Wildlife Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour from Sydney
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.
See recent trip photos and video on IG @wildlife.waterfalls.wine
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.
See recent trip photos and video on IG @wildlife.waterfalls.wine
Inclusions
- Small-group tour (max. 11 guests)
- Friendly, knowledgable guide
- Private koala experience with a keeper
- Lunch with a glass of Australian wine, beer, juice or soda
- Wine tasting at a boutique winery
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Local Travel Planner, 30 Pitt St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia
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.
Duration: 11 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Local Travel Planner, 30 Pitt St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000 Australia
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.
Duration: 11 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- You should be able to walk 1 km (half a mile) at a time and be able to walk up and down 50 steps
- Most travelers can participate
- 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).
- Local Travel Planner is registered with NSW Government as a COVID Safe business. If you have any symptoms, please stay home.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Cancellation
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Jeanne T
April 2023
We were able to spend several minutes with the Koalas which was a once in a lifetime experience. That said, the entire trip couldn’t have been any better.
We were able to spend several minutes with the Koalas which was a once in a lifetime experience. That said, the entire trip couldn’t have been any better.CyganGiza
March 2023
What a great time. Steve our guide was funny and was so knowledgeable about everything Australia! I can’t say enough! We really got a good introductory flavor of the wildlife, coastline and wines of Australia! We also had a really nice seaside lunch with great views too! I would recommend this to...
What a great time. Steve our guide was funny and was so knowledgeable about everything Australia! I can’t say enough! We really got a good introductory flavor of the wildlife, coastline and wines of Australia! We also had a really nice seaside lunch with great views too! I would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a nice, easy and informative trip in a comfortable and air conditioned van. Ask about the Big Potato!Cody S
March 2023
Tony was absolutely amazing. He was informative and fun to be around. The zoo, waterfalls, and wine were all great but it was Tony who really glued the whole experience together. Would absolutely go again!!!
Tony was absolutely amazing. He was informative and fun to be around. The zoo, waterfalls, and wine were all great but it was Tony who really glued the whole experience together. Would absolutely go again!!!L3605STmartinm
May 2023
Wild life park very nice close up fun with Kangaroos and Koala bears particularly good. Love walk with stunning views and a wine tasting yo round up the afternoon.
Wild life park very nice close up fun with Kangaroos and Koala bears particularly good. Love walk with stunning views and a wine tasting yo round up the afternoon.Keshav-Patel
May 2023
This trip is a MUST when visiting Sydney. We had a great day with the ‘other Steve’ as our guide. Steve was absolutely fantastic. He is so knowledgeable and made the trip as good as it was. We got to pet a couple of Koalas and feed some kangaroos at a great wildlife park, we stopped off at some ...
This trip is a MUST when visiting Sydney. We had a great day with the ‘other Steve’ as our guide. Steve was absolutely fantastic. He is so knowledgeable and made the trip as good as it was. We got to pet a couple of Koalas and feed some kangaroos at a great wildlife park, we stopped off at some scenic points followed by a great lunch, waterfall location then to the vineyard for some Wine tasting, really worth the money. The mini bus arrived on time and was modern and very comfortable, again Steve was very accomplished. This was probably the best day in Australia for me. Highly recommend.Farm V
May 2023
Tony was an excellent guide, knowledgeable, personable, making everyone feel welcome. Paid more in the beginning, but it was refreshing to find absolutely everything was included. Lovely mix of Australia
Tony was an excellent guide, knowledgeable, personable, making everyone feel welcome. Paid more in the beginning, but it was refreshing to find absolutely everything was included. Lovely mix of Australia