Overview
This big day out to the south of Sydney winds through Australia’s oldest national park, takes in spectacular coastal scenery along the Grand Pacific Drive, traverses the Sea Cliff Bridge, then climbs the sandstone escarpment to return via the forests and farmland of the picturesque Southern Highlands.
Enjoy up close and personal experiences with iconic Australian wildlife, expansive vistas of coastal scenery, eucalyptus-clad valleys and waterfalls plunging over sandstone cliffs, scenic drives through national parks and along bays, beaches and country backroads, beachside dining and cool-climate wine tasting.
Tour includes a private koala experience with a keeper, lunch at a popular seaside cafe, wine-tasting at a boutique winery, National Parks and wildlife park entry fees, friendly and knowledgable guide, transport in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus. Maximum 11 guests. Contact us for private group departures.
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What's included
Friendly, knowledgable guide
In-vehicle air conditioning
Private koala experience with a keeper
Wine tasting at a boutique winery
Small-group tour (max. 11 guests)
Lunch with a glass of Australian wine, beer, juice or soda
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The meeting point is out in front of the Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel, 30 Pitt Street, Sydney.
It is a 2 minute walk from Circular Quay light rail stop, train station, bus stops and ferry wharves and a 5 to 20 minute walk from most central Sydney hotels.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Meeting point
Tours depart at 7:15am and 7:30am from in front of the Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel, 30 Pitt St, Circular Quay. Please double check which tour you are booked on and be ready 10 minutes prior to the departure time.
What to bring
Wear shoes and clothing suitable for easy hiking. A hat, sunscreen and refillable water bottle are recommended. If it's hot bring a swimsuit and towel for a dip at the beach. Bring a warm jacket for the Highlands during the cooler months from May-October.
Fitness
Participants should be able to walk 1 km (half a mile) at a time and be able to walk up and down 50 steps.
Alcohol
The legal drinking age is 18 years. Guests may be required to present photo ID to be served alcohol in some establishments.
What to expect
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11 hours
The experience begins when a friendly guide greets you at the meeting point. You'll be part of a small group of no more than 11 travellers aboard a comfortable minibus that takes you south out of the city along the beaches of Botany Bay and through the Royal National Park. First stop is Bald Hill Lookout, a popular launch site for hang gliders and para gliders, which affords sweeping views of the Illawarra coastline and the famous Sea Cliff Bridge.
After the break it's just a few minutes drive to the family-run Symbio Wildlife Park which is active in koala conservation. Here you'll find out everything you ever wanted to know about these fascinating marsupials during a private koala experience with a keeper. Snap the ultimate selfie - just you and a koala. You’ll also be able to hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies and get up close to other native Australian wildlife.
Next you'll meander along the Grand Pacific Drive traversing the Sea Cliff Bridge as it sweeps out over the ocean, well clear of the crumbling cliffs to which the old highway clung. You’ll continue to follow the scenic coastline to a golden beach where you’ll enjoy lunch in a café popular with locals with views out over the ocean. Bring your swimmers for a dip if the sun is out!
In the afternoon you’ll head up through temperate rainforest into the Southern Highlands. An easy hike leads to viewpoints that take in the spectacular sandstone gorges and towering waterfalls of the Morton National Park.
Finally, you’ll drive along country roads to a boutique winery to sample locally-produced, cool climate wine before returning to Sydney. Arrival back at Circular Quay is around 6:30pm.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Australia/Sydney).
Additional Information
- Bring closed shoes, sunscreen, hat & reusable water bottle. Swimsuit & towel for a swim in the ocean if it’s hot. Warm clothing in layers if it’s cold (usually May-October).
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour from Sydney
Can I cancel Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour from Sydney for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 11 hours.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is out in front of the Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel, 30 Pitt Street, Sydney.
What's included?
- Friendly, knowledgable guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private koala experience with a keeper
- Wine tasting at a boutique winery
- Small-group tour (max. 11 guests)
- Lunch with a glass of Australian wine, beer, juice or soda
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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