Great Ocean Walk advice Archives

Clifftop coastal walk with seniors enjoying scenic ocean views in Australia.

Celebrating 20 Years Since January 2006

The Great Ocean Walk turns 20. Officially launched in January 2006, this iconic coastal trail has grown from 91km to 104km and continues to inspire walkers today.

Three people at Walk91 stand near tide pools and a rusty ship anchor on the rocky, algae-covered shore along the cliffs and waves, capturing the spirit of adventure found on the Great Ocean Walk best itinerary.

The Shipwreck Coast: Stories, Secrets and What You’ll Discover on the Great Ocean Walk

Discover Victoria’s Shipwreck Coast on the Great Ocean Walk, from famous shipwreck stories to wildlife, coastal landmarks and the history behind this dramatic coastline.

A person wearing sun-protective clothing and carrying hiking poles walks along a sandy beach with waves in the background, waving at the camera during the scenic Great Ocean Walk hike.

10 More Great Ocean Walk Tips Only Locals Know (Part 2)

Discover 10 insider tips for the Great Ocean Walk from local experts with 20 years’ experience. Learn how to prepare, pace your days and walk with confidence.

Coastline view featuring blue ocean waves meeting a sandy beach with green hills and grass in the foreground under a sky streaked with wispy clouds.

10 Useful Tips & Tricks for Hiking the Great Ocean Walk (Part 1)

Get 10 essential Great Ocean Walk tips from local experts with 20 years’ experience. Learn how to prepare, stay safe, and enjoy every step of this incredible trail.

Person in a blue jacket and hat stands on a rocky cliff above the ocean during the Great Ocean Walk hike with Walk91, smiling with both arms raised, with waves and a cloudy sky in the background.

Why the Great Ocean Walk Is One of the World’s Best Multi-Day Hikes (Local Guide by Walk91)

Discover why the Great Ocean Walk hike is one of the world’s best multi-day trails. A local Walk91 guide shares expert insights, safety tips, must-see sections, planning advice, and how to walk the iconic 104km route with confidence.

Two people with hiking poles stand on a coastal trail, surrounded by greenery and ocean cliffs beneath a cloudy sky—capturing the spirit of adventure in Walk91’s 10 Essential Tips for Hiking the Great Ocean Walk.

Guide to Walking the Great Ocean Walk Independently

Plan your own Great Ocean Walk with confidence. Learn how to navigate, pack, manage tides, stay safe and enjoy a supported self-guided, pack-free adventure.

Aerial view of a coastal town with historic buildings, two lighthouses, a pier, and clear blue water along the shoreline near the Queenscliff Artists' Walk.

From Coastal Art to Rugged Wilderness: Exploring the Queenscliff–Point Lonsdale Artists’ Walk Before Your Great Ocean Walk Adventure

In this Walk91 blog, we discover attractions in Queenscliff and Port Lonsdale including the Great Ocean Road and the Great Ocean Walk. Read our tips and Itinerary ideas.