Apollo Bay
Located at the foothills of the Otways and in the heart of the Great Ocean Road region, the beach is a focus for activity all year round. Swim in the clear water, sea kayak with local seals, indulge in some deep-sea fishing, learn to surf, or horse ride along the beach at sunset.
Fishing is an important local industry and seafood is always on the menu at the local cafés and restaurants. For great views try Chris's at Beacon Point high in the hills overlooking the sea. Shop for art and curios in the many gift shops, galleries and tea houses and peruse the regular Saturday foreshore market for local crafts and produce.
Head into the Otways to find mainland Australia's oldest lighthouse. Explore nearby forest and waterfall walks or enjoy an exhilarating ride through the ranges on a mountain bike. Take a treetop walk along the Otway Fly and enjoy a bird's eye view of the spectacular Otways rainforest.
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Drive the famous Great Ocean Road and experience one of the worlds most breathtaking coastal drives.
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Have fun in the water, ride a horse along the beach, or take a helicopter flight over the Twelve Apostles.
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Take in some of Victoria's most spectacular coastline on the Great Ocean Walk.
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Visit these icon's of the Great Ocean Road, majestic rock stacks towering above the Southern Ocean.
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See some of Australia's best rainforest scenery and spectacular waterfalls in the nearby Otway Ranges.
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See an amazing array of wildlife in their natural habitat, from koalas and kangaroos to glow worms.
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Events
- Apollo Bay Show & Food and Wine Festival - January
- Otway Odyssey Mountain Bike Event - February
- Great Ocean Sports Festival - February
- Apollo Bay Music Festival - March
- Victorian Surf Life-Saving Championships - March
- Great Ocean Road Marathon - May
How to get there
Apollo Bay is located 195 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, a scenic 3½ hour drive by car via the Great Ocean Road. A recommended shorter alternative route is via Forrest and Birregurra, which takes just under 3 hours. Daily coach services are available from Melbourne or rail/coach services via Geelong.
