Sydney's Northern Beaches - Manly, Lighthouse & Wild Wallabies

10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Sydney's Northern Beaches on this immersive tour that includes a climb to Barrenjoey Lighthouse for stunning views and a chance to spot whales from May to November. Relax on Palm Beach, the famed filming location of 'Home and Away,' and enjoy a ferry ride to the secluded Secret Beach, where wild wallabies and blue swimmer crabs await. Take a scenic Pittwater cruise, explore Avalon Beach's charming village, and savor lunch at a local café. Conclude with a ferry cruise through Sydney Harbour, offering spectacular views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

- Climb Barrenjoey Headland for panoramic views and whale-watching
- Visit Palm Beach and the iconic Summer Bay filming location
- Enjoy a ferry to Secret Beach, spotting wildlife and relaxing on the shore
- Scenic cruise through Pittwater and Sydney Harbour with lunch included

What's Included

Sydney Harbour Ferry Cruise
Air-conditioned vehicle
2 x Pittwater Harbour Ferry Cruise
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
Circular Quay Wharf

Tour ends with a Sydney Harbour Ferry Cruise arriving into Circular Quay at around 5pm or later if you choose to stay longer exploring Manly.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Barrenjoey Lighthouse

    Your guide will lead you up to this historic lighthouse and epic viewpoint. Being one of the best land based whale watching spots some days we're lucky enough to see one here.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Palm Beach

    World famous as the shooting location for Home and Away, take a moment to enjoy coffee and a bite at one of the beautiful cafe's with water views or take some time to explore and maybe spot your favourite from the show.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    A short ferry to a hidden stretch of shoreline: wild wallabies on the grass, thousands of blue swimmer crabs in the lagoon and an hour to explore this hidden secluded gem completely unreachable by car.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Pittwater

    A relaxed cruise around Pittwater, taking in quiet local beaches and the bushland edges of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Avalon Beach

    At least an hour to enjoy lunch and explore one of the most-loved beach-village towns on the coast, hand-picked by our Northern Beaches local. Kelly Slater has named Avalon as one of his favourite breaks in the world.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    A scenic drive down the length of the beaches, with the story of each suburb and what it really means to be a local,

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    North Head Sanctuary

    Walk the dramatic clifflines at North Head for one of the finest views back over harbour and ocean. Another chance to see whales here from May-November.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Manly

    We will point out all the best swim spots, secret spots, best restaurants and bars and give you the chance to really experience Manly without the stop-watch. Drink in all Australia's No 1 Beach has to offer as late into the night as you wish.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Sydney Harbour

    When you're ready, ferry back to Circular Quay and finish with a scenic cruise through Sydney Harbour, past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Ferry's go well past midnight leaving roughly every 20 mins.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Sydney Wonders

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Water Tours
Nature Walks
Seasonal
Small Group
Involves Animals

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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