Australians are blessed with so many amazing options for domestic travel, and these days there are so many more amenities that make accessibility easier.

If you and your family are looking to plan your next adventure, we’ve listed our top six destination picks for accessible holidays – including some of the local services that cater to the differently abled.

1. Great Ocean Road, Victoria

This incredible coastal road is famous around the world, and for good reason – it’s 243km of breathtaking scenery, featuring a number of beautiful natural wonders. The true star of the show is the Twelve Apostles, which can be enjoyed from a fully paved accessible viewing platform.

Accessible local services:

Bellair 1

Address: 4-6 Bell Street

Ocean Grove , Victoria

Telephone: (03) 0351 5605

Web: www.greatoceanstays.com.au

Bellair 3

Address: 4-6 Bell Street

Barwon Heads , Victoria

Telephone: (03) 0351 5605

Web: www.greatoceanstays.com.au

2. Phillip Island, Victoria

Famous for its delightful fairy penguins, Phillip Island is family friendly and accessible. There is an exclusive disabled access viewing area to watch the Penguin Parade as the fairy penguins return to the beach, and a complimentary buggy service providing beach access to travelers with disabilities.

Accessible local services:

The Island Accommodation

Address: 10-12 Phillip Island Tourist Road

Newhaven, Victoria

Telephone: (03) 5956 6123

Web: http://www.theislandaccommodation.com.au

Comfort Resort Kaloha Phillip Island

Address: Corner Steele & Chapel Streets

Cowes, Victoria

Telephone: (03) 5952 2179

Web: http://kaloha.com.au

3. Otway Ranges, Victoria

The Otway Ranges is home to some of the most pristine rainforests in the world. The Otway Fly Treetop Walk allows visitors to experience the full majesty of the rainforest from 500 metres above sea level. “The Fly” is a 600 metre long walk that ascends at a gentle grade and provides wheelchair access.

Accessible local services:

Countrywide Cottages

Address: 1205 Winchelsea Deans Marsh Road

Bambra Victoria

Telephone: 03 5288 7399

Web: http://countrywidecottages.com.au

Otway Escapes Luxury Cottage (Valley Views)

Address: 310 Pennyroyal-Wymbooliel Road

Pennyroyal, Victoria

Telephone: 0411 721 163

Web: http://www.otwayescapes.com.au

4. Ocean Grove, Victoria

Ocean Grove is a gorgeous seaside town located on the Bellarine Peninsula, and the beach offers fun activities for people with disabilities. The beach wheel chairs and beach matting offer full accessibility to the surf and there are programs that teach lifesaving skills and surfing to disabled people.

Accessible local services:

Bellair 1

Address: 4-6 Bell Street

Ocean Grove , Victoria

Telephone: (03) 0351 5605

Web: www.greatoceanstays.com.au

Bellair 3

Address: 4-6 Bell Street

Barwon Heads , Victoria

Telephone: (03) 0351 5605

Web: www.greatoceanstays.com.au

5. Manly Beach, NSW

Manly is home to one of Australia’s best beaches, and the community also has some of the best accessibility features, including beach wheelchairs. It is friendly to visitors with mobility access issues and visual impairment as well, and the main strip has many accessible shops, restaurants and bars.

Accessible local services:

Novotel Rockford Darling Harbour

Address: 17 Little Pier Street

Darling Harbour, New South Wales

Telephone: (02) 8217 4000

Web: http://www.novotelrockforddarlingharbour.com.au

Pumphouse Bar & Restaurant

Address: 17 Little Pier Street

Darling Harbour, New South Wales

Telephone: 1800 788 155

Web: http://www.novotelrockforddarlingharbour.com.au

6. Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

The Great Barrier is a bona fide natural wonder, and is the largest coral reef in the world. Wheelchair users can snorkel and explore in the weightless environment of the reef, and the availability of water access lifts allows wheelchair users to directly enter the water, for an immersive experience.

Accessible local services:

Quicksilver Cruises

Address: The Reef Marina, Wharf Street

Port Douglas QLD

Telephone: (07) 4087 2100

Web: https://www.quicksilver-cruises.com

Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Address: Mitre Street

Port Douglas QLD

Telephone: (07) 4084 3500

Web: www.pullmanportdouglas.com.au/

For more information about travel destinations and accessibility services we recommend that you check out Can Go Everywhere, a website dedicated to listing service providers that offer assisted care holidays, equipment hire and accessible accommodation options. http://cangoeverywhere.com.au/service-providers/