Accommodation in Apollo Bay, Great Ocean Road Victoria

Apollo Bay Activities & Attractions

There is much to see and in and around Apollo Bay. Must visits include Cape Otway Lightstation, Otway Fly, Great Otways National Park one of the finest rainforests anywhere in Australia where you can see magnificent fern gullies, huge trees, some hundreds of years old, magnificent waterfalls, glow worms bird and animal life. See the coastline from above with Apollo Bay Aviation.

Activities & Attractions

Apollo Bay Surf School
Apollo Bay Surf School
P.O. Box 346 Apollo Bay VIC 3233
Surfing is awesome fun and great exercise.
Apollo Bay Surf School conduct 1hour 30 minute lessons for all ages and all skill levels.
All equipment is provided. School and groups welcome.
Gift Vouchers Available

Apollo Bay Farmers Market
Apollo Bay Farmers Market
21 Moore Street Apollo Bay VIC 3233
Every Third Sunday of the Month 9am-1pm at 21 Moore Street Apollo Bay Youth Club.
Beautiful, fresh, local produce.
BBQ Breakfast 9am-11.30am

Water Safety Hints
Water Safety Hints
• Swim or surf only at beaches patrolled by lifeguards
• Always swim between the flags marking the area safer for swimming.
• Read and obey the signs
• Be careful where you dive – accidents often result from diving into shallow waters.
• Be aware of slippery banks and rocks when fishing
• Don’t swim under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Always swim under supervision
• If you get into trouble in the water, stay calm. Signal for help, then float and wait for assistance
• Float with a current or undertow. Don’t try to swim against it.
• When out on the water always wear the correct safety equipment.

Melba Gully State Park
Melba Gully State Park
3 kilometres west of Lavers Hill approximately 1 hour leisurely drive from Apollo Bay.
Known as the Jewel of the Otways, this is one of the wettest places in the state. The gully has prolific plant growth and is a dense rainforest of Myrtle Beech, Blackwood and Tree-ferns, with an understorey of low ferns and mosses.
Perhaps the most unusual inhabitants of the area are the glow worms, which can be seen at night along the walking tracks.
The 35 minute Madsen's Track Nature Walk departs from the picnic area, providing an adventure into a world of ancient, mossy trees and cool fern gullies.
Picnic tables, a gas barbecue and toilets are provided at this site. Camping is not permitted.
Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website.

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Surf-N-Fish
Shop 6/7, 157-159 Great Ocean Road Apollo Bay VIC 3233
For all your fishing, boating, scuba & surfing needs. Stocking the major surf clothing brands. Huge range of hire gear available.
Directly Opposite Information Centre

Fishing/Fishing Charters

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Surf-N-Fish
Shop 6/7, 157-159 Great Ocean Road Apollo Bay VIC 3233
For all your fishing, boating, scuba & surfing needs. Stocking the major surf clothing brands. Huge range of hire gear available.
Directly Opposite Information Centre

Coastal Fishing Information
Information about fishing along the Great Ocean Road.
List of best baits to use for each fish species.
Detailed information on the species of fish you might expect to catch in this area.

Ocean and River Fishing
Ocean and River Fishing
An all weather boat ramp is located at the harbour (western end of town). Fishing from the pier and breakwater produces good results. Surf fishing at Wild Dog Creek and Marengo are renowned for catches of salmon, trevally (great fighters) and the occasionally whiting.
Rock fishing is popular along the Great Ocean Road (be aware of your surroundings and the tide movements.
Remember you need a Fishing Licence for both ocean and river fishing.

Cruises/Flights/Tours

Apollo Bay Aviation Flights
Apollo Bay Aviation Flights
Apollo Bay VIC 3233
Helicopter or Cessna Flights. From Apollo Bay passengers have a choice of flights and packages to explore Victoria's greatest coastal landmarks by air.

Golf/Bowls

Apollo Bay Bowling Club
Apollo Bay Bowling Club
Corner Moore & Pascoe Streets Apollo Bay VIC 3233
Visitors Most Welcome
$5 Green Fees
Unlimited Play on Synthetic Carpet Green
Great Social Atmosphere