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Explore Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles & Otways | Max 10 Guests
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Explore the Great Ocean Road with just 10 guests (smallest tour group offered) on an adventure that feels more like a road trip with friends than a bus tour! Why travel with Hike & Seek? Beat the crowds: Our reverse route helps avoid peak traffic and busy tour groups at the 12 Apostles. Discover hidden gems: Our smaller vehicle takes us to places larger buses often miss, including giant redwoods, rainforest trails and waterfalls. Wildlife encounters: Search for wild koalas and kangaroos in their natural habitats. Local food & drinks: Enjoy a relaxed lunch featuring regional produce, with local wine and beer available to purchase. More exploring, less rushing: Enjoy scenic hikes, spectacular coastal views and stories from passionate local guides. With fewer guests, there's more time to connect, explore and enjoy the journey together. Only 10 spots per tour! Book your Great Ocean Road adventure with Hike & Seek.
In demand: 17 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
Country Coffee & Meet the Crew. Stretch your legs, grab a country coffee and meet your guide and fellow adventurers before the coast unfolds.
12 Apostles: Before the Crowds. See the famous limestone stacks on our reverse route, arriving ahead of many big tour groups.
Descend to the beach and stand beneath towering limestone cliffs for a new perspective. Conditions permitting.
Lunch in the Heart of the Otways. Take a lunch break at a local Lavers Hill restaurant, surrounded by the Otways. Meals purchased separately.
Follow a rainforest trail to a spectacular waterfall among giant ferns and mossy trees. Access permitting.
Wander Among Giant Redwoods. Step into a peaceful grove of towering Californian redwoods, tucked deep within the Otways rainforest.
Search for Wild Koalas. Scan the eucalyptus canopy with your local guide for koalas living wild in the trees. Sightings vary.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Explore Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles & Otways | Max 10 Guests lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 11 stops.
Prices start at $152 per person for this Melbourne experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM.
It can: 17 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is 180 St Kilda Road, Southbank, directly outside the NGV (National Gallery of Victoria), near the large thumb sculpture. https://maps.app.goo.gl/xuFNRU1Ktmfk3brg6. The location is approximately a 5-minute walk (400m) from Flinders Street Station, across Princes Bridge over the Yarra River. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explore Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles & Otways | Max 10 Guests | 12 hours | 4.9 (229) | $152 | |
 Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour - Max 12 Guests | 12 hours | 4.9 (4,954) | $96 | View |
 Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & lunch - Melbourne | 13 hours | 4.9 (666) | $125 | View |
 Great Ocean Road 12 APOSTLES Tour REVERSE–SML GRP- Hotel Pick UP | 12 hours | 4.9 (1,949) | $69 | View |
 Premium Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse with Pickup - Max 14 | 11h 30min | 4.9 (548) | $94 | View |
 Great Ocean Road DeepTour 10 Stops 12 Apostles London Bridge | 12 hours | 4.2 (43) | $59 | View |
 Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Rainforest & Morning Tea-Melbourne | 13 hours | 4.8 (637) | $115 | View |
We stop at the beautiful seaside town of Apollo Bay for ice cream and a stroll along the pristine beaches.
The Great Ocean Road Coastal Drive. Follow the winding coastline past surf beaches, dramatic cliffs and sweeping Southern Ocean views.
Enjoy the beautiful coast at Lorne before heading to spot for Kangaroos
Search for wild kangaroos grazing near the Surf Coast, keeping a respectful distance
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 229 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Hike & Seek.