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Geelong and the Great Ocean Road
is lauded as an outstanding wildlife
destination, with the marine life
of Port Phillip Bay the jewel
in its crown.
Just an hour on the freeway from
Melbourne, Geelong is a super-convenient
hub for a myriad of unfolding sights and
experiences.
Rise above it all with a helicopter or
seaplane journey over Corio Bay, then relax
deckside in a snazzy restaurant or wine bar.
Allow time to explore the beautiful Bellarine
Peninsula where you can share a swim with
dolphins or seals, discover a likeable drop in
a local winery and indulge your inner foodie
with fresh seafood, farm-nurtured produce
and welcoming village cafés. Lighthouses
stand guard over uncrowded beaches and
maritime history pervades the salty air.
Follow the coast to Torquay and iconic Bells
Beach, celebrated as the home of ‘Aussie’
surf culture. Make no mistake: this is “surf
city” – check out the Surf World Museum
and a surfing retail plaza like no other in
Australia. Then perch atop an ochre cliff to
spy surfers taking on the legendary
Southern Ocean swells.
From here, head west and you are officially
journeying the Great Ocean Road, one of
the globe’s greatest drives and the biggest
war memorial (anywhere). It’s a magical
drive slicing between the ocean and the
bush, and punctuated by the vibrancy of
coastal resort towns like Lorne and Apollo
Bay. This is one experience you might want
to tick off your “bucket list” twice.
Top 10 Must Do Experiences…
Geelong
1. A day by the bay: Waterfront Geelong
is alive with activity: on the water,
in the sky and bayside. Funky new
restaurants, timber promenade walks,
a vintage carousel and stunning public
art beckon.
2. Today meets yesteryear: The Amazing
21st Century Garden is the centerpiece
of the Geelong Botanic Gardens, which
is a feast for the senses with its exotic
and Australian plants.
Bellarine Peninsula
3. Eco adventures: Discover the wildlife
that calls Port Phillip Bay home
including dolphins, seals, whales,
penguins and sea birds with South Bay
Eco Adventures.
Torquay
4. Surf’s up! Take a surfing lesson from
a pro, explore the Surf World Museum
or just hang-out in the spiritual home
of surfing.
Lorne
5. Coffee shop: That’s coffee and shop:
while you take-in the glistening waters
of Loutit Bay from Lorne’s divine
seaside café and retail strip.
Apollo Bay
6. Catch of the day: Choose your own
crayfish fresh off the wharf, tee-off in
paradise or amble a windswept,
pristine beach.
Cape Otway
7. Light up: A detour to the Cape Otway
Lightstation is its own reward – think
ghostly spirits, wildlife up-close and
eye-goggling ocean vistas.
Weeaproinah
8. Let fly: Otway Fly Treetop Adventures
takes you high into the treetops for an
experience like no other. Want more?
Try the new Zip Line Tour.
Otways and Surrounds
9. Choose your adventure: The 104km
Great Ocean Walk weaves through
stunning national parks and deserted
beaches. Step on or step off at your
convenience.
10. Wild encounters: Venture to the Great
Otway National Park’s Lake Elizabeth,
for a chance to spy the elusive egglaying
platypus in its natural habitat.
Bollards, Waterfront Geelong
Surfing, Lorne
Otway Fly Treetop Adventures
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