Otways Tourist Park
Address: 25 Main Rd, Gellibrand, Victoria 3239
Phone: 03 5235 8357 | Fax: 03 5235 8358
Email: koorn3@bigpond.com
Web: otwaystouristpark.com
Overview
Otways Tourist Park is located in Gellibrand River at the foot of the Otway Ranges. They offer an alternative to the hustle and bustle of a seaside resort. All sites are set in a beautiful green garden setting with many facilities to ensure your comfort.
The town is located 26 kilometres from Colac on the Colac-Lavers Hill Road which continues on to Apollo Bay. Potteries and wineries are within a short distance from the park.
The park has a solar heated swimming pool, television and games rooms and adventure playground to keep the children occupied. The park boasts two barbecue areas and campers will enjoy the fully equipped camp kitchen. They have an on-site Kiosk selling bread, milk, ice cream and other food and camping items, gas and ice.
The town has a well stocked general store with cafe and outside terrace and historic Country Hotel which serves cold beer and meals.
The park is within a 20 minute drive from the Otway Fly Tree Top Walk and within easy reach of Lorne, Apollo Bay, the 12 Apostles, Otway Light House and Otway National Park. The area boasts many walking tracks including the recently opened Old Beechy Rail Trail, a scenic walking and biking track connecting Colac and Beech Forest, passes through the park which is the located on the site of the old Gellibrand Railway Station. Carlisle State Forrest is within walking distance.
The surrounding area feature some of the best waterfalls in the Otways, such as Triplet, Beauchamp and Hopetoun Falls. These are all within a 30 minute drive. Melba Gully, known as the 'Jewel of the Otways' is only a 30 minute drive. This beautiful, cool rainforest park is famous for its flora walks and displays of glow-worms at night.
Price & booking
Accommodation pricing information (GST included)
Deluxe En-suite Villas
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Per Night
Rate per double, extra person $15, sleep up to six. Linen provided for main bed only. Linen for other beds available at $10 per bed per stay. | 29/04/13 | 27/10/13 | $120.00 | $120.00 |
Park Units
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Per Night
Rate is per double, extra person $15. | 28/04/13 | 27/10/13 | $70.00 | $70.00 |
Powered Sites
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Per Night
Rates are per double for powered sites. Add $10 for en-suited sites. Additional person $12, children $7, per night.. | 28/04/13 | 27/10/13 | $32.00 | $32.00 |
Camping Sites (unpowered)
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Per Night
Rate per double, extra adult $12, children between 3 and 15 years, $7 | 28/04/13 | 27/10/13 | $28.00 | $28.00 |
Deluxe En-suite cabins
| Type | Valid from | Valid to | Price from($) | Price to($) |
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Per night
Rate is per double, extra persons $15 per night. Linen provided to main bed only.
Linen for other beds available at $10 per stay. | 28/04/13 | 27/10/13 | $100.00 | $100.00 |
VILLAS
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Villas
Rate per double in main bedroom, additional beds or person $15 per person. Linen supplied to main QS bed, linen to all other beds available at $10 per stay. | 28/04/13 | 27/10/13 | $120.00 | $120.00 |
Room types
| Type | Description | Number of rooms |
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Deluxe En-suite Villas | Self-contained two bedroom Villas with en-suite, fully equipped kitchen, deck with outdoor setting and private BBQ. Bedrooms have reverse cycle air conditioning. Main bedroom has a queen size bed, second bedroom has either single beds or bunks. Villas are well spaced with bush views assuring your ultimate privacy.
All Villas have satellite TV.
Pets not allowed in cabins. | 6 |
Park Units | Air-conditioned single room units, sleeps three people (one double and one single) adjacent to Amenities Building and across from Camp Kitchen. Units have a fridge, microwave oven, tea and coffee making facilities. and TV. Pillows and Doonas are supplied, guests to bring own linen or we can supply at $10 per bed. | 8 |
Powered Sites | There are 40 powered sites of which eight are en-suited. All sites are grassed in landscaped setting.
Sites are large (12m x 12M) and mostly shaded. | 40 |
Camping Sites (unpowered) | Large camping area with fully equipped camp kitchen and BBQ facilities. All are grassed and set in a garden setting. | 20 |
Deluxe En-suite cabins | The Deluxe en-suited cabins are fully self contained and vary from one bedroom through to three bedroom cabins. All have fully equipped kitchens and bathrooms and are tastefully furnished. Most have QS beds in the main bedroom and either single beds or bunk beds in the other bedrooms. | 8 |
VILLAS | Villas are fully self contained 2 bedroom cabins which are fully self contained and tastefully furnished, complete with satellite TV's and DVD players. They sleep between 2 and 6 persons. In addition to all the features contained in our De-luxe Cabins, the villas have air conditioned bedrooms as well as a covered deck area with outdoor settings and BBQs. | 6 |
Payment methods accepted
Cancellation and booking policy
All bookings will require deposit of one night's accommodation. No refund will be given if cancelled under seven days of planned arrival. No refunds will be given for unused days in case of early departure. All fees are fully payable upon arrival.
More info
Local directions
Our Park is located in the centre of the Township of Gellibrand River, 24 kilometres from Colac on the Colac-Lavers Hill Road. Colac is approximately 70 kilometres from Geelong heading west along the Princess Highway and 150 kilometres from Melbourne.
Facilities
- BBQ Facilities
- Camp Kitchen
- Gas
- Wireless Internet Access
- Laundry
- Pets allowed, enquire on booking
- Playground
- Swimming Pool - Heated
- Public Telephone
- Shop
Activities
- Off Road Driving
- Art and Craft
- Trail bike riding
- Birdwatching
- Camping
- Cycling
- Fishing - Beach
- Swimming
- Bushwalking
- Wine Tasting
Reception opening hours
Summer Time
8:00am
- 8:00pm
After hours ring bell
Winter Time
8:00am
- 6:00pm
After hours ring bell
Check in:
2:00pm
Check out:
11:00am
Memberships
- Caravan Industry Australia Limited
- Victorian Caravan Parks Association
Disabled access
Our Amenities Building has disabled persons showers and toilet facilities. We have one villa whish has a ramp and is suitable for assisted access.
Additional business information
Group and Long-Stay Bookings
Otways tourist Park extends generous discounts to groups on multiple night bookings as well as for extended period bookings. These offers do not apply during long weekends or holiday periods.