed 12 Apostles near Port Campbell and be back in town by dinner time, but it’s much more fun to take your time ...
read moreIn Great Otway National Park, rugged coastline meets lush rainforest. Here you can see stunning Triplet Falls, or marvel at the glow worms of Melba Gully. The Great Ocean Walk, ...
read moreOn the other hand if you only have time for a Great Ocean Road day trip, then you can start in Melbourne and make it to 12 Apostles for sunset ...
read moreIf you want to be somewhere more rural but not completely off track, you can find some quiet HomeAway and VRBO options along the coast between Kennet River and Apollo ...
read moreThe hike available here is 91 kilometres long, taking you to Glenample Homestead from the Apollo Bay. You go on the Great Ocean Road of Victoria, allowing you to take ...
read moreThe Twelve Apostles marked the end of the most scenic of viewpoints but did not end our journey down the Great Ocean Road. We still had a long ways to ...
read moreOne of Australia’s famous walks, The Great Ocean trail wanders along the southern coastline of Victoria for approximately 64 miles. Our itinerary started in the small seaside town of Apollo ...
read moreDon’t forget to take your time to enjoy the small coastal towns dotted along the way, Lorne, Port Fairy, Apollo Bay, Portland, Warrnambool, Torquay, Anglesea, Airey’s Inlet, they all offer ...
read moreMost famous for the huge rock formations known as the Twelve Apostles, there are many other attractions along the Great Ocean Road. Walk along wide sandy beaches and take in ...
read moreWe were really happy with our selection of Apollo Bay for our first night’s stay. We stayed at the Beachcomber Motel & Apartments and were pleased with our first experience at an ...
read moreThe drive is perhaps too short – I could’ve spent days driving this evocative stretch of coast, but before I knew it we were through Apollo Bay and heading into ...
read moreAnother 45 kilometers down a winding ocean road will get you through Wye River and Kennett River (home of wild koalas galore) and into Apollo Bay, a semi-strange town with ...
read moreDriving to Apollo Bay to you’ll discover some of Australia’s most striking coastal landscapes along the Great Ocean Road. There’ll be plenty of great places to visit along the way ...
read moreTourists have been feeding them over the years and they are now extremely tame; perching on the shoulders of anyone with food. We had no idea this was here, so ...
read moreJust 30 minutes away from Apollo Bay along the way to the Twelve Apostles, is Cape Otway Light Station also known as Australia’s most important lighthouse. The lighthouse was built ...
read moreIf you still have some time left be sure to check some waterfalls, which are plenty in the area. For instance, Carisbrook Falls (next to Apollo Bay) and Hopkin Falls (next to Warrnambool) are an ...
read moreAlkina Lodge is top of the line, a lodge with forest and ocean views, located about 20 minutes from the 12 Apostles. Situated in Wattle Hill, Alkina is 27 km ...
read more(This is where the list shifts a bit to “around Melbourne”!) There are fewer great road trips in the world than that along the Great Ocean Road. Torquay is the ...
read moreAfter the Twelve Apostles, the road heads inland for an hour taking you through farmland and eucalypt forests. It’s gorgeous but the kids were pretty confused about the lack of ...
read moreThe advantage of stopping in Apollo Bay is being close to a lovely long beach plus more choice of accommodation and places to eat whereas a stopover in Port Campbell ...
read moreLocated in Lavers Hill, 40 km from Apollo Bay, Otway Junction Motor Inn boasts a terrace and views of the sea. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking ...
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