How long does the Great Ocean Road take?

1 day rush (not recommended), 2-3 days ideal. Distance 243km but takes 3-4 hours driving + stops. Overnight in Lorne or Apollo Bay. Sunrise at Twelve Apostles worth staying Port Campbell overnight.

When is the best time to drive the Great Ocean Road?

November-April (warmer, calmer seas for swimming). Avoid winter (June-August) rough seas, cold, rain. Summer (Dec-Jan) most crowded and expensive. Autumn (March-May) good weather, fewer tourists.

Is it safe to swim at Great Ocean Road beaches?

Only swim at designated beaches between flags. Dangerous rip currents kill swimmers annually. Safe beaches: Lorne, Apollo Bay patrolled areas. Avoid: Twelve Apostles area (no swimming, rough seas, King Waves).

Where should I stay on the Great Ocean Road?

Lorne (most popular, artsy, restaurants), Apollo Bay (quieter, fishing village), Port Campbell (tiny, near Twelve Apostles). Book 4-8 weeks ahead, expensive (AUD $150-250/night mid-range). Camping available (AUD $30-50/night).

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Iconic Scenic Drive

Famous 240km coastal drive from Melbourne to Warrnambool. Dramatic cliffs, rock formations, beach towns.

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Twelve Apostles

Iconic limestone rock formations. Best photography at sunrise/sunset. Erosion monitoring, changing landscape.

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Beach Town Exploration

Torquay (surfing), Lorne (artsy), Apollo Bay (fishing village), Port Campbell (tiny village). Each unique.

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Wildlife Viewing

Seals, little penguins (dusk return), koalas, whales (May-Nov seasonal). Best viewing spots and timing.

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Safety Warnings

Dangerous rip currents, rough seas, King Waves. Safe swimming beaches identified, weather monitoring.

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Accommodation Planning

Book 4-8 weeks ahead (expensive holiday prices). Lorne, Apollo Bay, Port Campbell main stops.

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Torquay & Bells Beach

Half day

Surfing capital, Bells Beach famous surf spot, Rip Curl headquarters. Start of Great Ocean Road.

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Lorne & Waterfalls

1 day

Artsy beach town, Erskine Falls, cafes, galleries. Main overnight stop. Popular with Melburnians.

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Apollo Bay

1 day

Working fishing village, scenic views, Cape Otway Lighthouse nearby. Quieter than Lorne.

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Twelve Apostles

2-3 hours

Iconic rock formations, sunrise/sunset photography, visitor center, helicopter tours available.

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Port Campbell

1 day

Tiny village, main base for Twelve Apostles, London Bridge, Loch Ard Gorge rock formations.

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Warrnambool

Half day

End of Great Ocean Road, whale watching (May-Nov), maritime history, larger town with services.

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