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This is a fully private tour - your group only!
The Royal National Park has waterfalls, cliffs, beaches, rock platforms, sand dunes and rainforest.
On our walk to Wedding Cake Rock we will see native animals and plants, and panoramic views from steep cliffs.
The pure white sandstone of Wedding Cake Rock is perfectly complemented by the blue Pacific Ocean.
The next stop after the walk is Wattamolla Beach and waterfall followed by a drive through the park where we see tall timber and rainforest.
Leaving the park presents yet more spectacular views at Bald Hill lookout.
It is time to choose whether to visit Symbio Wildlife Park and enjoy a diverse range of native animals or go further south and explore a local beach, Sea Cliff Bridge and a renovated historic hotel.
The day is flexible and we can do a longer walk to Eagle Rock, or do no walks at all if you prefer minimal walking.
We will walk at a pace that suits your group.
Join us for an uplifting day in nature.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This is a fully private tour reserved for your group only. Pick up and drop off are at your accommodation provided your accommodation is within an 8km radius of the city. We pick up from hotels, hostels, air BNB and other forms of residential accommodation. The vehicle for the day is a 2023 Honda SUV (leather seats). If your group exceeds four people we use a larger vehicle to ensure your group has plenty of room and comfort.
Itinerary
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1
Our first stop gives us a feel for life in Bundeena. This small town located within the national park has an old style wharf in front of picturesque Horderns Beach.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Enjoy a walk on the Royal National Park Coastal Track and admire breathtaking cliff and ocean views. We will see The Cobblers, Balconies and the Waterrun as we head through coastal heath land to Wedding Cake Rock. There will be a number of short stops to discuss native plants (banksia, grass trees, gymea lilies) and wildflowers. In the course of the walk an overview will be provided of some of the wildlife found in the Royal National Park and its geological formations. Upon reaching Wedding Cake Rock it is time to take in the stunning view of majestic white sandstone against the blue Pacific Ocean. It is not very often that you will see a rock that looks like a piece of wedding cake!
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3
There is the option of going a little further beyond Wedding Cake Rock and enjoying one of the most delightful and underrated beaches in the Royal National Park, Marley Beach. This beach rarely has more than a few people on it and has a sweeping coastal heathland backdrop. Behind the beach are large sand dunes and a pristine natural lagoon.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Wattamolla is an aboriginal word meaning place near falling water. It is a unique place with a waterfall fed by Cootes Creek dropping into a large lagoon. The waterfall drops for around 10 metres into the lagoon which then meanders to Wattamolla Beach. In the warmer months both the lagoon and beach are popular swimming spots. If interested in swimming, take your pick, freshwater or salt water! It is a beautiful place and one of the highlights of the trip. We also have the option of a short 15 minute walk. Your day your call on the walk!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Bald Hill provides a dramatic vantage point to appreciate the Illawarra Escarpment and the beaches to the south. The city of Wollongong can be seen in the distance and you will look down on Stanwell Park Beach. We may also be treated to the aerial activities of paragliding and hang gliding as devotees launch themself off the hill.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
An impressive cantilevered bridge with great curves built high above the ocean and a good distance from the nearby Coalcliff Rockface
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Symbio Wildlife Park has a koala presentation and a large number of kangaroos and wallabies The park also has echidnas, dingoes, wombats, emus, a cassowary and Tasmanian devils along with a range of Australian birdlife, including the beautiful Gouldian Finch. Two wedge tailed eagles have a complete enclosure to the themselves whilst there are several interesting non native animals including meerkats, tamarin and marmoset monkeys, red pandas and two cheetahs.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
8
At the end of the day we have the option of stopping for a coffee or cold drink at the wonderfully restored Imperial at Clifton Hotel. This historic hotel was in decay until a local club bought it and did a first class renovation. Our guests love visiting this place, with its many original features, including numerous original fireplaces, timber windows and architraves.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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