Torquay is a chance to find your inner surfer. The town is part and parcel of Bells Beach & Rip Curl Pro where world’s best surfers compete, riding the waves at Bells Beach.
Your stop will include a peek at Bells Beach and its surf culture. Not interested in surfing, take a seat and simply watch the action. Make sure to pop into the Australian National Surf Museum, it’s an introduction to all things surf and board.
For a family group there are lessons for children, beginners all the way up to experienced pros looking for the next best tip. Perhaps you are not going to ever leave Torquay. NZjane is sure you will not be the first person to feel like this. The holiday atmosphere can’t be bottled, soak up the fun and plan your time accordingly.
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There is a gift shop where you can acquire your authentic made in Australia board shorts. The clothing is not designer rip-offs, its authentic and the choice is excellent.
Torquay is the official start of the Great Ocean Road and your inner surfer might divert you, from the Great Ocean Road to a local surf school. Adventure calls, enrol in a local surf school.
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SURF COAST WALK
Surf Coast Walk – a walk for all fitness levels with numerous exit and entry points. While the total walk is 44 km from Torquay to Aireys Inlet a short stroll introduces you to the dramatic scenery of the Great Ocean Road.
And, importantly for some, an ability to post their walk experience on the Surf Coast Walk’s instagram public feed.
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Torquay and Anglesea peak season is warm yet the region is a great place to visit year round.
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THINGS TO DO IN TORQUAY & ANGLESEA IN WINTER
- Winter storms are dramatic with massive surfing swells a calling card for diehard surfers. It’s impressive observing wetsuit clad surfers daring nature to ride the curling wave. Wear layers and enjoy nature at its wild best.
- You can be immersed in the surf culture without getting wet, spend time in the Surf World Museum.
- Did you know about the 12 Apostles Gourmet Food Trail. Sample, taste and savour your way on an indulgent road trip. Food, wine, distilleries as you venture inland. Check out Travel Pack Section for 12 Apostles Gourmet Food Trail map.
- POINT DANGER MARINE SANCTUARY – go snorkelling year round.
POINT DANGER MARINE SANCTUARY
The intertidal limestone reef is the defining feature of the marine reserve. Covered in small boulders and intricate seaweed beds, the reef is home to a number of key-hole limpets, crabs and mussels. The seaslug is the star with over 90 species known to occur in this sanctuary,
Point Danger Marine Sanctuary reef is largely isolated from the main beach with a deep sandy channel. In high tide rays cruise the reef looking for the next snack.
ANGLESEA
A seaside community a mere 10 km from Torquay’s visitor centre offers visitors more Great Ocean Road magic.
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THINGS TO DO IN ANGLESEA – A GREAT OCEAN ROAD SEASIDE TOWN
- KANGAROOS – Anglesea Golf Course with its superb views has a colony of Eastern Grey Kangaroo and native bird species adding an Aussie charm to a meticulously maintained golf course. Anglesea Golf Course offers tours. Don’t worry if your golf score is zero, it’s all about the views and wildlife.
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- ANGLESEA BEACH fronts the town in a gentle sandy curve with the Anglesea River estuary creating a safe friendly beach for kids. There are headland sandstone cliffs.
- SURF COAST WALK continues from Torquay, Walk along the Anglesea River or venture inland. Heathlands, woodlands and paperbark eucalyptus trees are home to koalas and other wildlife. Keep an eye out for the kangaroos and wallabies.
- SURF COAST CENTURY 100 km running trail.
- ANGLESEA SUNDAY WEEKEND MARKET eclectic stalls along the Anglesea boardwalk add to the summer beach vibe.
- ANGLESEA BIKE PARK and its four cross track.
- ANGLESEA ART TRAIL. A 2.5 km flat, easy stroll passes mosaic public installations. The walk starts at Loveridge Lookout with panoramic views of the Surf Coast and finishes at Anglesea Primary School. Locals have formed the Anglesea Art Space, a community-based gallery. The Anglesea Art Space contemporary, emerging and community artists in all disciplines including visual art, performance art. Check Travel Pack Section for trail map.
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ANNUAL SURF ART COAST TRAIL
Open workshops, artist studios and community halls showcase over 200 artists. Multi-media artists, jewellery makers, painting, sculpture, weaving, photography, mosaics and printmakers have an opportunity to exhibit their creative talent. The trail embraces Geelong and follows the coast. Held August / September early spring.
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