Walking with Frank – Great Ocean Walk & Otways Hiking
These Cape Otway walks are some of the most spectacular sections of the Great Ocean Walk. I’ve walked many of these multiple times… through the wild Otways around Cape Otway, as well as tracks in Samos, Greece, filming them as part of Walking with Frank. These are real walks through forest, coastal cliffs and river crossings — and here I’ve included distances, terrain notes and what you’ll actually see out there. If you’re planning the Great Ocean Walk or simply love the Otways, I hope you find the information and videos helpful. If you need advice about the Great Ocean Walk, feel free to email or call me at info@bimbipark.com.au.
👣 Why I Walk
I didn’t start walking for content — I started because I needed to. I was overweight, my blood sugar and blood pressure were high, and the gym just wasn’t me. While in Samos, my cousin — who walks with the local club — said, “Forget the gym. Just come walk.” That’s where it all began. Now I love it, my weight is stable and the numbers are good again — I could probably drop a few more kilos, but I do enjoy a good wine.
🌿 Walks in the Otways – Great Ocean Walk & Cape Otway
🟢 Shelly Beach – Blanket Bay – Day 1 or 2 of the Great Ocean Walk
Quick Overview
A forest-focused section of the Great Ocean Walk, this walk climbs from Shelly Beach up through Great Otway National Park. Expect tall Mountain Ash, lush fern gullies, river crossings and true Otway wilderness — with only glimpses of the coast. Cape Otway Walks are Awsome.
Walk Details
- 📏 Distance: 12km
- ⏱ Time: 3-4 hours
- 🔥 Difficulty: Medium – steady climbs and river crossing.
- 🌿 Terrain: Forest track, fern gullies, river crossing
- 🚗 Access: Shuttle to Shelly Beach, finish with shuttle from Blanket Bay
- 📍 Flyover of my walk on Strava
Highlights of This Walk
- Elliot River Crossing
- Long steady climb into the tall forrest
- Towering Mountain Ash trees
- Tree hollows and habitat trees
- Lots of birds and wildlife
- Lush fern gullies
- Carnivorous Otway Black Snails
- Dense Great Otway National Park bush
- Remote, quiet atmosphere
- Descent toward Blanket Bay – great spot for a dip
What to Expect
The walk begins with a river crossing at Shelly Beach before climbing steadily into tall forest. You’ll move through Mountain Ash country, past fern-lined gullies and habitat trees full of hollows. Keep an eye out for koala damage and the unusual carnivorous Otway Black Snail along the track. The final section drops down toward Blanket Bay through thick coastal bush.
Why I Love This Walk
This section feels properly wild. It’s less about big coastal views and more about being immersed in the Otway forest — tall trees, quiet tracks and wildlife signs everywhere.
👉 Want to walk this with me? Join one of our “Walking with Frank” guided walks from Bimbi Park. It’s free of charge to guests if i’m available. Check at reception or message us.
🟢 Blanket Bay – Cape Otway Lighthouse – Bimbi Park – Day 2 or 3 of the Great Ocean Walk
Quick Overview
One of the most scenic coastal sections of the Great Ocean Walk, combining rugged cliffs, river crossings, rock pools and iconic lighthouse views.
Walk Details
- 📏 Distance: 14km (11km to Lighthouse, 14km to Bimbi Park)
- ⏱ Time: 3-4 hours
- 🔥 Difficulty: Medium – steady climbs and river crossing.
- 🌿 Terrain: Coastal cliffs, rock platforms, forest track
- 🚗 Access: Shuttle to Blanket Bay, finish at the lighthouse or Bimbi Park
- 📍 Flyover of my walk on Strava
Highlights of This Walk
- Steady climb out of Blanket Bay
- Forest walk to Parker Inlet
- Parker River crossing
- Rock pools from Parker Inlet to Crayfish Bay
- Eric the Red Ship wreck throughout the walk
- 110-million-year-old rock formations
- Cray Fish Bay – Perfect for a dip
- Spectacular coastal cliff views
- Cape Otway Lighthouse
- Comfortable walk to Bimbi Park
What to Expect
The walk begins with a steady climb out of Blanket Bay before opening up to sweeping views of the Otway coastline. You’ll descend to Parker River, explore rock platforms near Crayfish Bay, then rejoin the Great Ocean Walk heading toward the lighthouse.
The final section winds through tall gum forest and leads directly back to Bimbi Park. It’s a perfect mix of ocean and bush in one unforgettable section. Cape Otway Walks at there best.
Why I Love This Walk
This stretch feels wild, rugged and authentic — but still very achievable. You get ocean, river, cliffs and forest all in one walk, and you can finish right back at Bimbi Park.
👉 Want to walk this with me? Join one of our “Walking with Frank” guided walks from Bimbi Park. It’s free of charge to guests if i’m available. Check at reception or message us.
🟢 Aire River – Johanna Day 4 or 5 of the Great Ocean Walk
Quick Overview
One of the wildest and most exposed sections of the Great Ocean Walk, this stretch runs from Aire River to Johanna Beach via Castle Cove. Expect big ocean views, dramatic rock formations, grass trees, hygiene stations and a powerful finish at Johanna.
Walk Details
- 📏 Distance: 14km
- ⏱ Time: 4-5 hours
- 🔥 Difficulty: Medium – steady climbs, exposed coastal sections.
- 🌿 Terrain: Coastal cliffs, heathland, forest track, beach walking
- 🚗 Access: Shuttle to Aire River bridge, finish at Johanna Beach car park with shuttle to Bimbi Park
- 📍 Flyover of my walk on Strava
Highlights of This Walk
- Aire River bridge crossing
- Coastal heath and scrub tracks
- Coastal track weaving above the ocean
- Magnificent rock formations near Castle Cove
- “Castle” rock on the headland
- Ancient grass trees
- Heathland birdlife and native fauna
- Messmate forest sections
- Johanna Beach shoreline
- Powerful wild ocean views
What to Expect
You start by crossing the Aire River bridge and heading west. The track follows the river for a while before moving through coastal scrub and heathland. It doesn’t hug the ocean the whole way, but you’ll get open views near Castle Cove and along the headlands. There are steady climbs and rolling sections before the final drop onto Johanna Beach — a powerful stretch of sand with big Southern Ocean energy.
Why I Love This Walk
This one feels big. Wind, ocean, exposed headlands and that moment when Johanna opens up in front of you. It’s raw country. Not overly technical, but you feel like you’ve earned it by the end.
👉 Want to walk this with me? Join one of our “Walking with Frank” guided walks from Bimbi Park. It’s free of charge to guests if i’m available. Check at reception or message us.
🟢 Bimbi Park – Station Beach – Rainbow Falls – Cape Otway Lighthouse Loop
Quick Overview
A classic Cape Otway loop starting and finishing at Bimbi Park. This walk takes you through sand dunes to Station Beach, along the shoreline to Rainbow Falls, then across headlands to the Cape Otway Lighthouse before returning through forest tracks to the park.
Walk Details
- 📏 Distance: 14km
- ⏱ Time: 3.5-4 hours
- 🔥 Difficulty: Moderate – sand dunes, beach walking, steady climbs
- 🌿 Terrain: Forest track, sand dunes, beach, coastal headlands
- 🚗 Access: Start and finish at Bimbi Park
- 📍 Flyover of my walk on Strava
Highlights of This Walk
- Direct access from Bimbi Park
- Station Beach boardwalk and dunes
- Powerful Southern Ocean experience
- Unique Rainbow Falls flowing into the sea
- Cape Otway Lighthouse Cemetery
- Lighthouse headland views
- Great Ocean Walk connection
- Spectacular coastal cliff views
- Bracks Access return track
- Comfortable walk to Bimbi Park
What to Expect
The walk begins just behind the camp kitchen at Bimbi Park and heads through forest tracks toward the Great Ocean Walk crossing. From there, you drop down the dunes to Station Beach and head left along the shoreline to Rainbow Falls. The surf here is powerful and not safe for swimming. After returning up the dunes, you connect to the Great Ocean Walk and follow the twisting coastal track toward the lighthouse. The return follows Bracks Access back through forest and gates to Bimbi Park.
Why I Love This Walk
This is our backyard. You get beach, cliffs, history and forest all in one loop — and you start and finish under the koalas. Rainbow Falls flowing straight into the ocean is something special.
👉 Want to walk this with me? Join one of our “Walking with Frank” guided walks from Bimbi Park. It’s free of charge to guests if i’m available. Check at reception or message us.
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What Our Wonderful Guests Have To Say
Thank you for your wonderful reviews and kind words. We’re truly grateful to be here, and it’s a joy to share this place with amazing people like you.
Cooper Soper
00:55 01 Feb 26
Stayed for 2 nights on a powered campsite with a tent. Plenty of space and easy to navigate the park. This place is such a beautiful and tranquil spot with so many wild koalas and other animals to see and hear! The coin shower system is great, just make sure you are quick with your showers as the 3 mins per coin does go fast! Used the camp kitchen twice and it was so well played out with plenty of space for food storage, bench tops and seating. Thanks so much!
Aaron Henderson
07:59 29 Jan 26
Couldn't ask for a better stay, we'll definitely be back!
The family recently stayed in a Bush Camping site for 2 weeks across New Years 2025/26, and it was some of the best we've done outside a National Park. Kat at the team in the office and across the park are exceptional - nothing is too much trouble, the prices are reasonable, and the location is second to none. All amenities are within easy reach across the entire park, and it was a great base to explore the Otways and surrounding area. We've already booked our next escape over Easter, and can't recommend it enough.
Thanks all for such a wonderful stay - keep doing what you're doing, 'cause it's working!
The family recently stayed in a Bush Camping site for 2 weeks across New Years 2025/26, and it was some of the best we've done outside a National Park. Kat at the team in the office and across the park are exceptional - nothing is too much trouble, the prices are reasonable, and the location is second to none. All amenities are within easy reach across the entire park, and it was a great base to explore the Otways and surrounding area. We've already booked our next escape over Easter, and can't recommend it enough.
Thanks all for such a wonderful stay - keep doing what you're doing, 'cause it's working!
Clay Santos
22:02 27 Jan 26
Had a wonderful time at Bimbi Park and will definitely be coming back.
Campfires, clean toilets and showers, basketball ring for the kids and the wildlife were all amazing.
The extra services put on by the hosts such as movie nights, pizza and fish and chip nights and the communication re total fire bans and special walks were all without fault.
It was a great trip.
Campfires, clean toilets and showers, basketball ring for the kids and the wildlife were all amazing.
The extra services put on by the hosts such as movie nights, pizza and fish and chip nights and the communication re total fire bans and special walks were all without fault.
It was a great trip.
Samantha Leslie
09:53 27 Jan 26
Our family and friends had a fantastic 4 night stay at Bimbi Park. The large bush sites were beautiful, and we loved spotting koalas and kookaburras around the park.
My daughter forgot to pack her pillow, staff promptly delivered one to our caravan - a really nice gesture and saved our sleep!
We also appreciated the text message reminders about activities like bottle feeding the cows, pizza night, movie night, bush walks etc.
The free 13km bush walk offering from Shelly Beach to Blanket Bay, led by Frank (owner & legend) was a highlight and included transport to/from the start/finish line.
Wi-Fi was limited to reception, which we loved as it encouraged our family to switch off and enjoy the surroundings. There is so much to see and do in the area too! A really wholesome, family-friendly stay. We’ll be back 🙂
My daughter forgot to pack her pillow, staff promptly delivered one to our caravan - a really nice gesture and saved our sleep!
We also appreciated the text message reminders about activities like bottle feeding the cows, pizza night, movie night, bush walks etc.
The free 13km bush walk offering from Shelly Beach to Blanket Bay, led by Frank (owner & legend) was a highlight and included transport to/from the start/finish line.
Wi-Fi was limited to reception, which we loved as it encouraged our family to switch off and enjoy the surroundings. There is so much to see and do in the area too! A really wholesome, family-friendly stay. We’ll be back 🙂
Lillee Keane
21:40 21 Jan 26
Such an amazing park with Koalas everywhere. I’m normally someone who prefers national parks, but the bush camp was a perfect middle ground where you still have access to all the facilitates but feel like you’re in the middle of the bush ! Lovely drive in and only 30 minutes or so from Apollo bay so still very close to shops and restaurants.
Staff were so welcoming and friendly even during the summer holidays, and offered some many activities from feeding calf’s, costal walks etc.
Highly highly recommend anyone stay here!
Staff were so welcoming and friendly even during the summer holidays, and offered some many activities from feeding calf’s, costal walks etc.
Highly highly recommend anyone stay here!
Ramona D'Angelo
05:05 19 Jan 26
First time for us at Bimbi Park and we loved it .
What a beautiful gem in the middle of nature, birds, koala, kangaroo. Children running, playing and lauging around, loving and embracing the nature.
We loved feeding Daisy and Loki ( the goats), we had a Koala next to our door step, mama kangaroo and baby joy at the back paddock, the birds greeting us in the morning.
We also gave some feedback for few minor things and they were so welcoming on that , which shows great professionalism and consideration of the guests feedback.
We really wish we could have stay much longer. Now I see why my friend is addicted to Bimbi and goes at least once a year! We will be just right behind them with the promise to ourselves to visit Bimbi at least once per year ! Still so much to see and do !
Plus when you read their stories really touches you especially if you are a parent.
Well done to you all for creating such a wonderful space .
Grazie e a presto!
What a beautiful gem in the middle of nature, birds, koala, kangaroo. Children running, playing and lauging around, loving and embracing the nature.
We loved feeding Daisy and Loki ( the goats), we had a Koala next to our door step, mama kangaroo and baby joy at the back paddock, the birds greeting us in the morning.
We also gave some feedback for few minor things and they were so welcoming on that , which shows great professionalism and consideration of the guests feedback.
We really wish we could have stay much longer. Now I see why my friend is addicted to Bimbi and goes at least once a year! We will be just right behind them with the promise to ourselves to visit Bimbi at least once per year ! Still so much to see and do !
Plus when you read their stories really touches you especially if you are a parent.
Well done to you all for creating such a wonderful space .
Grazie e a presto!
Emily Kennedy
04:53 18 Jan 26
We had a lovely stay at Bimbi Park. Firstly, they were very flexible and accommodating when it came to adjusting our stay due to the fires. It’s clear they’re passionate about what they do through the inclusion of additional services like the coffee kart, fish and chip and pizza nights, movies, walking tours and well-signed self-guided walks around and from the property (not all dog friendly obviously due to the location in National Park). Facilities were well-maintained and kept clean (I even saw someone in there cleaning at 10:30 at night!). I would recommend using a timer for the shower and making sure you’re super efficient though as you do lose a bit of time at the start waiting for water to warm up, and the remainder of the time goes fast! 😂 and of course, can’t forget the koalas 🐨 the noisy highlight of our stay! I’ve never seen them so up close before! ☀️ Thanks Bimbi!
Loes Ansems
09:48 14 Jan 26
Bimbi park is a must stay if you are looking for a spacious, nature camping!! Sleeping under koalas is not just a slogan. We saw many koala and everybody was respecting their space. In addition, the camping has great and clean amenities, and enough fun activities on the camping and in the area. We’ll definitely come back!
Rachael Bateman
08:03 12 Jan 26
We stayed 2 nights in the bush camping area and absolutely loved our stay. Really peaceful and the amount of Koalas we saw was incredible. Friendly staff and great communication, clean amenities. Highly recommend staying here. Thanks Bimbi Park unforgettable stay!!!
I_M_M
10:02 10 Jan 26
absolutely stunning park! family owned, they put their heart in what they do and you can tell. service is awesome and attentive, they care about your experience! they organise weekly walks around the surroundings, weekly fish and chips nights, even pizza night for their guests.
We stayed in one of their retro van, which are equipped with own little kitchen, utensils, pans, plates etc. The double bed is also very comfy and you can see koalas every day just above your van! stunning! will be back
We stayed in one of their retro van, which are equipped with own little kitchen, utensils, pans, plates etc. The double bed is also very comfy and you can see koalas every day just above your van! stunning! will be back
Joe Dempsey
10:45 07 Jan 26
Bimbi park was fantastic for our first camping trip as a family. Our two year old still talks about it, the friends he made and the koalas he finally got to meet and now impersonates. He’s only 2 & 1/2 but loved the freedom of running down to the playground without us. Because he was always in our vision from our campsite. The staff and Bimbi family are fantastic and you’d struggle to find a nicer bunch of people. Highly recommended to all. We’ll be back
Anne Porter
05:54 05 Jan 26
Camped here over Christmas. It’s a lovely park. The owners were very accommodating and even drove us to blanket Bay so we could do a one-way coastal walk with the kids. The toilets were regularly cleaned every day. We saw over a dozen koalas. One of the best places we have been on our trip so far.
C L
09:06 20 Dec 25
It's a family of 4 here, and we spent 3 nights in one of the Bimbi Park Solar Cabins. We had a very nice experience! There are lots of koalas in the park, and it's very nice spotting and watching them sleeping - this is what they do almost all the time! There are also some kangaroos in the park, although a bit shy. We haven't had a chance to experience other park activities, because we were busy visiting the area. Overall, a highly recommended family experience!
Jennifer Oh
09:09 16 Dec 25
When they say camping under koalas, they mean it, we had two koalas sleeping in the tree right outside our cabin. Bimbi Park is in a beautiful natural setting with different options for whatever your budget. We were in a private room and had to use the camp toilets and shower, but everything is very clean and maintained very well, it's not a problem at all. Other than the koalas, there were lots of beautiful native birds everywhere you look and lots of nice walks to take from the property. If you prefer a relaxed setting and to be immersed in nature, I would say Bimbi Park is a good option.
Maria Jones
08:41 15 Dec 25
I started coming to Bimbi before kids and loved it. And now I bring my kid and he loves it. The best! The clean facilities are fantastic; warm showers, a large camp kitchen with lots of fridge storage, a camp living room with library and a wood fire. There are lots of nature trails to explore and beautiful oceans nearby. My son loved playing mini golf, the playground, feeding the goats, counting the koalas, roasting marshmallows, riding his bike, and most of all the splash park. My son and I would especially like to thanks Kat for all the love and care she showed us - thanks for the beautiful memories Kat; we can’t wait to visit again xx
Danita Humphreys
03:19 09 Dec 25
This is our 11th Year in a row visiting Bimbi Park. We LOVE this place and we LOVE Katrina, Frank and their awesome boys! Bimbi offers a safe and friendly community for a magical, Australian bush experience amongst the Koalas, along the Great Ocean Road bays and beaches. They offer many activities for families, couples and solo travelers to participate in. Franks cooks a mean Pizza from his open fire pizza oven and there is an onsite fish and magic shows, face painting and other special activities during school holiday dates. We camp in the unpowered area and our kids love their time immersed in nature. Highly recommend visiting Bimbi Park on your travels.
Peter - TheNomad.family
10:00 08 Dec 25
We spent one night at an unpowered site. The sanitary facilities were clean, the shower run on coins (1 coin - 3 minutes). There was a small playground for children, a climbing wall, a comfortable lounge, and a kitchen. Unfortunately, barbecuing wasn't possible due to a power outage. There was a lot of wildlife in the area, especially koalas. I suspect that's why most people stay there.
Chella Valdivia
11:13 04 Dec 25
We stayed in a family cabin for 2 nights and it was great value for money.
- Spacious and can comfortably accommodate 6 adults
- Kitchen has basic cookwares, utensils, and cleaning items
- Bathroom was clean and had main toiletries you need: shampoo, conditioner, liquid soap, facial tissue, and toilet paper
- Has a lot of amenities and activities to entertain guest of all ages. Too bad it was raining on our 2nd and 3rd day so we weren’t able to explore all of them
We’re highly recommending this place when you visit the Great Ocean Road region.
- Spacious and can comfortably accommodate 6 adults
- Kitchen has basic cookwares, utensils, and cleaning items
- Bathroom was clean and had main toiletries you need: shampoo, conditioner, liquid soap, facial tissue, and toilet paper
- Has a lot of amenities and activities to entertain guest of all ages. Too bad it was raining on our 2nd and 3rd day so we weren’t able to explore all of them
We’re highly recommending this place when you visit the Great Ocean Road region.
Mandy Vine
22:26 26 Nov 25
Lovely peaceful place to stay. The cabin was well appointed and very clean. We have family from UK with us and they were so excited to see koalas in the trees and kangaroos in the paddock. The fire drum was a hit too.
Tomasz Malec
07:58 25 Nov 25
I was very satisfied with my stay. The staff were extremely polite and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The deluxe cabin was very well equipped, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The location is perfect for anyone traveling along the Great Ocean Road, and as a bonus, koala sightings are guaranteed.
Maddy Tzannes
01:23 19 Nov 25
We came to Bimbi Park late one afternoon after our previous campsite was rained out, Kat was so incredibly kind and accommodated us. The campsite was perfect and was very close to a koala. Fire pit was great and allowed us to get nice and warm with the wind and cold temps. The showers were also great - hot water and very high water pressure, very clean and tidy. It was so great that we extended to another night which the team very kindly accommodated us for. It was peaceful, the other guests in the park were lovely and friendly. Will absolutely come back here and couldn’t recommend it more!! Thanks so much 🙂
Peter Lock
20:07 18 Nov 25
Great location and price. Amazing to say we saw more wild koalas here Vs traveling the rest of Australia in a year! A must for anyone traveling the Great ocean road.
The stay was made even better by Sophie. Thank you for upgrading us. Also very kind and informative about finding koalas and getting around the park.
The stay was made even better by Sophie. Thank you for upgrading us. Also very kind and informative about finding koalas and getting around the park.
VaKventures
11:21 09 Nov 25
Brilliant place to stay for all types of accommodation. Roads are designed to cope with all size caravans without an issue. Huge camp kitchen and lounge. Plenty of activities for kids. Wild life in abundance!! Amenities are well maintained and very clean. Pet friendly. Definitely worth the stay but don't make it a short one. It makes a great base for seeing parts of the Great Ocean Road.
Video on our social channels
Video on our social channels
Peggy O'Donoghue
05:59 09 Nov 25
My family and I stayed at Bimbi Park over the November long weekend and had a great time. So much space and the camp kitchen was great.
On our drive to Apollo Bay we saw a koala and its baby just sitting on the edge of the road (and the mum koala couldn’t move). We contacted Bimbi Park reception who sent one of their staff out to collect the koalas and take them to a wildlife carer in Apollo Bay. This speaks volumes to me about park management as they were letting one of there staff come and collect the koalas whilst being paid by Bimbi Park - they could’ve easily have just given us a wildlife carer number and got us to do it.
The person who collected the koalas was the same young bloke who helped with the pizzas, the fish n chips, made the coffee in the morning at the coffee truck (maybe his name was Nathaniel as the coffee truck is called Nathaniel’s coffee cart) and he was also a koala picker upper 😊 - all round excellent people and park!
On our drive to Apollo Bay we saw a koala and its baby just sitting on the edge of the road (and the mum koala couldn’t move). We contacted Bimbi Park reception who sent one of their staff out to collect the koalas and take them to a wildlife carer in Apollo Bay. This speaks volumes to me about park management as they were letting one of there staff come and collect the koalas whilst being paid by Bimbi Park - they could’ve easily have just given us a wildlife carer number and got us to do it.
The person who collected the koalas was the same young bloke who helped with the pizzas, the fish n chips, made the coffee in the morning at the coffee truck (maybe his name was Nathaniel as the coffee truck is called Nathaniel’s coffee cart) and he was also a koala picker upper 😊 - all round excellent people and park!
Barry O'Dwyer
08:45 30 Oct 25
Stayed at Bimbi Park as a part of our 7 day Auswalk - Great Ocean Walk. The accommodation was excellent & staff were friendly and helpful. All meals were provided as a part of our Auswalk package. I had dietary requirements of gluten and lactose free. They catered to these requirements with excellent meals and attention to detail. I could not fault them.
Anete Smith
09:49 29 Oct 25
An amazing place. Clean, warm and tidy cabin with wall to wall Koalas. What a treat they were in the trees above us and we could here them grunting at each other in the night. Loads of birds and a few kangaroos too. Loved this place!
Maya Green
19:55 27 Oct 25
Another fantastic experience at Bimbi Park. It’s such a rare gem 💎 with wonderful atmosphere, friendly accomodating hosts, a great variety of accomodation to suit many camping styles,.. we love the retro onsite caravans 👍. Beautiful, relaxed bush camping in a well maintained site full of birds and koalas! Lots of things to do including fusball and mini golf and a good kitchen and undercover area if weather is harsh. There are beaches and rock pools with dinosaur footprints nearby. A really great place to go!!!!
Jane Barnes (Hike Camp Paddle)
07:19 24 Oct 25
Bimbi Park is a brilliant place to stay, I've stayed numerous times ice the past 25 years or so.
The owners clearly love their business, adding improvements but keeping the wonderful feel of the campgrounds.
The amenities are great too, clean, spacious, and plenty of hooks to hang clothes in the shower cubicles.
It's rare to find such a fun, relaxed, campground that caters for everyone with so many different areas to camp and accommodation options.
Having Koala's in the trees is very special too! 🌞
The owners clearly love their business, adding improvements but keeping the wonderful feel of the campgrounds.
The amenities are great too, clean, spacious, and plenty of hooks to hang clothes in the shower cubicles.
It's rare to find such a fun, relaxed, campground that caters for everyone with so many different areas to camp and accommodation options.
Having Koala's in the trees is very special too! 🌞
Art J
14:43 17 Oct 25
We stayed in a deluxe cabin. It was much better than we expected. Very comfortable and well equipped.
The park is lovely - lots of birds, koalas and some Kangaroos visible from our balcony. A very relaxing place to stay
The park is lovely - lots of birds, koalas and some Kangaroos visible from our balcony. A very relaxing place to stay
Chris Clark
06:33 16 Oct 25
Bimbi is a nice park with plenty of space.
Facilities were clean and the staff helpful.
The location was close to the things we wanted to see- The light station (worth a visit), the Redwood Grove and the Treetops Fly walk.
Would recommend.
Facilities were clean and the staff helpful.
The location was close to the things we wanted to see- The light station (worth a visit), the Redwood Grove and the Treetops Fly walk.
Would recommend.
Lily Allsopp
13:41 09 Oct 25
Me and my friend Maisie arrived late and we were worried because we had missed the designated check in time.. we had a realisation of the phone outside where we could call a night manager. This really helped us as we would have been lost on what to do. We had a young guy (brown hair and glasses) he was so lovely and made us feel so welcomed. We loved this experience with our check in. The pod we stayed in was lovely also. We also came to check out in the morning and the lovely lady at reception pointed out where we could spot the koalas. If we could give this experience more stars.. we would! ⭐️ Thank you for the stay 🙂
Karin Stahl
09:50 09 Oct 25
We received a free upgrade to an off-grid cabin, which we were very happy about. It was especially great that we spotted several koalas in the trees while walking through the park. One was sleeping in a tree right next to our cabin.
An unforgettable stay.
An unforgettable stay.
Penny Savvas
05:24 09 Oct 25
We stayed 2 nights in an eco cabin which was very comfortable in a fabulous tranquil bushland setting - koalas included. We were very well looked after by the staff. Would highly recommend Bimbi Park.
Mark McCarthy
21:36 08 Oct 25
Bimbi Park was the absolute highlight of our entire South Coast trip. If you want to experience Koalas in the natural habitat literally in arms reach then this is an unmissable destination. The scenery is also spectacular.
Maureen King
06:09 05 Oct 25
What an amazing Park this is. Cannot fault it. Staff are welcoming and helpful. Location fantastic. Dog friendly. So many activities for those with children. Camp kitchen etc is great. BUT the best thing, without a doubt, is the adorable koalas that call this Park home. To see, and hear, them in their natural habitat is so awesome. I truly hope I’m lucky enough to travel this way again. Thank you Bindi Park.
Narayan Sidarth
07:41 28 Sep 25
We had originally booked a camping bod with no linen provided but due to the cold weather and not having proper bedding, we were able to upgrade our room to a caravan for a slightly higher fee and it was totally worth it. The caravan had heating, blankets, microwave, gas stop, bowls, plates and sink. There were koalas all around the property and we spotted 2 of them as soon as we checked in. We were allowed early check-in at 10AM as they had the room available, dropped our bags and went out to explore. The wifi was amazing available next to the office / reception only. We went to see glow worms at night at Melba Gully and on the way back, we spotted two koalas on the road, wallabies and kangaroos, more koalas on the eucalyptus the next morning. The sleep was peaceful. The bathrooms were clean and have a token system to put coins in for the shower for a total of 6min and $1 more for every additional 3 mins. It was amazing to stay away from civilization.
Carly Burgess
10:20 27 Sep 25
A massive shout out to Kat and her lovely son who really went out to help us when our good old Jayco Swan’s roof collapsed and broke as we were setting up this weekend!
Whilst cut short by a night, we still had a wonderful weekend away, and will definitely be back sometime in the future.
Whilst cut short by a night, we still had a wonderful weekend away, and will definitely be back sometime in the future.
Paul
09:26 19 Sep 25
Location is BLISS !!! This was a last minute find for us. We stayed in a lovely cabin that was perfect for us. The walk to the the lighthouse and a little beyond is probably the best walk we did in the Otways. I'd like to commend the operators of Bimbi Park for making our time so special. We'll definitely be back...
Gemma
02:57 19 Jul 25
Incredible accomodation!! We stayed for one night in July 2025. They have created a safe space for all wildlife. In the short time that we were there, we saw 17 Koalas, we even woke up to one just outside our bedroom window. The park is well equipped to cater for couples, families and retirees. Our eco cabin was clean, warm and had a fully stocked kitchen. It was nice and quiet in the park so you could hear all the native birds. Thank you for an incredible stay. We will be back.
Adrian Bligh
01:47 13 Jul 25
We had an amazing time at Bimbi Park! We stayed in one of the cabins, which was clean, warm, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The park itself is nestled in beautiful bushland, and we were lucky enough to spot koalas in the trees and wallabies nearby—such a unique experience! The shared facilities were very well kept, especially the bathrooms, and there’s so much space for kids to play and explore. It’s peaceful, family-friendly, and excellent value for money. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommended!
Danielle Riordan
00:07 11 Jul 25
We loved staying here, the park is simply lovely! Our daughter loved that there were animals that she could hand feed, and that she could run around freely. The staff were simply awesome, they were super friendly and helpful. Our only thing we had a slight issue with was the hardness of the mattress, but everything else was really well done and cosy.
DarklightGamingTV
03:18 09 Jul 25
The staff are amazing and friendly. The other guests were friendly and inviting.
There is so much to do for the family and especially the kids. Mini golf, rock climbing water playground and a standard playground. Oh and don't forget to grab a bag of feed and give the cow, sheep, goats and chickens a feed. Keep a eye open above the goats to see koalas.
Great cooking facilities well enough for everybody and well kept and very clean. And if your so inclined brings some marshmallows as each site has its on fire pit ( wood is available to buy or you could go collect what you can find in the local area.
The only letdowns was the beds that were a bit lumpy/hard and the wifi being only available at the office area (we didn't have any reception on the grounds at all)
There is so much to do for the family and especially the kids. Mini golf, rock climbing water playground and a standard playground. Oh and don't forget to grab a bag of feed and give the cow, sheep, goats and chickens a feed. Keep a eye open above the goats to see koalas.
Great cooking facilities well enough for everybody and well kept and very clean. And if your so inclined brings some marshmallows as each site has its on fire pit ( wood is available to buy or you could go collect what you can find in the local area.
The only letdowns was the beds that were a bit lumpy/hard and the wifi being only available at the office area (we didn't have any reception on the grounds at all)
Jasna Giebeler
09:56 03 Jul 25
Absolutely loved staying at Bimbi Park! From the get go the service was easy! I even got a free upgrade which was appreciated for sure!! Sophie at front office was so kind and helpful while there- she had excellent local knowledge and could recommend great day trips according to my interests. There’s so much to do just around the park and facilities are excellent … given this was Winter it was surprising the great walks close by. If that wasn’t enough the wildlife was awesome! Koala central!! Even spotted cheeky echidna. Above all their sustainable practices are well set out and easy to follow for any rookie. Highly recommend a holiday here!! Location I didn’t star because it really depends on what you are wanting to do. If you are exploring the Otway NP then 10/10 for sure!!!
Cecilia
08:29 30 Jun 25
We had a wonderful stay at Bimbi Park. We booked a cabin, which was very cozy and comfortable. The facilities are well maintained, and the bathrooms were spotless. It’s surrounded by beautiful nature, we saw lots of koalas and wallabies during our stay! There are also plenty of play areas for kids, making it a great spot for families. Overall, great value for money. Highly recommended!
Philip Tobin
08:21 30 Jun 25
We chose an unpowered caravan site as we were passing through on our way west to WA. We just fell in love with this wonderful place and had an amazing time spotting the koalas in the trees adjacent to our caravan (only ever seen koalas in a zoo before) The folk that greeted us at check in were just amazing, friendly and helpful 5 stars guys! We were not aware of the historic importance of the Cape Otway Light Station so before a late checkout we headed down there to check it out. The tour and history were fantastic. We will come back for a longer stay on our return from WA in September 2025 and spend a longer time at Bimbi. Thanks, team, for a truly sensational experience, Cheers, Phil & Karen
Kylie Morris
05:40 15 Apr 25
A very nice bush camping spot. Lots of activities for the kids and allowed to have fire pits, which is amazing when cold. They were very accommodating with a new camp site as we have a 23 ft Caravan. This caused a little issue with reaching the power and water. Being able to watch the Koalas in the trees above was an amazing experience and well worth the drive off the Great Ocean Road.
Gregory Hall
11:11 10 Apr 25
My wife and I stayed in one of the solar cabins. It was well set out, comfortable and perfect for our stay. We had come down to the Otway national park for a few days of hiking and exploring in the area. It was nice to be able to cook our own meals as the facilities were more than adequate.
We also appreciated the help of the park staff to provide us with directions to different places of interest and hiking trails.
Finding a koala outside our cabin every morning was a great way to start the day!!
Bimbi Park is certainly well situated to explore the beauty of the Otways and we would highly recommend the park to anyone looking for a great, relaxing time away.
We also appreciated the help of the park staff to provide us with directions to different places of interest and hiking trails.
Finding a koala outside our cabin every morning was a great way to start the day!!
Bimbi Park is certainly well situated to explore the beauty of the Otways and we would highly recommend the park to anyone looking for a great, relaxing time away.
Tara Pownceby
19:00 30 Mar 25
We had the most wonderful stay at Bimbi Park this weekend!
The facilities were great!
The owners were lovely.
Our kids loved all the activities to do around the park and loved getting up close to the Koalas and the beautiful native birds!
We enjoyed a lovely walk from the park to the Cape Otway lighthouse station.
It's been one of our favourite parks we have visited so far! Highly recommended staying at Bimbi Park! We will definitely be back.
The facilities were great!
The owners were lovely.
Our kids loved all the activities to do around the park and loved getting up close to the Koalas and the beautiful native birds!
We enjoyed a lovely walk from the park to the Cape Otway lighthouse station.
It's been one of our favourite parks we have visited so far! Highly recommended staying at Bimbi Park! We will definitely be back.
タコナヤ
08:47 29 Aug 24
we saw lots of koalas! we saw lots of koalas! we saw lots of koalas!
we had the double room en-suite cabin— super luxurious! staff were extremely welcoming and the grounds overall were very well kept. the goats are also super friendly!
we had the double room en-suite cabin— super luxurious! staff were extremely welcoming and the grounds overall were very well kept. the goats are also super friendly!
Ruth Kimpton
04:01 26 Aug 24
This is the most wonderful camping ground and caravan park! Different types of accommodation to suit everyone. I stayed in an old style caravan. I stayed in an old style caravan. It was such a delight, clean, super comfortable bed with donna and hotel style linen, nice and warm everything you needed in the kitchen. The toilet block was immaculately clean. The wildlife was wonderful and so was the service. I highly recommend this magical place.
Jill Selby
04:01 17 Aug 24
Beautiful bush type camp. No concrete jungle here. Loved our stay
Geoff Woodcock
09:51 16 Aug 24
Michele Egartner
06:09 13 Aug 24
Fantastic location and my family all enjoyed the accommodation , mini golf and the facilities at Bimbi. It's our second time at Bimbi Park and definitely will come back again!
Bruce Barker
11:17 04 Aug 24
We used a powered site. The amenities are modern and clean. The manager is both friendly and a great source of ideas for activities. We spent four nights there and that was barely time to explore this beautiful area. Highly recommended. PS We could see the self contained units and they looked terrific.
Christian Ebaugh
01:38 10 Jul 24
Well, some other parks may have more facilities or larger campground. This park was so much more natural and beautiful. Additionally, all of the facilities were clean and bright and usable. To top that off, doing the koala hunt every day was the highlight of our entire journey. we managed to find Koalas and we checked on half of them Multiple times every day to see how they were doing. I would recommend this park to everyone!
Scott Christian (ScottDelorean)
23:20 09 Jul 24
We've stayed here twice now and loved it. Quiet spot away from the busy-ness of the Great Ocean Road. Spotted 14 Koalas too! A relaxing spot with easy day trips to waterfalls and not far from Apollo Bay.
Vijay Yadav
01:09 17 Jun 24
We recently enjoyed a delightful visit to Bimbi Park with our family. The park is impeccably maintained, seamlessly blending the beauty of nature with comfort. Our accommodations were clean and cozy, making us feel at home. The area was both tranquil and secure, perfect for family activities. The bushwalking trails were a highlight, featuring breathtaking views and being easily navigable for children. Additionally, the staff was exceptionally friendly and supportive. We faced a car issue during our stay, and the staff went above and beyond to assist us, using their vehicle to charge our car's battery. They ensured our problem was resolved before leaving, which we greatly appreciated. We highly recommend Bimbi Park for a family retreat that offers both relaxation and adventure in a peaceful environment.
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