3 Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Adventure
3 Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians
Adults $340.00
Description
Our three day adventure will take you on a journey of discovery combining the breathtaking coastline of the Great Ocean Road and the hinterland of the Grampians National Park. We travel west through Victoria’s second largest city Geelong, before heading south to the coastal township of Torquay and one of Australia’s most famous surf beaches, Bells Beach. Next we enjoy the breathtaking coastal views from historic Split Point Lighthouse and see Eastern Grey Kangaroos, before continuing our journey through the scenic towns of Lorne and Apollo Bay. Along the way we have plenty of opportunities to see the native wildlife in its natural habitat including koalas and a variety of birds. We enjoy a rainforest walk in the Otway Ranges and stay overnight amongst the koalas. In the evening we search for glow worms (seasonal) and enjoy our bush campfire (weather permitting). Rising early we travel to the Port Campbell National Park to experience the world famous limestone rock stacks, the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge on the western end of the Great Ocean Road. From here we head to the Grampians National Park and along the way you will discover dramatic mountain views, magnificent rock caves and stunning waterfalls and typically rugged Australian landscape. We stay overnight in the Grampians in a wonderful natural setting with kangaroos around our campsite. On day 3 we explore the area and learn about its aboriginal heritage at Brambuk Cultural Centre, visit the spectacular Mackenzie Waterfalls, Reid’s Lookout and the Balconnies. We return to Melbourne via the historic goldmining town of Ballarat or you can connect to Adelaide.
HIGHLIGHTS
Day1
Torquay surf shops
World Famous Bell’s beach
Waterfalls & swim
Coastal towns of Lorne & Apollo Bay
Koalas at Kennett River
Rainforest Walk
Overnight stay in the Otway Ranges amongst koalas
Story telling around the campfire
Glowworms night walk *Seasonal
Day2
Gibson Steps/ 12 Apostles
Loch Ard Gorge & Blowhole
London Bridge
Bay of Martyrs & Bay of Islands
The “Mysterious” Maghony Ship
Tower Hill- Volcano Cradle Lake/ Kangaroos & Emus
Stop at the Bunyip Pub along the way
Overnight stay in the Grampians
Kangaroos around our campsite
Day3
Brambuk Cultural Centre
Learn about Aboriginal culture
Aboriginal Rock Art
Pinnacle walk
Flocks of cockatoo’s and native birds
Mackenzie Falls
Reid’s Lookout
Gold Booming Town of Ballarat
See the Disappearing Lake
Return to Melbourne or connect to Adelaide
Included In Price
3 x lunch, 2 x dinner, 2 x breakfast, accommodation (Camping), entrance fees, Camping Equipment, return to Melbourne. A sleeping Bag can be hired for $15.00)
Location
570 Flinders Street, Melbourne 3000
Participant Guidelines
You should bring good shoes/ boots for walking, appropriate clothing for warm & cold conditions, sunscreen, hat, swimming gear and toiletries, camera/water bottle/torch; We request you keep your luggage to a maximum of 5 kgs.
Price Valid For
1.April 2010 to 31.March 2011
Booking Notes
Tours depart from our booking office at 570 Flinders Street, Melbourne. Pick up and drop off service is available from all inner city, South Yarra and St Kilda accommodation. Please call the reservation staff 48 prior to departure for pick up time and to confirm your pick up details.
Departure Time
7.30am
Session Length
The tours duration is 3 days/ 2 nights in total
Numbers on the day
24
