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Australia’s Great Ocean Road Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

2 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Victoria, Australia
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6 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Drive Australia’s legendary Great Ocean Road with this self-guided audio tour. Stand before the towering 12 Apostles, uncover shipwreck tales at Loch Ard Gorge, and see nature’s handiwork at London Arch. Wind inland through rainforest to the historic Cape Otway Lighthouse. Hear stories of explorers, coastal drama, and ocean-carved wonders as you follow one of the world’s most scenic routes at your own pace.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's Included

  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
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Apollo Bay

It’s a compact but full-service town and very popular as a place to make an overnight stay if trying to complete the Great Ocean Road in 2 days. Hopefully we’ve allowed ourselves more time than that, but if not, I’m sure we are getting to see all the best parts.The tour is over 150+ miles long, with more than 120+ audio stories, and takes about 6-7 hours to complete.New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Bells Beach

The most famous surf break in all of Australia – Bells Beach. Now, what the conditions and the ocean swell is like today will likely effect what our impression of Bells is. If the swell is only small, it might barely be breaking at all, and there may be no surfers out in the water
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cape Otway Lightstation (pass by)

This is one of the must-do places on our Great Ocean Road drive, and remember how I was saying it was the most important lighthouse in Australia. After we turn it will take us about 15 minutes to reach Lighthouse arrival centre but we should even take a little more time, go slowly and try spotting koalas as we drive along.
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Bay of Islands

The surprisingly impressive Bay of Islands is coming up. The short trail from the carpark forks into 2 that go to viewing areas that look fully south and fully north – you really get a great 2 for 1 deal from this one location, with different perspectives from either side.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Erskine Falls

The first lookout's just about 80 meters along and has a lovely view to get to the bottom of the falls. The sign says 220 meters more, but just so you know, it's a steep run of stairs to get down and then back up.It's fine for most people, but if anyone has mobility challenges, it might be best to stick to the upper lookout Anyway, have fun.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kennett River Nature Walk

If you're a visitor to Australia and you're hoping to see some koalas on your travels, especially in the wild, then we might have some luck up ahead in Kennet River, and it might surprise you to hear that most Australians, unless they live in a bush property, in a suitably lucky area, it's actually quite rare for Aussies to see koalas too.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lorne

As Lorne gets busier every year with visitors exploring the Great Ocean Road or with holiday makers coming here just to enjoy the beach and activities, the local cafe and restaurant scene keeps getting better.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Memorial Arch at Eastern View

We are about to drive under the Memorial Arch, and we will see a parking area immediately on our right as we pass through. The arch was created after the completion of the entire Great Ocean Road route.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Port Campbell

I’ll divide our sightseeing on this part of the coast into 2 – things to see on the eastern side of Port Campbell and things to see on the western side of Port Campbell. On the eastern side, there are 2 definite must-do stops we should make. Those are the 12 Apostles viewing platforms and the Loch Ard Gorge. That’s only the absolute must-do stops that we should make.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Split Point Lighthouse (pass by)

Even if you don’t think you’re that big a fan of lighthouses, the views are awesome and you’ll get to see the “split” in Split Point.
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The Grotto

I like this one because we can get quite close to the formation and it’s an easy one to include ourselves into the photo. There are stairs that take us down to the best vantage point and then back up again.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Torquay

We are now moving into another phase of the Great Ocean Road drive that has a different significance and story. The road between Apollo Bay, Lorne and towards Torquay was the most challenging section to construct and as we make our way through, I’m going to keep coming back to that story from time to time.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Australia’s Great Ocean Road Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
  • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
  • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
  • Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
  • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
  • Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
  • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
  • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
  • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
  • The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

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