Cape Otway Lightstation

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Cape Otway Lightstation is considered Australia’s most significant lighthouse and is also known as the ‘Beacon of Hope”. The light established in 1848 is perched on towering sea cliffs 90 metres above where the spectacular Bass Straight and the Southern Ocean collide.

Experience the thrill of stepping out onto the Lighthouse Balcony for awesome views, and hear the amazing history of tragic shipwrecks on this isolated and rugged coastline from the passionate guides.

Explore the historic telegraph station built in 1859 and discover Australia’s extraordinary secret war history from WWII.

Watch whales at play and soak up the natural beauty and atmosphere or stay overnight in the unique historic lightkeeper’s accommodation; great for families, groups, couples, friends and those hiking the Great Ocean Walk.

The Cape Otway Lightstation is located a short drive off the Great Ocean Road, through the serene forest of the Otway National Park.

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Category
Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority
  • Quality Tourism Accreditation
  • Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
  • Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
  • Victoria Tourism Industry Council
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Gallery / Museum
  • Lawn / Gardens
  • Lookouts
  • Non Smoking
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
  • History & Heritage
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
22/10/2025

Cape Otway

Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority
1140 Lightstation Road
Cape Otway, Victoria

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Sailing Days Date Range Fitler

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Ship Status

Geelong to Devonport ( GEX to DPO )

Schedule Sailing

Check-in times

Est. Departure Time

Est. Arrival Time

August 6th
06:45 pm

04:15 pm – 06:00 pm

06:45 pm
07 Aug, 06:00 am
August 7th
10:00 pm

07:30 pm – 09:15 pm

10:00 pm
08 Aug, 08:30 am
August 8th
06:45 pm

04:15 pm – 06:00 pm

06:45 pm
09 Aug, 06:00 am

Devonport to Geelong ( DPO to GEX )

Schedule Sailing

Check-in times

Est. Departure Time

Est. Arrival Time

August 5th
06:45 pm

04:15 pm – 06:00 pm

06:45 pm
06 Aug, 06:00 am
August 7th
08:30 am

06:00 am – 07:45 am

08:30 am
07 Aug, 07:00 pm