Walk and Relax in comfort with the WO5(B) package

A pdf brochure of this package can be obtained here

	Distance	Parks Victoria Grading	Duration (Approx)	Accommodation Type:	Food Provided:
The evening before walk commences	N/A	N/A	N/A	Not included	Not included
Day 1	21.2km or 25.6km	Medium / Hard If you arrive earlier and wish to walk further, please call to change the meeting spot.	7hrs or 8hrs 30mins	En suite room in the award winning Eco animal rehabilitation Centre Optional dusk guided tour included	Breakfast and lunch NOT included. Please bring a packed lunch for your first days walk. There are cafes/ shops in Apollo Bay. Dinner is included.
Day 2	22.5km + optional 1.6km detour to rainbow falls (or 16.5km)	Medium A shorter days walk of 16.5km is possible.	8hrs 30mins plus 45 mins  for Light House visit or 6hrs 15mins	Private farmhouse (bedroom confguration listed below)   Close to indoor pool	Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner Included.
Day 3	16km	Medium	6hrs	Private farmhouse	Breakfast, Packed lunch and Dinner included.
Day 4	16km	Hard	6 hrs 30 mins	Private farmhouse	Breakfast, Packed lunch and Dinner included.
Day 5	17.7km	Medium / Easy	5hrs 30 mins	No accommodation included on last day. Approx return to Apollo Bay - 2.30pm (drop  off to V-line bus stop if required)	Breakfast and packed lunch included. Dinner not included.

 

Please note that above times and distances are as stated on the official 'Great Ocean Walk Map'. These times are a guide only, and intended for walkers carrying heavy packs. As Walk 91 hikers are only carrying a daypack, we have kept to the Park Victoria time guidelines, but hope that this generous timing will allow you sufficient time for lunch and short rests along the track.

 

Please read Walk 91s booking conditions and 'General Information' pages.

 

 

PRICE INCLUDES:

 

Night 1 whilst walking: Accommodation at an award winning Conservation Centre

This Conservation Centre is a magnificent ‘post and beam’, mud brick structure, set within kangaroo meadows. Integrating beautifully with nature and adjoining the Great Otway National Park, the multi award-winning centre offers superb dining and exquisite surroundings, in the wilderness setting of the Otways.

Feel free to ask the knowledgeable staff about the flora and fauna, and the rehabilitation of local and injured wildlife. If desired, they will take you on a tour of the grounds in the golden light of the evening. The centre's founders Lizzie and Shayne, are qualified scientists dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity and ecological systems, recognised by the Banksia Foundation, the UN and the Australian Prime Minister. 

The centre is certified as an advanced eco-tourism destination, and also has a library and nature studies room. The comfortable accommodation, which is solar powered, has en-suite bedrooms.

Please note that the centre has 5 rooms only: 3 queen rooms and 2 twin bedrooms available.

Please advise on booking which rooms you require and we will happily check availability.

 

Night 2, 3 &4: Private farmhouse

This cottage accommodates 10 guests and  is an authentic four bedroom farmhouse.  The bedroom configuration is as follows:
Bedroom 1 has one king size bed, Bedroom 2 has one queen size bed, Bedroom 3 has two single beds and Bedroom 4 has two x two single bunk beds.

The Farmhouse is fully self contained and  situated near the heated indoor pool. (Please note  there are additional showers and  toilets in the pool house.)  It enjoys great views of the valley and  has a large outdoor lawn area which is fully fenced. The Farmhouse does  not  have  sea views, but is only 550  metres walk to the beach. (There is a reception area, for you  to request any  help if needed).

• Wood  Fire
• Aurora Television, DVD, VCR, CD Player
• Reverse Cycle Heating & Air Conditioning
• All Bedding Linen & Towels
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Dishwasher, Microwave & Fridge/Freezer
• Laundry Facilities inc. iron
• BBQ facilities
• Accommodates 10

MEALS:

Breakfast each morning & a packed Lunch each day (excluding day 1)

Evening meals each night (Alcohol not included)

At the Eco Centre you will be given a choice of meal, whilst eating in the dining room.

Below is a menu you will be sent to select from, whilst you are staying in the farmhouse. Please note that you will be asked to warm up the food as and when you wish to eat your meals.

BREAKFAST Fresh homemade Muesli, Yoghurt, Milk, Poached fruit, Juice (orange or apple) OR Eggs, Bacon, Bread, Butter, Tomatoes, Juice (orange or apple) - please note you cook the eggs and bacon as desired. OR Fresh homemade Muesli, Yoghurt, Milk, Poached fruit, Brioche, Honey, Juice (orange or apple)

LUNCH Olive Baguettes filled fresh ham and salad, Muffin, fresh fruit, Juice (orange or apple), Muesli slice OR Wraps x 2 with chicken and salad or roast veg & salad, Apple slice, Piece of Fresh fruit, Juice , Muesli slice OR Bacon and vegetable frittata, Sundried tomatoes, Olives, Piece of fresh fruit, Juice (orange or apple), Muesli slice OR Baguettes with cheese or tuna with salad, Apple slice, Piece of Fresh fruit, Juice and Muesli slice

DINNER Quiche (vegetarian or bacon), Fresh Greek salad, Sticky date pudding, caramel sauce and ice cream OR Lasagne, Fresh tossed garden salad, Lemon tart with cream and berry couli OR Lamb shanks, served with creamy garlic mash potatoes. Flourless orange and almond cake, served with cream OR Chicken Saltimbocca, served with oven roasted potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetables, Bread & butter pudding with caramel sauce & ice cream OR Vegetarian risotto, Fresh tossed garden salad, Orange Almond cake OR Vegetarian soup and crusty bread Lemon tart with cream and berry couli

 

TRANSPORT:

From Apollo Bay to the start of your walk at Marengo

From the end of your walk returning you back to Apollo Bay

To / from the walk meeting points as listed above.

 

 

TRANSFERS:

Of your ‘luggage’ packs to your accommodation

So you only need to carry a daypack with you on the walk.

 

PRICE ALSO INCLUDES:

 

• A ‘Dusk Guided Walk’, accompanied by qualified naturalists. In the golden light of the evening, they will endeavour to show you Australia’s most iconic marsupials, Kangaroos and Wallabies, as well as many birds.
• Tickets to the Cape Otway Light Station for each walker. Tour the 18 metre, 150 year old Light Station, and visit the Telegraph Station and World War ll radar station. Enjoy the spectacular views, and explore the surrounding precinct.  (You are able to rest and have a coffee here if desired at your own cost).
• A visit to the Twelve Apostles at the end of your walk (just past Glenample). Walk 91 will transport you to the viewing platform at the Twelve Apostles, wait for 20 minutes whilst you admire the view, then return you back to Apollo Bay.
• An Official Parks Victoria ‘Great Ocean Walk’ Map*
• A Map ‘dry bag’ *
• Walking notes *
• A Photographic laminated Indigenous Plants Chart *
• A Photographic laminated Indigenous Wildlife Chart *
• Free rental of an ‘EPIRB’ (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) 1 per group/ booking
• Walking poles are available if required.

*One set of notes, laminates and 1 map will be issued per each 2 people walking. Additional maps can be purchased on arrival if you require extras. The above are posted to one address – to the person making the booking / paying the deposit.

 

 

Cost of WO5(B) package

Five people sharing 3X rooms (with queen beds and twin beds) at the Eco Centre    The Private farmhouse has 4 rooms, as detailed above   AUD$1160 per person (including GST) Deposit required: AUD$1740	Six people sharing 3X rooms (with queen beds and twin beds) at the Eco Centre      The Private farmhouse has 4 rooms, as detailed above   AUD$1120 per person (including GST) Deposit required: AUD$2015	Seven people sharing 4X rooms (with queen beds and twin beds) at the Eco Centre      The Private farmhouse has 4 rooms, as detailed above   AUD$1080 per person (including GST) Deposit required: AUD$2265	Eight people sharing 4X rooms (with queen beds and twin beds) at the Eco Centre      The Private farmhouse has 4 rooms, as detailed above   AUD$1040 per person (including GST) Deposit required: AUD$2495	Nine people sharing 5X rooms (with queen beds and twin beds) at the Eco Centre      The Private farmhouse has 4 rooms, as detailed above   AUD$1020 per person (including GST) Deposit required: AUD$2754	Ten people sharing 5X rooms (with queen beds and twin beds) at the Eco Centre      The Private farmhouse has 4 rooms, as detailed above   AUD$999 per person (including GST) Deposit required: AUD$2995

Please check with your group the preferred sleeping arrangements, and we will check with the accommodation that this is available for your chosen dates.

 

Cost W05(B)  at Christmas, Easter or public holiday weekends

 

The above prices do not include Christmas, Easter or public holiday weekends. We will advise the price depending on your specified dates.

 

If you would like a quote for more people or a quote with any changes / requests, please contact us.

A 30% deposit is required to secure your booking. This itinerary is subject to availability.

Full payment is required 30 days before departure. Please read Walk91’s booking conditions.

Please advise which dates you would most prefer to walk, and we will happily look at availability for you.

Please also advise if you would like accommodation the evening your walk concludes in Apollo Bay. 

 

ACCOMMODATION BEFORE & AFTER THE WALK:

 

Walk 91 is happy to book accommodation for you in Apollo Bay, for the evening before your walk commences and / or for the afternoon you return from your walk. 

Price note:

The following accommodation prices fluctuate at different times of year and days of the week. They also vary depending on whether a double or twin share is required. If any of the following options interest you, Walk 91 will reconfirm the price for your requested dates and sleeping arrangements, and advise availability. Please let us know when booking the above itinerary if you would like any of the following options included in your quote.

 

The YHA.

This is a new eco friendly building with a large shared kitchen, and bright, roomy lounge areas. The rooms are NOT en suite; however this hostel is very popular with walkers.

Breakfast and lunch for your first days walk is not included, but you are close to cafes and supermarkets. The YHA is approx 5 minutes walk from the V-line bus stop. There are some great restaurants in Apollo Bay where you can buy dinner when you arrive, if you do not feel like cooking.

Additional cost to this itinerary: from $100 per night (please refer to price note above)

 

Motel with a double room, en suite.

This motel is opposite the V-line bus stop on the Great Ocean Road, and on Apollo Bay’s main shopping strip.

It is very clean and the hosts are friendly and helpful. No breakfast and packed lunch is included for your first days walk, but you are close to shops and cafes.

Additional cost to this itinerary: from $130 per night (please refer to price note above)

 

Four star B&B accommodation.

This is a really lovely B&B, with very comfortable rooms. It has a large reception/ breakfast room and bar area.

Breakfast and a packed lunch are included for your first days walk. This accommodation is also close to shops and restaurants for dinner when you arrive. It is a 2 minute walk from the V-line bus stop.

Additional cost to this itinerary: from $280 per night (please refer to price note above)

 

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:

If you are travelling from Melbourne Central to Apollo Bay:

'V-line' is the best way to come    http://www.vline.com.au/home/

This link gives you the timetable. You cannot reserve a seat on this service, but we have never had any report that it was full. There are generally 2 or 3 buses a day. Select for e.g. Melbourne Southern Cross Station to Apollo Bay, and the date you wish to travel, and the relevant bus and train options will be listed.

The train leaves from Melbourne Southern Cross Station (which is from the city centre), and takes approximately an hour to Geelong. A bus waits for the train outside the Geelong train station, which then takes approx 2 hours and 30 minutes along the Great Ocean Road, to Apollo Bay. If you sit on the left hand side of the bus, you will have magnificent views of the ocean and coastline for most of your journey. The bus stops outside the Apollo Bay Information Centre. The approx price is $38pp each way.

 

If you are travelling from Tullamarine Melbourne International Airport:

The 'Gull Bus', which leaves from the airport, also connects to the Geelong train station, to meet the ‘V-line' bus to Apollo Bay.     http://www.gull.com.au/gull_time.shtml

You are able to book the Gull bus in advance.

 

If you wish to travel back to Melbourne, straight after you finish your walk, please let us know. We will be able to arrange for you to start your days walk earlier than the usual time, so that you can catch the early afternoon ‘V-line’ bus.

 

If you are travelling from Avalon airport to Apollo Bay:

There is a shuttle bus which leaves regularly from the airport, which takes approx 20mins to Geelong train station. There is a fee (Jan 2011) of approx $18 one way. Here you can catch the v-line bus to Apollo Bay Information Centre which takes approx 2 hours and 30 minutes. There is a fee (Jan 2011) of approx $15 one way. However there are usually only 2 or 3 buses a day, so it is best to look at the train timetable first before you book your flight to avoid long waiting times at Geelong train & bus station. The bus is very reliable.

For times:

http://www.vline.com.au/home/

Select for e.g. Geelong train station to Apollo Bay, and the date you wish to travel, and relevant bus options will be listed. If you sit on the left hand side of the bus, you will have magnificent views of the ocean and coastline for most of your journey. The bus stops outside the Apollo Bay Information Centre.

 

CAR PARKING:

If you are driving along the Great Ocean Rd to Apollo Bay, a suggestion is that you park your car close to the police station in Nelson St whilst you are on your walk. Walk 91 cannot guarantee that your car will be safe, but as yet we have not had any incidents of damage or theft to vehicles.

Please note: Walk 91 will not take any responsibility for the safety of your vehicle. Walk 91 will not take any responsibility for any outcome, resulting from any recommendations given regarding parking locations. Vehicles are left at your own risk.

TO BOOK / OR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to book or make inquires about the above itinerary or additional options, please

Email: info@walk91.com.au   Call us on: (03) 5237 1189      International: + 61 3 5237 1189