Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour from Sydney
Description
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, sipping wine 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. More information at wildlifewaterfallswine.com
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Itinerary
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.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Guests under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years. Photo ID may be requested as proof of age
- You should be able to walk 1 km (half a mile) at a time and be able to walk up and down 50 steps
- 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).
Reviews(567)
As a solo traveler, this was hands down one of the highlights of my trip to Australia. The day was so well planned and packed with incredible experiences without ever feeling rushed. Getting to feed the kangaroos was such a fun experience, and going into the koala enclosure early to actually touch the koalas was amazing. The waterfalls, coastal views, seaside lunch, and wine tasting made for a perfect day. Steve, the other Steve, was a fantastic guide. Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely made the whole day fun. The small group size also made it really easy and comfortable as a solo traveler. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Sydney.
Superb on all counts, great program, a full day of variety, from landscapes to wildlife, with a native Sydney experienced guide, who can engage on so many subjects from history to geography, culture, etc. A truly memorable addition to a short Sydney stay, well worth the full day !
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It means a lot to our team to know we helped make your Sydney visit a memorable one. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure if your travels bring you to Australia again. Cheers, from all of the team @WildlifeWaterfallsWine.com
This is an absolutely amazing experience and great for solo travelers! Highly recommend if you are in Sydney
Thanks so much for the lovely review, Katelyn! We’re so happy you had such a great day with us. It’s always wonderful to hear that solo travellers felt comfortable, welcomed and enjoyed the experience from start to finish. Thanks again for joining us and for recommending the tour! Cheers, from all of the team @WildlifeWaterfallsWine.com
What a wonderful day outside of Sydney. The wildlife part was the biggest highlight, I could have stayed there all day but there was so much more to see. Pro tip though: Bring a jacket!!! It was freezing at the waterfall. Definitely recommend this tour, as long as you bring a jacket.
Thank you Maren! We’re so glad you enjoyed your day exploring beyond Sydney with us. Sounds like the wildlife experience was a real highlight, those close up encounters are pretty special. And yes, the waterfalls can definitely surprise people with the temperature, especially when the wind picks up. Your jacket tip is very good advice for future guests. Thanks again for joining us and for taking the time to leave a review. Cheers, from all of the team @WildlifeWaterfallsWine.com
Wonderful way to meet wildlife and get out of the city! After petting koalas and feeding kangaroos, I felt I had gotten my money’s worth but that was just the start. The day continued with beautiful views and so much information about Australia. Tony was wonderful. I would absolutely recommend to spend a day with Wildlife, Waterfalls, and Wine!
Hi Olivia, Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed the day and everything it had to offer. Tony will be so pleased to hear your kind words, we will be sure to pass them on. Thank you for recommending us, and for choosing to spend the day with us. Cheers, from all of the team @WildlifeWaterfallsWine.com
What a fabulous day wandering south of Sydney! Our local guide, Rob was simply the best. From local stories, to a on-time itinerary, with plenty of stops for photos… this was a great experience. We saw the coastline, we traveled winding roads up mountains, we saw local wildlife, beautiful gardens and farms, coastal cafe lunch, a stunning waterfall and finished with a wine tasting. Learned much about this beautiful place along the way! Rob is simply amazing and his enthusiasm for his home comes through all day!
Hi there, Thank you so much for your lovely review, it really means a lot to us. We are so glad you had such a great day with Rob, he will be absolutely thrilled to hear your kind words. We love hearing when guests enjoy not just the places we visit, but the stories and local touches along the way. We really appreciate you choosing to spend the day with us and sharing your experience. Cheers, from all of the team @WildlifeWaterfallsWine.com
This was a fantastic day trip that really gives a broad flavor of Australia! The wildlife experience was amazing! The animals were accessible and kept beautifully well! The drive to lunch was breathtaking! The waterfall hike was very accessible and the scenery beautiful….even in the rain! The wine tasting was beautiful and the wines were very tasty! The vineyard was fabulous! All done with time for dinner after the tour! Highly recommend!
Hi Jodie, Thank you for such a thoughtful review, we really appreciate it. It is great to hear you enjoyed the flow of the day and everything it had to offer. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to the team, they will love hearing this. Thanks again for the recommendation, and we are so glad you chose to spend the day with us. Cheers, from all of the team @WildlifeWaterfallsWine.com
Our host, Rowan, was excellent. We were given history and local facts that were of great interest to out whole group. The"zoo" amazed us. Hands on with the koala's , the wallaby's and kangaroos. Great lunch! The falls were obscured by clouds but interesting and the winery was fun. Great day! Highly recommend. It's a do over!
Hi David, Thank you so much for your lovely review, we really appreciate it. We are so glad you had a great day out with Rowan and enjoyed all the stories and local insights along the way. It is great to hear the wildlife experience and lunch were highlights. Even when the falls are a little hidden by the clouds, they still make for a special stop. Thanks again for your recommendation, and we would love to welcome you back for another day out anytime. Cheers, from all of the team @WildlifeWaterfallsWine.com
Great variety of activities, emphasizing areas south and west of Sydney not covered by many other tours. And I really enjoyed our guide!
Hi Alan, Thank you for your kind review, we really appreciate you taking the time to share it. We are so glad you enjoyed the variety of the day and exploring some of the lesser visited areas outside Sydney. Thanks again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Cheers, from all of the team @WildlifeWaterfallsWine.com
I had a very detailed review done but it didn’t save so I’m not going to rewrite it all but it was great! Rohan was great and exceeded expectations. Amazing views, lunch swim, koala, kangaroo, waterfalls, wine! What’s not to love. Ended with 13,000 steps for the day. There is a changing space and shower if you want to swim. Would recommend to anyone visiting and very moderately priced for all you get!
Hi there, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience, we really appreciate it. We are so glad you had such a great day out with Rohan, he will be very happy to hear your kind words. It sounds like you made the most of everything, and yes, it can be quite an active day. Thanks again for the recommendation, it means a lot to us. We would love to have you back anytime. Cheers, from all of the team @WildlifeWaterfallsWine.com
