12 Apostles Great Ocean Walk 3 Day Tour
More information about this 12 Apostles Walk
The 12 Apostles Walk is a 3-day tour of the Great Ocean Walk, spanning a little over half of the entire trek. While our 3-day Hike the Cape Tour is on the milder side of the walk, this 12 Apostles stretch is the more isolated, more rugged final three days of the Great Ocean Walk. This remote 60.5km section of track is known as the ‘Wild Side’ and is perfect for the adventurer short on time looking for a concise 3-day Great Ocean Walk itinerary. Walking pack free, you’ll end your trip at the iconic Twelve Apostles. If you have a little more time and would like a similar but slightly longer journey spread over 4 days, check out our 4-day Great Ocean Walk Wild Side Tour. Otherwise, keep reading below to find out all the features of this 3-day Great Ocean Walk tour. And please contact us if you have any questions. Take a little time to consider our Custom Great Ocean Walk Tour Packages if you’d like us to design a wholly unique, personalised trip for you.
Standard and Upgraded Accommodation Pricing
YOU'LL COMPLETE 60.5 KMS OF THE GREAT OCEAN WALK IN 3 DAYS
Day 1: Aire River to Milanesia Gate – 22.5km* or 16km
Day 2: Milanesia Gate to The Gables – 18.5km* or 12km
Day 3: The Gables to Twelve Apostles – 19.5km* or 13.5km
* If you are unsure if these walking distances are too long for you, no worries – we are here to help! We will happily chat to you about which distances will suit you best before you walk, or we can even change the meeting points once you start walking if you are finding the walk too challenging. We are here to help find the perfect walk for you!
Before Your Adventure Begins
Walk91 look forward to welcoming you on arrival with your own personal walk briefing. We will hand you a map, tide chart, walk notes, emergency position-indicating radio beacon (EPIRB) & phone, if needed. You will start your journey with our Walk91 team feeling relaxed, confident & safe in the knowledge that we are never far away and you can call us at any time!
Day 1 - Aire River to Milanesia Gate
We’ll give you a packed lunch for your first day’s walk. This section of the walk features rocky escarpments and coastal views. You will pass heath land, wild flowers and grass trees. Be prepared for some beach walking as you drop down onto Johanna Beach. Look out for birds such as the majestic wedge-tailed eagles and white bellied sea eagles. Then you climb upwards alongside picturesque farmland valley before heading towards Milanesia.
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Standard Accommodation Option
Show MoreThis wonderful accommodation is in a great location close to the Great Otway National Park and offers sweeping views of the bush and the surrounding countryside. Relax in the evening with private views of the valley looking west towards glorious sunsets. Kangaroos graze close to the property in the late afternoons. Your comfortable accommodation is en suite with a living room area and a well-equipped kitchen with tea / coffee making facilities. The accommodation hosts are happy to share their knowledge and love of this magical place with you.
Self-catered: We transfer your food with your luggage to your accommodation.
Catered: Dinner, continental breakfast and pack lunch for day 2 is included.
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Upgrade Accommodation Options
Show MoreDepending on the number of walkers in your party you may stay in lodges or cabins most suited to your needs, and we are happy to discuss these options and prices with you in detail. These options all offer a touch of luxury in accommodation close to the Great Ocean Walk.
Enjoy stunning ocean views, waking up to the sight of kangaroos feeding just outside your window, and appreciate the abundance of native birdlife, from bold laughing Kookaburras and Petit Blue Wrens to Sulphur Crested Cockatoos and cheeky Magpies. On a clear night enjoy amazing views of the Milky Way; the celestial beauty is pristine as there is no ambient city light here.
The cottages/ lodges photographed are private to you or your group and offer options for different sleeping arrangements. E.g. two bedrooms with one bathroom, or four bedrooms, two bathrooms, queen beds or split kings. Let us know what would suit you best and we will prepare a personal proposal for you.
The food is wonderful, made from fresh produce by a local chef. All you have to do is plate up and enjoy a beautiful home-cooked meal when you are ready to eat.Meals: Dinner, continental breakfast and pack lunch for day 2 is included.
Day 2 - Milanesia to The Gables
The trail descends onto the rugged shoreline of Milanesia Beach. As the track rises back to the cliff tops you are presented with outstanding views from the coastal forests, high on the sea cliffs. Here, you can see the Milanesia Beach Hut and take in the beautiful beach sights. Then walk on through the blue gums, ending amongst the heath at the breathtaking Gables Lookout.
Day 3 - The Gables to the 12 Apostles
Your last day will start with a walk through the Sheoak trees, dropping down onto historical Wreck Beach with its old anchors rising out of the sand. Hike on towards the Gellibrand estuary and as the track climbs up to the last section of the walk you will see the iconic 12 Apostles in the distance. At the end of your walk you can celebrate with a photo from the official 12 Apostles viewing platform. We will collect you at approx. 3pm and transfer you back to Apollo Bay (arriving at approx 4:30pm).
GOOD TO KNOW
- You may extend your walk to include a night’s stay in Port Campbell. Please ask us for a quote. More details are available on the FAQ page
- We can lend you walking poles if you would like them.
- We can lend you a mobile phone if you are visiting from overseas.
- Transfers to and from your start and finish points are included where required.
- Detailed transportation options to and from Apollo Bay are available on the FAQ page.
- We are happy to cater for any special dietary needs (please see ‘question 15’ for what we can offer).
- It’s important to be prepared for your walk. See the FAQ page for tips.
- If this particular walk is too long or too short for you, please refer to our other multi-day walking options or call us for a chat on (+61 3 5237 1189). We can shorten your walk wherever possible.
