Otway Fly Treetop Adventures sits in the cool temperate rainforest of the Otway Ranges near Beech Forest, about 20 minutes inland from the Great Ocean Road. Its signature is the Treetop Walk, a 600 metre elevated steel walkway that sits 25 to 30 metres above the forest floor, passing through the canopy among tall mountain ash and tree ferns. It is part of a 1.9 km rainforest and treetop walk that takes about an hour, and the walkway ends at a 47 metre Spiral Tower for a view over the forest. The same site runs separate zipline tours through the trees. The walk is suitable for most ages, prams are welcome, and a courtesy shuttle between the visitor centre and the walk runs on request for people with mobility needs.
What the visit is like
You walk from the visitor centre to the start, pass through ground-level rainforest and then rise to the canopy walk. The elevated section gives you close views of epiphytes and treetop birds, and the lower rainforest walk includes tree ferns and giant trees. The site says the walk runs in most weather, including rain, and closes only for severe conditions such as lightning storms and high winds. It is dry underfoot on the steel walkway even in light rain, but wear sturdy shoes and bring a rain jacket.
Tickets and timing
The venue page lists daily opening from 10 am to 5 pm, with last entry at 3:30 pm, and the Treetop Walk takes about an hour. Show your ticket on arrival, and take a screenshot because phone reception on site is limited. Online tickets cannot be combined with other discounts. A separate zipline tour is available for those who want more adventure.
Fitting it in
Otway Fly is not on the coast road, so allow extra driving. It pairs naturally with Great Otway National Park, the Maits Rest rainforest walk and Cape Otway Lightstation, and a day trip that includes it is a good option if you want rainforest as well as coast. Spring is a pleasant season, with cool shade and fewer crowds than summer.
What to expect
The experience
A self-guided walk through rainforest and along an elevated steel walkway in the canopy, ending at a spiral tower.
Best time
Arrive in the morning, since last entry is mid-afternoon, and expect the walk to run in most weather.
How long
Allow about an hour for the walk, and more if you add a zipline tour or the cafe.
Tips
Take a screenshot of your ticket, wear sturdy shoes and bring a rain jacket because reception is limited and the forest is damp.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Families and nature lovers who want a canopy-level view of the Otway rainforest without a hard hike.
- Families
- Prams are welcome, and children usually enjoy the elevated walkway and the spiral tower.
- Couples
- Go in the morning and finish with lunch in Apollo Bay or Lorne.
- Pair with
- Pair it with Great Otway National Park, Maits Rest and Cape Otway Lightstation.
- Time needed
- About an hour for the walk, plus travel time inland from the coast road.
Good questions
How high is the walkway?+
The Treetop Walk sits 25 to 30 metres above the forest floor. The Spiral Tower at the end is 47 metres tall.
How long does the walk take?+
Allow about an hour for the 1.9 km rainforest and treetop walk. A zipline tour is separate and takes longer.
Is it open in rain?+
Yes, the walk runs in most weather and closes only in severe conditions such as lightning storms and high winds.
Is it suitable for prams or reduced mobility?+
Prams are welcome, and a courtesy shuttle between the visitor centre and the walk runs on request for people with mobility impairments.
Where is it?+
It is at Phillips Track, Beech Forest, about 20 minutes inland from the Great Ocean Road, so plan extra driving time.
