About this tour
A full-day private drive along Victoria's celebrated coastal route, departing Melbourne with stops at the surf heartland of Torquay, rainforest walks through Kennett River spotting native wildlife, and the headline limestone cliffs of the Twelve Apostles. Your driver navigates from rugged headlands to sheltered gorges, with lunch in Apollo Bay and guided walks through Otway National Park's fern gullies. Eight to twelve hours depending on your pace, door-to-door from selected Melbourne hotels.
Highlights
- Torquay's surfing culture and Memorial Arch history
- Wild koalas and rainforest parrots at Kennett River
- Mait's Rest fern gully walk through ancient forest
- Twelve Apostles limestone monoliths from the Southern Ocean
- Loch Ard Gorge and The Razorback rock formations
- Lunch stop in seaside Apollo Bay
- Air-conditioned comfort with expert local narration
What to expect
You'll travel in a modern sedan or minivan with door-to-door pickup from your Melbourne hotel. Your guide provides commentary in English, Mandarin, or Cantonese throughout. Expect a mix of short walks—the Mait's Rest rainforest trail is gentle, perhaps 20–30 minutes—and roadside viewpoints where you'll exit the vehicle briefly to photograph or absorb the landscape. The Twelve Apostles demand time; allow an hour minimum. Bring lunch money for Apollo Bay or pack your own. The route unfolds as a sequence of distinct ecosystems: coastal town, fern forest, ocean cliffs, and weathered gorges.
Good to know
Food and drinks are not included; budget for lunch. Infant and child car seats are available with 3 working days' notice. The route suits all fitness levels, though several short walks are involved. Wear comfortable shoes and sun protection. Public transport options exist nearby if you prefer flexibility.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.