Great Ocean Walk Highlights - 5 Days

After completing our first AusWalk, we cannot wait for our next. Our guides were simply wonderful and everything was so professionally organised. The walking experience, the scenery, the food and the accommodation were all beyond our expectations.

Apprehension & fears were mostly unnecessary, due to the great group of supportive people & a mixture of experienced & amiable guides. Luck with the weather, stunning views, beautiful beaches( although a bit tough trying to keep pace), good food & accommodation made the walk a great experience.

Fantastic trip. A physical challenge but what a sense of achievement... Logistics seamless, accommodation good quality and provided dinners etc excellent quality. the trip App was excellent. very helpful to chart progress and adjust walking speeds and rests. thoroughly recommend.

Walking itineraries was perfect for our walk from start to end. Entire walk went extremely well.

Just finished the 8 Day Great Ocean Walk with Auswalk with 6 days of actual hiking. The trail is absolutely spectacular and Auswalk have divided up the distance each day perfectly giving you plenty of time for a nice relaxed pace and rest stops along each leg to enjoy the views and stop for lunch. Auswalk is one of those rare businesses that promise a lot and deliver even more! Everything about this trip was exceptional including the accomodation, food and taxi services with Auswalk supporting many local businesses. Everything went very smoothly so that the whole experience was wonderful. A brilliant way to walk this trail but still enjoy the comforts of a very comfortable place to stay each night. A highlight was the four nights at Great Ocean Walk Retreat, not only luxurious accomodation but gourmet vegan meals provided by Jodie and Shane at Chi Medicinal Farm next door. Very reasonable pricing for the trip as well. I will definitely be arranging more adventures with Auswalk - highly, highly recommended!

Just finished the Great Ocean Walk with Auswalk. The trail is absolutely spectacular and Auswalk have divided up the distance each day perfectly giving you plenty of time for a nice relaxed pace and rest stops along each leg to enjoy the views and stop for lunch. Auswalk is one of those rare businesses that promise a lot and deliver even more! Everything about this trip was exceptional including the accomodation, food and taxi services with Auswalk supporting many local businesses. Everything went very smoothly so that the whole experience was wonderful. A brilliant way to walk this trail but still enjoy the comforts of a very comfortable place to stay each night. A highlight was the nights at Great Ocean Walk Retreat, not only luxurious accomodation but gourmet vegan meals provided by Jodie and Shane at Chi Medicinal Farm next door. Very reasonable pricing for the trip as well. I will definitely be arranging more adventures with Auswalk - highly, highly recommended!

Wow what a beautiful hike. The landscape and seascape are stunning. So much variety. I was lucky enough to see Koals, 2 were very close on the track; wallabies, loads of birds and 5 snakes...including a tiger snake. The trail had lots of ups and downs as well as some beach walking. Magnificent all the way. You will need to carry lots of water. I carried 2.5 litres each day and always had a bit to spare. The food was great. I also took muesli bars each day for some quick energy. Taxi pick ups all went smoothly. The track was in need of some tidy up. Think lots of blackberry bush tendrils at times. I reverted to long pants and gaiters. The track could do with some additional signals. I missed some options on the last day. A helicopter ride at the 12 apostles is definitely worth doing at the end. Thoroughly recommend the hike and Auswalks were good to deal with. Lots of notes and an App. The price seemed good value too.

Good and well defined tracks all along. The remnants of mountain ash forest were truly awesome so were the fields of grass trees and bracken ferns under sheltered canopy. The wild coast line was just splendid which we discovered as it turned grey, misty, rainy but mostly sunny and ideal for walking. The week between 21st and 27th November - 7 days of bliss and weather condition.

We had the best experience on the GOW with Auswalk. Everything was perfectly organised from the super friendly transport drivers, the comfortable accommodation and the food was absolutely fantastic. Not to mention the beautiful scenery and wildlife. Such a fabulous week.

Very well organised, starting from getting our coffee order as we left Melbourne so that when the bus stopped, the coffees just needed to be picked up, chocolate dipped strawberries at the end of day 1's walk, fresh pineapple and melon other days, along with snacks, hot drinks and cold drinks after our walks. Incredible. scenery very impressive, interesting stories and background information given for the area. Amazing trip from start to finish, we couldn't fault the organisation and the guides were simply amazing, we had so much fun

A great experience and the accommodation and food was excellent.

Auswalk communication was always helpful. No complaints from us.

Neil and Naomi worked together to cater for Margie and I to have alternate activity when we opted out of walking in heavy rain. They dedicated themselves to the well -being of the group both as a whole and individually. They brought joy to the walk for all of us.

All instructions for the start of the walk were detailed and easy to follow. The walking notes were great as was the app

We thoroughly enjoyed our walk and it was organised to perfection - the hike itself, the accommodation and the food were all top notch. It was the perfect way to explore the beautiful Great Ocean Road (Shipwreck Coast) area. We have been recommending the Great Ocean Walk and AusWalk to anyone we talk to who are interested in walking and hiking. Our whole experience with AusWalk was seamless and therefore made for a thoroughly enjoyable holiday!

We recently did the Great Ocean Walk Unplug - 7 days. What a beautiful, breathtaking adventure! Auswalks organisation was seamless, the accommodation was very comfortable and the food was delicious and plentiful. Using the Universal Hikes app offline was so easy.

We recently did the Great Ocean Walk. What a beautiful, breathtaking adventure! Auswalks organisation was seamless, the accommodation was very comfortable and the food was delicious and plentiful. Using the Universal Hikes app offline was so easy.

The walk was hard in places but our guides, Chris and Chris were amazing! They were fun, but also looked after us all well, ensured we were safe and walking within our limits. Very attentive to all our needs. - Walk was extremely well and foods were of excellent quality.

Walk was extremely well and foods were of excellent quality.

A Wonderful Adventure on the Great Ocean Walk with AusWalk Our experience on the Great Ocean Walk was nothing short of amazing. The trip was exceptionally well-organized by AusWalk, making every step of the journey smooth and enjoyable. From the stunning coastal scenery to the comfortable accommodations, everything was thoughtfully arranged. We especially appreciated the warm hospitality from the hosts we met along the way — their kindness and local knowledge added a personal touch that made the adventure even more memorable. It was a fantastic way to explore nature, unwind, and connect with great people. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a well-supported walking holiday with a touch of adventure and comfort!

The variation of the walk was excellent, beach, forest, hills and flat (not much). The guides, Chris L and Chris D were excellent. Their combined knowledge of the local fauna and fauna was informative and great. Their greatest attribute in my opinion was their attention to risk management, safety and wellbeing of the whole group was paramount at all times. I was happy with the walking routes. They were challenging at times but doable considering I am 81 years old but young t heart. Extremely well.

The variation of the walk was excellent, beach, forest, hills and flat (not much). I was happy with the walking routes. They were challenging at times but doable considering I am 81 years old but young t heart. Extremely well.

Walking notes , route signage , taxi pickups all very good . Entire walk went extremely well.

Loved the different places we stayed- and having 2 days instead of moving everyday. Food was fantastic! I had to not order entree meal sometimes as very generous servings. Plenty of choice for all. Very happy for you to use. I’ve already recommended Auswalk to several others who might be interested. I was a little bit apprehensive about travelling on my own but the guides and the whole group were very friendly, inclusive and made it very special. I commented to guide about this and he said everyone is there for the same reason so all out to enjoy and have a great time.

Loved the different places we stayed- and having 2 days instead of moving everyday. Food was fantastic! I had to not order entree meal sometimes as very generous servings. Plenty of choice for all. Very happy for you to use. I’ve already recommended Auswalk to several others who might be interested.

We took our Auswalk trip in the dead of winter (July 2025) and had a wonderful time. The weather was cold, but after walking for 20 minutes we really didn't notice it. Overall we had excellent hiking weather without having to worry about snakes and bugs. The accommodations were comfortable, the food was excellent, and the transportation timely and educational. I would use Auswalk again without hesitation.

The Great Ocean Walk has been on my list of Australia walks for a while and I am so glad I have completed it. It was great to be able to walk and then return to a nice accommodation and meal at night rather than camping out. The weather with great not too hot or rainy. I am grateful to have been able to take some lovely photos and short videos of the landscape and wildlife especially the koalas.

The Great Ocean Walk is fabulous. Scenery was amazing, accommodation brilliant and the Auswalk App made navigating simple . The large map gave a good overview and others in our group liked the book for all the info in it of things to look at. The food at both places we stayed was fabulous. Overall a fantastic AusWALK adventure

This is a fabulous walk - such a beautiful coastline and with enough challenges to ensure we felt it was a great achievement when we finished! I really enjoyed the beautiful Great Ocean Walk and will highly recommend it to my friends. Auswalk organised everything so well - the accommodation and the food was great and the guides were fabulous.

Organised Achievable distances Good support from guides The entire walk went extremely well

Our recent trip was excellent across the board, from the accommodations to the meals and the guides. Each motel had its own appeal: Lochard boasted spacious rooms, Bimbi Park offered koala spotting from the cabins, and Sandpiper Motel provided a quiet, comfortable stay. All featured comfy beds and hot showers. The flexible meal ordering system was a definite highlight, with Waves in Port Campbell being a particular standout for delicious options. We especially enjoyed creating our own fresh salads with wraps or bread for lunch at Bimbi Park. Our guides were superbly organised, helpful, and informative. Lee, in particular, made the experience even better with his wit and local expertise. We also loved being able to support local businesses, and the thoughtful touches like memorable breaks, the surprise afternoon tea at the end of each day's walk, and delicious treats throughout truly enhanced our trip. It was a highly recommended experience!

Our recent trip was excellent across the board, from the accommodations to the meals. Each motel had its own appeal: Lochard boasted spacious rooms, Bimbi Park offered koala spotting from the cabins, and Sandpiper Motel provided a quiet, comfortable stay. All featured comfy beds and hot showers. The flexible meal ordering system was a definite highlight, with Waves in Port Campbell being a particular standout for delicious options. We especially enjoyed creating our own fresh salads with wraps or bread for lunch at Bimbi Park. We also loved being able to support local businesses, and the thoughtful touches like memorable breaks, the surprise afternoon tea at the end of each day's walk, and delicious treats throughout truly enhanced our trip. It was a highly recommended experience!

Entire trip went extremely well and foods were of good quality. On the other hand, Georgie and Neil were amazing so attentive and informative - really appreciated them.

Excellent, well organised walk with fantastic accommodation and terrific guides. The choice of cafes and restaurants was very good.

Well organised walk with fantastic accommodation. The choice of cafes and restaurants was very good.

The whole process was seamless, and completely enjoyable.

The Great Ocean Walk was fabulous. Amazing scenery. We did it in 7 days and the distance was good for us. Trip notes very helpful. Transport. food and accommodation all five stars from us. We would love to do another Auswalk trip in the future.

The Great Ocean Walk was fabulous. Amazing scenery. Trip notes very helpful. Transport. food and accommodation all five stars from us. We would love to do another Auswalk trip in the future.

Guides were knowledgeable about the walk and surrounding area and very quickly understood the dynamic of our group and the way we like to walk (some fast, some very slow). They were able to adapt to make sure everyone felt comfortable.

Loved the guides. Very appreciate to our age group and, noise level, various walking abilities and our group of strong personalities. The guides fitted in well with us and were calm and clear when we needed specific instructions Great accommodation Exceptional food/service Terrific guides Beautiful scenery Very good walking tracks Fabulous company Top trip

Great accommodation Exceptional food/service Beautiful scenery Very good walking tracks Fabulous company Top trip

This is my second walk with Auswalk and I have thoroughly enjoyed each walk. It was very professionally organised from booking the walk to actually completing the walk. The accommodation each stay was excellent, the food in restaurants for breakfast and dinner was delicious and the packed lunches were perfect for a walk. The scroggan (walking snacks) the guides Katie and Georgie prepared for us each morning was plentiful and catered to all tastes

This is my second walk with Auswalk and I have thoroughly enjoyed each walk. It was very professionally organised from booking the walk to actually completing the walk. The accommodation each stay was excellent, the food in restaurants for breakfast and dinner was delicious and the packed lunches were perfect for a walk.

It was a challenging walk for me . The guides were wonderful and good and accommodation superb. Spectacular in every way

It was a challenging walk for me. The guides were wonderful and good and accommodation superb. Spectacular in every way

It was a fabulous hike. Great guides, excellent food and accommodation. Every aspect was taken care of. Can’t recommend highly enough Auswalk.

Spectacular in every way. Good and super accommodation.

It was a fabulous hike. Excellent food and accommodation. Every aspect was taken care of. Can’t recommend highly enough Auswalk.

The variety of trail surfaces, vegetation types and scenery was better than expected. A big shout out to Katie, Georgie and Naomi who were great: friendly, cheerful, relaxed and very helpful with minor details. Their knowledge of the track was excellent and we enjoyed many informative and sometimes funny stories. Naomi was also easy to relate to and was always on the lookout for ways to be helpful to walkers. She was also great at spotting koalas!

The variety of trail surfaces, vegetation types and scenery was better than expected.

All four guides were lovely. They are all really knowledgeable and clearly love their jobs which made the walk very well.

Good walking group Good weather Good guides and positive

The guides were very helpful as usual and the handover from one to another seemed to work well. I was very appreciative of Katie and Georgie’s help with my heel issues, leech and heat issues. They were kind, professional and good hearted. It was a good group with lots of fun

The Great Ocean Walk is fabulous. It was not an easy bar the first day (only 8km). Scenery was amazing, accommodation brilliant and the Auswalk App made navigating simple . The food at both places we stayed was fabulous. Overall a fantastic Auswalk adventure.

The Great Ocean Walk is a fantastic way to see this part of Australia. The track is well laid out, and the views of the ocean along the way are amazing. Auswalk did a great job organizing this and communicated well with us during the whole booking process.

The whole trip worked really well. Organisation was great, all the people supporting us, transport, accommodation were extremely helpful and really friendly.

I urge anyone who enjoys walking with stunning scenery to do this walk. With medium fitness anyone can do it. Auswalks attention to detail was immaculate. The accommodation picked for us was wonderful and the food amazing. We were never hungry but always excited to see what was on the menu. The transfer companies used to transfer us each day were always prompt and really helpful adjusting pickup times. The information supplied regarding each day’s itinerary was well delivered and easy to follow. Amazing 7 days. Could not fault anything!!! Thank you

I urge anyone who enjoys walking with stunning scenery to do this walk. With medium fitness anyone can do it. Auswalks attention to detail was immaculate. The accommodation picked for us was wonderful and the food amazing. We were never hungry but always excited to see what was on the menu. The transfer companies used to transfer us each day were always prompt and really helpful adjusting pickup times. The information supplied regarding each day’s itinerary was well delivered and easy to follow. Amazing Great Ocean walk. Could not fault anything!!! Thank you

Our guides were excellent. They were patient, informative and very well organised. The biggest tick to our guides and their organisation. Great walk, ran smoothly even on the toughest days. Georgie, Neil and Chris - thank you

The Great Ocean Walk was described well in the information and paralled what was described. The views were breathtaking and the variety of scenery was perfect! The paths and walkways were varied. The options for shorter/longer walks were appropriate and enabled all of the group to join in to match their abilities and interests.

The Great Ocean Walk was described well in the information and paralleled what was described. The views were breathtaking and the variety of scenery was perfect! The paths and walkways were varied. The options for shorter/longer walks were appropriate.

All went to plan accommodation was great and hosts more then helpful and the food was amazing - so much we could not eat it all.

The App was impressive! AusWalks is always my preferred option for my walking trips. Accommodation and meals are always impressive. The App is amazing!

I thought the organisation of the walk, all the associated arrangements, accommodation, and transfers, were excellent Your information pack was exemplary and the App was also invaluable and easy to use. As an overseas customer, based in the UK, I found your organisation easy to deal with and you provided a high level of customer care. I would thoroughly recommend Auswalk.

Exceeded my expectations, for me I found it physically challenging but with advise from the guides who are knowledgeable, friendly & reassuring, I was able to select the best for my capabilities.

Toughly enjoyed the walking experience. Spending four days with a great group of fellow walkers and two terrific guides

Toughly enjoyed the walking experience. Spending seven days with a great group of fellow walkers and two terrific guides

We couldn't fault any of the experience provided by AUSWALK, Once we found the path in Apollo Bay, the path was clearly marked all the way. Accommodation was first class, transfers worked perfectly (and we appreciated that the transferer actually put our beer in the fridge so it was cold when we arrived). Meals were outstanding in every case.

We couldn't fault any of the experience provided by AUSWALK, Once we found the path in Apollo Bay, the path was clearly marked all the way , which was perfect for self-guiding. Accommodation was first class, transfers worked perfectly (and we appreciated that the transferer actually put our beer in the fridge so it was cold when we arrived). Meals were outstanding in every case.

Excellent - the 7 day ocean road guided walk was excellent. Our guides Lee & Beck were well organised, enthusiastic & most helpful, nothing was too hard. The walk is a hike & at times challenging however Lee & beck ensured we had plenty of time for rest breaks & we never felt rushed. We had a cracking time with our group of 13 … I always felt safe, felt the guides had everything under control, there was lots of very good quality food, a wide selection, etc we made some good friends and definitely had some fun along the way. Well done Auswalk five stars from me.

Excellent - the 4 day ocean road guided walk was excellent. Our guides Lee & Beck were well organised, enthusiastic & most helpful, nothing was too hard. The walk is a hike & at times challenging however Lee & beck ensured we had plenty of time for rest breaks & we never felt rushed. We had a cracking time with our group of 13 … I always felt safe, felt the guides had everything under control, there was lots of very good quality food, a wide selection, etc we made some good friends and definitely had some fun along the way. Well done Auswalk five stars from me.

Excellent - the 7 day ocean road guided walk was excellent. The walk is a hike & at times challenging however we had plenty of time for rest breaks & we never felt rushed. We had a cracking time with our group of 13 … I always felt safe, there was lots of very good quality food, a wide selection, etc we made some good friends and definitely had some fun along the way. Well done Auswalk five stars from me.

Excellent - the 5 day ocean road guided walk was excellent. The walk is a hike & at times challenging however we had plenty of time for rest breaks & we never felt rushed. We had a cracking time with our group of 13 … I always felt safe, there was lots of very good quality food, a wide selection, etc we made some good friends and definitely had some fun along the way. Well done Auswalk five stars from me.

Excellent - the 6 day ocean road guided walk was excellent. The walk is a hike & at times challenging however we had plenty of time for rest breaks & we never felt rushed. We had a cracking time with our group of 13 … I always felt safe, there was lots of very good quality food, a wide selection, etc we made some good friends and definitely had some fun along the way. Well done Auswalk five stars from me.

Excellent - the 8 day ocean road guided walk was excellent. The walk is a hike & at times challenging however we had plenty of time for rest breaks & we never felt rushed. We had a cracking time with our group of 13 … I always felt safe, there was lots of very good quality food, a wide selection, etc we made some good friends and definitely had some fun along the way. Well done Auswalk five stars from me.

What an amazing week we had on the Great Ocean Walk. I honestly couldn't have asked for more. Our guides, Bec and Lee, were not only super professional but kept us entertained with their delightful sense of humour. And the food? I was a bit worried about my food intolerances before the trip, but I needn't have been – every meal was absolutely delicious, high quality, and carefully catered to my needs. The walk itself was just beautiful - the views of the coast are breathtaking. I particularly appreciated being able to skip a few stages to take it easy on my pre-existing Achilles tendon problems - this flexibility allowed me to enjoy the whole experience without worry. Thank you Auswalk for creating such wonderful memories. Andrea P.

Guides were top class: very friendly, well organised and knowledgeable.

What an amazing week we had on the Great Ocean Walk. I honestly couldn't have asked for more. And the food? I was a bit worried about my food intolerances before the trip, but I needn't have been – every meal was absolutely delicious, high quality, and carefully catered to my needs. The walk itself was just beautiful - the views of the coast are breathtaking. I particularly appreciated being able to skip a few stages to take it easy on my pre-existing Achilles tendon problems - this flexibility allowed me to enjoy the whole experience without worry. Thank you Auswalk for creating such wonderful memories.

The trip was fantastic , transfers were always on time , col and Venessa made these transfers one of the highlights of the trip , accommodation was good and food was brilliant at chi farm , a seamless trip with a magnificent walk , we saw all the wildlife including koala , echidna , wallaby , kangaroo , deer , fox, black cockatoos , various other birds and yes brown , tiger and black snake ( and they left us alone) 5 stars this trip

I had the best time on the Great Ocean Walk! The walk was incredibly beautiful, the accommodation and staff were lovely and very well organised by Auswalk!

We were so glad we arranged this walking holiday with AUSWALK as the attention to detail in the planning, communication, walking note booklets, booking summary and the app were excellent. All we really had to do was walk and enjoy ourselves. It was everything we'd hoped it would be and we look forward to planning more such walks.

I have just spent the best week walking the Great Ocean Walk with Auswalk. The scenery was everchanging & spectacular. The walk itself was challenging in parts but for the most pretty easy going. We fluked fantastic weather for the time of year which made for a pleasant walking experience. There was so much food I don’t think I lost any weight despite walking every day. The food & accommodation was excellent – you did not need to spend any money on the trip, apart from drinks, as everything was provided. We are already looking at where our next Auswalk trip might be. Thank you Auswalk for a fantastic week.

I have just spent the best week walking the Great Ocean Walk with Auswalk. The scenery was everchanging & spectacular. The walk itself was challenging in parts but for the most pretty easy going. We fluked fantastic weather for the time of year which made for a pleasant walking experience. There was so much food I don’t think I lost any weight despite walking every day. The food & accommodation was excellent – you did not need to spend any money on the trip, apart from drinks, as everything was provided. We are already looking at where our next Auswalk trip might be. Thank you Auswalk for a fantastic week

I have just spent the best week walking the Great Ocean Walk with Auswalk. The scenery was everchanging & spectacular. The walk itself was challenging in parts but for the most pretty easy going. We fluked fantastic weather for the time of year which made for a pleasant walking experience. There was so much food I don't think I lost any weight despite walking every day. The food & accommodation was excellent - you did not need to spend any money on the trip, apart from drinks, as everything was provided. We are already looking at where our next Auswalk trip might be. Thanks Lee & Bec for a fantastic week.

I have just spent the best week walking the Great Ocean Walk with Auswalk. The scenery was everchanging & spectacular. The walk itself was challenging in parts but for the most pretty easy going. We fluked fantastic weather for the time of year which made for a pleasant walking experience. There was so much food I don't think I lost any weight despite walking every day. The food & accommodation was excellent - you did not need to spend any money on the trip, apart from drinks, as everything was provided. We are already looking at where our next Auswalk trip might be. Thank you Auswalk for a fantastic week.

Georgie and Lee excellent, caring guides. Georgie particularly helpful when I fell on track

The Great Ocean Walk is amazing. Having Auswalk organise everything from start to finish without a hiccup makes it a pleasure. The accommodation, food and guides could not be faulted. Thank you

The Great Ocean Walk is amazing. Having Auswalk organise everything from start to finish without a hiccup makes it a pleasure. The accommodation and food could not be faulted. Thank you

Fantastic, from beginning to end, and all the echidna and koalas on the way

We would like to say what a delightful group of people you have that looked after us. Apollo Bay Taxis were on time every time. They went above and beyond especially when Marions walking boots fell apart and had to be replaced. Thank you Vanessa, Colin and Sue. Chi Farm (WOW). Magnificent fresh healthy food, and so much of it. I think we both had put on weight by the end of the walk. Thank you Jodie and Shane. Cafe 153, Waves and Des at Portside Motel thank you all for making us so welcome. It was obvious to us that they all highly value their relationship with Auswalk, and this made the walk a thoroughly enjoyable experience for us.

What an amazing week we had on the Great Ocean Walk. I honestly couldn't have asked for more. Our guides, Bec and Lee, were not only super professional but kept us entertained with their delightful sense of humour. And the food? I was a bit worried about my food intolerances before the trip, but I needn't have been – every meal was absolutely delicious, high quality, and carefully catered to my needs. The walk itself was just beautiful - the views of the coast are breathtaking. I particularly appreciated being able to skip a few stages to take it easy on my pre-existing Achilles tendon problems - this flexibility allowed me to enjoy the whole experience without worry. Thank you Auswalk for creating such wonderful memories.

Excellent - the 7 day ocean road guided walk was excellent. Our guides Lee & Bec were well organised, enthusiastic & most helpful, nothing was too hard. The walk is a hike & at times challenging however Lee & beck ensured we had plenty of time for rest breaks & we never felt rushed. We had a cracking time with our group of 13 … I always felt safe, felt the guides had everything under control, there was lots of very good quality food, a wide selection, etc we made some good friends and definitely had some fun along the way. Well done Auswalk five stars from me

"Sue and I had a wonderful time on Auswalk.com’s 8 Day Self Guided Great Ocean Walk. This was our first trip with Auswalk and our first trip to Australia. We live in Seattle, Washington, USA and are looking forward to returning and doing more trips with Auswalk, which we highly recommend. Before the trip, Amy at Auswalk was very helpful and informative. We had requested dates which conflicted with a holiday weekend in Melbourne and did not permit us to follow Auswalk’s usual itinerary for this trip, but Amy went the extra mile and made our dates work very nicely. It was more work and expense for Auswalk, but Amy handled our every question and request with grace and speed. We arrived in Australia (after thirty hours of travel from Seattle) and found our final package from Auswalk waiting for us in our hotel room, just as promised. Auswalk’s Walk Notes were the key to this self-guided trip and they were excellent – and occasionally amusing. The notes gave us very detailed walking instructions and quickly put to rest any concerns I might have had about hiking half a world away from home. They made the logistics and housekeeping of hiking sixty miles/100 Km effortless. (The notes also come in an excellent waterproof case, which I intend to keep and use in Washington’s Cascades for many years.) The accommodations and food exceeded expectations on all counts. Auswalk selected very pleasant places to stay on the walk and the proprietors were all friendly and helpful without being intrusive. Our rooms were clean, comfortable and occasionally quite spacious. The food was tasty, fresh, healthy and abundant. It was a wonderful trip – even in weather which was “a bit wild.” The walk itself was scenic and in many instances a little remote. The trail takes you along parts of the coast which you would never see from a car. The trail was not at all crowded and while it would be possible to backpack it, we found it much nicer to sleep in real beds, eat real food and meet interesting and wonderful Australians like our hosts and drivers. We enthusiastically recommend the Great Ocean Walk with Auswalk."

Bella from Auswalk was amazing. From the start the communication was excellent and any questions we had were answered immediately. On the trip itself we had some challenging weather resulting in us being unable complete part of our walk. Bella went out of her way to arrange alternate walks and to amend our itinerary to still take advantage of what was available. Highly recommended Auswalk for your walking tour needs.

The Great Ocean Walk is not to be missed - the views around every corner continually changing along with the locals we come across on the track - koalas, snakes, seals and wallabies to name a few! The track was quiet in November, passing a few walkers and school groups who all had wonderful conversations of the beauty of the location. The weather was kind with only one misty-morn. Sun block was required on some days. Outsourcing our group walk to Auswalk took away the burden of car-shuffles, etc. that is normally involved for our group activities. The accommodation was excellent in all locations and the food was in abundance along with the quality! Frank’s lamb shanks (Bimbi Park) not to be missed! Amazing Australian tucker, cooked by expert chefs! Auswalk’s representative Katie went above and beyond to assist our group with all those little needs and requirements, driving safely and diligently around the twisty bendy roads of the Great Ocean Raod. Of course, the highlight of this walk is the end destination the 12 Apostles. We commenced in Apollo Bay day 1 to Day 7 arriving at the 12 Apostles, but in achieving this milestone, the true experience along the track was the journey and people we met along the way.

I have done many guided and self- guided walks in many different parts of the world and this walk is definitely up there with the best of them. The walk itself iwas beautiful but challenging enough to provide a delicious sense of achievement at the end of each day! The accommodation and food, wonderful and plentiful and felt like a luxurious reward for our endeavours. Our guides Katie and Chris are very knowledgeable, experienced and capable and above all down to earth and delightful human beings, both with a great sense of humour. They made everyday special with little treats and surprises such as champagne at London Bridge’ after a long walk. They made my husband’s birthday feel very special at very little notice. We had fabulous weather and a great bunch of walkers which made the whole experience perfect!

A great well organised 6 night trip designed for keen walkers who like comfortable accommodation and good food at the end of the day. This trip allowed us to explore this corner of Australia while our luggage was moved along each day. We started with an overnight stay in the atmospheric Cape Otway Lighthouse but all the properties we stayed in had there own character and our hosts were welcoming.

An absolutely first class guided tour of a beautiful scenic walk from Sunday - Saturday along this amazing walk. Nature is represented on this walk in so many ways. Long empty beaches with estuaries to cross, surging waves to dab a toe in, clifftop heathlands, rainforests, forests and views from Apollo By to Port Campbell to leave you sighing... We saw lots of koalas, Eastern grey kangaroos, swamp wallabies, red necked wallabies, seabirds of all kinds, a shy echnida, a couple of snakes keeping out of our way and so much more. The two guides were extremely experienced, professional and informative. We heard of the history of the making of the Great Ocean Road, the shipwrecks, The Lighthouse at Cape Otway stories, and many more. Flora and fauna and the long history of the rock formations along the way. All questions were answered perfectly and we all learnt a tremendous about about southern Victoria. The guides helped enormously with any feet issues, gear ware and organised the best food for our lunches in the bush! I would 100% recommend Auswalks for this walk, and any of their other walks(the walkers in th group had done several Auswalk walks and all agreed they were the best, with lots of variety of destinations.)

We had a fabulous walking holiday. The Aus walk guide book was thorough and easy to follow. It maximised our opportunities to experience beautiful features of the coastline and environment. Backup support from the office was prompt and efficient, ensuring our needs were effectively met in a timely manner. Georgie and John, our transfer drivers were also fabulous, they were flexible in accommodating our requests to personalise our start and finish times, they were a valuable source of information and considerate and caring when the weather became challenging. They went out of their way to make our experience a positive one. Our accommodation at The Great Ocean Walk Retreat was lovely, clean and comfortable. Overall, we could not have asked for better service. I highly recommend AusWalks and will look forward to booking another holiday with them again in the future.

The walk (116km in total) and scenery were spectacular. Accommodation and food good and the service was faultles (pickup and delivery to airport and accomodation each day) and nothing was a hassle (even picking up drink orders and other items).

This was my first experience of a guided walk and it was certainly a luxury experience. Being collected from central Melbourne and then being driven to the start of each day's walk, having luxurious accommodation with all meals provided and guides leading the route each day resulted in carefree hiking. As my wife and I are 75 and 80 respectively we expected that we may have to take an early bail out option on some of the harder days but with our supply of trail snacks, lunch and the encouragement of the guides we were able to complete the full distance each day.

We have used Auswalks once before and were so pleased with the walk, accommodation, food and logistics that we then did the Great Ocean Road Walk which is a lot of fun. The guides were all exceptional in their attention to detail, helpfulness, professionalism and great humour. We look forward to many more walks with Auswalks and have already booked the next one starting in a couple of months. Thanks once again for making this such a fun and rewarding experience.

The Great Ocean Walk was sublime in so many ways, the picturesque yet treacherous environment (you can really see how many ships and lives were lost in the past), the variety of landscapes and seascapes - heathlands to farmlands all traversed by foot. The guides, bringing their knowledge of the local history through storytelling added to the meaning of walking the 100ks. I felt transported back in time and yet my feet were firmly on the ground. I highly recommend this walk.

The walk was brilliantly organized so we didn't have to worry about a thing. The 3 guides, Katie, Georgina and Leanne were there ready to help with anything we needed. The choice of accommodation and meals was generally excellent. There was a big choice of trail snacks and morning tea,options too. Couldn't have asked for 3 nicer people to guide us.

The Great Ocean Walk 7 Days met all my expectations as a well-organised and professionally run guided walk in a wildly beautiful part of Australia - mountain ash forests, coastal heath, thundering surf, ancient cliffs, pristine beaches, wildlife. Thank you Auswalk, and your guides in particular, for a very enjoyable and memorable holiday.

Well organized, great accommodation and food.

Auswalks are a great company to deal with - really friendly and have excellent walks across Australia. I highly recommend them.

Very well organised. Our drivers - Jenny and Johnnie were friendly, informative and on time. Many thanks to them. Accommodation at Bimby very pleasant Great Ocean Retreat was wonderful. Really enjoyed the walk and will recommend it to others

Overall the organisation was superb and greatly contributed to my enjoyment of this walk. I'd like to thank the team for all the work involved - especially with all the additional challenges of the pandemic - it was great and we will definitely be doing another walk with your company. Testimonial: The Great Ocean Walk is a great walk with stunning scenery, made even better by the excellent organisation by Auswalk who made the trip seamless from end to end. This is definitely the way to do a walk like this - with your luggage transported to lovely accommodation - and all meals supplied and of such excellent quality. Staying at Cape Otway for 2 nights was a definite highlight. What a fabulous spot and thanks for the amazing food hamper supplied for the 2 nights there. More food than we could eat but great to have so much to choose from.

Our GOW adventure with Auswalk was wonderful from start to finish. We had excellent communication in the lead up with great problem solving (twice our booked walks were cancelled with Covid and storm damage.) The self guided walking notes never let us down. They were always reliable and accurate and the maps were detailed and clear. The accommodation was comfortable and clean. We were delighted with the quality of the food: 3 excellent meals each day, some of them home cooked (in the retreat at Glenaire) and easy for us to heat and serve. Our transfer drivers were all wonderful, full of interesting local knowledge, flexible and reliable. We were very grateful for all the special care and effort that went into making our walk a really memorable time.

We appreciated every aspect of the Great Ocean Walk - the walk itself was spectacular, the notes were comprehensive, the accommodation was excellent and the food was superb. It was a very memorable experience and we thank the team for making it all easy to do.

We completed the self- guided Great Ocean Walk with Auswalk. The service in planning the trip was outstanding. The trip from pick up to drop off went without a hitch. Accomodation was first class and meals were of a very high standard ( much better than we anticipated) John our driver was friendly, professional, and very reliable. Nothing was a problem. The walk and experience was well above our hopes and expectations. I can’t recommend more highly.

Thanks for this well-supported walk. The drivers were helpful and always on time (and even came early when we were ahead of schedule!). The food was delicious and the accommodation was very comfortable. The Great Ocean Walk itself was outstanding. I highly recommend this self-guided walk.

From organising the original booking, making last minute changes due to border closures, supplying detailed walking notes, detailed transport arrangements, great accommodation and a fantastic support crew during the walk, aside from the food, it couldn’t have been any better. I would not hesitate to book with Auswalk again. Our time on the Great Ocean Walk was certainly a memorable one we will not forget in a hurry. A special shout out of thanks to Anne (bookings) and Johnny (support crew) who made this trip seamless.

We really enjoyed our Great Ocean Road walk. The walk itself was amazing-through bushland, across beaches, through forests. Wonderful views all along the way. The food provided was very tasty and plentiful, the accommodation was very comfortable (important after a long day walking), transfers worked seamlessly, and the Auswalk team was outstanding. Highly recommended. Thank you Auswalk.

Overall a fantastic experience despite a couple of wet days at the end. We would be very pleased to do the next walk with Auswalk.

Accommodation and meals excellent. Transport with John and Georgie efficient and lovely to hear stories of the area from locals passionate about where they live.

It was a terrific few days away, walk, food, accommodation just excellent. Could not fault anything, relaxing, bus were always there when needed. It all worked like a dream. Can't wait until our next walk.

Our party of six have just completed the Self Guided 6 Day Unplug GOW. From beginning to end we were extremely happy with the accommodation arrangements, walking notes, and catering. In particular the Pick up & Drop off transfer service provided by John & Georgie was exceptional.

We highly recommend Auswalk and the Great Ocean Walk. It was very well organised and seamless. It is the ONLY way to see the Southern Victorian Coast. We were not particularly 'fit' people and easily managed the walk finishing earlier than the recommended times.

We loved every step of the way, even the uphill ones! This walk rates highly among the great Australian Walks in our experience of several of them. It’s achievable without going too far off the grid, and by anyone of average fitness (for reference we are in our late 50s and not hugely fit but do have some multi-day walking experience). The variety of scenery is fabulous, from beaches and cliff tops, to fern glades and green lanes, to eucalyptus forests and grass tree plains. There is an astonishing amount of bird life, both visible and audible. Accommodation and food was wonderful, from the simple but atmospheric Cape Otway Lighthouse to the boutique B&Bs. Highly recommend this wonderful walk to anyone seeking a breath of fresh air.

Great walk, well organised, terrific food, bus drivers friendly and on time, accomodation great.

We were extremely happy with the high level of service and organisation provided by the Auswalk Team. We thoroughly enjoyed the Great Ocean Walk and would not hesitate to complete future walks with Auswalk. Thanks for supporting us to experience the magnificent Otway Ranges and some of Victoria's best coastline.

Really enjoyed all of the trip, thank you.

John our bus driver was fantastic, reliable & very accommodating the whole trip.

So good we did it twice! Everything was great, but special props to Johnny both as an accommodation host and a driver. He really adds to the experience!

The GOW ticked all the boxes. Great scenery, diverse terrain, wildlife, and well maintained tracks. The flawless and flexible transfers, comfortable and unique accommodation, and quality food ensured the holiday was one of the most enjoyable l have ever had.

We have just completed the Great Ocean Walk which we did as an Auswalk five nights and six days. The walk itself was absolutely stunning, not only the wild coastal stretches but also the beautiful rain forest and bush tracks. The GOW trail is mostly well marked but when it was not we found that the trail notes supplied by Auswalk could not be improved. Additionally the estimated walking times were really accurate and very helpful. We had not really thought too much about the accommodation before we left home but we absolutely loved staying in the Otway Light Keeper's house for two nights. It was simply and tastefully decorated, very spacious and very comfortable. The bathroom was modern with a great hot shower and the front room had a fire which we lit and sat by in the evening. The pictures of the past lightkeepers and their families and the information about the shipwrecks kept us thinking about all that had happened in the house over the years. The food provided was also abundant and delicious. Our second accommodation was at the Chi Medicinal Farm.Shane greeted us and was a kind and helpful host.Our room was modern with a very stylish bathroom with a lovely hot shower. However, the outstanding feature here was the cuisine. The food was absolutely knockout! We could hardly wait to see what we would have for lunch or evening meal. I have never had such amazing food on the trail before and we have done heaps of walks! The evening meals were exquisite. Jodie is a gifted cook and we really appreciated it. Another aspect of the walk that we hadn't really thought about was the interaction with the drivers who were picking us up and transporting our bags. We think that your company is extremely lucky to have found such a great group. We met Georgie, John, Jenny and Lee. All were so good humoured and friendly. Georgie's knowledge of the country is deep. Her great grandparents and grandparents early pioneers on the land, so we got to know much more that we had anticipated about the region and it made it so interesting. John was warm, friendly and good company. He also went "the extra mile" to rescue a jacket that I had left behind at the lighthouse and he spent time showing us where we might like to eat out on our last night in Apollo Bay. We followed his advice and had a brilliant meal. We also met Jenny and Lee, Jenny picked us up from one trip and Lee had collected my coat from the lighthouse - both were warm and hospitable. Meeting such good people on top of walking one of the most majestic coastal trails made this such a great holiday. We are thinking of doing it again, and we would certainly recommend Auswalk to our friends. Thank you

We had a fabulous time on our walk enjoying the outlooks along the way. The accommodation & food supplied was fantastic. A lovely surprise returning from a walk to find a fridge full of food choices.

Our first walk with Auswalk and we were incredibly impressed. This is a highly professional company that looks after its clients extremely well. The communication prior to the walk was outstanding. We felt very well prepared for our Self Guided Great Ocean Road Walk. The maps and walking notes were accurate and very helpful. We stayed at some amazing places along the way with incredible catering. Transfers and pick ups were well coordinated. A spectacular and memorable walk. Thanks Auswalk!

Just completed the GOW in Victoria. The organisation, accommodation, transfers and food packages were all first class. We would highly recommend Auswalk for future holidays. We were also very blessed to have the perfect walking weather. Thanks again Auswalk.

Stunning views, pristine beaches, peace, quiet, tranquillity. Flora and fauna abound, with the track to yourself, it’s lovely to have birds happily sitting on a branch watching. We loved our accommodation and support crew were amazing. The food was incredible. Cannot recommend enough.

I did the Great Ocean Walk Highlights. It was great. The scenery was beautiful. Excellent accommodations and food. The walking notes were helpful. The AusWalk team Leslie and John were amazing driving me around everywhere. Special mention to John who did most of the driving and also a great tour of Loch Ard Gorge. They were completely reliable and always on time and friendly and helpful. They even helped with transport when I added an extra day on the end of my trip to stay at Skypods. Sandpiper Motel at Apollo Bay Cute little ocean themed room, staff very friendly and helpful. Cafe 153 at Apollo Bay Nice food, opened early for me and let me choose a simple but delicious breakfast. Chi Medicinal Farm near Castle Cove Beautiful, like a farm on the outside and a posh hotel on the inside. Restaurant quality food. Prettiest bathroom I've seen. Parkview at Port Campbell Spacious and comfortable, good location. Waves Restaurant at Port Campbell Great service, flexible let me choose scones and hot chocolate for breakfast, great food.

Very well organised and resourced with lovely, helpful Auswalk staff and very comfortable accommodation. Highly recommended.

We had a amazing time on our walk. Simone and all the Auswalk staff were fabulous, easily contactable and so accommodating, taking the time to help us with any concerns we had. The accommodation at Otway lighthouse was a highlight and the views and hospitality at the southern Anchorage was wonderful. We would highly recommend doing the Great Ocean Road highlights and look forward to our next walk with Auswalk.

This was a fantastic trip that my husband and I will always remember. Everything was lovely - the food, the accommodation and of course the scenery. Kimbra was a fantastic lady who cheerfully transferred us around. We would highly recommend the 3 Capes self guided walk to anyone!

Had a great time doing this walk(despite of one rainy day) thanks to AUSWALK who had put together a great package of accommodation with luggage transfer. Nothing to do but enjoy the walk and at the end a good meal from friendly hosts.

SO impressed with Auswalks. Everything was so well organised, professional and first class. From the great communication with them to the wonderful trip notes, the transport, fantastic accomodation and yummy food. Overall, I couldn’t fault anything. I will definitely be doing more walks with them. Not going to go anywhere else now!

The Great Oceean walk was exceptionally well organised with seamless transfers and lovely, helpful staff. The walk is amazing with stunning scenery and fascinating wildlife and flowers. Loved it

Great walk. accommodation was great. meals were excellent. really liked the flexibility that was provided. Tasha and Anne did a great job. although Anne needs to work harder on minimizing the rain days!

We have just completed the Great Ocean Walk Highlights with Auswalk (self-guided). We did this at a difficult time for everyone due to the start of restrictions for COVID 19. The walk itself was beautiful, the accommodation was excellent, and the staff went out of their way to make it trouble free and enjoyable. Thanks particularly to John who was great company and a knowledgeable guide. We enjoyed this walk very much and hope all goes well for Auswalk in the hard times coming and hope they can continue to with their high quality walking holiday experiences.

We had a magnificent trip on the Great Ocean Walk. Transport, accommodation and organisation by Auswalk was superb. Even the weather was kind. I highly recommend the experience.

Gorgeous walk, well paced, mostly easy to moderate terrain, varied landscapes. Loved the ferns! The trip was accurately documented, extra flora and fauna materials much appreciated, pick ups and drop offs and all communication was seamless, accommodations were great, hosts were most gracious, and the food was terrific. Highly recommended to avid walkers of all abilities.

My husband and I have been fortunate to have completed a number of 100km + treks all over the world. It is our view that the Great Ocean Walk, as assisted by Auswalk,is an absolute world class experience. We recently completed our 6th G0W,over 5days and have found that as we continue to challenge ourselves with these inspiring treks,we are completing them with greater ease than 10 years ago!(We are now in our 60’s). There are many other reasons we keep coming back to the Great Ocean Walk. Among them are: *awesome wilderness of south western coast of Victoria,including our charming indigenous wildlife, *genuinely warm country hospitality provided by B’n’B hosts, *hearty meals including deserts and afternoon treats to die for, *cosy fireplaces to snuggle next to after challenging days on track, *GOW departure point at Apollo Bay is only 3 hours drive from Melbourne. We are already anticipating our next trip in a couple of years! Lisa.

A wonderful walk along the southern coast of Victoria from Cape Otway to Port Campbell on well maintained paths, with views only available to walkers. And the views were spectacular! From hidden river inlets to majestic ocean views including on the final day a breath-taking view of the 12 Apostles. The walk at times is not easy - it can be challenging. But one foot in front of the other is all that is needed. The accommodation was not 5 star but ranged from delightful guest houses to quirky cottages. I did enjoy the shower and glass of wine at the end of every day. Overall a wonderful experience and even the weather was kind.

This walk was a surprise package. The scenery was unbelievably beautiful and we walked wetlands, rain forest, Heathlands and of course the magnificent coast. Auswalk made our trip seamless. We even stayed at Cape Qttoway lighthouse. The walk itself is not too hard a few hills but the scenery more than makes up for it. I would highly recommend Auswalk and I would especially recommend this walk.

An absolutely first class guided tour of a beautiful scenic walk from Sunday - Saturday along this amazing walk. Nature is represented on this walk in so many ways. Long empty beaches with estuaries to cross, surging waves to dab a toe in, clifftop heathlands, rainforests, forests and views from Apollo By to Port Campbell to leave you sighing... We saw lots of koalas, Eastern grey kangaroos, swamp wallabies, red necked wallabies, seabirds of all kinds, a shyechnida, a couple of snakes keeping out of our way and so much more. The two guides were extremely experienced, professional and informative. We heard of the history of the making of the Great Ocean Road, the shipwrecks, The Lighthouse at Cape Otway stories, and many more. Flora and fauna and the long history of the rock formations along the way. All questions were answered perfectly and we all learnt a tremendous about about southern Victoria. The guides helped enormously with any feet issues, gear ware and organised the best food for our lunches in the bush! I would 100% recommend Auswalks for this walk, and any of their other walks(the walkers in th group had done several Auswalk walks and all agreed they were the best, with lots of variety of destinations.)

My wife and I recently completed the Great Ocean Walk, a self-guided walk provided and organised by Auswalk. We've walked all over the world - Nepal, Argentina, Peru, Scotland and other places - this trip was the best organised and by far the most comfy. Ok not exactly cheap but some of the places we stayed like the Aire Valley Guesthouse were just fabulous and the walking was packed with fauna and flora. I strongly recommend them!