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Loch Ard Gorge
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Loch Ard Gorge

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Loch Ard Gorge, also known as the Loch Ard Gorge, is located within Port Campbell National Park along Australia's Great Ocean Road. Adjacent to the Twelve Apostles, it is a stop on the Shipwreck Coast with a particularly poignant story. The gorge is named after a shipwreck in 1878: that year, a British immigrant ship named the "Loch Ard" struck a reef near the shore while en route to Melbourne. More than 50 people on board perished, and only two teenagers—ship apprentice Tom Pearce and Irish immigrant Eva Carmichael—survived, escaping to safety by using the waters within this gorge. Today, a small cemetery for the victims remains on the cliff top, burying the few victims who were recovered, while most remain forever in the depths of the sea. This cliff area is connected by several walking trails: along the geological trail, you can walk to the blade-like Razorback rock formation, and you can also see the former Island Arch sea arch—after it collapsed in 2009, only two independent rock pillars remained, which are now officially named Tom and Eva, fittingly echoing the two survivors from that year. Continuing forward, the roaring waves of Thunder Cave and the Blowhole, where seawater surges up from the cave when the waves are high, are also worth a stop. You can reach the beach at the bottom of the gorge by following the stairs; even if you don't go down to the beach, standing on the viewing platform to overlook the crescent-shaped beach at the bottom of the valley, the ochre cliffs on both sides, and the crashing waves of the Southern Ocean, the view is equally expansive and spectacular.

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12 apostles 90 minutes/no backlight] Melbourne Great Ocean Walk + Twelve Apostles 1-day tour
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I•Y11 March 2025
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The tour to Great Ocean Road was taken by the guide named Vance who is frequent with both English and Chinese. Since I only speak English and Japanese, it was helpful that guide can speak English too.The tour was operated quite strictly about time, so the tour went so smoothly than I expected.In the tour, you don’t need to worry about the problem of language because the guide always left the paper which show what time you should come back to bus.The guide Vance is kind and funny, and I really enjoyed his guide and recommendation.And I really enjoyed the beautiful view and it was stunning!!!!

Great Ocean Road

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JaymeLee28 January 2025
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Amazing viewing point! make sure you check out the beach and also the viewing deck. facilities are well taken care of and large parking lot

Twelve Apostles

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彤記TUNGKee22 February 2023
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When traveling the Great Ocean Road by car, you must come to Port Campbell~ It takes about four hours to drive from Melbourne city center If you play along the road, you can come here I kept seeing many traces left over from history. Every limestone is special What an eye-opener Another question is This town has a lot of delicious food A restaurant that is very popular among locals is the pizza restaurant Super fragrant and special One of the flavors is my first time eating it. It’s pumpkin-based pizza. Everyone can try it wherever you go. Give you an unexpected surprise #melbourne

Port Campbell National Park (Parks Victoria)

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_GG***2924 October 2019
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beatiful place to visit. the road trip was so nice along the ocean side. 12 apostles were also picturesque. love it!!

GREAT OCEAN ROAD WILDLIFE PARK

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蕙质兰心蕙质兰心13 September 2022
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Walking along the trail, you will arrive at the space under the Suzhou River Middle Ring Bridge, where you will feel like you are in a colorful "animal world". Rock Park is the first choice for young people who love sports and fitness. It provides spacious and comfortable sports venues for those who love basketball, football, skateboarding, frisbee and other sports, adding a touch of vitality to the Suzhou River.

Loch Ard Gorge

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M26***5125 March 2025
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A highly recommended tourist route. The guide's patient and detailed explanation and the beautiful scenery along the way make people linger.

Great Ocean Walk

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张知珩7 June 2020
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The attraction is free but you have to go down a long flight of stairs. There is a soft sandy beach and many foreigners are swimming. In fact, there are many fun places along the way besides the Twelve Apostles. They are not even parks. Just an unknown beach is beautiful enough. Be sure to bring enough food and drinks. It is best to drive yourself. If you really can't, you can join a one-day tour group, but it is more tiring.

London Bridge

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Lavender and Sun25 April 2022
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It's a short drive from Otway to Gibson Steps, the first spot where you can see the Twelve Apostles, and you can go directly down to the beach to take pictures, so it's a must-see. It's very refreshing to be close to the sea, but the wind is very strong here, and the waves are also very big, so you need to wear more clothes. The only drawback is that the waves are too big, so the mist in the air is too thick.

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ssdiablo25 March 2020
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The English name of this place is Bay of Islands. If you go on a self-driving tour on the Great Ocean Road, it is relatively easy to find it on the navigation. Strictly speaking, this place is no longer within the classic route of the Great Ocean Road. Generally, the last stop of the Great Ocean Road tour route is London Bridge. It is still dozens of kilometers away from London Bridge. However, the scenery here is not inferior to any scenic spot on the Great Ocean Road. It is very magnificent. I personally recommend it!

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Exploring our one precious world7 January 2025
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The Grotto was my absolute favorite spot! We visited early, right after the 12 Apostles, and it was magical. While there are quite a few steps to get down, there are plenty of viewing stops along the way to catch your breath and take in the stunning scenery. Every angle offers incredible photo opportunities—it’s truly breathtaking. Going early meant we had the place almost to ourselves, making the experience even more special. If you want to fully enjoy the serene beauty of this natural wonder, beat the crowds and go first thing in the morning. An unforgettable highlight!

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