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- Bird Watching
- Nature and Wildlife Tours
- Weather Dependent - Low
- Food & Drink
Blue Mountains Birdwatching Adventure
- Duration13 hours 15 min
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
About this activity
Expert-guided small-group (max 4 guests) Blue Mountains birdwatching adventure searching for iconic Australian species such as the Superb Lyrebird, Laughing Kookaburra, Australian King Parrot, Satin Bowerbird and Gang-gang Cockatoo. Enjoy wild kangaroo sightings, great local coffee, bakery treats and spectacular mountain scenery while visiting locations off the usual tourist trail.
What you will do
Get ready for an exhilarating full-day birdwatching adventure from sunrise to sunset, exploring Sydney’s diverse landscapes and venturing deep into Australia’s renowned World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. We’ll also visit other prime birding locations, including the picturesque Megalong Valley. On this quest to uncover some of New South Wales’ most captivating bird species, you could spot 50–70 different species, including beautiful parrots such as Crimson Rosellas, King Parrots, and the acoustic virtuoso - the Superb Lyrebird. As we explore, you’ll enjoy spectacular cliff-faced vistas of the Blue Mountains National Park, with every sighting enhanced by premium Nikon binoculars provided for your use. This is more than just birdwatching – it’s a full Australian nature experience. Keep an eye out for wild kangaroos, soak in breathtaking scenery, and immerse yourself in the beauty of our native wildlife. We’ll also treat your taste buds along the way – starting with expertly crafted coffee, indulging in delicious bakery treats, and finishing with a refreshing local beer tasting. Join us for the perfect blend of birdwatching, nature, spectacular scenery, culture, and adventure.
Places you'll visit
- The Three SistersEcho Point Rd., Katoomba, New South Wales, 2780, Australia
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
Meet by the Hive Bar 93 Erskineville Rd. Erskineville & the love Erskineville mural by Thomas Jackson on George Street. The mural features a Spotted Pardalote bird.
End / drop-off
Meet by the Hive Bar 93 Erskineville Rd. Erskineville & the love Erskineville mural by Thomas Jackson on George Street. The mural features a Spotted Pardalote bird.
What's included
Included
- Morning coffee. We stop at local favourite: Cassiopeia (Katoomba)
- National Park Day Pass
- Cold refreshments throughout the day. Water and non-alcoholic cider from Darkes and/or Bilpin Cider.
- An artisan bakery snacks from AP Bakery, such as hazelnut-chocolate praline, twice-baked croissants or Tokyo Lamington for Lamingtons.
- At the end of all tours, we take time to finish our tours the right way, we relax in nature with wholefood snacks, tea, coffee or a great choice of beers and ciders from local breweries and cideries.
- Premium Nikon binoculars provided for your use.
Not included
- Lunch Arrangements: Lunch is not included in the tour price. Guests may: Bring their own lunch. We have curated stops at our handpicked local option: Megalong Valley Tea Rooms
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- BIRDING SYDNEY AND BEYOND tours are conducted on easy trails, some bushwalking/hiking trails and walking are required on trails Graded 1 to 4. Trails will run at a relatively slow pace gauged by the group’s ability, with frequent stops and breaks for snacks. Participants must be able to walk at least 6km. By accepting the tour, guests will be agreeing they have reasonable fitness and ability to safely participate in the tour chosen.
- It is essential for guests to advise the business at the time of booking of any pre-existing condition, medical or otherwise, that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of the guest requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of the tour and the enjoyment of other participants. This should include, but not be limited to limb or back injury, epilepsy, dizziness, heart conditions, asthma, visual impairment, deafness, depression or recovering from recent surgery, allergies, or special dietary requirements. A guest may be requested to provide medical clearance from a qualified medical practitioner.
- Due to the physical activity in our tours, all new clients over 69 years of age will be required and agree to complete a medical clearance from a qualified medical practitioner.
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 4 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Youth (10–16), Adult (17–70)
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
- This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 1 day before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Manual
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Australia/Sydney
- Product code
- 5558418P3
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- Date of birth
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Tripadvisor (13).
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