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Otway Estate - Barongarook  

If you have an obsession with fine wine, refreshing ales, food and art, all in a relaxed atmosphere, then look no further than Otway Estate. Situated in the beautiful Otway Hinterland, Otway Estate produces a liquid to quench any thirst, from our fin ...

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12 Apostles Helicopters - Port Campbell  

Join us for a breathtaking flight over the most beautiful scenery in Australia. Perhaps a journey over the 12 Apostles, a flight to the Bay of Islands via London Bridge, or take in the beauty of the entire Shipwreck Coast all the way to the Cape Otwa ...

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A Taste of the Region - Winchelsea Larder - Winchelsea  

A Taste of the Region specialises in the gourmet regional food and wine of Southwest Victoria. Sourced from farmer's markets, wineries, breweries and small-scale producers between Geelong & Warnambool and south of Ballarat, we collect together for yo ...

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Anglesea Surf Lifesaving Club Cafe - Anglesea  

The ASLSC clubhouse overlooks the main Anglesea beach and has one of the most spectacular views along the Great Ocean Road and Surf Coast. The Club Cafe operates out of the Ray Marsh room over the summer months (End of December to Australia Day l ...

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Australian Skydive - Torquay  

Australian Skydive is a leading skydive operator. We operate out of both Torquay Bells Beach and Bridgewater on Loddon. Tandem skydive at Torquay over Bells beach from 10,000 feet, with a 35 second freefall and 5 minute canopy ride. The view will be ...

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Barwon Park - Winchelsea  

Visitors to Barwon Park are rewarded with a vision from the past.... Built in 1869 for Thomas & Elizabeth Austin, Barwon Park was once one of Australia's grandest mansions. Barwon Park is a majestic 42 room bluestone estate that features a magnif ...

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Bay of Islands Coastal Park - Peterborough  

Bay of Islands Coastal Park stretches from Peterborough almost to Warrnambool in a 32 kilometres long narrow strip. The park has spectacular ocean views and many other memorable features. It protects a variety of rare and threatened flora and fauna s ...

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Bells Beach - Torquay  

Torquay has the best of both worlds with its beaches — protected family beaches, plus the action of the surging surf. Nearby Jan Juc is a little 'wilder'. Bells Beach is next stop on the coast where the big swells are definitely for experienced sur ...

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Brown Magpie Wines - Modewarre  

Brown Magpie Wines is located in the picturesque hinterland of the Surf Coast and Great Ocean Road, 15 minutes inland from Anglesea and Torquay, and 25 minutes south west of Geelong. Shane and Loretta Breheny selected the property specifically fo ...

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Cape Nelson State Park - Portland  

Spectacular coastal cliffs, diverse bird life, picturesque walks and picnic areas, and the unusual Soap Mallee (Eucalyptus diversifolia) which is restricted to Cape Nelson in Victoria, are some of the attractions for visitors to the 243 hectares Cape ...

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Crawford River Regional Park - Hotspur  

Things to see and do * Pleasure driving along 'The Boulevard', which follows the northern bank of the river, through forests of Brown Stringybark, Manna Gum and lush tree-fern lined gullies, is a beautiful way to discover the Park. * Camping at H ...

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Dinny Goonan Family Estate - Bambra  

Dinny Goonan Family Estate is one of a handful of families pioneering grape and wine production in the Otway hinterland. Our wines have won numerous awards since the first commercial release in 2001. Our vineyard and cellar door are convenientl ...

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Discovery Bay Coastal Park - Cape Bridgewater  

Discovery Bay Coastal Park is a majestic 50 km sweep of ocean beach, huge dunes, Aboriginal middens and coastal lakes. Things to Do * Attractions include freshwater lakes, massive dune systems, magnificent coastal cliffs, volcanic features and ...

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Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary - Aireys Inlet  

Things to Do On calm day, a snorkel around the rocks can be very rewarding. The Marine Sanctuary is also popular for recreational diving with a diverse range of fish species present. Heritage The area of the Marine Sanctuary is inter-rela ...

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Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village & Shipwrecked Sound and Laser Show - Warrnambool  

By Day - Flagstaff Hill Flagstaff Hill's is a maritime village built around the state heritage Lighthouse precinct on 10 acres, reflecting the rich maritime atmosphere of an 1870's coastal port. Flagstaff Hill is the ideal starting point to disco ...

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Great Ocean Walk - Apollo Bay  

The Great Ocean Walk is a 91-kilometre trail that winds its way along Victoria's spectacular south-west coast. Join the track at one of the many access points, and set out on a short, day or overnight walk between the resort town of Apollo Bay and Gl ...

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Great Otway National Park - Lorne  

This park represents all that is special about the Otways: the tall wet forests, ancient rainforests, the drier forests of the inland slopes and the very diverse heathlands and woodlands, fringed by a spectacularly rugged coastline and studded with s ...

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Great Southern Touring Route - Torquay  

Travelling from Melbourne to Adelaide is one of Australia's great driving journeys. Travel one of the world's most scenic roads through an extended area that includes the world-famous Twelve Apostles, the Otways rainforest, Bells Beach on the Surf Co ...

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Kennet River - Kennett River  

Located on the Great Ocean Road 167 kilometres from Melbourne, Kennett River is a great place to see kangaroos, king parrots or to catch sight of a koala in the forest behind the town or at nearby Grey River reserve. Head to the beach, which is patro ...

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Lorne Pier - Lorne  

The pretty seaside town of Lorne has great fishing from its pier, with mullet, garfish and trevally popular catches, along with Australian salmon, barracouta and delicious calamari. Day and night the pier is lined with fisherfolk and families trying ...

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Lower Glenelg National Park - Winnap  

Lower Glenelg National Park, 27,300 hectares in area, is situated in the south-western corner of Victoria. The Glenelg River is the central feature. Along the last part of its winding 400 kilometre path to the sea the river has carved a spectacular g ...

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Marengo Reefs Marine Sanctuary - Marengo  

The sandstone reefs that are within the Marine Sanctuary are known as Little Henty Reefs and are about 80 metres offshore from the beach. Both reefs are clearly visible at low tide and at high tide the tops are still visible. Due to the location ...

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Mount Eccles National Park - Macarthur  

Mount Eccles National Park, 6120 ha in size, stands at the western edge of the volcanic plains that stretch from Melbourne to Port Fairy, extending northwards to Hamilton and Ararat. Beginning about 20,000 years ago, volcanic eruptions opened the ear ...

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Mount Richmond National Park - Gorae West  

Mount Richmond is an extinct volcano surrounded by low, flat land. The volcano is covered with a layer of sand blown inland long ago from Discovery Bay. Forest, open heath and scattered swamps cover the park, which is noted for its flora and fauna. ...

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Otway Fly Treetop Walk - Beech Forest  

Fancy a walk at bird's eye level? The Otway Fly Treetop Walk and Cafe in Victoria's magnificent Otways will provide visitors with this unique opportunity. The Fly itself is the longest and tallest elevated walk of its kind in the world. It varies ...

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Point Addis Marine National Park - Anglesea  

The waves are a major part of this environment and shape the coastal landforms as well as the animals and plants that live in the area. The Point Addis Marine National Park also includes the world famous Bells Beach, a beach noted for its waves a ...

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Point Danger Marine Sanctuary - Torquay  

As well as containing a typically high invertebrate diversity associated with limestone reefs in Victoria, about 20% of the 96 species of sea slugs (opisthobranchs) recorded from this site have not yet been scientifically described. Things to Do ...

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Port Campbell National Park - Port Campbell  

Famous for the Twelve Apostles and historic shipwrecks, Port Campbell National Park contains the most significant areas of vegetation and fauna native to south-western Victoria. The diverse range of coastal environments includes woodlands, dunes, wet ...

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Port Fairy Day Spa - Port Fairy  

Experienced Staff, perfect location and exceptional facilities ensure your time at the Port Fairy Day Spa will be of total indulgence and bliss. Our five star day spa features an indoor heated saltwater pool with hydrotherapy massage jets, dual g ...

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Portland Maritime Discovery Centre - Portland  

Step inside the rib cage of our Sperm Whale skeleton. Unfold the history of Victoria's birthplace through Portland's images of the past. Explore treasures from the shipwreck trail. Discovery your links with the sea. Unfold a wealth of activities avai ...

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Portland Powerhouse Motor and Car Museum - Portland  

Motor car and motor museum contains 30 motor cars and many engines to view. There is a sectioned grey Holden motor attached to an electric motor and pushbutton. A sectioned "Wankel" Rotary motor is also on display and connected to an electric motor a ...

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Seals By Sea Tours - Portland  

Seals by Sea Tours at Cape Bridgewater, 20 kilometres west of Portland, is a world class tour. It is an exciting boat charter which takes up to 11 passengers to the largest mainland seal colony in Australia. See up to 1000 Australian and New Zeal ...

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Split Point Lighthouse Tours Aireys Inlet - Aireys Inlet  

You'll spot her as you travel the Great Ocean Road. To locals and fans afar she is affectionately known as 'The White Queen'. Don't just wonder as you drive by - yes, you can join a guided tour, which will take about 45 minutes of your time. O ...

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Surf World Surfing Museum Torquay - Torquay  

Surf World is where surfing lives. The world s largest surfing and beach culture museum which houses the Australian Surfing Hall Of Fame as part of its comprehensive surfing displays. Surf World is recognised as one of The most significant centres o ...

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Surfworld - Torquay  

The Surf World Museum brings the stories of surfers and the sport of surfing to life with it's range of exhibitions and interactive displays. It is the world's largest surf museum and covers the past, present and future of surfing. Located in Sur ...

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The Arches Marine Sanctuary - Port Campbell  

To the south of Port Campbell, offshore in 20 metres of water, the limestone seafloor breaks up into a series of amazing canyons, arches and tunnels that are locally known as 'The Arches'. This area is typical of the southwest Victorian coast and exp ...

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The Otways - Apollo Bay  

Some of Australia's best rainforest scenery can be found in the Otway Ranges, located behind Lorne and Apollo Bay along the Great Ocean Road. Walk among enormous trees and giant tree ferns at Maits Rest, see ancient and intricate plant life, lush fer ...

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Timboon Railway Shed Distillery - Timboon  

The Timboon Railway Shed Distillery is just 15 minutes from The Great Ocean Road, The 12 Apostles and Port Campbell. The building has been sensitively restored to achieve both a modern and rustic ambience. A 600lt copper pot still bubbles away in ...

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Tower Hill State Game Reserve - Tower Hill  

Things to Do There are five self-guided walks at Tower Hill, each with a different theme. * Peak Climb (orientation and geology - 30 mins, steep) * Lava Tongue Boardwalk (wetlands - 30 mins, easy) * Hat Island Habitat Track (revegetation - ...

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Tower Hill State Reserve - Tower Hill  

Tower Hill State Game Reserve sits inside an extinct volcano and is a haven for wildlife and water birds. There are over 200 kangaroos and koalas in this tiny crater-bound eco system, many living around the visitor car park, as well as kangaroos, emu ...

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Twelve Apostles Marine National Park - Port Campbell  

Located seven kilometres east of Port Campbell, the Twelve Apostles Marine National Park is Victoria's second largest Marine National Park and covers 7,500 hectares along approximately 17 kilometres of coastline. The park extends out from the renowne ...

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Whale Watching - Warrnambool  

Warrnambool is known as Victoria's southern right whale nursery. Most years between June and September, female southern right whales return to the waters of Logans Beach near Warrnambool to calve. The whales often swim within 100 metres of the shore ...

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Wye Beach Hotel - Wye River  

Some of the best coastal views in Australia can be had at the Wye Beach Hotel, a welcoming Aussie pub on the Great Ocean Road where meeting the locals is easy. Situated between the bustling seaside towns of Lorne and Apollo Bay, the Wye Beach Hot ...

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