How long does it take to walk the Great Ocean Road?
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The Great Ocean Walk is a one-way, long-distance walk extending just over 110km. This once-in-a-lifetime hike will take you eight days. Start at Apollo Bay, passing through Great Otway National Park and Port Campbell National Park on the way. You’ll conclude your journey at the world-famous Twelve Apostles.
What should I wear to the Great Ocean Road?
Clothes that you can layer for warmth are always the best choice and a long sleeve shirt with a collar is perfect to protect from the sun and wind. Swimming costume/bathers are handy too if you want to pop in for a swim in the designated swimming areas.
What should I pack for the Great Ocean Walk?
EQUIPMENT.
- WALKING BOOTS. Yes we do say boots rather than outdoor trainers / trail shoes for a number of reasons (this is a question that gets asked frequently).
- WALKING POLES.
- WATERPROOF JACKET & PANTS.
- FIRST AID KIT.
- SUN & WEATHER PROTECTION.
- YOUR BACKPACK.
- SUGGESTED PACKED ITEMS.
- GWOW INSPIRATION.
How to get to Great Ocean Road?
Port Campell to Warrnambool. There are more fantastic rock stacks to stop and admire on this section of the Great Ocean Road drive.
Where does the Great Ocean Road start and finish?
Where does the Great Ocean Road start and finish? The Great Ocean Road starts in Torquay, 104 kilometres (90 minutes drive) from Melbourne. It finishes in Allansford, near Warrnambool. There are inland roads that have been constructed in the last century that get commuters to and from the coast, but the Great Ocean Road is by far the most picturesque and definitely the most fun.
What to do along the Great Ocean Road?
Types of Campsites on the Great Ocean Road.
How to drive the Great Ocean Road?
Plan your route+Book Accommodation in Advance From the attractions you want to see,to the towns you plan to stop in and the places you hope to stay.