Things to do in Mount Gambier

Embark on an unforgettable 4-day adventure through Australia’s most iconic landscapes, from stunning coastal cliffs to charming towns filled with history and culture. This tour offers the perfect mix of relaxation and excitement, with opportunities to enjoy local food, wine, and wildlife, all while traveling in comfort on our attractive reclining seats small group vehicles. Whether you’re seeking adventure or simply want to unwind, this tour lets you explore at your own pace and experience the best of Australia’s natural beauty on this most epic small group tour. Day 1: Melbourne to Port Campbell** Begin your journey in Melbourne, crossing the West Gate Bridge and traveling through volcanic plains to Geelong. Stop in Torquay for breathtaking coastal views and a visit to the famous Bells Beach. Continue along the Great Ocean Road, stopping at Kennett River to see koalas and colorful native birds in the wild. You’ll also spot Eastern Grey Kangaroos grazing freely. In the Great Otway National Park, take a guided walk through a temperate rainforest filled with towering trees and lush ferns. Arrive at the Twelve Apostles in the afternoon after the crowds have left, and marvel at these iconic rock formations. For a thrilling experience, take an optional helicopter ride along the coastline. End the day at Loch Ard Gorge, where you’ll hear the gripping story of the famous shipwreck. **Day 2: Port Campbell to Port Fairy** Start your day with another visit to the Twelve Apostles in the soft morning light, then head to Loch Ard Gorge. Next, travel to Warrnambool for a delicious lunch before visiting Tower Hill Wildlife Park, where you’ll learn about Aboriginal culture and meet native wildlife on an interactive tour. Spend the evening in the charming seaside village of Port Fairy, where you can relax and enjoy the local atmosphere. **Day 3: Port Fairy to Naracoorte** Today, cross into South Australia, stopping in Portland for panoramic views from Cape Nelson Lighthouse. Continue through pine plantations to the riverside village of Nelson for a lovely lunch. Afterward, head to Mount Gambier to explore the famous Blue Lake and the dramatic Umpherston Sinkhole. Arrive in Naracoorte in the evening for an overnight stay. **Day 4: Naracoorte to Adelaide** Start the day with a guided tour of the Naracoorte Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its fossil discoveries. Enjoy the open countryside as you travel toward Adelaide, crossing the Mighty River Murray by ferry. Visit the Coonawarra wine region, famous for its exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, and enjoy lunch and wine tasting at Bremerton Winery in Langhorne Creek. Then, visit the German village of Hahndorf, where you can take a 20-minute stroll through its historic streets. Your adventure concludes with sweeping views of Adelaide from Mount Lofty, before being dropped off at your hotel, ending your Great Ocean Road and Beyond experience with memories to cherish forever.

Our first stop along the coast is at a famous surfing beach before travelling the very scenic Great Ocean Road. While winding our way along we stop to view the ‘Arch’ and tell you of the intriguing story of this incredible memorial road. Lorne is the largest of the seaside resorts and is a perfect place for a lunch break. After lunch we cruise along the spectacular road, stopping at many scenic spots including Kennett River where we try to spot koalas in the wild. Your private self contained villa is set high on a hill overlooking the Southern Ocean. This amazing setting is a great place to relax and unwind for a couple of hours (accommodation based on availability). Dinner tonight is at the most renowned restaurant along the coast, Chris’s at Beacon Point. Our journey starts after breakfast with us travelling through the Otway ranges where we take you on a 1km guided walk through a cool temperate rainforest gully to see the world’s tallest flowering plants, prehistoric trees and ferns. Our first stop along the Shipwreck coast is at Castle Cove overlooking the Aire River valley. In this area millions of years ago when Australia was part of the great southern land, Gondwana, dinosaurs were roaming the land. A unique find along the coast in 1987 uncovered important clues into the world’s prehistoric past. The 12 Apostles are Icons of Australia’s natural beauty. We arrive as the stacks are lit with the morning sun making them perfect for photos and crowd free. After hearing of the creation of the stacks and holding some of the limestone rock you can explore the beautiful sights. We then visit ‘Loch Ard Gorge’, the site of the most famous 19th century Australian shipwreck. We retell the story from the calm voyage, the tragic wreck, the courageous survivors and their ultimate fate. While hearing the tale you will be able to see and hold some original artefacts, photos and documents from the ‘Loch Ard’ contained in our treasure chests. Port Campbell is our lunch stop for today. After lunch we travel to a lesser known but highly impressive area of the Great Ocean Road west of Port Campbell. Our journey then continues through Warrnambool and onto Tower Hill Game Reserve where we may have the chance to see Koalas, Kangaroos and Emus. Our journey then continues through picturesque Port Fairy towards Mount Gambier, home of the ‘Blue’ crater lake and numerous ‘sinkholes’. We check into our overnight accommodation at ‘The Barn’, or similar, in Mount Gambier and start enjoying friendly country hospitality in complete comfort. Our third day starts with a visit to the Naracoorte Caves National Park for a cave tour with a local guide. These limestone caves are World Heritage listed area due to the fossils of the ‘Mega Fauna’ found buried in the Caves. We stop in Keith for lunch before joining the highway towards Adelaide. On our approach to the city we visit the very popular tourist village of Hahndorf and Mount Lofty summit.

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