Small group Great Ocean Road Reverse & Wildlife spotting

About this tour

This 12-hour small-group tour reverses the typical Great Ocean Road route, letting you reach the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge while crowds are still elsewhere. You'll start early from Melbourne with a cooked breakfast, then travel in an air-conditioned coach to spot kangaroos at Anglesea in the late afternoon when they're most active. With a maximum of 12 people, you'll experience the Southern Ocean's morning calm before heading back to the city by evening.

Highlights

• 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge before peak tourist hours
• Early morning Southern Ocean views and coastal breeze
• Kangaroo spotting at Anglesea in late afternoon
• Cooked breakfast and hot beverages included
• Small group maximum twelve travellers

What to expect

You'll depart Melbourne early, starting with a hot breakfast and coffee to fuel the day ahead. The coach takes you straight to the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge while the sites are peaceful and the light is soft. You'll have time to explore these dramatic limestone formations and absorb the views of the Southern Ocean without jostling through crowds. As you drive back eastward in the afternoon, the tour timing means you'll reach Anglesea's heathland when kangaroos emerge to feed, offering genuine wildlife encounters. Expect mostly driving time between locations, with stops at the major viewing points.

Good to know

Bring layers—coastal winds can be sharp even in warmer months. Comfortable walking shoes essential for cliff-top viewing areas. Prams and specialised infant seats available. You'll be back in Melbourne by evening, suitable for all fitness levels.