6 Rainforest Tours in Melbourne to Build a Day Around

1.Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Rainforest & Morning Tea-Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 568 reviews · from $107Our pick

Review the 13-hour Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne, with rainforest, koalas, the Twelve Apostles, morning tea, costs, tips, and drawbacks.

“What a fantastic day out, we were upgraded to the reverse tour which I could not recommend more. Our tour guide Craig had so much enthusiasm, knowledge and engaged with absolutely everyone. Each of the sites were absolutely breathtaking and a must when visiting Melbourne.”

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2.Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles & Rainforest Walk with Morning Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 549 reviews · from $93

Review of Melbourne’s Great Ocean Road tour, with koalas, rainforest, Apollo Bay, Loch Ard Gorge, and the Twelve Apostles.

“Excellent trip. The chauffeur made the trip amazing and excellent. Bus was very comfortable. Enough time to visit the places. Comfortable stops.”

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3.Great Ocean Road Reverse Rainforest & 12 Apostles from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 279 reviews · from $104

Review of Melbourne’s reverse Great Ocean Road tour, with the 12 Apostles, rainforest, koalas, picnic lunch, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“Unfortunately the Reverse trip was cancelled but we were transferred on to the Standsrd trip. Ilkay was our guide who was very knowledgeable about every stop we made. He was enthusiastic and great stories to tell. He was very mindful of the passenger's needs. I felt we had adequate time to spend at each stop. At no time did I feel rushed to get back onboard the bus. If you are visiting the Melbourne and want to spend a day out of the city, then I would recommend booking the 22 Apostles trip 😀”

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4.Puffing Billy Railway & Rainforest Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 239 reviews · 6 hours · from $107

Ride Puffing Billy through the Dandenong Ranges, spot native birds, explore rainforest, and enjoy a practical half-day escape from Melbourne.

“Puffing Billy is such a fun experience – definitely not to be missed! The whole trip takes about half a day, which means you still have time to enjoy the rest of Melbourne afterward. But let’s talk about Puffing Billy – you get to dangle your legs out of the carriage and enjoy every single “puff” during the hour-long ride. Beyond the charm of the vintage train itself, the scenery you pass through is absolutely beautiful. A perfect mix of nostalgia, nature, and joy!”

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5.Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles & Rainforest Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 197 reviews · 13 hours · from $106

Review the 13-hour Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne, with wildlife, rainforest, Loch Ard Gorge, the Twelve Apostles, and practical travel tips.

“Tour guide Kelly was awesome. Hes so helpful and active. You wont get bored. He knows the places well. Gives ample time to see the places. No rush”

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6.Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles & Rainforest Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 149 reviews · 13 hours · from $92Best value

Review of Melbourne’s 13-hour Great Ocean Road tour, with the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Otway Rainforest, koalas, and practical tips.

“Beautiful views and a friendly atmosphere:) You would be very lucky to have Craig as your guide - he is not only very intelligent and knowledgeable, but also has a great personality and an incredible sense of humour. What an inspiring human being! A slightly shorter breaks and a longer stop at the end would be a plus, but otherwise it’s definitely worth taking this tour”

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