Otways Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where you can go for a walk between the trees and go ziplining.
Lighthouse under setting sun.
You'll find this beauty just inland from Great Ocean Road in Otway National Park.  Beauchamp Falls pictured here isn't far from Hopetoun Falls which makes them both perfect to visit on the same day. A walking track leads you through magnificent Mountain Ash forests, with ancient Myrtle Beeches, large Blackwoods and thick ferns until you finally arrive to see these spectacular falls crashing over a ledge into a large pool. I positioned myself behind some old mossy logs to the side of the clearing below the falls and some nice soft light filtered through the trees creating this beautiful scene 😍

Where to stay in Otways

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Elliminyt

Travellers like the golf courses in Elliminyt, and Colac Golf Course is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Elliminyt
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Colac East

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Colac East and surrounding area, you can visit Colac Botanic Gardens and Lake Colac.

Colac East
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Colac West

While Colac West isn't home to many top sights, Colac Golf Course and Lake Colac are some notable places to visit nearby.

Colac West
Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs

Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs

4.5 out of 5
Worm Bay Road Warrnambool VIC
The price is NZ$176 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$176
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Warrnambool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Very clean, spacious, comfortable room. Deluxe spar was amazing. Very friendly helpful staff. Thank you ☺️

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs
Cumberland Lorne Resort

Cumberland Lorne Resort

4.5 out of 5
150 Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC
The price is NZ$345 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
NZ$345
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lorne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,051 reviews)
The hotel is in an amazing location but is quite dated. Beds and sheets weren’t very comfortable and could use refreshing.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Cumberland Lorne Resort
Mid City Warrnambool

Mid City Warrnambool

4 out of 5
525 Raglan Parade Warrnambool VIC
The price is NZ$158 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
NZ$158
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Warrnambool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
SPOTLESS

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Mid City Warrnambool
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Cumberland Lorne Resort

Cumberland Lorne Resort

4.5 out of 5
150 Mountjoy Parade Lorne VIC
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lorne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,051 reviews)
The hotel is in an amazing location but is quite dated. Beds and sheets weren’t very comfortable and could use refreshing.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Cumberland Lorne Resort
Great Ocean Road Resort

Great Ocean Road Resort

4 out of 5
105 Great Ocean Road Anglesea VIC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Anglesea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (990 reviews)
Exceeded expectations, great facilities and the staff are amazing

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Great Ocean Road Resort
BIG4 Aireys Inlet

BIG4 Aireys Inlet

3 out of 5
19 Great Ocean Rd Aireys Inlet VIC
Stay at this cabin in Aireys Inlet. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sandy Gully Beach and Eco Logic are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Clean amenities and great customer service

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

BIG4 Aireys Inlet
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Popular places to visit

Twelve Apostles which includes a gorge or canyon, a sunset and rocky coastline

The Twelve Apostles

Appearing to proceed solemnly around the Shipwreck Coast of Victoria, these colossal limestone formations are a breathtaking sight to behold on the Great Ocean Road.

The Twelve Apostles
Great Otway National Park featuring rainforest

Great Otway National Park

Marvel at the natural beauty of this Cape Otway reserve as you camp in dense rainforest, walk atop coastal cliffs or bike down trails flanked by ferns and waterfalls.

Great Otway National Park
El Faro / The Lighthouse

Great Ocean Road Waterfront

You can take time to visit Great Ocean Road Waterfront during your travels to Apollo Bay. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Great Ocean Road Waterfront
Warrnambool Beach which includes a bay or harbour, surf and a sandy beach

Warrnambool Beach

Play among the waves, take your surfboard out to the breaks or drop a fishing line off the breakwater at Warrnambool’s fantastic local beach.

Warrnambool Beach
Apollo Bay Harbour which includes a marina and boating

Apollo Bay Harbour

Whether staying in Apollo Bay, cruising through town down the Great Ocean Road or sailing in on a yacht, this harbour provides safe haven with great dining, watersports and impeccable views.

Apollo Bay Harbour
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village showing a lighthouse, signage and a bay or harbour

Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village

Find out about Warrnambool’s perilous Shipwreck Coast when you explore this preserved 1870s village and maritime museum overlooking the shores of Lady Bay.

Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village

Cities near Otways

Port Campbell which includes a beach and views as well as a large group of people

Port Campbell

Griffiths Island Lighthouse featuring rocky coastline

Port Fairy

Apollo Bay featuring general coastal views

Apollo Bay

Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village showing a lighthouse, signage and a bay or harbour

Warrnambool

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