Trail Navigator Blog

Category: Otways

  • Apollo Bay to Shelly Beach Walk

    Apollo Bay to Shelly Beach Walk

    We visited Apollo Bay for the Melbourne Cup long weekend. On Monday we decided to walk to Shelly Beach. We started right from our Airbnb place at Apollo Bay. We walked on the Great Ocean Walk trail along the Great Ocean Road first. After crossing the Barham River we went down to the beach. We…

  • Maits Rest Rainforest Walk

    Maits Rest Rainforest Walk

    A Beautiful Quick Pit Stop Along the Great Ocean Road! With so many beautiful things to see along the Great Ocean Road it can be challenging to decide what to see and where to spend your time especially if you only have a few days. That was certainly my experience when my wife and I…

  • The Breathtaking Canyon Trail

    Nestled within the enchanted landscapes of Lorne, Australia, amidst Henderson, Phantom and Won Wondah waterfalls, hides the Canyon trail! And, she is not to be missed! Arriving at the Sheoak picnic area, approx. 2hrs from Melbourne CBD on a sunny Sunday, I was surprised to see a large parking area with only 3-4 cars parked.…

  • A Coastal Odyssey: My Adventure to the 12 Apostles

    A Coastal Odyssey: My Adventure to the 12 Apostles

    I recently checked a major item off my bucket list – a trek to the iconic 12 Apostles along the mesmerising Great Ocean Road. Strap in for the ride as I spill the details of this coastal escapade that left me in absolute awe. Spoiler alert: nature’s wonders are even more breathtaking up close! Chapter…

  • Great Ocean Walk Day 6 – Devils Kitchen to the 12 Apostles

    Great Ocean Walk Day 6 – Devils Kitchen to the 12 Apostles

    First, I would like to acknowledge both the Eastern Maar peoples and the Wadawurrung peoples of the Kulin Nations as the traditional owners of the Great Otway National Park. I want to pay my respects to the past, present and any Indigenous people among us today. I also want to acknowledge that I have profited…

  • Great Ocean Walk Day 5 – Ryans Den to Devils Kitchen

    Great Ocean Walk Day 5 – Ryans Den to Devils Kitchen

    First, I would like to acknowledge both the Eastern Maar peoples and the Wadawurrung peoples of the Kulin Nations as the traditional owners of the Great Otway National Park. I want to pay my respects to the past, present and any Indigenous people among us today. I also want to acknowledge that I have profited…

  • Great Ocean Walk Day 4 – Aire River to Ryans Den

    Great Ocean Walk Day 4 – Aire River to Ryans Den

    First, I would like to acknowledge both the Eastern Maar peoples and the Wadawurrung peoples of the Kulin Nations as the traditional owners of the Great Otway National Park. I want to pay my respects to the past, present and any Indigenous people among us today. I also want to acknowledge that I have profited…

  • Great Ocean Walk Day 3 – Cape Otway to Aire River

    Great Ocean Walk Day 3 – Cape Otway to Aire River

    First, I would like to acknowledge both the Eastern Maar peoples and the Wadawurrung peoples of the Kulin Nations as the traditional owners of the Great Otway National Park. I want to pay my respects to the past, present and any Indigenous people among us today. I also want to acknowledge that I have profited…

  • Great Ocean Walk Day 2 – Elliot Ridge to Cape Otway

    Great Ocean Walk Day 2 – Elliot Ridge to Cape Otway

    First, I would like to acknowledge both the Eastern Maar peoples and the Wadawurrung peoples of the Kulin Nations as the traditional owners of the Great Otway National Park. I want to pay my respects to the past, present and any Indigenous people among us today. I also want to acknowledge that I have profited…

  • Reliving Nineteenth Century with the Lightstation’s Keeper: Cape Otway

    With stunning views of the vast ocean, vibrant green landscapes and thriving wildlife, Cape Otway has a lot up its sleeve to offer a seeker and a traveller.  As I stepped onto the trail leading to Cape Otway Lighthouse, it already felt as if I had embarked on a voyage through time, following in the…