Exploring the Finest of Nature along the Great Ocean Road

Nature has endowed the World with so much in terms of tourist attractions. There are diverse tourists’ sites all over the world; different and special in their own way; captivating and at times awe inspiring. It almost seems there is no end to the wonders and beauty nature has afforded mankind. Many people are now going on vacations in different parts of the world to explore the diversity that nature has to offer. For us, and just a few hours’ drive from Melbourne, is the stunning coastal scenery along the Great Ocean Road with rolling green hills, some rocky cliffs, waterfalls, river inlets and road access to the forested hinterland. This area is truly one of nature’s gifts to mankind. There are many special locations with their own unique history, like the small coastal village of Wongarra – just 20 minutes on the Approach side of Apollo Bay. A small farming community established in the 19th century with its own beach access, the sheltered Onion Bay and Carisbrook Falls. It is a location of solitude with uninterrupted and pristine ocean outlooks with its own Whitecrest resort. The quiet town of Apollo Bay is where all the eateries and other entertainment lie. It too has a beautiful backdrop of rolling green hills and access to all the major attractions along the Great Ocean Road. The sites and scenes of this very unique tourist area are diverse. There are the Otway ranges where you can find access to a most pristine rainforest. Taking a stroll amidst the tall trees and giant tree ferns; the ancient plant life as well as lush ferns and mosses expose you to unique wonders and beauty of nature. For those who want to ‘touch’ a little history, you can visit Australia’s oldest lighthouse at Cape Otway. Alternatively, you might prefer to catch an aerial view of the rainforest by walking along the Otway fly. For lovers of the outdoors, for families, Apollo bay offers much all year round courtesy of its fine natural surrounds. Many tourists come just for the fun at the beach, others for the festivals, some for the total escape. There is fishing, sailing and golf, all available as activities to tourists. Finding the best Apollo bay accommodation helps you explore more and keeps you closer to the fun. The Great Ocean Road is World renowned and stretches about 300 km along the South East coast of Victoria. Many tourists drive The Road to view the Great Southern Ocean, look across Bass Strait and experience what the hinterland has to offer: the rainforest, river estuaries, stunning headlands and the boutique eateries, wineries and one brewery. One of the most alluring destinations along Great Ocean Road is the 12 apostles; large rocks stacks that have been there, unchanged, for millions of years. At the start of The Road, there is the Geelong township, its waterfront and many other attractions – gardens, eateries and landscapes. There are loads of other exciting places to discover; not forgetting the outdoor activities. To explore and get a better experience, you may decide to stay at great ocean road resorts. These resorts offer the best services in terms of luxury accommodation and relaxation. They also give you the opportunity to pause for a closer and better experience of this world renowned area.