Family-Friendly Itinerary for Four Days in Deans Marsh

  • Day 1: Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park
    15 minutes (10.5 km) from Deans Marsh

    Visit and interact with Australia’s unique wildlife at the Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park. You can hand-feed and take photos with the friendly kangaroos and wallabies, and see koalas and other native animals in their natural habitats.

  • Day 2: Otway Fly Treetop Adventures
    16 minutes (12.3 km) from Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park

    Discover the rainforest from above at Otway Fly Treetop Adventures. Walk among the treetops on a 600m-long walkway, take the daring Zipline Tour, and enjoy breathtaking views from the 45m-high Spiral Tower.

  • Day 3: Bells Beach
    28 minutes (27.4 km) from Otway Fly Treetop Adventures

    Visit one of the world’s best surf beaches, Bells Beach. Watch surfers take on the waves, relax on the sand or swim, and take in the stunning coastal views. Don't miss the nearby Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary, where you can see colourful marine life and explore tide pools.

  • Day 4: Otway Harvest Trail
    20 minutes (16.1 km) from Bells Beach

    Discover the region’s top food and wine producers on the Otway Harvest Trail. Visit the farm gates, cellar doors and local stores, and taste the fresh organic produce, artisanal cheeses and chocolates, and locally made wines and beers.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park (2-3 hours, $14-$20)
  • Otway Fly Treetop Adventures (2-3 hours, $25-$75 depending on activity)
  • Bells Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Otway Harvest Trail (3-4 hours, prices vary by store)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $39-$95 per person

Transportation

You’ll need a car to get around Deans Marsh and the surrounding areas. Expect to spend around $70-$100 per day to rent a car. The driving time between locations ranges from 15-30 minutes.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting nearby locations such as the Cape Otway Lighthouse and the Twelve Apostles. If you have less time, skip the Otway Harvest Trail or choose only a few locations to visit. Keep in mind that most attractions close around 5 pm.

Airports

Avalon Airport (AVV) is the closest airport to Deans Marsh, located 78 km north-east of the town. Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 144 km north-east of Deans Marsh. A rental car or private transfer is recommended for the 1.5-2.5 hour drive to Deans Marsh from either airport.

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