Great Ocean Walk - End to End
Itinerary
7 days - Departing Melbourne
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Day 1:Apollo Bay - Shelly Beach 8km
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Day 2:Shelly Beach - Parker Inlet 20.5km
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Day 3:Cape Otway - Johanna Beach 22.5km
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Day 4:Parker Inlet - Cape Otway 6km/Rest Day
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Day 5:Johanna Beach - Ryan's Den 14.5km
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Day 6:Milanesia - The Gables Lookout 16 km
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Day 7:Wreck Beach - The Twelve Apostles 17 km
Level of Difficulty Introductory - Moderate
About This Tour
RAW Travel is an official Great Ocean Walk partner and has been awarded Advanced eco -certification for it's Great Ocean Walk tours
Experience one of Australia's most stunning sections of coastline on a full week walk while enjoying great accommodation, incredible food & the company of new friends. Each day is different in terms of terrain & spectacular views. Breathtaking coastal scenery, deserted wild beaches, sheer cliffs, historical lighthouses and shipwrecks, giant mountain ash forests, pristine river estuaries, abundant wildlife, dunes and coastal heathlands all await the intrepid hiker on this exciting adventure.
Please click on the brochure below to get a full screen view of what delights await on the Great Ocean Walk!
Reading on Ipad? Click here for Great Ocean walk brochure
The Great Ocean Walk extends from Apollo Bay through the Great Otway National Park, to the famous Twelve Apostles near Port Campbell. Along the way it traverses some of Australia's most amazing coastal scenery, cutting through the Otway National Park where mountains and forest plunge dramatically to meet the Southern Ocean. The trail is rich with wildlife as the Otway National Park is home to over 60 threatened species, so expect to see Wallabies, Koalas, Echnida's and other iconic Australian wildlife on your hikes as well as abundant birdlife.
This walk encompasses the full length of the walking trail so you experience all of the most spectacular and remote sections of the trail, showcasing all the wonderful diversity of scenery and habitats. We have also included a 'rest day' on Day 4 with a shorter, leisurely walk with a local shipwreck historian who will bring the incredible history of this coast alive. We will also be accompanied by an Indigenous guide who join us on a section and present to us on the culture and traditions of the Aboriginal people who occupied this area for thousands of years. Both presentations are fascinating and at the end of the week you'll leave with a much richer understanding of the natural and man made history that makes this area so unique.
Accommodation
We use 3 different places to stay at as we progress from East to West, maintaining a sense of journey and cutting down time spent on transfers. Our accommodation is located in Apollo Bay, Cape Otway and Port Campbell, using a mixture of well located and comfortable beachside hotel rooms ( twinshare with ensuite) in the towns and private cabin style accommodation amid the beautiful natural environment of Cape Otway. Expect to see Koalas pass by your window and balcony each day, plus much native birdlife here!
This walk traverses the coastline of Southern Victoria with all of its ascents, descents and forested areas. The distances covered on some of the 7 consecutive hiking days exceed 20kms and walking on soft sand and rough tracks can make this tougher than the distances suggest. There are some very challenging sections throughout the walk and a reasonable level of fitness is required. Each day you'll be transferred to our accommodation bases which means you'll only have to carry your daypack.
For every person that travels with us on the Great Ocean Walk we will make a donation to the Cape Otway Centre for conservation ecology:
www.www.capeotwaycentre.org.
Minimum Numbers and Interstate Visitors
Please note that the minimum group size required for each departure is 6 people. In the event we do not reach minimum numbers you can either choose another departure or get a full refund.If you are travelling interstate please check with us on numbers before booking flights. It is rare that we have to cancel any departures due to insufficient numbers but it can happen.
NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS
RAW Travel welcomes single travellers and does not require anyone to pay a surcharge for travelling alone. On all of our adventures we will arrange for you to share accommodation with other travellers of the same sex and if we cannot match you up we will provide a single room at no extra charge ( group trips). If you prefer not to share, then just pay an exclusive occupancy fee to guarantee your own room. Most of our travellers join trips on their own seeking a social experience!
FREE TRAVEL:
If you get a group of 10 people together you can travel for free as the group organizer!
FREE video and brochure of the Great Ocean Walk - please e-mail us your details for a copy of the art of walking video and paper brochure OR View and download your own brochure below right now!
The right people on the right trip
It's important that you select a trip that is suitable to your experience abilities and expectations. In order to help people assess whether a trip is the right one for you it's vital that you download and read our trip notes before booking. In the trip notes you'll find descriptions of the accommodation, food and difficulty rating for each trip.
Experience one of Australia's most stunning sections of coastline on a full week walk while enjoying great accommodation, incredible food & the company of new friends. Each day is different in terms of terrain & spectacular views. Breathtaking coastal scenery, deserted wild beaches, sheer cliffs, historical lighthouses and shipwrecks, giant mountain ash forests, pristine river estuaries, abundant wildlife, dunes and coastal heathlands all await the intrepid hiker on this exciting adventure.
Please click on the brochure below to get a full screen view of what delights await on the Great Ocean Walk!
Reading on Ipad? Click here for Great Ocean walk brochure
The Great Ocean Walk extends from Apollo Bay through the Great Otway National Park, to the famous Twelve Apostles near Port Campbell. Along the way it traverses some of Australia's most amazing coastal scenery, cutting through the Otway National Park where mountains and forest plunge dramatically to meet the Southern Ocean. The trail is rich with wildlife as the Otway National Park is home to over 60 threatened species, so expect to see Wallabies, Koalas, Echnida's and other iconic Australian wildlife on your hikes as well as abundant birdlife.
This walk encompasses the full length of the walking trail so you experience all of the most spectacular and remote sections of the trail, showcasing all the wonderful diversity of scenery and habitats. We have also included a 'rest day' on Day 4 with a shorter, leisurely walk with a local shipwreck historian who will bring the incredible history of this coast alive. We will also be accompanied by an Indigenous guide who join us on a section and present to us on the culture and traditions of the Aboriginal people who occupied this area for thousands of years. Both presentations are fascinating and at the end of the week you'll leave with a much richer understanding of the natural and man made history that makes this area so unique.
Accommodation
We use 3 different places to stay at as we progress from East to West, maintaining a sense of journey and cutting down time spent on transfers. Our accommodation is located in Apollo Bay, Cape Otway and Port Campbell, using a mixture of well located and comfortable beachside hotel rooms ( twinshare with ensuite) in the towns and private cabin style accommodation amid the beautiful natural environment of Cape Otway. Expect to see Koalas pass by your window and balcony each day, plus much native birdlife here!
This walk traverses the coastline of Southern Victoria with all of its ascents, descents and forested areas. The distances covered on some of the 7 consecutive hiking days exceed 20kms and walking on soft sand and rough tracks can make this tougher than the distances suggest. There are some very challenging sections throughout the walk and a reasonable level of fitness is required. Each day you'll be transferred to our accommodation bases which means you'll only have to carry your daypack.
For every person that travels with us on the Great Ocean Walk we will make a donation to the Cape Otway Centre for conservation ecology:
www.www.capeotwaycentre.org.
Minimum Numbers and Interstate Visitors
Please note that the minimum group size required for each departure is 6 people. In the event we do not reach minimum numbers you can either choose another departure or get a full refund.If you are travelling interstate please check with us on numbers before booking flights. It is rare that we have to cancel any departures due to insufficient numbers but it can happen.
NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS
RAW Travel welcomes single travellers and does not require anyone to pay a surcharge for travelling alone. On all of our adventures we will arrange for you to share accommodation with other travellers of the same sex and if we cannot match you up we will provide a single room at no extra charge ( group trips). If you prefer not to share, then just pay an exclusive occupancy fee to guarantee your own room. Most of our travellers join trips on their own seeking a social experience!
FREE TRAVEL:
If you get a group of 10 people together you can travel for free as the group organizer!
FREE video and brochure of the Great Ocean Walk - please e-mail us your details for a copy of the art of walking video and paper brochure OR View and download your own brochure below right now!
The right people on the right trip
It's important that you select a trip that is suitable to your experience abilities and expectations. In order to help people assess whether a trip is the right one for you it's vital that you download and read our trip notes before booking. In the trip notes you'll find descriptions of the accommodation, food and difficulty rating for each trip.
Call 1 300 208 245 for more details or outside Australia +613 9787 4366
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Testimonials
"I will recommend Raw Travel to my family and friends.It was such a wonderful experience, one which I will be talking about for many years to come. Nothing beats walking with nature and seeing all her beauty. Thank you".
"The Great Ocean Walk with Raw Travel is a fantastic experience, with excellent organisation, great food, good accommodation and amazing views. Most of the walk is easy to moderate, with pull-out points along the way making the walk achievable for almost anybody with even moderate fitness. It is well worth the effort".
"This was an absolutely fantastic walk - lots of hills, fantastic scenery and great leaders. I would recommend it to everyone who enjoys the outdoors".
"I have "raved" to everyone who has asked about the Great Ocean Walk experience. It's hard to convey with words just how spectacular that area of Victoria is, and to see it that way was very special - I feel privileged. Everything about the trip was beyond expectation - the accommodation, the meals, the tour leaders, the group we walked with. A truly memorable experience and one I would highly recommend".
"This is a well-organised walk in a stunning part of Australia, that can be taken at one's own pace to maximise the enjoyment and minimise the effort. A wonderful way to spend a week"
"Take up the challenge, this company provides such wonderful adventures for us to see our country. The Great Ocean Road walk is simply marvellous and well worth the walk. I recommend this walk to anyone who wants to see our great country".
"Had an amazing 7 days hiking the Great Ocean Walk with RAW. Would recommend RAW to anyone wanting to do a supported GOW hike".
"The End to End Great Ocean walk was a truly fabulous experience and surpassed my expectations. Enjoyed every aspect of the trip - Great views, good walking with lots of varied terrain and wildlife, excellent and plentiful food, interesting local guides!
Everything was very enjoyable, scenery, company, accommodation,food....everything.
Highlights of the trip - "Too many to mention. Very surprised when at the 12 Apostles, end of walk, Champagne on ice was provided for us to celebrate finishing the walk. Loved staying at Bimbi Farm and would recommend this accommodation to anyone doing the GOR walk. Loved Milenesia Beach and landscape and have taken some wonderful photos and videos to remember the holiday and to share with friends and family.
$2090
inc GST
Dates
2012 Sep 27 - Oct 032012 Nov 15 - Nov 21
2013 Mar 14 - Mar 20
2013 Apr 25 - May 01
2013 Oct 10 - Oct 16
2013 Oct 31 - Nov 06
Whats Included?
- 6 nights shared accommodation
- 3 Nights hotel rooms in Apollo Bay & Port Campbell
- 3 nights in private cabins at Cape Otway
- All meals as shown - delicious food
- All transfers and return transport from Melbourne
- Refreshment stops during walk
- Experienced walking guide
- Shipwreck and Cape Otway Lighthouse tour
- Driver & support vehicle throughout
- Walking maps and guides
- Web gallery of trip photos to download
- RAW Travel Donation to local conservation project
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