Melbourne Trip Overview
Discovering the Great Ocean Road by land and by air is the ultimate way to experience one of the world’s most incredible coastlines.
Spot mobs of kangaroos basking in the morning sun before arriving at Split-Point Lighthouse for a morning tea with panoramic views.
Travel past carved cliffs, windswept beaches to the seaside hamlet of Kennet River, where you can see colourful native parrots and observe koalas.
Enjoy lunch of fresh seafood and regional produce in the popular coastal village of Apollo Bay.
The highlight of the day – the rugged splendour of the Twelve Apostles. Stroll the cliff-edge boardwalk for the perfect vantage point.
Venture on to Loch Ard Gorge – one of the most dramatically beautiful beaches in Australia.
Board a private helicopter for a scenic 75-minute flight that follows the dramatic coastline from above, before a breathtaking landing on the Yarra River in the very heart of Melbourne.
Additional Info
Duration: 9 to 10 hours
Starts: Melbourne, Australia
Trip Category: Air, Helicopter & Balloon Tours >> Helicopter Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Discovering the Great Ocean Road by land and by air is the ultimate way to experience one of the world’s most incredible coastlines.
Spot mobs of kangaroos basking in the morning sun before arriving at Split-Point Lighthouse for a morning tea with panoramic views.
Travel past carved cliffs, windswept beaches to the seaside hamlet of Kennet River, where you can see colourful native parrots and observe koalas.
Enjoy lunch of fresh seafood and regional produce in the popular coastal village of Apollo Bay.
The highlight of the day – the rugged splendour of the Twelve Apostles. Stroll the cliff-edge boardwalk for the perfect vantage point.
Venture on to Loch Ard Gorge – one of the most dramatically beautiful beaches in Australia.
Board a private helicopter for a scenic 75-minute flight that follows the dramatic coastline from above, before a breathtaking landing on the Yarra River in the very heart of Melbourne.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Bells Beach, 86 km (53 mi) SW of Melbourne; 25 km (16 mi) S of Geelong; 5 km (3 mi) SW of Torquay, Torquay, Victoria 3228 Australia
Your journey begins at Bells Beach – Australia’s celebrated surfing mecca and home to the world’s oldest and most prestigious surfing event, The Rip Curl Pro.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Split Point Lighthouse, Federal St, Aireys Inlet, Victoria 3231 Australia
Spot mobs of lazy kangaroos basking in the morning sun and pass through seaside towns before arriving at Split-Point Lighthouse for a morning tea with panoramic views on the cliff-top.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway, Great Ocean Rd 689/721 Great Ocean Rd, Lorne, Victoria Australia
Break for a photo at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kennet River Koala Walk, Grey River Road, Kennett River, Victoria 3234 Australia
Get up close to colourful native parrots and observe wild koalas dozing in gum trees.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre, 100 Great Ocean Rd, Apollo Bay VIC 3233, Australia
Explore the coastal town of Apollo Bay and enjoy lunch overlooking the ocean.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Loch Ard Gorge, Great Ocean Road Port Campbell National Park, Victoria 3269 Australia
Venture on to Loch Ard Gorge – one of the most dramatically beautiful beaches in Australia – and discover tales of tragedy and heroism at the site where the Victorian-era clipper famously sunk in 1878.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road, Port Campbell, Victoria 3269 Australia
The dramatic coastline of the Shipwreck Coast brings you to the highlight of the day – the rugged splendour of the Twelve Apostles. Stroll the cliff-edge boardwalk for the perfect vantage point to see these magnificent limestone stacks rise majestically from the Southern Ocean.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Microflite – Melbourne Heliport, 2A Spencer St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
After an invigorating day touring the Great Ocean Road from the land, board a private helicopter for a scenic 75-minute flight that follows the dramatic coastline from above, before a breathtaking landing on the Yarra River in the very heart of Melbourne.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
