Drive to Colac via the A1 and head directly to Port Campbell from there.

No....you can’t....not accessible....however further down, there is a spot called Gibson steps....which you access the beach. Thanks

Hi, we‘ve been there 8 weeks ago. We can recommend Cape Otway. There you can spot Koalas. Also everything close to the 12 Apostels is great! Try to get to the 12 Apostels itself at sunset. It’s amazing. Enjoy your time.

We went in May and did a one day trip trip from Melbourne and stopped at Split Point lighthouse and Apollo Bay for the scallop pies. Reached the Twelve Apostles around 2pm and the sun was behind the rocks so the pictures did not look as nice on the side which has more of the rock formation. As my husband is an avid photographer the angle of the light was not ideal. If we have the time we would prefer to stay 1 night at Port Campbell and visit the 12 Apostles in the morning. I have not tried the inland road but perhaps take the GOR on the way there and the inland road on the way back.

Australia has a strict no pets allowed except for service dogs at any of the reserves, preserves or national parks. If the pet is traveling with you it has to stay in the car. There are signs in many of the national parks letting people know about this. So definitely no walking of you dog at 12 Apostles. From the Office of Environment and Heritage "Domestic pets can be a threat to native animals, and can disrupt other people's enjoyment of parks and reserves. The NPWS wants to maintain the natural environment and visitor enjoyment of these parks, while promoting equitable access to parks for people with disabilities. The NPWS therefore provides park access for trained assistance animals, but access for other pets needs to be restricted." You can google pet policy national parks Australia and you will see the page I am quoting from which has a title pets in parks policy As for accommodation there are plenty of options in the area. The caravan parks are primarily privately owned and campers and pet policies are up to the owners. Generally I don't think they restrict pets in the campgrounds as long as they are not inside the parks. I used trip advisor to get an idea of the possible places to stay and the price range. Google Port Campbel visitor information center and check out the webpagel.

Hi, thanks for your question. Care needs to be taken on all Australian roads travelling after dark as wildlife such as Kangaroos and Wallabies can present a hazard to drivers. My suggestion would be to stay overnight in one of the local towns such as Port Campbell. As far as the roads are concerned, they are good quality sealed roads. If travelling from Melbourne I would suggest driving along the Great Ocean Road to get to the Twelve Apostles, then returning via the inland route through Colac. Have a fantastic holiday!

Hi, Many people rush the trip to the twelve apostles and miss out on the best parts of the 'journey'. The rush in 1 day also results in the visitor arriving at the busiest time of day with a lot of coaches and tour groups. It can be very crowded at this time. I would suggest taking at least 2 days, driving along the Great Ocean Road from Torquay and stop at a range of great viewpoints and seaside townships along the way. National Park visits include Erskine Falls and Maits Rest Rainforest Walk. If you arrive at the Twelve Apostles later you can enjoy less crowds and a sunset view. Stay in Port Campbell and either get up early for a sunrise view of the Twelve Apostles then visit Gibsons Steps, Loch Ard Gorge and the Bay of Islands Coastal Park before heading back to Melbourne. You won't be disappointed.

You can go and see it for free