Outdoor Activities in New South Wales

Experience Blue Mountains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, while supporting literacy among Australia's Aboriginal youth. Explore the Australian bush with a small group on a train journey from Sydney, and a four-six-hour hike.Trek through Wentworth Falls, down the tallest outdoor staircase in Australia, and into the Jamison valley. Stop for lunch surrounded by waterfalls and treat yourself to something cold at the conservation hut. All proceeds support Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

Explore the wild beauty of the Gold Coast hinterland on this half-day 4WD tour to Mt Tamborine. Encounter koalas, kangaroos and cascading mountain waterfalls on a guided bushwalk through the eucalypt rain forest of Mt Tamborine National Park. Indulge in some mountainside wine tasting, learn how to throw a boomerang and enjoy a morning or afternoon tea break with scones on this delightfully diverse tour.

Feel a rush of adrenaline as you soar through the air on this tandem sky dive over Byron Bay.  Enjoy the thrill of a 60-second free fall from a height of more than 15,000 feet (4,572 meters), then look down over the spectacular beaches and bay during the five-minute parachute descent. Once you're safely back on solid ground, celebrate your achievement with a personalized photo certificate to show off to friends and family back home.

Hit the snow midweek at Perisher or Thredbo with a 3-night tour that provides transportation from Sydney or Canberra. Get away from the crowds when you ski midweek, with more space to work on your board tricks or tear down the ski runs. Leave the city on Monday evening and head to your mountain resort, situated within easy reach of the slopes. Have three days to ski or snowboard before returning to the city on Thursday night. Includes three nights accommodation, three breakfasts, 3-course dinner party, transportation and knowledgeable guides.

Come face-to-face with menacing crocodiles and adorable kangaroos on this private full-day tour to Shoalhaven Zoo, including hotel pick-up and round-trip transport from Sydney. Travel through the Southern Highlands by 4WD, then enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the zoo, including the chance to touch a baby crocodile, cuddle a koala or hold a snake. Best of all, your private itinerary is fully customizable so you could stop by natural wonders like the Kiama blow hole and Fitzroy Falls, go wine tasting at the Coolangatta Vineyard or browse the shops in Berry.

Explore Sydney's Hidden Treasures on the Manly to Palm Beach Day Tour small group (max 8 persons) day tour. Your ECOTREASURES local expert guide will showcase Sydney Northern Beaches coastline in a 6 hour soft adventure eco tour. Experience Sydney's coastal culture as you discover each coastal suburb village and beautiful beaches sheltered between breath taking sandstone cliffs and headlands. Listen to stories from your guide and learn about the local environment in a very comfortable and intimate small group setting.  You will also enjoy a beach side picnic, morning tea, and lunch while watching the waves lap on the shoreline.

Set in the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, Jenolan is Australia's most spectacular cave system, the largest cave system in Australia (that is open to the public) and is 340 million years old - ranking it amongst the oldest caves on Earth. With the fewest stair steps, the Imperial is Jenolan's easiest cave tour, a memorable experience for all ages.

Set in the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, Jenolan boasts Australia's most spectacular cave system and Australia's largest cave system (that is open to the public). At 340 million years old, Jenolan ranks amongst the oldest caves in the world. When you explore the massive Lucas Cave, you stand in Jenolan's highest and widest chambers - it is humbling!

Set in the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, Jenolan is Australia's most spectacular cave system, the largest cave system in Australia (that is open to the public) and is 340 million years old - ranking it amongst the oldest caves on Earth.  Jenolan's Extended Orient tour shows you the awe-inspiring Temple of Baal Cave, plus sections of the Lucas and River caves.

For those who enjoy a morning run and don't want to miss out while traveling, this fast-paced running tour takes in central Sydney's most iconic sites, as well as lesser-known spots. The tour covers around 6 miles (10 kilometers) in the cooler hours of the morning. Refreshing drinks are included, and you'll be able to stop, catch your breath, and take photos as your local guide narrates the history of Sydney.

Enjoy an insider's view of Taronga Zoo, a top attraction located on scenic Sydney Harbour. A zoo keeper gives you exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the animals and other amazing experiences that you won't get with regular admission. This small-group tour has a limit of eight participants, ensuring that you receive a personalized 2-hour experience with ample time to mingle with the kangaroos, take photos with koalas and wombats, and have close encounters with a variety of other Australian wildlife. 

Bring your own 4WD and explore the wild bushlands, beautiful beaches, and dramatic sand dunes of Port Stephens. On this tag-along tour, follow your guide through wildflower meadows and look out for koalas in the Tomaree National Park; visit beaches include Samurai, Little Rocky, and Birubi; and zip up the sand dunes for a magnificent view along the coast.

Get out of the city for a 4-6 hour hike though Sydney Harbour National Park. Swim at secret beaches, learn about Australia's flora and fauna, and feel good doing it with all of the proceeds going to Indigenous Literacy Foundation who's mission is to improve literacy among Indigenous children in Australia. After the hike, explore Manly's cafes, restaurants, and surf shops, and opt to take a scenic ferry ride back to circular quay.

Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge for unrivaled views from a height of 440 feet (134 meters) on this Australian landmark. Select a 3.5-hour BridgeClimb with a guide in the morning or afternoon, or climb at dawn, twilight or night. Choose from several other options, including a 1.5-hour Sampler Climb that takes you halfway up, or a 2.25-hour BridgeClimb Express for a rigorous ascent at a faster pace. Climbs to the summit are limited to 14 participants to ensure personalized attention in a small group. 

Leave Sydney or Canberra to enjoy six days of skiiing and snowboarding at Thredbo or Perisher on a tour that makes it easy to focus on shredding the slopes and working on tricks. With your accommodation, transportation and some meals covered, it's easy to spend six nights the mountains and ski to your heart's content. Tours start every Friday or Monday, with round-trip coach trip and hotel shuttle included.Your tour also includes six nights of shared accommodation, hot breakfasts and two 3-course dinners and knowledgeable guides.

Enjoy an in-depth experience of Sydney Taronga Zoo on a 1.5-hour tour with a zoo guide who introduces you to Australian native animals including koalas and kangaroos. Go behind the scenes with the zoo guide to meet the zoo's hand-raised native animals and have your photo taken with some furry friends. You'll learn more than you could on your own and gain access to areas that are normally off limits to the public. This small-group tour is limited to six people and includes all day entry to Taronga Zoo including Sky Safari.

Venture off-road in a 4WD and explore the wild bushlands, beautiful beaches, and dramatic sand dunes of Port Stephens. On this tour, drive through wildflower meadows and look out for koalas in the Tomaree National Park; visit beaches include Samurai, Little Rocky, and Birubi; and zip up the sand dunes for a magnificent view along the coast.

Take the TreeTop Challenge, one of Australia's largest ropes courses, spread over nine acres (3.6 hectares) of bush land. Half-day admission includes use of safety equipment and access to six different courses for all levels of skill. Participants must be eight years or older.

Sleep under the stars in comfort on this three-day, action-packed camping adventure in the Blue Mountains. The all-inclusive trip includes the best parts of camping in the wild - sitting around a camp fire, telling stories, being close to nature - but prioritizes your comfort, with stretcher beds, showers, and meals provided. A fun weekend for active travelers, with hiking, abseiling, and a visit to an ancient Aboriginal site.

Stretch your legs and get some exercise while exploring Sydney thanks to this 90-minute running tour covering the city's history and top landmarks. Run for 4.6 miles (7.5 kilometers), passing Sydney attractions like the Opera House, Cadman's Cottage, Hyde Park Barracks, and Sydney Harbour Bridge, among others. Celebrate your run by finishing with an included coffee at one of the city's top caffeine purveyors.