DAY 2 Halls Gap to Warrnambool

Up early to start the day with a hike to the iconic Pinnacles lookout with an amazing view over the Grampians. Later, visit the Tower Hill Conservation Reserve, an extinct volcano bursting with Australian wildlife and a region rich in Indigenous history. Finish the day with time to relax in the seaside town of Warrnambool with its sandy beaches and panoramic ocean views. (B) Driving Distance: 190km. Hike Distance: 4.5km.

DAY 3 Warrnambool to Melbourne

The last day is a journey along the historic Great Ocean Road. Beginning with the highlights of the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & London Bridge, where you will have ample time to capture every angle of this incredible rock formation. Embark on a guided rainforest walk in the Great Otway National Park, before lunch in the popular seaside town of Apollo Bay where you can stretch your legs window shopping or dip your toes in the ocean. We make a stop to do some koala spotting before taking on that last part of the Great Ocean Road. Follow the road to its end as it twists and turns with stops at Memorial Arch and a famous surf beach or two. Arrive into the cosmopolitan Melbourne early evening. (B) Driving Distance: 360km.

• 6:45 – Adelaide Central YHA, 135 Waymouth St, Adelaide
• 6:55 – Mantra, 55-67 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide
• 7:00 – Hostel 109 – 109 Carrington St, Adelaide

** Please arrive 5-10mins prior to your nominated pickup location, so as not to delay or miss your tour.

Part of our responsibility is educating guests on minimal impact practices and the importance of ensuring the safety of wildlife and the environmental sustainability of the destinations we visit.

Learn more about EcoTourism: https://www.ecotourism.org.au/

Traditional Owners

Autopia Tours would like to begin by paying our respects to the traditional owners of this country. Please be conscious and respectful of the sensitivities of indigenous culture and the spiritual connection they have with the land at all times.

Wildlife Encounters

The natural behaviours of wildlife are to be respected and not interfered with. When viewing wildlife, people should take care to avoid rapid or sudden movements, which could frighten the animal, and should keep noise to a minimum and refrain from touching, petting or feeding all wildlife including birds. Contact with people can introduce diseases to wildlife and can cause them to become aggressive.

Wildlife should not be handled or fed, unless by certified wildlife handlers. Feeding wildlife can alter their natural foraging behaviour and can lead to disease or illness through contact with people and the introduction of foods that are harmful to their digestive system. Feeding wildlife can also cause them to become aggressive toward people.

Wildlife that appears to be in distress, injured or in danger should be reported immediately to the appropriate authority, such as your Guide/Tour Leader, a National Park Ranger or Visitor Centre Staff.

Protecting our National Parks

People should remain on designated walking tracks, behind safety barriers/fences and follow all directions given by the guide/tour leader. Venturing off these can alter fragile ecosystems and can harm wildlife shelters and native vegetation. There are other dangers to be aware of too, such as cliff edges, unstable rock formations, overhanging tree branches and slippery ground cover. Remaining on tracks ensures safe visitation for guests and the environment.

No flora or fauna should be removed from their natural setting. This includes dead wood, fallen leaves, flowers and so forth, as they form part of the ecosystem of the region and their removal could cause a disturbance.

Waste Management

All buses are fitted with waste bins. No organic waste should be disposed of onto the ground. Although organic, items such as banana peels, apple cores, bread and other food scraps, are not natural/native to the region and can introduce pest species, diseases or harm to wildlife if found and eaten. We recommend all passengers bring a water bottle with you on our 2 Day Adelaide to Melbourne Tour. Purchasing bottled water contributes large amounts of plastic into the landfill. Therefore, we ask guests to bring their own bottle, as there is access to water refill stations available on our vehicles. Please ensure you stay hydrated throughout the tour to reduce the risk of sun exposure and dehydration.

First Aid

All our guides carry a current Level 2 First Aid certificate. Please report any accident or illness to your tour guide. We recommend anyone with an existing medical condition to carry their medication with them on tour and to notify their tour guide at the beginning of the tour.

If you are a smoker! We ask you to refrain from smoking whilst in the company of other passengers and limit it to designated smoking areas. Smoking is not permitted on any of our vehicles, or in any type of accommodation including permanent campsites. We make frequent ‘comfort stops’ to allow free time for guests but cannot guaranteed smoke breaks. Please ensure you dispose of your cigarette butt responsibly and appropriately.