Great Ocean Road by Campervan from Melbourne

Quick summary: The Great Ocean Road is Victoria’s signature campervan route. Torquay, around an hour from Melbourne, marks the start, with Bells Beach nearby. The road then winds past seaside towns and the Otways rainforest to the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, finishing near Warrnambool. Allow several days, drive the winding sections slowly, and use pull-outs to let faster traffic pass.

At a glance
Start	Torquay, around an hour from Melbourne
Surf	Bells Beach
Rainforest	The Otways
Highlights	Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge
Finish	Near Warrnambool
Tours	Great Ocean Road tours

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How long should you allow for the Great Ocean Road?

At least three days to enjoy the stops, more if you’re walking or watching wildlife.

What should you see?

Stop	What to expect
Torquay and Bells Beach	Surf culture
The Otways	Rainforest and waterfalls
Twelve Apostles	Limestone stacks
Loch Ard Gorge	Shipwreck history

How should an RV handle the winding sections of the Great Ocean Road?

Slowly. Use the pull-outs to let faster vehicles pass, and stop only in designated areas.

Where can you see wildlife?

Koalas in the Otways and coastal wildlife along the route. See wildlife tours.

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