What Can I Do, Food & Wine, Lorne, Great Ocean Road Journey, Victoria, Australia

What can't you do? That would be a shorter list. There are attractions, activities, events and features throughout the region to suit all ages and interest groups. From theme parks for children to adventure sports for adrenaline junkies. From gourmet food and wine experiences to bushwalking through campsites. From a simple dip in the ocean to a luxurious spa retreat. There really is something for everyone.

Things to See & Do

Touring Routes & Tour Operators

Forrest

Otway Harvest Trail

The unique combination of aspect, soils, climate and farming practices of the Otway hinterland produce distinctive and exceptional flavours in our produce that cannot be found anywhere else. The Otway Harvest Trail is a celebration of the seasons that bestow their rich bounty on a luscious part of Victoria. Spring is a time of plenty and promise. As the winter gives way to warm sunny days, see the bright patchwork of yellow canola fields appear, the farmers out mowing their grass and baling their hay and the spring lambs frolicking on a frosty morning. The first berries appear. Green shoots can be seen in the vineyards as the vines burst their buds and flowers and spring vegetables appear at farm gate stalls. New release wines can be found at cellar doors. Summer is all about being outdoors. All the berry farms have opened and their sweet juicy berries are ripe for the picking. The lush emerald green of the vineyards become more distinctive as the land around slowly turns a golden brown. People clamour for outdoor tables and chairs at cafés and restaurants to soak in the warm days, mild evenings and glorious pastel sunsets. Local wines and beers go so well with the seafood, vegetables and fruits in plentiful supply. Wine lovers are welcomed at cellar doors and their curiosity is rewarded with the discovery of new wines. Autumn is a time of harvest. The days become still and warm, and the crisp cool nights are perfect for sleeping. With the winter rains not far away, the wineries are busy harvesting their fruit and the vignerons hands become garnet red as they nurture the new wines through their ferment. It is also time to harvest the olives from their groves before the first frosts of winter arrive. Smell the fruity aroma of the extra virgin olive oil as it flows from the presses. The last of the berries are picked. Winter is a time for taking stock of the seasons passed and making ready for the farming year ahead. The farmers plough their fields and sow their winter crops. Vineyards, olive groves and orchards are pruned and readied for a new season. Fences are mended. The days shorten and become colder. Cattle turn their backs to the wind. Dams pent over the summer begin to refill. Root vegetables appear at the farm gate stands. It’s a time for reflection and for savouring the joys of recently harvested produce. Lengthy conversations occur over bottles of wine in front of toasty log fires. Eventually the tell tale signs of another Spring begin to appear.

Geelong

More Than A Tour

More than Tour offer their local knowledge will give you the very best opportunity of seeing a range of beautiful native animals in their natural environment. Shorts walks to the scenic attractions, lookouts, beaches and rain forests will be on well-defined tracks and board walks and requires a moderate level of fitness. Their guides will accompany you on all walks and your safety is their priority. Being a boutique tour company they will confirm your pick up point, departure and return times prior to departure. More Than A Tour also offers a Door to Door Service. More Than A Tour can tailor make tours to satisfy your groups desires, including: •Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island two day tours •Great Ocean Road and Grampians two day tours •Tailor made tours also available.

Producers

Geelong

The Food Purveyor

The Food Purveyor brings together a collection of exquisite, regional foods made by incredible artisans and small-scale food and wine producers. Tasty basics to get you started through to luxury treats. Everything is made with quality ingredients that are brought to life by passionate people. Take a journey through the Great Ocean Road region and let The Food Purveyor bring the best food to you. Choose one of our delicious hampers and add in anything that you desire such as wine, a little extra chocolate, some more chutneys, the list is endless. The Food Purveyor hamper can be delivered to your home or holiday accommodation. A perfect start to your holiday or weekend away. All packaged in a beautiful keepsake bag which is perfect for shopping, going to the beach or taking a picnic. For more information on the types of hampers available please visit the website.

Food & Wine

Lorne

Arab Restaurant

An original beatnik coffee hangout, which opened two weeks before the Olympic Games in 1956, has been going strong ever since. The Arab, which is open all year round has a menu to suit all needs. The aroma of many different styles of coffee flow freely through the air. It is famous for it's fresh pasta and chicken Kiev, but you can also tuck into dishes such as the fish of the day or chicken schnitzel. The apple crumble is sensational. Take a break at the Arab Restaurant.

Lorne

Cuda Bar

Cuda Bar provides great food and great entertainment. Situated in the middle of Mountjoy Parade in picturesque Lorne, Cuda Bar offers great views of Louttit Bay from both the extensive balcony and indoors. Whether drinking or dining, Cuda Bar promotes a casual atmosphere accompanied by live music and DJ's and coupled with a diverse food, wine and cocktail menu it leaves you spoilt for choice. Drink or dine, inside or out, enjoy an afternoon or evening at Cuda Bar!

Lorne

Darriwill Farm Lorne

Darriwill Farm specialises in unique and exclusive gourmet food, giftware and boutique wines. The world's finest produce and wines are sourced direct from the farm gate, making Darriwill Farm a favourite destination for lovers of the best things life in the country offers. The retail stores are regular meeting place for people to catch up, enjoy a coffee and take in the latest range of freshly sourced goodies. Upon visiting their stores you will not only receive friendly service, but ideas, handy tips and solutions from passionate and knowledgeable people.

Lorne

Great Ocean Road Bakehouse Lorne

Making everything with passion, the Great Ocean Road Bakehouse bakes in house each day. Delights include a range of continental breads, cakes, scrolls and delicious meat pies. Stop in and grab something on the way to the beach; for your picnic basket or enjoy a coffee in our alfresco setting.

Lorne

Lick & Sip Cafe

Lick & Sip Cafe satisfying tummy grumbles from morning to late. Specialising in homemade foods and 100% real fruit juices and smoothies. Perfect to replenish and refresh. Enjoy smooth and enticing Di Bella coffee, Bondi chai's or an array of fresh tea's. With delicious selection of naughty and nice snacks including cakes, slices, home-made biscuits, evia yoghurt and fruit salad. Full breakfast menu with scrumptious bacon and eggs, banana bread, egg and muffin, pancakes through to muesli, fruit salad and raisin toast. Morning scones and muffins with superb coffee. Healthy lunch options with focaccias, pita wraps, club sandwiches, toasted sandwiches. Plus delicious home made: soups, zucchini & bacon slice, frittata and lasagne. Gourmet sausage rolls and quiches. Watch out for daily specials! Multi award winning Fritz Gelato ice-cream. Made from organic produce, amazing ice-cream that needs to tasted to be believed. It is a Lorne must do. Vegetarian and Gluten free options. Wireless Internet available.

Lorne

Lorne Beach Pavilion

Situated on the most beautiful family beach in Victoria, the Lorne Beach Pavilion is an idyllic location for everyone. With a café, bar and restaurant our venue provides the versatility necessary to cater for the various wants and needs of Lorne's visitors and locals. Whether it be for coffee and cake, a relaxed café breakfast or lunch, catch up with friends over a few drinks during happy hour, or a special dining experience with stunning views. Lorne Beach Pavilion also acts as an ideal venue for functions such as weddings, birthdays and corporate events. We provide a variety of packages to match guest lists of all sizes, offering both cocktail style and seated menus (with a standard option of 50/50 allocation and the opportunity to upgrade to a table d'hôte format), as well as a range of beverage packages. The venue provides both outdoor and indoor spaces and the capability to set up a marquee over the deck, therefore catering to various different function themes and styles. For all bookings, enquiries, venue inspections and planning meetings please contact us.

Family Activities

Pennyroyal Valley

Gentle Annie Berry Gardens

Doug and Leanne Campbell look forward to welcoming you and your family to Gentle Annie, their berry farm nestled in the picturesque Pennyroyal Valley near Deans Marsh. Spend time wandering the farm picking a variety of berries and orchard fruit, or simply drop in for a coffee and piece of cake, Devonshire tea, lunch or afternoon tea in the licensed cafe. In the produce shop you will find a variety of Gentle Annie's jams, chutney's, sorbets and a selection of local produce.

Adventure

Aireys Inlet

Fairhaven Surf Life Saving Club

The 6 km long Fairhaven Beach is the longest beach on the Great Ocean Road. The Fairhaven Surf Life Saving Club, founded in 1957, is located toward the eastern end of the beach - and its members average 10 rescues annually. The bar and restaurant are open during the summer months.

Packages & Offers

See, Do, Stay & Save

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Whitecrest Winter Indulgence Package

A special romantic experience.

Golf Getaway on the Bellarine

$225 per person twin share.

Otway Fly - Friday Fly Day

Friday Fly Day - activate your winter!

Chris's Beacon Point Restaurant & Villas Winter Warmer Getaway Package

Package for two from $350.00.

Stay & Save at Cumberland Lorne Resort

From $411 for a three night stay.

BIG 4 Beacon Resort Blues Train Package

A unique musical experience! Toe tapping entertainment, a cool drink and a good laugh. Rock your stay in Queenscliff with Blues Train tickets and award winning accommodation at BIG4 Beacon Resort.

Seahaven Village - Taste of The Bellarine $495

Relax at stunning Barwon Heads Friday and Saturday night in a cosy 4.5 star one bedroom spa suite.

Barwon Heads Golf Club Winter Escape

$240 per couple per night

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The Food Purveyor

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Arab Restaurant

Cuda Bar

Darriwill Farm Lorne

Great Ocean Road Bakehouse Lorne

Lick & Sip Cafe

Lorne Beach Pavilion

Family Activities

Gentle Annie Berry Gardens

Adventure

Fairhaven Surf Life Saving Club

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Packages & Offers

See, Do, Stay & Save

Whitecrest Winter Indulgence Package

Golf Getaway on the Bellarine

Otway Fly - Friday Fly Day

Chris's Beacon Point Restaurant & Villas Winter Warmer Getaway Package

Stay & Save at Cumberland Lorne Resort

BIG 4 Beacon Resort Blues Train Package

Seahaven Village - Taste of The Bellarine $495

Barwon Heads Golf Club Winter Escape