🚗🌿 Road Trip from Apollo Bay to Cape Otway Lightstation

#holidayitinerary #august2025 #roadtrip #aussie Driving from Apollo Bay to the Cape Otway Lightstation is one of those journeys where the road itself is just as magical as the destination. Winding through the lush green expanse of Great Otway National Park, the drive treats you to rolling hills, towering eucalyptus trees, and sudden glimpses of the wild Southern Ocean. But what truly makes this stretch special are the unexpected roadside encounters. Keep your eyes on the treetops — chances are you’ll spot wild koalas lounging lazily among the eucalyptus branches. Pulling over to quietly watch them in their natural habitat is a rare and heartwarming highlight of the journey. 🐨💚 At the end of the road awaits the Cape Otway Lightstation, perched dramatically on rugged cliffs where the Bass Strait meets the Southern Ocean. It’s not only the oldest surviving lighthouse on mainland Australia but also a place of immense beauty, with panoramic ocean views that feel both wild and timeless. ✨ Highlights Along the Way: • 🌳 Scenic drive through Great Otway National Park. • 🐨 Spotting wild koalas in eucalyptus trees roadside. • 🌊 Visiting the historic Cape Otway Lightstation with breathtaking coastal views.