Geelong Adventure Specialists
ProHighlights
- Guided rock climbing and abseiling on the granite outcrops of the You Yangs and the Anakie cliff, with all ropes, harnesses and climbing shoes supplied.
- Team days for workplaces built around climbing, mountain biking or a full-day checkpoint challenge, with time to reflect on how the team works.
- Free transport for smaller groups from Geelong or Lara, and guides qualified through the Australian Climbing Instructors Association.
About Geelong Adventure Specialists
Geelong Adventure Specialists is an outdoor adventure company run from Grovedale by a husband-and-wife team with long careers in outdoor education. Their guides take groups rock climbing and abseiling on the granite outcrops of the You Yangs and at the Anakie cliff, as well as mountain biking, bushwalking and navigation courses around the region. Climbing is sold as private guiding, so a group never shares the rock with strangers. Sessions run for four or six hours and include a guide, ropes, harnesses, helmets and climbing shoes, with transport from Geelong or Lara for smaller groups. Abseiling can be added through the combined climb and abseil packages, and families can book climbing, abseiling or both together. Groups of ten or more can book a dedicated climbing day, and workplaces are a big part of the business. Team programs range from two-hour workshops on strengths and group dynamics to a four-hour climb, a three-hour mountain bike session and a full Team Challenge day that ends with a checkpoint journey of clues and problem solving. The team talks through what the group wants and suggests a program to match. Guides hold climbing qualifications from the Australian Climbing Instructors Association, and the business holds a Parks Victoria tour operator licence and public liability cover. Guests bring sturdy shoes, water, sun protection, a rain jacket and lunch.
Inclusions & amenities
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Group climbing days for ten or more and corporate team programs are quoted on request.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a guided climb cost?
A four-hour private guided climb starts from $180 per person for a group of six to ten, rising to $200 each for three to five people and $500 for one climber. Groups of more than ten are quoted on request.
Where do the climbing sessions happen?
Most climbs are at the You Yangs, on small granite outcrops close to the car parks, or at the Anakie cliff near Staughton Vale, which has longer routes and a good abseil. Guides confirm the meeting point once the booking is made.
What do we need to bring?
Sturdy shoes for the walk in, one to two litres of water, sunscreen and sunglasses, clothing you can move in, a rain jacket, a small daypack and your own lunch and snacks. Climbing gear and shoes are supplied.
Can you run a team-building day for our workplace?
Yes. Programs include indoor and outdoor team workshops, a four-hour climbing experience, a three-hour mountain bike session and a full Team Challenge day, each shaped around what the team wants to work on.
Is transport included?
Transport can be arranged from Geelong or Lara for smaller groups where possible, which adds roughly half an hour to an hour either side of the session. Groups can also drive and meet the guide at the climbing car park.
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Suitable occasions
Diana Asangi
a year ago
We recently went on the Great Ocean Road trip with Geelong Adventure Specialists, and it was an unforgettable experience! Our driver, Lisa, was exceptional. She was knowledgeable about the area and incredibly friendly an…
Mathew Marasco
a year ago
GAS helped us run some group adventure activities out of Lorne as part of a work retreat for around 40 staff - Surfing, Great Ocean Road Tour, and Live Wire Park. Jeremy was great with putting all the options together an…
Daniel Mitchell
2 years ago
GAS are great. I needed a tailor-made abseil course for my partner and I, and Jeremy made it happen. Great intro level training and very well explained. Instilled confidence in us and has helped provide a very good found…
Carol Smith
4 years ago
What a fantastic experience!! I gifted my partner and his son an abseiling voucher with GAS and wow did they enjoy it. Jeremy was extremely professional, safe and fun. It was everything I wished for. They started with r…
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