the great ocean walk

The Boomerangs at Johanna

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The Boomerangs at Johanna are situated in the middle of the Great Otway National Park; in the middle of the Great Ocean Walk and halfway along the Great Ocean Road. Consequently, we are central to all of the major attractions of the region. As well as the obvious attractions such as the 12 Apostles, there are a myriad of glorious, local gems which are never as crowded and just as beautiful. This particular area is blessed with numerous waterfalls, rainforest walks and beaches which are simply stunning.

The Great Ocean Walk

The Great Ocean Walk on Victoria's magnificent West Coast was first established in 2006 and rambles along one of the most spectacular coastlines in the world for almost 100 kilometres. The Great Ocean Walk begins in the small, coastal township of Apollo Bay and concludes at Glenample, an old historic homestead, just before the famous 12 Apostles. The scenery along the way is nothing short of breathtaking. Views - stunning views of the coast and local bush - which cannot be seen if you simply choose to drive the Great Ocean Road. The Great Ocean Walk passes through sections of the Great Otway National Park and also through the recently created Marine National Park and Sanctuary. The Boomerangs at Johanna is situated midway along the Great Ocean Walk and just 5 minutes from Johanna Beach. There are numerous walks that you can do in our local area: Johanna to Milanesia; Johanna to Castle Cove and Castle Cove to Aire River. These walks are rated at medium - nothing too difficult and are breathtakingly beautiful. If you're up to it we are well situated for you to base yourself here and do all the legs of the Great Ocean Walk. The best thing about staying at The Boomerangs is that after a long day's walking you can come home to a little bit of luxury; soak away the aches in the spa, enjoy a BBQ on the verandah while enjoying one of our sensational sunsets or just put your feet up, relax and enjoy the views and the sound of birds and waves. We recommend that you use our local shuttle service. They are very knowledgeable and reasonably priced. They can meet you at designated spots or pick you up from here and drop you back at the end of your walk. They are flexible and will work with your itinerary.  Great ocean walk shuttle service.  Now, every now and then you come across something on the net which is a real gem. Have a read of this gentleman's words and check out his photos as he made his way along the entire Great Ocean Walk. Part 1:  Apollo Bay to Glenaire. Part 2:  Glenaire to the 12 Apostles.

 

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The information below may be helpful in planning your walk.

Walk Distance Time Rating
Apollo Bay to Marengo 2.9km 1.2hrs Easy
Marengo to Shelly Beach 5km 2hrs Med/Hard
Shelly Beach to Blanket Bay 16km 5hrs Med/Hard
Blanket Bay to Parker River Inlet 4.5km 1.5hrs Easy
Parker River to Cape Otway 6kms 2.3hrs Med
Cape Otway to Aire River 11.6kms 4hrs Med
Aire River to Castle Cove 6.5 kms 2.5hrs Med
Castle Cove to Johanna 8kms 3hrs Med
Johanna to Milanesia 10kms 3.7hrs Med
Milanesia to Moonlight Head 10.4kms 5hrs Hard
Moonlight Head to the Gables Lookout 6.7kms 2hrs Easy
Gables Lookout to Devils Kitchen 4kms 1.5hrs Med
Devils Kitchen to Princetown 7.8kms 2.5hrs Easy
Princetown to the 12 Apostles 6kms 2.5kms Easy