Waratah Adventure Tours

Multiple Day Tours
3 Day Blue Mountain & Kanangra Walls (B1)

Capture the grandeur and beauty of the Blue Mountains and Kanangra Wilderness, overnight in self-contained bush cabins and enjoy the wildlife in its natural environment.

Day 1: Hawkesbury River -Mount Wilson
Leave Sydney at 8.00am for historic Windsor; cross the Hawkesbury River on your way up onto the sandstone plateau that comprises the Blue Mountains; follow bush tracks into rugged canyons and take in the Cathedral of Ferns atop Mt. Wilson; descend into farmlands en route to the convict town-ship of Hartley; pine plantations dominate the landscape before arriving at the holiday cabins, your accommodation for the next two nights. The flats teem with wildlife and kangaroos can be observed around the cabins.L, D

Day 2: Jenolan Caves - Kanangra National Park
An early morning wombat prowl before hiking down the Six-Foot-Track to Jenolan Caves to explore this extensive limestone cave system (guided tour optional); continue to Kanangra Boyd National Park (1300 mtr above sea level), an isolated region of sub-alpine plants and windswept heathlands; walk to Kalang Falls and along the cliff tops of Kanangra Walls where breath-taking views unfold; in the afternoon return to your cabins. B, L, D

Day 3: Valley of Waters -Blue Mountains
Today return via Coxs River to the Blue Mountains; enjoy stunning views at Govetts Leap and take in the impressive sandstone formation of The Three Sisters; experience temperate rainforest as you hike from Wentworth Falls along the cliffs to the Valley of Waters; return to Sydney in late afternoon and transfer to your hotel; end of tour. B, L

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

Included: Touring in offroad-vehicle with a qualified driver-guide; 7 meals (except drinks); accommodation in self-contained holiday cabins with share bath & bedrooms; national park permits.

Please note: You can upgrade to your own cabin (2 bedrooms) for an additional $ 180.00 per 2 nights!

Please bring cool weather gear, especially in Australian winter months. Light hiking boots are recommended!
3 Day Blue Water Rhapsody (BWR)

Port Stephens is a Blue Water Paradise two and a half times the size of Sydney harbour. National parks cover over 2000 hectares including the largest coastal sand dune system in Australia. The area is inhabited by dolphins, koalas and more than 230 birds species.

Day 1: Koalas and Sand Dunes
Depart Sydney at 8.00 am; arrive at Tilligerry Peninsula and hike along Lemon Tree Passage to spot koalas in their natural habitat; this is followed by a canoe expedition along the river mangroves; after lunch drive to Anna Bay and explore the huge sand dune system of Stockton Beach by 4WD vehicle, swim in the ocean or comb the beach; then head for your hotel at Nelson Bay.  L,D
Day 2: Blue Water and Dolphins
Early walk to the summit of Tomaree Head for spectacular views; mid morning board your sailing vessel for a truly unforgettable experience: a dolphin watch and island cruise; in June/July and September/October you might be lucky to view the magnificent display of whales just outside the heads; finish this adventures day with a tea at the historic Nelson Bay Lighthouse.  B,L,D
Day 3: Wine and Pioneers
After a hearty breakfast depart for the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine region; enjoy some outstanding wines before travelling via historic Wollombi and along a dusty convict trail to St Albans; have a refreshing drink at the famous ‘Settlers Arm’; cross the Hawkesbury River by ferry and arrive back in Sydney with a lot of memories. B, L

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

Inclusions: Travel in air-conditioned offroad vehicle with a qualified driver-guide; 2 nights in 3*hotel (twin share); 7 meals (except alcoholic drinks); all activities according to program; national park fees.
4 Day Capital Connection (TCC)

This 4 day tour links the National Capital of Canberra with Sydney (New South Wales) and Melbourne (Victoria)

Day 1: Sydney - Batemans Bay
Hotel pick up at 9.00 hrs in Sydney; travel along Botany Bay to the lush escarpment of the Southern Highlands; experience a subtropical rainforest on a walk in Minnamurra National Park; 
take in the rugged coastline and the "Blowhole" at Kiama; continue along Princess Highway to historic Berry before arriving at Murramarang National Park (Pebbly Beach), where kangaroos graze near the beach; overnight in nearby Batemans Bay. D

Day 2: Canberra - Snowy Mountains

Today drive across the Great Dividing Ranges to the old village of Braidwood and shortly after Canberra is in sight; enjoy the many highlights of Australia’s Capital on a sightseeing trip including the new Parliament House, the National Exhibition and the sweeping views from Mt. Ainslie lookout; travel along the Australian Alps to the Snowy Mountains and Lake Jindabyne for your overnight stay. B, D

Day 3: Lakes Entrance - Gippsland

Take in the fresh mountain air on an early walk; drive on gravel roads through a magnificent landscape across the state border and Snowy River Country; descend to the shores of Bass Strait and Lakes Entrance, the mouth of an extensive lake system; spend some time strolling along ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ and pass Lake King on your way to Sale in Central Gippsland and stay overnight. B, D

Day 4: Dandenong Ranges - Melbourne

Continue your trip on South Gippsland Highway past the now obsolete "Omega Navigation Facility"; a short drive brings us to the oldest settlement in Gippsland - Port Albert (1844); from Mt Fatigue in the Strzelecki Ranges the fantastic view across South Gippsland and Wilsons Promontory is breathtaking; in the afternoon travel in to the Dandenong Ranges, visit a vineyard to sample some outstanding wine and continue on to Melbourne; with a brief sightseeing trip and the hotel transfer our service ends.  B

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

This tour is also operated in reverse: Melbourne - Sale (Gippsland) - Lakes Entrance - Jindabyne (Snowy Mountains) - Canberra - Batemans Bay (South Coast) - Sydney.