12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour - Small Group
Overview
Our small group (4-11 Guests) 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.
What's Included
- A Grade 2 hike to one of the Otways’ pristine waterfalls
- A visit to Kennett River to see native Australian Koalas
- The towering Californian Redwoods
- The breathtaking 12 Apostles & Gibson Steps
- Entrance to Port Campbell, 12 Apostles & Great Otway National Park
- The Great Ocean Road with stops at the coastal townships of Apollo Bay & Lorne
- Lunch Cash or credit card for lunch (around $35)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Meeting Location
180 Saint Kilda Road
Melbourne VIC 3006, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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The Twelve Apostles
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Gibsons Steps
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Hopetoun Falls
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Great Otway National Park
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Apollo Bay
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kennett River
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Comfortable trainers or hiking boots
- Water bottle (1L)
- Cash or credit card for lunch (around $35)
- Warm layers just in case
- Sunscreen, sunglasses & a hat
- Swimsuit & a towel for a swim in the ocean (optional on summer months)
- Good vibes
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- A Grade 2 hike to one of the Otways’ pristine waterfalls.
- A visit to Kennett River to see native Australian Koalas.
- The towering Californian Redwoods.
- The breathtaking 12 Apostles & Gibson Steps.
- Entrance to Port Campbell, 12 Apostles & Great Otway National Park.
- The Great Ocean Road with stops at the coastal townships of Apollo Bay & Lorne.
- Lunch. Cash or credit card for lunch (around $35).
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour - Small Group is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour – Small Group will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- A Grade 2 hike to one of the Otways’ pristine waterfalls
- A visit to Kennett River to see native Australian Koalas
- The towering Californian Redwoods
- The breathtaking 12 Apostles & Gibson Steps
- Entrance to Port Campbell, 12 Apostles & Great Otway National Park
- The Great Ocean Road with stops at the coastal townships of Apollo Bay & Lorne
- LunchCash or credit card for lunch (around $35)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Comfortable trainers or hiking boots
- Water bottle (1L)
- Cash or credit card for lunch (around $35)
- Warm layers just in case
- Sunscreen, sunglasses & a hat
- Swimsuit & a towel for a swim in the ocean (optional on summer months)
- Good vibes
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
