Top Great Ocean Road Outdoor Activities

Drive along the rugged Australian coastline from Melbourne to Adelaide on a 3-day adventure. Stop along the Great Ocean Road in places like Apollo Bay and Lorne and take in the beautiful views of the Southern Ocean. Observe local wildlife at such as kangaroos and koalas at Great Otways National Park and sample local wines in Adelaide, where the tour ends.

Surfs up! Live out your surfing fantasies with a 2-hour beginner-friendly surf class at Anglesea beach, located on Australia’s famous Great Ocean Road. Make the most of the shallow waters and gentle waves as you master the basics, practice standing up on your board and try to catch your first wave. With all equipment included and expert instructors to guide you, you’ll be hitting the waves in no time!

Learn to ride the waves at Torquay beach on Australia’s iconic Great Ocean Road. Master the basics, practice standing up on your board and catch your first wave with this beginner-friendly 2-hour surf class. With all equipment included and expert instructors to guide you, you’ll be hitting the waves in no time!

Step out of the busy Melbourne city and explore the rugged coastline with us on this day of adventure. With 11 stops to visit, be amazed by the diverse itinerary and soak up authentic Australian views. With Museums, look outs, rainforest walks and more, you won’t be disappointed. Don’t miss the opportunity to add adventure to your Australian holiday.

Discover some of Australia’s most photographed landscapes on this full-day tour of the famous Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Stop for refreshments near Anglesea, spot wild koalas along the way, and purchase lunch in the seaside town of Apollo Bay. After lunch, enjoy a walk through Great Otway National Park, learn how the notorious Shipwreck Coast earned its name, and marvel over natural landmarks like the 12 Apostles and the pristine beach of Loch Ard Gorge.

Learn to surf at one of Victoria’s best spots along the Great Ocean Road. Take a surf lesson in Lorne and learn all the basics from your instructor before taking to the waves to give it a go. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Great Ocean Road and get a true Aussie surf experience on this 2-hour tour.

Delve deep into the natural history of the Budj Bim (Mount Eccles) Volcano on this private geologist-led tour of Budj Bim National Park from Warrnambool. Enjoy an insider’s perspective as you explore the rare and beautiful landscapes shaped by a lava shield volcano that erupted over 30,000 years ago. You’ll also have the chance to see the extraordinary phenomenon known as lava blisters (Tumuli) or finish your half-day tour at a local winery.

Designed specifically for cruise ship travelers, enjoy a full-day on the marvelous Great Ocean Road with this tour. Meet your guide close by the cruise port and then head out, visiting all the highlights of the route including the 12 Apostles and other amazing natural sights within Great Otway National Park and Port Campbell National Park.

Learn all about the environment along the Great Ocean Road with this guided walk with a conservationist. Following a 0.8 mile (1.4 kilometer) all-abilities path through grassland, forests, bushland, and tree fern gullies, you’ll learn all about the unique ecology of the Great Otway National Park area. This short activity can easily fit into busy schedules, and is suitable for the whole family.

Wildlife Wonders' Sanctuary offers a glimpse into an Otways habitat before the arrival of predators such as foxes and cats. Wildlife lives freely in a natural habitat, without cages, and on a wildlife walk they can be seen going about their daily lives. Dusk is a time when most animals are active, as nocturnal animals rise for the night and day-active animals return to rest. Dusk Discovery tours are limited to just 10 people, allowing time to capture stunning sunsets as well as amazing wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. As with all of Wildlife Wonders' experiences, 100% of profits go to support conservation and research into Australia's threatened species.

Whether you’re just starting out your surfing journey or a competitive surfer on the search for some expert assistance, this private one-on-one Torquay surf lesson will help give you the edge you need. Your experienced coach will tailor your session on the day to suit your skills and needs and take you out to the best waves and conditions to help ensure you get the most from your lesson.