Why we Love a Groovy Grape Grampians Great Ocean Road Tour

The best way to Melbourne, via the Grampians National Park and the spectacular Great Ocean Road. There is so much to see and spot on this 3 day tour starting with the Pinnacle Peak Hike in the Grampians, wildlife spotting, aboriginal culture and the classic Twelve Apostles selfie.

This is a three day tour to die for, especially if you want to travel with adventurous like minded travellers. Groovy Grapes awesome guides will lead the way making this Groovy Grape Great Ocean Road tour a must.

The price tag is all inclusive, sign up and let’s go!

Your 3 day tour will include the following highlights;

• Pinnacle Peak Hike in Grampians National Park
• Mackenzie Waterfalls
• Visit a 30,000 year old Volcano
• Visit Loch Ard Gorge, Bay of Martyrs and London Bridge
• Sunset at theTwelve Apostles
• Rainforest Walks in the Great Otway National Park
• Spotting Koalas in the wild
• Stunning Scenery along the Great Ocean Road

☆ Travel in Reverse ☆
Start this trip in Melbourne ⇢ Groovy Grape Great Ocean Road

Who travels on this Groovy Grape Grampians Great Ocean Road Adventure:

Groovy Grape tours attract a travellers ranging from the ages of 18 to 35 years old. More than 80% come from the UK and Europe.
However, we know that adventure is in everyone, and we welcome travellers from all over the world and of all ages.

• Average age: 18 to 35 years
• Recommended age group: 17 to 75 years
• Minimum age: 10 years
• Fitness: Medium walks and physical activities

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Departs/Arrives:

• Departs Adelaide:
  – Every Tuesday and Saturday
  – Pick-up Adelaide City at 6:45am
• Arrives Melbourne:
  – Drop-off in the city at approximately 7pm

Awonga Cottages

1st night of on your Groovy Grape Grampians Great Ocean Road tour departing Adelaide.

Location:
Right in the heart of the Grampians. Nestled in high country town of Halls Gap, surrounded by towering gum trees and feeding kangaroos it is the perfect place to spend a night. Our accommodation are wooden cabins, each with their own kitchen and bathroom.

Accommodation Type:
Dorm-style accommodation.

Upgrades available on-request: 
Double, twin and single cabins are available at extra cost dependent on availability.

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The 13th Apostle Backpackers

2nd night of on your Groovy Grape Grampians Great Ocean Road tour departing Adelaide.

Location:
Just a ten minute drive from the 12 Apostles, our accommodation is located along the Great Ocean Road on the coastal town of Princetown, where there is only one road and a round-a-bout in the centre.  Across the road we have access to Princetown Tavern for a few beverages at night.

Accommodation Type:
Dorm-style accommodation.

Upgrades available on-request: 
Double, twin and single rooms are available at Princetown Tavern at extra cost dependent on availability.1st

What is included:

• Passionate and knowledgable Tour Guide
• All meals (2 breakfast, 3 lunches & 2 dinner)
• 2 nights dorm style accommodation
• All bed linen is provided at provided accommodation
• National Park entry fees

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What you need:

• Gripped sole walking shoes/trainers
• Suitable clothing for seasonal weather
• Windproof / waterproof jacket
• Swim wear and beach towel
• Hat and Sunglasses
• Sunscreen – please use Reef/Coral Safe option
• Water Bottle – please consider a Re-useable option
• Camera/Phone

Groovy Grape Grampians Great Ocean Road Tour itinerary:

Adelaide → Melbourne | Departs every Tuesday and Saturday

DAY 1

We escape the city and cruise through the scenic Adelaide Hills with a morning stop to grab a bite to eat and a coffee. We stop for lunch before entering Halls Gap, gateway to the famed Grampians National Park.

As we drive through the windy roads of the Grampians, spotting emus and kangaroos, we make our way to McKenzie Water Falls. Be amazed by the majesty and beauty of this waterfall and its surrounds.

At around dusk, when wildlife, such as wallabies, kangaroos, cockatoos and kookaburras, come out to play, we walk through rocky outcrops and forests to The Balconies, another stunning geological formation. After, you get the chance to view Boroka or Reeds Lookout as the sun goes down.

Tonight, we sleep in dormitory style accommodation in the heart of the Grampians.

DAY 2

After breakfast, we hike for 2 hours to The Pinnacle, the finest viewpoint in the Grampians. At the peak, we take in the surrounding scenery as the sun rises and your tour guide will point out the landmarks of the area. Before we depart this wondrous place, we visit the Brambuk Cultural Centre to learn about the local Aboriginal history.

For lunch, we stop somewhere truly spectacular: The Tower Hill Reserve, home to a dormant volcano which was once active over 30 thousand years ago, it has now transformed into a stunning wetland and lake eco-system, abundant with Australian wildlife.

DAY 3

We start our final day with an easy walk through the Great Otway National Park, which boasts some of the world’s oldest temperate rainforest.

Sections of the Great Ocean Road were carved through cliffs by servicemen returning after World War I, and offer some of the most impressive coastal roads you’ll ever see. You can take a quick dip in the ocean or explore the artistic beachside villages of Apollo Bay and Lorne. You can watch surfers in action at famed beaches such as Bells Beach and Torquay (home of the surf brand outlets Rip Curl and Quicksilver) before making our way to The Big City.. 

Notes:
Sometimes itineraries must be flexible due to road and weather conditions.
The hike to the Pinnacle is the most challenging walk on the tour through rough terrain, a reasonable level of fitness is required.

All inclusive seasonal pricing:

• Peak season months: September to May
• Off-peak season months: June to August

Additional Options:

• Twelve Apostles Helicopter Ride
• Private Room upgrade may be available at extra cost – please enquire

Luggage Information

• The maximum luggage allowed is 1x suitcase or backpack per person, plus a day pack (to take on board the bus for your camera, water bottle, sunscreen etc)
• The bus carries secure trailers with the bus for luggage storage.

Fitness Levels

• During the Great Ocean Road & Grampians tour we undertake hikes that are about 2-3 km. Travellers will need to keep a moderate pace during these hikes as we can be in remote destinations at times.
• The hike to the Pinnacle is the most challenging walk on the tour through rough terrain, a reasonable level of fitness is required.

Eco-Certification Awards

The following Eco-Accreditation from Eco Tourism Australia had been achieved.

• Eco Certified Ecotourism

Tourism in a natural area that focuses on optimal resources use, leaves minimal impact on the environment and offers interesting ways to learn about the environment with operators that use resources wisely, contribute to conserving the environment and help local communities.