We believe that the Great Ocean Road is the perfect destination for family holidays. We’ve got beaches, rainforest, history, wildlife, great cuisine and a family friendly, laid back vibe.
Alkina Lodge is also a great place for families to stay. Each of our three lodges has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus a fully equipped kitchen and barbeque facilities. We’re regularly visited by kangaroos, wallabies and native birds and the whole family can enjoy watching them from the comfort of your lodge.
There are plenty of fun family activities and day trips near Alkina Lodge, making it the perfect base for family holidays on the Great Ocean Road. Here are some of our favourite family activities:
Hit The Beach!
The Great Ocean Road beaches can be wild and rough at times, so we recommend families go to nearby Port Campbell for safe swimming and family beach fun. It’s a sheltered bay which is patrolled by lifesavers during the summer. You could also spend the day at any of the Great Ocean Road’s other popular beaches such as Apollo Bay, Port Fairy or Warrnambool.
Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park
A visit to the Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park is a must for all families visiting us. Here you can see a huge range of native Australian creatures including dingos, emus, wild birds, wombats, kangaroos and wallabies. A great day out for all the family.
See the Twelve Apostles
No visit to the Great Ocean Road is complete without a visit to some of Australia’s most iconic sights: the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Arch are all must-sees and they will be something your children will always remember.
Otway E-Bikes
This fabulous company will take you on a tour using electric powered bikes. You’ll travel on the Old Beechy Rail Trail and see rainforest and stunning coastal views, and you’ll learn all about the environment and the history of the region. Suitable for all the family, and something a little different for your family holidays!
Craters to Coast Discovery
This free activity starts at the Port Campbell Visitor Information Centre. You’ll be given telescopes, GPS units, compasses and other equipment to help you explore the region for hidden treasures track local wildlife and learn about the history and landscapes in our region – and you can collect prizes along the way!
Go Surfing
The Great Ocean Road is home to the famous Rip Curl Pro surfing event, making it a great place to try your hand at surfing. Choose your location carefully as some of our beaches are very wild: beginners will need to start in sheltered bays with gentle waves, while nearby Johanna Beach has excellent surf for the more experienced surfers. There are several surf schools along the coast who teach adults and kids.
Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground
Family holidays always involve keeping the kids happy and active, and this spot definitely ticks those boxes! Just over an hour’s drive from Alkina Lodge is the fabulous Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground. It features a flying fox, giant slides, mini golf, a maze, paddle boat rides and much more! Make a day of it – use the BBQ facilities and enjoy a lakeside walk while you’re there.
Spend A Morning Rockpooling
Just a 10 minute drive from Alkina Lodge, you’ll find the wild and beautiful Wreck Beach. Here you can let the kids spend endless hours clambering over rocks and searching for crabs, molluscs and tiny fish in the rock pools. The perfect activity for your family holidays. You’ll also be able to see the anchors of two famous shipwrecks at Wreck Beach.
Go To the Otways For A Family Picnic
The Nearby Otway Ranges has a great range of short and long walking tracks, providing good shelter from the sun and a great alternative to a day at the beach. Pack up a picnic and some cold drinks and head out for some family fun in the rainforest. Our in-house chef can pack up a picnic hamper for you using delicious local, seasonal organic produce.
Otway Fly TreeTop Adventures
There are two great family adventures to be had here, depending on how brave you are! The 25m high tree top walk offers incredible views of the forest; while the second option is to pop on a helmet and brave the famous zipline tour!
It’s time to grab the family and head off to make some memories! Click here to check our availability calendar and make a booking.
