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Secret Sydney Nature Tour
- Duration5 hours
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish, Polish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Discover Sydney’s hidden wild side on a private nature escape.
Step beyond the city’s famous icons and slip into the quiet, untouched corners of Sydney that only locals know. The Secret Sydney Nature Tour is a private, five‑hour immersion into the city’s most beautiful and little‑known natural sanctuaries—places where wildlife thrives, harbour views unfold in silence, and ancient landscapes tell stories older than the city itself.
The secret Sydney Nature Tour will allow you to escape the crowds and experience Sydney's pristine, uncommercialized nature. Enjoy an intimate setting where the only sights and sounds are your small group and local wildlife—all within just 15 km of the Sydney CBD. Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, families, and anyone seeking a deeper, more intimate connection with Sydney’s wild beauty.
What to expect
Hyde Park
Elizabeth St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
The tour begins with an enjoyable scenic drive looping around the lush, heritage-listed Hyde Park and the striking Gothic revival architecture of St Mary's Cathedral. You'll take in views of magnificent fig-tree avenues and iconic sandstone monuments right in the heart of Sydney's historic quarter.
Lavender Bay
Lavender Bay, New South Wales, Australia
Located on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, Lavender Bay is one of the harbour's most charming and tranquil pockets. Visiting the area with your guide will allow you to experience a mix of serene nature, rich local art, and iconic harborside attractions.
Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden
Lavender St, Near Luna Park, North Sydney, New South Wales, 2060 NSW, Australia
One of the attractions found at Lavender Bay is nestled along the hillside overlooking the bay. Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden is a lush, community-built oasis featuring winding timber pathways, shady Morton Bay fig trees, native plants, and secluded benches framed by direct views of Sydney Harbour and the Harbour Bridge.
Kirribilli
Kirribilli, New South Wales, Australia
Enjoy a scenic drive through the historic, leafy streets of Kirribilli en route to your next stop. During peak spring bloom in October and November, this picturesque neighbourhood turns into a breathtaking purple paradise as the famous jacaranda trees come into full bloom.
Middle Head Fortifications
Old Fort Road, Sydney, New South Wales, 2088, Australia
Explore the historic military fortifications embedded within the rugged headlands of Middle Head. Wander through 19th-century tunnels and gun emplacements slowly reclaimed by nature, all while taking in sweeping, panoramic views across Sydney Harbour and out to the Pacific Ocean. Perfect for history buffs, photography enthusiasts, and nature lovers alike.
Step out of the open parkland and down into a lush, ancient world where the land meets the tide. A little known mangrove walkway trades sweeping vistas for an immersive, close-up journey straight into the heart of a thriving estuarine ecosystem. As you step onto the elevated wooden boardwalk, the ambient sound of the surrounding city completely fades away, replaced by the rhythmic crunch of saltmarsh, the gentle lap of brackish water, and the sharp calls of coastal birdlife. Passing beneath a dense green canopy of grey mangroves, you'll walk right above the muddy forest floor—a hidden world exposed only when the tide retreats.
Gladesville
Gladesville, New South Wales, Australia
Discover a secret foreshore location along the Parramatta River where natural ecology meets ancient heritage. Walk the sandstone headlands to view heritage listed Wallumedegal Aboriginal rock carvings depicting native wildlife and cultural motifs etched directly into the rock. Next, follow the Coastal Mangrove Walkway—an elevated boardwalk winding through dense, protected saltmarsh habitats. At low tide, enjoy views across the river while spotting mud crabs scurrying among mangrove roots and native water birds foraging in the mudflats.
Pickup & meeting point
Pickup is included for all travellers.
Pickup starts about 10 minutes before the departure time.
You can request a pickup location of your own.
Pickup locations133
The operator lists 133 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.
Hotels & residences40
- W Sydney31 Wheat Road, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Capitol Square Hotel Sydney3 Campbell Street, Kirribilli, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- MPI HotelsLevel 3, 88 Cumberland St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Park8 Hotel Sydney185 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Hotel Morris Sydney - Handwritten Collection412 Pitt Street, Haymarket, Haymarket, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Kimpton Margot Sydney by IHG339 Pitt Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Little National Hotel Sydney26 Clarence St, Near Wynyard Station, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Nesuto Woolloomooloo Sydney Apartments88 Dowling Street, Woolloomooloo, Woolloomooloo, Sydney, New South Wales, 2011, Australia
- East Side Hotel177 Cumberland St, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Hyacinth Catalo Platform APAC55 Harrington Street, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection139 Murray Street, Pyrmont, New South Wales, 2009, Australia
- The York by Swiss-Belhotel5 York St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Novotel Sydney City Centre7 - 9 York Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Meriton Suites Pitt Street, Sydney329 Pitt Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Meriton Suites World Tower, Sydney95 Liverpool Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Megaboom City Hotel93 York St, Level 1, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Ibis Sydney World Square382 -384 Pitt Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- ibis Sydney Darling Harbour70 Murray Street, Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- West Hotel Sydney, Curio Collection by Hilton65 Sussex St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour By IHG58 Bathurst Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Ibis Sydney Barangaroo22 Shelley Street, Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Glasgow Arms Hotel527 Harris St., Ultimo, Sydney, New South Wales, NSW 2007, Australia
- Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar4 Wentworth Avenue, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Mantra on Kent Sydney433 Kent Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Hotel Coronation5 -7 Park St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Harbour Rocks By Ode Hotels34 Harrington Street, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Elephant Backpacker50 Sir John Young Crescent, Sydney, New South Wales, 2011, Australia
- The Russell Boutique Hotel143A George St, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Holiday Lodge Hotel55 Macleay St, Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales, 2011, Australia
- O'Malley's Hotel228 William St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2011, Australia
- The Mercantile Hotel25 George St, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour319 - 325 Sussex St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Zara Tower Hotel61 - 65 Wentworth Ave, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Mantra Sydney Central438 Sussex St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Sofitel Sydney Darling HarbourSofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, 12 Darling Drive, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Club Wyndham SydneyWentworth Avenue, Corner of Wentworth Avenue and Goulburn Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Pullman Sydney Hyde Park36 College St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2010, Australia
- Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney528 Kent Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay30 Pitt Street, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- The Grand Hotel30 Hunter St, Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
- You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.
Pickup instructions
Complimentary pick-up and drop off zone is within 2km of the Sydney CBD. For other locations, such as Sydney (Mascot) Airport or White Bay Cruise Terminal, please call to discuss transfer options.
Redemption
Complimentary pick-up and drop off zone is within 2km of the Sydney CBD. For other locations, such as Sydney (Mascot) Airport or White Bay Cruise Terminal, please call 0413 69 69 79 to discuss transfer options.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tour Guide
Not included
- Transfer fees for pick-up and drop off beyond complimentary zone.
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 10 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Infant (1–3), Child (4–17), Adult (18–99)
Languages
- Guide
- English, Polish
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
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Australia/Sydney
- Product code
- 130429P5
What you'll be asked when booking
- Your preferred pickup point
- Any special requirements
- Drop-off address
- How you are arriving
- Cruise arrival time
- Cruise ship name
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