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Apollo Bay for Kids!

Kid friendly

Kids have the best of both worlds in Apollo Bay - the mountains and the sea! Find out how to keep your children entertained during your stay.

Nestled between the Great Otway National Park and the stunning coastline of the Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay offers endless family adventures including hiking, waterfalls, wildlife experiences and playing on the beach. This is one of the best family-friendly holiday destinations in Victoria!

  • Explore along the 3km crescent-shaped beach with safe, patrolled (during peak season) waters for walking, swimming, fishing, boarding and boating
  • Kayak with Australian fur seals on a guided kayak tour with Apollo Bay Surf & Kayak
  • Leave the sand behind and take a look at Apollo Bay from great heights. Marriners Lookout is a short drive then a 10-minute walk from the carpark on Marriners Lookout Road
  • Treat your tastebuds at the Apollo Bay Fisherman's Coop with fresh, locally caught seafood
  • Judge award-winning ice cream for yourself at Dooleys Ice Creamery
  • Take a walk on the wild side at Wildlife Wonders
  • Get a bird's eye view at Otway Fly Treetop Adventures
  • Search for glow worms at Melba Gully
  • Explore incredible waterfalls and the Redwood Forest.

After a big day out, you'll appreciate coming back to our place for a well deserved rest!

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