About this tour
A full-day private drive along Victoria's southwestern coast, taking in the dramatic 12 Apostles rock formations and surrounding seascapes. This 11.5-hour tour reverses the typical route to avoid congested roads, stopping at Port Campbell and winding through old-growth rainforest. Your guide drives whilst you absorb limestone cliffs, sheltered beaches, and native bushland. Entry to Parks Victoria reserves and a hot chocolate at a local chocolaterie are included.
Highlights
- 12 Apostles limestone stacks and Loch Ard Gorge boardwalk walks
- Island Arch, Razorback, The Grotto, Bakers Oven viewpoints
- Coastal clifftop photography stops with unobstructed sightlines
- Private vehicle avoids coach-tour crowds on winding sections
- Rainforest drive through towering undisturbed native forest
- Hot chocolate or coffee break at Gorge Chocolaterie
- Parks Victoria entry and toll roads included in price
What to expect
Expect a leisurely-paced scenic drive with frequent stops for photos and short walks. You'll start early and spend the bulk of the day pulling over at lookouts and walking short sections of boardwalk to see the rock formations up close. The reverse itinerary means smoother traffic flow through tight coastal roads. Midway, you'll pause for refreshments before heading inland through dense rainforest where towering trees arch overhead. The actual walking distances are modest—most stops require 10–20 minutes on foot—so you're primarily experiencing the landscape from vantage points rather than tackling strenuous hikes.
Good to know
Wear layers and bring sunscreen; coastal weather changes fast. The drive includes winding roads—travellers prone to motion sickness may want medication. Lunch isn't provided, so pack snacks or plan to eat en route. Child seats and wheelchair-accessible transport are available on request. The tour suits families and those with moderate fitness; it's not suitable for people with significant heart or mobility concerns.
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.