Twelve Apostles

Limestone stacks rise from Southern Ocean surf along the cliffs of Victoria's Great Ocean Road.

Follow the clifftop boardwalk for the stacks stretching west along the coast, with warm light late in the day. Stay behind the railings: the limestone is unstable, and Loch Ard Gorge's beach steps are closed. Bring a windproof layer. Advance bookings are scheduled from 16 October 2026; check the official site for current access and fee details.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec
Time needed
1 to 2 hours

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Twelve Apostles

Limestone stacks rise from Southern Ocean surf along the cliffs of Victoria's Great Ocean Road.

Follow the clifftop boardwalk for the stacks stretching west along the coast, with warm light late in the day. Stay behind the railings: the limestone is unstable, and Loch Ard Gorge's beach steps are closed. Bring a windproof layer. Advance bookings are scheduled from 16 October 2026; check the official site for current access and fee details.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec
Time needed
1 to 2 hours

Get around

Eat & drink

Sleep

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