About this tour
A 12-hour private coastal drive along the Great Ocean Road, departing from your choice of start point and covering the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and surrounding rainforest sections. You'll travel in a climate-controlled vehicle with a driver, stopping at key viewpoints throughout the day. The reverse routing (Port Campbell to Torquay) is available to reduce crowds at major sites, giving you quieter photo opportunities and breathing room at popular spots.
Highlights
- Twelve Apostles limestone rock formations at quieter times
- Loch Ard Gorge with its dramatic sea cliffs and beach
- Rainforest sections between coastal stretches
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day
- Flexibility to choose start point and direction
- Coffee and tea provided during the tour
- All fitness levels welcome, minimal walking required
What to expect
Your driver will collect you from a nominated location and begin the route—either the traditional Torquay-to-Port Campbell direction or reversed, depending on your preference. You'll spend the day stopping at established viewpoints and natural sites: the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and various beach and rainforest sections. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and refreshments are provided at intervals.
Expect moderate crowds at major stops during peak times, though the reverse routing does reduce queues. The pace is leisurely—you control how long you spend at each location. The tour concludes at your final destination in the late afternoon, having covered roughly 240 kilometres of coastal road.
What travellers say
- Reverse routing avoids peak crowds at main attractions
- Private vehicle allows flexible stop timing and pace
- Suitable for all fitness levels, minimal strenuous activity
- Air-conditioned comfort on a long drive
- Scenic variety—beaches, rainforest, dramatic cliffs
- Lunch and dinner not included; budget meal stops separately
- 12-hour duration demands stamina and tolerance for driving
- Major sites still busy during peak season despite reverse routing
- Weather can shift rapidly on the coast
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Good to know
This suits anyone wanting a flexible, self-paced coastal experience without navigating or driving themselves, particularly families and those interested in photography. The reverse-route option appeals to people prioritising quieter, less-crowded visits to famous sites. Caveats: lunch and dinner are not included—you'll need to budget for meals at towns along the route. The 12-hour duration is long; plan for fatigue. Weather can be changeable on the coast. Physical fitness isn't a barrier, but walking to viewpoints involves some uneven terrain and stairs at certain spots. Service animals are welcome. Inclusions: private transport, air-conditioned vehicle, coffee/tea. Group size not specified; confirm numbers when booking.
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