Sunset at the 12 Apostles

Behold the sun, sky, clouds, sea, and land.
 
Behind a collection of limestone stacks called the 12 Apostles, the sun conceals itself as it sinks into the seemingly calm seas of the Southern Ocean. The picture is that of a union of heaven and earth. On the horizon, the sea meets the sky, and on the land, I stand to watch the phenomenon from not so far a distance.
 
There is peace at the surface creating a serene atmosphere, drowning out the chaos of the rough surfs of Port Campbell.
 
The changing colours of orangey light, pinkish clouds, on a golden horizon overwhelm the sky that’s blue and the turquoise ocean hue. Off the shores are the 12 Apostles standing firm, they are the towering pillars, cliffs, and gorges made of limestone carved throughout time by the bashing of the ocean and the wind. Below lies the rugged bubbly surf rolling onto sandy beaches.
 
Three, four, five pillars of stone glitter golden as the rays of the sun crash on the surface, reflecting back the light with enchanting colours.
 
Sun and sea, they are one like an eye divine flecked with gold.
 
A few moments later dark shapes are formed outlining the towering pillars. The silhouettes of the apostles appear like some dark spots in a colourful painting of which the canvass is nature.
 
The image is enchanting and the experience magical. Impressive, glorious, picturesque, no adjective can describe and exhaust the depth of nature’s work of art.
 
Sunset at the 12 Apostles is a spectacular conclusion to a day tour of the Great Ocean Road tourist route.
 
After exploring the ancient rainforest of the Otways, getting up close to Australia’s native animals and the lovely birds of Kennett River and Lorne, learning the tragic story of Loch Ard Gorge and dipping in its pristine shallows, or marvelling at the naturally formed towers of the fallen London Bridge, sunset remains to be the perfect time to reflect about life’s deeper meaning.
 
As the salty ocean breeze caresses my skin, I bask in the dying sun and breathe in the minty and invigorating air that gives life to a weary soul. When the spirit is tired no more, such experience cannot be captured by the camera. It can only be stored in memory, adding to the wealth of one’s experience.
 
Soaking in the magic and the spectacle, getting lost in the work of art that only gods can paint with materials heavenly — such is the sunset at the 12 Apostles.
 
Getting to Port Campbell is easy through the help of Eco Platypus. Such well-organized trip ensures a time well-spent. More time to yourself and more time for reflection.
 
Check out our Great Ocean Road Sunset Tour which highlights the big-ticket scenic attractions on the Great Ocean Road. The tour concludes with the spectacular sunset at the 12 Apostles. Included in this tour are a visit to a chocolate factory, viewing the breathtaking coastal lookouts, listening to tales about Loch Ard Gorge, and much more.