2 Day Great Ocean Road Wildlife Tour - Melbourne to Adelaide in Australia
Australia Wildlife Tour
Experience the spectacular beauty of a diverse range of natural wonders on a two-day journey through stunning scenery. The wild shipwreck coastline of Loch Ard Gorge, as well as the limestone cliffs of the Twelve Apostles, are among the sights to see on this trip. The Grampians National Park offers ancient mountain views that are complemented by wildlife, waterfalls, and bushland that reflect the aboriginal culture prominent throughout Australia.
Key information
- Group safari
- Minimum of eight and maximum of 23 participants
- Services of an English-speaking guide (audio translation services available in 10 languages)
- Children policy: Children aged between six and 17 years old are required to stay in a shared private room and must be accompanied by a legal guardian or adult; not suitable for infants or children five years and under
- Starting point and ending point: Melbourne
- National Park entrance fees are included
Highlights
- An overland journey from Melbourne to Adelaide
- Explore the famous Great Ocean Road coastline, which is listed as a National Heritage Site
- See the Australian native flora and fauna on display
- Enjoy a guided walk through the ancient Great Otway National Park
- Experience the iconic 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Razorback, and Island Archway
- Walk the bushwalking trails of Grampians National Park
- Take in the panoramic views from Reeds, Boroka, and The Balconies lookouts
- 1 night stay in the Grampians’ heart, Halls Gap with meals
Skill level
- Intermediate
Types
2 activity days in English
Accommodation
Accommodation for this tour will be either at Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite), Grampians Eco YHA Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom), or a similar alternative. Participants can choose between private rooms with ensuite bathrooms or shared rooms with shared bathroom facilities.
Given the limited accommodation options in these regions, on occasion, Autopia Tours will need to split the group across different properties based on the room fare type requirements. Guests booking a basic dorm bed will be paired with other solo travelers in a room, where possible of the same gender, but not guaranteed.
Here is a list of the properties that Autopia Tours uses, or a similar alternative:
- Basic shared accommodation is restricted to adults only (18+ years and over), as travellers stay in shared bunk bedrooms with communal bathrooms; this is not suitable for children; accommodation provider - YHA Grampians Eco
- Private double / twin room is for adults and children staying in a double or twin room with an ensuite bathroom and must be purchased by two people staying together; accommodation - provider Gariwerd Motel
- Private single room with ensuite is restricted to adults only (18+ years old and over); room upgrades are subject to availability at the time of booking; accommodation provider - Gariwerd Motel
Program
Autopia Tours' Great Ocean Road two-day experience from Melbourne to Adelaide is the best showcase of the must-see highlights of Victoria’s premier destinations. Combining these destinations into one tour will enable you to extend your time at each highlight and maximize your experience. Then, travel on to Adelaide, the city of churches.
Your accommodation will be situated deep within the Grampians National Park at Halls Gap, surrounded by bushland and stunning mountain landscapes.
Autopia Tours will use 24-seater Mitsubishi Rosa mini-buses for this trip. This vehicle makes moving people easy, safe, and comfortable, with high back seats and large windows for unobstructed views. The maximum number of passengers that they will carry on this two-day tour is 23 people, with a minimum requirement of eight people to guarantee the departure.
Highlights
- An overland journey from Melbourne to Adelaide
- Explore the famous Great Ocean Road coastline, which is listed as a National Heritage Site
- Photo at Memorial Arch and Great Ocean Road sign
- Australian native wildlife - flora and fauna
- Enjoy a guided walk through the ancient Great Otway National Park
- See the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Razorback, and Island Archway
- Walk the bushwalking trails of Grampians National Park
- Relax at the base of the spectacular Mackenzie Falls
- Take in the panoramic views from Reeds, Boroka, and The Balconies lookouts
Day 1: Melbourne to Great Ocean Road
Enjoy the stunning scenery of the Great Ocean Road and discover the remarkable rock formations of the iconic 12 Apostles. Stop by the Surf Coast for morning tea at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and sample some sweet treats. You will discover some of the world’s tallest trees as you explore the ancient and beautiful rainforest of the Great Otway National Park.
Learn about the tragic tale of the shipwreck coast, visit the hidden beach of Loch Ard Gorge, and the iconic 12 Apostles. During the journey, the group will stop to see native Australian wildlife. Arriving late at night, you will settle into the accommodation for the night.
- Meals: Lunch (Apollo Bay Bakery), dinner (The Flying Horse Bar & Brewery) or similar alternative
- Accommodation: Gariwerd Motel Private Rooms (with ensuite), Grampians Eco YHA Shared Accommodation (with shared bathroom), or similar alternative
- Driving distance: 520km
- Hike distance: 1 - 2km
Day 2: Grampians to Melbourne
Your day will begin early in the morning with a visit to the Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout, or Balconies, which has excellent views of the rugged terrain of the Grampians National Park. It is an area rich in aboriginal culture as well as beautiful bushland teeming with Australian wildlife, such as emus and kangaroos.
Besides the many hiking trails that are available, there are majestic waterfalls that will be sure to leave you with lasting memories. Following lunch, you'll head west, away from the coastline and rugged mountains, towards Adelaide, passing Dimboola Pink Lake and Nhill before crossing the South Australian border into Bordertown and arriving in Adelaide at around 19:30.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Driving distance: 520km
- Hike distance: 2km
Autopia Tours reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary schedule during seasonal weather fluctuations and / or during park closures due to infrastructure road works.
Location
Your tour from Melbourne to Adelaide will travel along Victoria's coastline, visiting stunning attractions such as the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, MacKenzie Falls, and Halls Gap. Join Autopia Tours' two-day Great Ocean Road adventure experience!
Explore all the natural wonders of Victoria with Autopia Tours, including hidden, pristine beaches, as well as Grampians National Park, and get a chance to spot diverse Australian wildlife. Also, see Victoria’s best wilderness. Travel along the Great Ocean Road and through the Grampians National Park on route to Adelaide. And, visit some other magnificent sights throughout the region.
Food
While Autopia Tours endeavors to cater to most dietary needs, passengers must advise their booking agent at the time of booking. The tour operator must also be notified of any food allergies or known medical conditions at the time of booking.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
What's included
- 1-way transfer from Melbourne to Adelaide
- All National Park pass entry fees
- Guided bush walks (about 4km, subject to fitness level)
- Australian wildlife sightings, in the wild!
- Hosted by an experienced driver-guide
- Air-conditioned small-group travel
- Comprehensive local tour commentary
- Selected Melbourne inner-city pick-up/drop-off point in Adelaide city
- 1 night accommodation (Halls Gap)
- 1x breakfast, 1x lunch, 1x dinner
- GST
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Any meals not indicated within the itinerary - plenty of opportunity will be provided to purchase food along the way or dine out with the group
- Hotel transfers pre / post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point
- Personal travel insurance is highly recommended
- Personal expenses
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Melbourne Airport
213 km away from your destination
The central meeting point is outside the Immigration Museum. Wait on the corner of 400 Flinders St and Market St, Melbourne at 07:35. The bus will park on the Market St side of the museum to board guests. Other pickup locations from Melbourne include:
- 06:50 - Pullman Albert Park – 65 Queens Road Albert Park
- 06:55 - Pegasus Apartments Hotel - 206 A’Beckett St, Melbourne
- 07:00 - Melbourne Marriott Hotel - cnr Exhibition St & Lonsdale St, Melbourne
- 07:05 - Space Hotel, 380 Russell St, Melbourne
- 07:10 - Grand Hyatt Melbourne - Russell St entrance Melbourne
- 07:20 - Adina Apartment Hotel - 189 Queen St, Melbourne
- 07:25 - The Savoy Hotel - 630 Little Collins St, Melbourne
- 07:35 - Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St cnr Market St, Melbourne
- 07:40 - Crown Towers - 8 Whiteman St Queens Bridge St, Southbank
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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