EXPERIENCE APOLLO BAY
WHY STAY IN APOLLO BAY?
Explore and experience this authentic Australian town
LOOKING FOR A REAL AUSSIE ADVENTURE?
Apollo Bay is a natural playground with plenty to do for you and your fellow travellers. From beach days to bike rides, iconic hikes and plenty of wildlife, there's something to spark your curiosity around every corner. Here are some of our top picks...
HIT THE BEACH
Apollo Bay is home to world-class beaches - in fact, it’s actually one of the biggest draws to the area. We recommend hitting up The Front Beach to catch some rays, take a walk along the sand and chill out during your travels.
CATCH A WAVE
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, Apollo Bay is the perfect place to surf the waves. Thinking about a lesson? Guess what... We do surf lessons in- house through our sister business. lessons are available for anyone of any ability, making it the best spot to learn a new skill while travelling. Just give us a call so that we can book you onto a lesson as all hostel guests get lessons heaps cheaper!!!
DINE ON DELICIOUS SEAFOOD
Apollo Bay is known for its world class seafood. One of our local recommendations is The Fisherman’s Co-Op where you can sample fresh fish and chips while looking out over the harbour, bay and rolling hills.
TAKE A HIKE
Grab your trainers and head out on the Great Ocean Walk. Extending East to West, the Great Ocean Walk is a long distance trail which is just over 100kms between Apollo Bay and the iconic Twelve Apostles. The walk also overlooks the Marine National Park which offers access to deserted beaches and shipwreck sites.
SPOT THE WILDLIFE
Can you really say you've been to Australia if you haven't seen a koala? These cute guys hang out in the trees right by the hostel. Home to a variety of wildlife, you can also find wallabies, kangaroos and more here in Apollo Bay. There’s also a tonne of marine life in the area, with Southern Right whales normally being found between May and September each year.
SEE THE SIGHTS
Fancy panoramic views across the bay? Head north out of town and drive over to Marriners Lookout. Drop your car off in the car park, take a 10 minute walk along the foot trail and get ready for some spectacular scenery.
KAYAK WITH SEALS
Have a blast kayaking and get up close and personal with our Aussie fur seals. Paddle out to the Seal Colony, take in the views of the coast’s beautiful hills and reefs from the ocean and get back to nature. By the way you're in luck again as these tours are conducted by our sister business as well. Give us a call so that we can make sure you get the discount on these tours as well!!!
SAMPLE LOCAL CRAFT BEER
If you like a beer (or 3) then be sure to head to the Great Ocean Road Brewhouse during your time in Apollo Bay. Here, you can try the best craft beers from around the region, Australia and the world - including their house brew, Prickly Moses, which is brewed using pure rainforest rainwater.
DIVE IN
Apollo Bay offers a wide variety of spectacular diving, snorkeling and scuba diving attractions. Visit the Marengo Reefs Marine Sanctuary or dive one of Australia's greatest sites to check out the wreck of the SS Casino which is approximately 400m from the shore.
HIRE A BIKE
Explore Apollo Bay and beyond on two wheels. Cycle along one of the various routes through the rainforest or start from the township of Forrest (which is 45 minutes from Apollo Bay), where you can find some of the most diverse mountain biking trails in the country. Ask at reception and we'll point you in the right direction!