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The Great Ocean Road is packed full of natural wonders. As you weave through the coastal scenery, you’ll find plenty of lookouts, stunning views, and impressive waterfalls – one of which is MacKenzie Falls. This cascading waterfall sits in the heart of the Grampians, surrounded by sprawling landscapes and incredible wildlife. It is known as one of the best waterfalls in the region, and can be found around a 30-minute drive from Halls Gap along the picturesque Mount Victory Road. When you arrive at MacKenzie Falls, you’re greeted by a small kiosk serving cold drinks and ice creams – perfect […]

The Great Ocean Road is one of Australia’s biggest tourist attractions. Set just outside of Melbourne, it offers fantastic scenery that encompasses lush rainforest, wild cliffs, and beautiful beaches. Along the route, there are plenty of top attractions to see, including the Twelve Apostles and numerous other natural wonders. It’s not just natural wonders and incredible sights, though. This part of Australia is famed for its active adventures, like surfing. In fact, this stretch of coastline is one of the most prominent surf spots in the world, playing host to a number of key surfing events throughout the year and […]

Echidnas are small creatures native to Australia, Tasmania, and New Guinea, and can be found along the Great Ocean Road amongst other parts of the country. Named after Echidna, a Greek mythological creature who had half the body of a woman and half the body of a snake, the echidna has many of the same qualities as both a mammal and a reptile. First of all, it has spines like a porcupine, a pouch like a kangaroo – another of Australia’s native critters – and lays eggs like a reptile. And, if we’re getting specific, it also has a beak […]

The Great Ocean Road is one of Australia’s best loved tourist destinations. Its wild coastline promises surreal sea views, impressive cliff faces, and a range of environments, from lush rainforests to sprawling beaches. But it’s not just the landscape that draws in visitors. In fact, the prospect of incredible wildlife sightings is one of the biggest draws to the region. Not only can you spot native creatures in their natural habitat, but you can catch a glimpse of some of Australia’s most mesmerising creatures. Between the months of May and October, nearby Southern Right Whales return to Logan’s Beach to […]

Chocolate lovers will definitely want to make a pit stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie. This sweet haven is the brainchild of Ian and Leanna Neeland, two passionate foodies who have come together to share their love of chocolate with Australia. At the chocolaterie, you can tuck into mouth-watering truffles and unique chocolate flavours, as well as try some of the homemade ice cream that’s also on offer. While wondering around, master chocolatiers make the delicious sweet treats and you can watch them from the very start to the finish, where they hand pack their goods in charming packaging. […]

The Great Ocean Road is packed full of charming towns and seaside resorts, and Ocean Grove is one of them. Set along the Bellarine Peninsula, it promises visitors spectacular scenery and a laidback, beachfront lifestyle that’s so typical of this part of Australia. The History of Ocean Grove Ocean Grove began its life on a different continent. In 1869, a group of American Methodists set up a religious camp community on the edge of New Jersey in a place called Ocean Grove. The camp became incredibly successful; so successful, in fact, that the community decided to spread their wings overseas […]

The areas surrounding the Great Ocean Road are thick with lush rainforest and plenty of hiking trails to explore. As you go, you can look out for native wildlife, ancient plant life, and spectacular scenery while learning more about the creatures and their habitats. Maits Rest can be found in the heart of the beautiful Otway Ranges near Apollo Bay along the Great Ocean Road. It is an 800m circular walk that takes you through the temperate rainforest and exposes you to some of the region’s most spectacular scenery. Forming part of the Otway Ranges National Park, Maits Rest sits […]

Victoria is packed full of spectacular landscapes, and the mesmerising scenery of the Grampians National Park is no different. Here, you can experience incredible views, a glut of magical waterfalls, and walk through rugged landscapes that stretch out between cellar doors and picturesque restaurants. There’s a bit of something for everyone at this natural spot, but the waterfalls prove to be a popular stop off point for visitors. Promising gushing cascades of water, pretty rock pools, and stunning views from lookouts, they bring the essence of the Grampians to life. 1. McKenzie Falls McKenzie Falls is one of the most […]

Set along the picturesque expanse of the Great Ocean Road, London Bridge is one of the more popular sights for visitors in the area. Now, the natural structure is known as London Arch, after the middle collapsed in 1990 and left it looking more like an archway than a bridge. You can find London Arch in the Port Campbell National Park, where there are plenty of natural structures and wildlife to discover. How London Arch Was Formed London Arch is a stack that has been worn down by steady erosion over hundreds of years. Up until 1990, it was a […]

Australia is famed for its eclectic selection of wildlife, much of which is endemic to the country – we’re talking kangaroos, emus, wallabies, wombats and the like. And koalas. Koalas are an iconic image of Australia, with plenty of people travelling to the country with the dream of seeing them in real life or, even better, cuddling up to them. At the Kennett River, you can do just this. In the small hamlet of the river, you’ll find a spot that’s perfect for catching a glimpse of these cute critters. Once you turn into Grey River Road, you’ll be able […]