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The Great Ocean Walk (Victoria, Australia)

Activities for Tourists

The Twelve Apostles are a collection of limestone stacks off the shore of Port Campbell National Park, standing at over 45 meters tall. These formations were created by erosion over time from the Southern Ocean. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the Apostles from viewing platforms at the visitors center or helicopter tours.

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Loch Ard Gorge is a stunning natural formation that was created by a shipwreck that occurred in 1878. The gorge is named after the ship Loch Ard, which ran aground on nearby Muttonbird Island. Visitors can take a walk down to the beach and explore the caves and arches created by the ocean's erosion.

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The Otway Fly Treetop Adventures is an eco-tourism attraction that offers visitors the chance to walk through the treetops of the Otway Ranges. The attraction includes a 600-meter-long treetop walk and a 45-meter-high lookout tower that offers stunning views of the surrounding forest and ocean.

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History

The Great Ocean Walk is a 91-kilometer-long trail that runs along the coastline of Victoria, Australia. The trail offers stunning views of the Southern Ocean and the surrounding natural formations, including the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the Otway Ranges. The trail was opened in 2004 and has since become a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Food

The Great Ocean Road is known for its fresh seafood, particularly crayfish and abalone. The region also produces high-quality cheeses and wines, which can be enjoyed at local restaurants and wineries along the trail.

Wikipedia page

🔗 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Ocean_Walk

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