Bimbi Park

Bimbi Park - Camping Under Koalas

Bimbi Park offers a truly unique and immersive nature experience, nestled within 4 hectares of magnificent manna gum forest in Cape Otway, the heart of the Great Ocean Road and Great Ocean Walk. This multi-award-winning park is renowned for its abundant wildlife, particularly its resident koalas who can often be seen in the trees directly above your campsite or cabin. It provides a peaceful and genuine bush camping atmosphere while still offering essential amenities.

Accommodation Options:

Powered Sites: Set amongst native wildlife, suitable for caravans and motorhomes.
Unpowered Sites (Bush Campsites): Well away from the main campground, offering a more secluded bush camping experience. Also unpowered sites in the main campground.
Cabins: A range of options from budget to deluxe, some pet-friendly. Many are self-contained with kitchenettes and private bathrooms.
Bunk Houses: Shared accommodation options.
Camping Pods: Compact, basic accommodation options.
On-site Vintage Vans: Unique caravan stays.

Park Amenities:

Modern amenities block with hot showers and toilets.
Laundry facilities (washing machines and dryers).
Camp Kitchen: Fully equipped communal kitchen.
BBQ facilities.
Wood-fired oven (available for guest use).
Open fireplaces (portable fire pits available for hire or bring your own if allowed).
Kiosk/Convenience Store: For essential groceries, drinks, and ice creams.
Free Wi-Fi (in public areas, some cabins may have in-room Wi-Fi).
Playground for children.
Mini golf course.
Table tennis.
Basketball court.
Bird watching opportunities (over 70 varieties of birds).
Wildlife viewing: Koalas, possums, wallabies, and various birdlife.
Communal lounge/TV area.
Pet-friendly: Pets are allowed on sites and in some specific cabins/vans (check policy and applicable charges directly with the park).
Book exchange/lending library.

Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby:

Bimbi Park is ideally positioned to explore the natural wonders of the Otways and the iconic Great Ocean Road.

Cape Otway Lightstation: Approximately 7 km (about 10-minute drive along Lighthouse Road). Australia's most significant lighthouse, offering stunning views and history.
Great Otway National Park: The park is situated within and on the doorstep of the National Park, offering numerous walking trails and forest experiences.
Blanket Bay: Approximately 5 km (15-minute drive). A lovely sheltered beach for swimming, snorkelling, and picnics.
Station Beach and Rainbow Falls: A beautiful coastal walk from Bimbi Park (approximately 40 minutes one way to Station Beach, follow signs to Rainbow Falls).
Aire River: Approximately 25 minutes' drive. Popular for fishing and birdwatching.
Johanna Beach: Approximately 30 minutes' drive. A renowned surf beach.
Apollo Bay: Approximately 30 minutes' drive to the east, a vibrant coastal town with cafes, shops, and a beautiful beach.
Otway Fly Treetop Adventures: Approximately 45 minutes' drive. Experience the rainforest from a unique perspective on a treetop walk and zipline tour.
Glow Worms (near Melba Gully): Best viewed at night in certain sections of the Otway National Park, often a short drive from the park.
Waterfalls (e.g., Triplet Falls, Little Aire Falls, Beauchamp Falls, Hopetoun Falls): Many stunning waterfalls are within a 30-60 minute drive through the Otway rainforest.
Lavers Hill: Approximately 35 minutes' drive, a small town with a few services and a good lookout.
Twelve Apostles: Approximately 1 hour's drive further west along the Great Ocean Road, iconic limestone stacks.