Holiday Reviews

  • 'The Great Ocean Walk is one of the most varied and spectacular coastal walks I have ever undertaken.  The tour focussed on four days of highlights, based on the experience of the tour guides.  Highly recommended.'

    Geoff, 59 years, Sydney
  • This was my 2nd trip with Encounter and another brilliant holiday. Great fellow travellers, good food, a challenging walk ........ perfect weather ! 

    Judith, 49 years, Brisbane, Queensland
  • Great Ocean Road walk was fabulous. Guides were helpful and friendly and did all in their power to make sure we enjoyed ourselves. Group was fun, great people. Highly recommend. Christine, 62 years, Melbourne.

    Christine, 62 years, Melbourne, Victoria
  • Thoroughly enjoyed the Great Ocean Road Walk...would recommend to others. Thank you for a well organised positive experience. Monika, 41 yrs, Melbourne

    Monika, 41 years, Melbourne, Victoria
  • 'Fantastic experience with a great group around the same age.  Challenging walk, but very satisfying being able to complete it.  A great sense of achievement.'

    Daniela, 66 years, Melbourne, VIC
  • 'An excellent walk on the great ocean road.  It was challenging but rewarding. I recommend it.'

    Kerry, 60 years, Sydney, NSW
  • 'I really enjoyed the walk and the way it was organised, although the amount of walking we did each day was quite challenging. As long as you come well prepared and don't expect it to be easy I am sure you will enjoy it too.'

    Joachim, 63 years, NSW
  • 'Great ocean road walk beautiful views seen only by walking the track well maintained had the best time.'

    Wilma, 55 years, VIC
  • 'The Great Ocean Walk holiday was a great introduction to singles tours and walking holidays. Being in a small group with people of a similar age enabled everyone to get to know each other. Would most definitely look at another walking holiday in the future.'

    Janene, 44 years, Newcastle, NSW
  • 'I really enjoyed the walk and the way it was organised, although the amount of walking we did each day was quite challenging. As long as you come well prepared and don't expect it to be easy I am sure you will enjoy it too.'

    Joachim, 63 years, NSW
  • 'Great hiking the Great Ocean Road. Met so many lovely people First time traveller with Encounter and will definitely use your services again.'

    Mary, 50 years, Adelaide, SA
  • 'I thoroughly enjoyed walking sections of the Great Ocean Road. Had a lot of laughs. Great bunch of people which made it a lot of fun.'

    Colin, 46 years, Sydney, NSW
  • 'One of the Best holidays I have had. Didn’t have to think about anything. Was told what time to meet in the mornings with breakfast, lunch and dinner all planned. Still could have my alone time when needed after socializing in the day.'

    Linda, 57 years, Newcastle, NSW
  • 'Thoroughly enjoyed my holiday. The tour guides, Andrew and Alistair were very knowledgeable, friendly and funny. The food they prepared for us was very good, and the group itself, all women, were a great bunch.'

    Wendy, 60 years, Sydney, NSW
  • 'This is a walk that  I have long wanted to do, and its reality far exceeded my expectations.Views were really spectacular, and combined with the historical background, made this a not to be missed experience.  Park trek provided everything necessary to make this a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Group interaction was fantastic and provided the opportunity to make lasting friendships.'

    Sally, 70 years, WA