I AM THE STORM CARVED COASTLINE

12 APOSTLES COAST & HINTERLAND

I AM THE GIFT OF FERTILE SOIL AND OCEAN BOUNTY

12 APOSTLES COAST & HINTERLAND

I AM A WILD REMINDER THAT YOU'RE ALIVE

12 APOSTLES COAST & HINTERLAND

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Discover Something Different

With a trail of indulgent artisan flavours and welcoming coast and hinterland villages. Your next holiday may be closer than you think. Moments to remember in a place you will never forget. Discover something different!

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Coastal Trails & Lookouts

Big bold beautiful nature! Natural landscapes beyond your wildest imaginings to invigorate and inspire. From rainforest to sea stack sculptures and volcanic lakes to deep ocean blues it's time to discover one of the most spectacular natural landscapes on the planet! Be sure to explore the depth of attraction that lies behind the hallmark sites.

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Born to be Wild

Let the wind play with your hair and the sand massage your feet. Bring a book or bring your bike. Give in to the natural flow, take it slow or go go go.

Run, walk, ride, reflect and recharge. Then slip into comfort at day's end.

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Treasure the Land we Love

This land is rich in reward for the observant and those with the time to fall under the spell of it's special places. Accept our invitation to slow down, stay a while and begin to feel the way we do about the unique nature that surrounds us.

Eat, Drink & Repeat

Plucked from the orchard, caught from the sea, reared off the land.

Treat your taste buds to flavours borne of the simplicity of quality ingredients, a pristine natural environment and inspired local endeavour.

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Towns & Villages

Experience the comforts of a town or village that welcomes you at the end of the day and find your ideal base to explore the region.

Whether it is the sound of the sea, a quiet river's calm or broad avenues of historic trees you favour we have options that will suit from the craters to the coast.

EXPERIENCES NOT TO BE MISSED

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12 Apostles at dusk & dawn

Got sunrise and sunset at the 12 Apostles on your bucketlist? Stay close, get up early and plan your viewing times along on of the world's most spectacular coastlines.

12 Apostles Gourmet Trail

From ice-cream to cheese, whisky to beer, berries, chocolate and fudge; the 12 Apostles Gourmet Trail provides something for everybody's taste buds!

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Into the wild!

Explore beyond the 12 Apostles and discover hidden bays and lesser travelled coastal tracks. From sandy beaches to cliff top views, an opportunity not to be missed!

PLAN YOUR VISIT

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Choose your own adventure

There are so many great things to see in the region or on your way to the 12 Apostles - why not try something different?

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Suggested Itineraries

Some people spend a day in the region - we think you really need a month! We have some ideas for the best things to see around the 12 Apostles in 3, 5 or 7 days.

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Try something different

There is so much more to the 12 Apostles & Hinterland than most people realise. Get active in natures playground!

SEE A LITTLE BIT MORE

Port Campbell Discovery Walk

An option for those who want to experience some beautiful and dramatic coastal scenery on foot, the Port Campbell Discovery Walk provides an easy option.

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Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail

Take to the pedals and enjoy the majestic open spaces of the hinterland at a slower pace and breath in the fresh, country air.

Bay of Islands

The Bay of Islands is less visited but some say just as spectacular as the 12 Apostles themselves. These larger monoliths near Peterborough shouldn't be missed.

Let the adventure begin!

Book with us and wake up here! Need more information? call 1300 137 255 or email: pcvic@corangamite.vic.gov.au

Stay an extra day

Discover the Great Ocean Walk

Discover some of Australia's most scenic coastal walking trails, explore towering sea cliffs and tranquil bays. Carefully select manageable sections of trail, or uncover every inch of the 8 day, 104km hike.

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Plan your Day

A suite of diverse adventures awaits those with the spirit to explore. Follow some of the day itineraries to discover the secrets of the coast, craters, lakes and villages surrounding the Twelve Apostles.

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Meet Local Artists

Bold landscapes fuel intense artistic vision. Discover the new wave of musicians, authors, weavers, painters, glass workers, photographers and sculptors inspired by the dramatic vistas of land, sea, lake and river.

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Fabulous Family Fun

Bring your family to play in nature's greatest theme park. Navigate for hidden treasures, explore the night's sky, meet the local wildlife, learn to read history in rocks and use your detective skills to uncover the secrets of our southern landscape.

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Get in touch with the region's history

Ancient in design and dramatic in form. Visit a region shaped by water and fire, creating the towering sea stacks and volcanic lakes and craters. Learn about the indigenous and early settlers who evolved with the dynamic landscape.

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Spot the local Wildlife

At sea, you may spot migrating whales, fur seals and penguins. On land, hop along with kangaroos, koalas, emus, echidnas and reptiles. And in the air, it's mutton birds, pelicans, and rufous bristlebird. Come, join and appreciate the locals around the Twelve Apostles.

Explore, indulge & capture the memory

SIGHT SEEING

REDISCOVER THE 12 APOSTLES COAST & HINTERLAND FROM PORT CAMPBELL

If you have been looking for the perfect weekend getaway, filled with picturesque landscapes, bucket list destinations, outdoor adventures and delicious local food,...

SIGHT SEEING

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL ON THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD

Visitors flock to the Great Ocean Road for many reasons; breathtaking views, world heritage sites, gourmet food, adventure and more.

SIGHT SEEING

WAKE UP TO THE ICONIC 12 APOSTLES COAST & HINTERLAND

The 12 Apostles Coast and Hinterland makes for a perfect destination to spend a few days to create some real memories and fall...

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ANCIENT VIEWS: OUR VOLCANIC LAKES & PLAINS

“The unique volcanic landscape in south-western Victoria was most likely formed from about two million years ago, when lava flowed from many vents.

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VOLCANIC LAKES AND PLAINS

THE GREAT OUTDOORS IS CALLING

The Great Outdoors is calling - discover it in the Volcanic Lakes and Plains.
Step up to some of our favourite lookouts in the region and find your way to all of them with our interactive map.

VOLCANIC LAKES AND PLAINS

DREAMING OF SCOTLAND? TREK VICTORIA'S VOLCANIC LAKES + PLAINS

With a winter carpet of emerald green, morning mist on sapphire lakes, hill walking and charming historic towns you could be forgiven for thinking you had woken up in England's lakes district or the Scottish borders!

We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the region, their cultures
and traditions, and their connections to its lands and waters.
We pay our respects to their Elders - past, present and future - and acknowledge the
important role Aboriginal people continue to play in the region.

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