Walk a gentle 1.4 km path with a conservationist on the Great Ocean Road to spot koalas, lyrebirds and other Otways wildlife. This 75-minute tour includes a stop at the Conservation Ecology Centre research hub and supports local species recovery.
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A salt-scented breeze pushes through tall eucalypts as a small group gathers at the Conservation Ecology Centre on the Great Ocean Road. The guide fits headsets and passes around binoculars; the path ahead is a 1.4 km, all-abilities track that curves through grassland, fern gullies and open forest with the ocean visible in the distance. The walk moves deliberately—quiet, observant—and the bush responds: a koala blink here, a lyrebird calling there.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal elevation gain and an all-abilities surface makes it accessible to most visitors.
Wildlife
History
The Otways sit on the traditional lands of the Gadubanud people; contemporary conservation in the area combines scientific research with local stewardship to protect coastal forest species.
Conservation
Tour fees fund on-site research and habitat restoration; visitors are asked to stick to the path and minimize disturbance to support long-term monitoring.
Reserve your spot on the Walk with Wildlife: Guided Tour in Great Ocean Road today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Move quietly, look closely
The tour relies on slow, low-noise observation—keep voices down and flash photography to a minimum to increase wildlife sightings.
Wear grippy shoes
The path is mostly flat but can be slippery in fern gullies—sturdy walking shoes reduce slipping risk.
Bring a refillable bottle
Coastal winds and active wildlife watching can dehydrate you; water is essential for the 75-minute tour.
Check weather and layer up
Coastal weather changes quickly—carry a lightweight rain shell and a warm mid-layer even on warm days.
Sturdy walking shoes
Provide traction on boardwalks and uneven forest surfaces.
Light rain jacket or shell
Protects against sudden coastal showers and wind.
spring
Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during the 75-minute walk.
summer
Insect repellent
Useful in warmer months and damp gullies to reduce bites.
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