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Meet koalas, kangaroos and discover pretty waterfalls as you journey through the bays, beaches and bushland of the Central Coast.
Kick off the day at an award‑winning wildlife park where a ranger leads you to get up close to a fluffy koala for a quick pat. Wander among kangaroos as they bound past looking for a friendly feed and pat.
Encounter dingoes, wallabies, echidnas, a Tasmanian devil, wombat, emus, parrots and a saltwater crocodile. Step into Australia’s only venom centre for a thrilling look at the snakes and spiders that call Australia home.
Relax beside a hidden waterfall surrounded by red gums and banksias—an ideal place to feel worlds away.
After lunch, explore blue lakes, beaches and sweeping headlands looking for giant pelicans.
Wrap up the adventure with a scenic train ride back to Central Sydney through pretty forests and across the Hawkesbury River.
*Optional stop to sample botanical infused flavoured gin at a distillery and delicious fruit wine at a winery
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick up is available from Sydney hotels, airbnbs, Overseas Passenger Cruise terminal and White Bay Cruise Terminal within the inner-city metro area of Sydney as defined in the map. For busy streets without available parking spaces we will arrange pick up as close as possible.
Will be fabulous to meet you all.
Ben Barry
Owner - Personalised Sydney Tours
Discover. Immerse. Treasure.
The tour concludes with a scenic train ride back to Sydney's Central Station located near George and Pitt St, Sydney.
Itinerary
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Sydney Harbour Bridge (Pass by)
Completed in 1932 driving over the 'coathanger' is a must and connects Sydney with North Sydney and the stunning lower north shore. One of the world's most famous bridges.
Admission ticket free -
Hawkesbury River (Pass by)
Drive over the Moonee Moonee Bridge and the grand Hawkesbury River - the gateway to the Central Coast of NSW. This region is famous for its pearl oysters, Sydney Rock Oysters and Pacific Oysters.
Admission ticket free -
1
Enjoy all the unique Australian animals at this renowned wildlife park. Spend time up close with cute, fluffy young koalas, hand feed kangaroos and see wallabies, tasmanian devils, wombats, dingoes, echidnas and platypus. Spend some free time to yourselves with a huge crocodile, Australian snakes and spiders, on a must visit experience.
1 hour 50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Discover Australian native banksias, tea tree, mountain devils, spider flowers, scribbly gums and grass trees on a wonderful stroll through an Australian National Park. Relax by some waterfalls and look for the inquisitive Eastern Water Dragon, Lace Monitor and Eastern Whipbirds. Depending on time, complete a longer loop walk to another hidden waterfall.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
Drive by a coastal lagoon brimming with hundreds of sailing boats, fishing boats and the quaint waterside towns of Point Clare, Tascott and Koolewong.
Admission ticket free -
3
Seek out the Australian pelican - the largest pelican in the world, sweeping it's bill searching for fish. Get up close for some amazing pictures as local fisherman bring in their catch.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Gorgeous Ocean Beach overlooks the Central Coast's Broken Bay to Lion Island - a remote penguin colony. Time permitting take an optional stroll on the sand dipping your toes in the sparkling water.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The beautiful surf break of Umina and South Umina Beach can be viewed from both beachside and above as we ascend up Mount Ettalong.
Admission ticket free -
4
Surround yourself around the peculiar Sydney Red Gum and its twisting branches on this short pleasant walk that overlooks Pearl Beach, one of the Central Coast's prettiest beaches. Keep an eye out for the laughing kookaburra and native brush turkey. Time permitting drive down to Pearl Beach for a quick walk looking for colourful seashells.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
Return back to Sydney's Central Train Station on a scenic and relaxing public train ride from the Central Coast. Travel through the stunning Brisbane Water and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Parks via pretty waterways and over the iconic Hawkesbury River Bridge. A delightful return to Sydney avoiding the rush hour traffic.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Distillery Botanica
Available as an Optional Stop: Visit an award-winning gin distillery for flavoured and botanically infused gins. Try some interesting styles and and meander through their herb gardens.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Firescreek Fruit Wines
Available as an Optional Stop: Sample interesting and delicious fruit wine at a fruit winery on the Central Coast. Try blueberry, pear, strawberry, lemon and orange wine, amongst other seasonal fruits with a chance to stroll their gorgeous grounds.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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