Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Day Trip from Sydney

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Summary

Travel north in a comfortable climate-controlled minivan, crossing Sydney Harbour Bridge and driving for about 45 minutes until you enter Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. In the national park, your first stop is West Head lookout, a spot with sweeping views of Broken Bay, Pittwater and  Barrenjoey Headland's historic sandstone lighthouse. Hear stories about shipwrecks, pirates, smugglers, escaped convicts and the park’s importance during World War II. From afar, admire the beaches of the central coast and Lion Island, site of the largest population of little penguins in the Sydney area. From your guide, learn about the Guringai people — the original residents of this region. Hear interpretations of Aboriginal customs and Dreamtime stories that speak of the origins of the world. Then take a guided walk around a remote Aboriginal heritage site that contains some of Australia's most important ancient rock carvings. Drive to Akuna Bay for a 2.5-hour cruise through the park's remote waterways. From the 50-foot catamaran, look for exotic birds and marine life. You'll also come across one of Sydney’s most inaccessible waterfalls and pass by Aboriginal heritage sites that are only accessible from the water. While on-board, watch a 1-hour cultural presentation that includes hands-on Aboriginal skill demonstrations of the didgeridoo, hunting spears, woomera (spear-throwing device), fire making and more. Warm up with morning and afternoon tea, and get a taste of the nation's snack foods when your guide breaks out some classic local treats. Recharge with a hearty lunch of typical Australian fare that features flavors found in bush tucker (food harvested in the wilderness). Tea, snacks and lunch are included. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Sydney, ending with your return in the late afternoon.

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8 hours
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Why take this tour?

Travel just 45minutes north of Sydney to explore Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park on a full-day tour by land and water. Discover sacred Aboriginal sites, hidden waterfalls and remote beaches during a 2.5-hour scenic cruise on our 70 seat power catamaran through the untouched waterways of the National Park and see what Sydney Harbour looked like prior to colonisation  by the English settlers.  Learn about indigenous traditions and ancient Aboriginal rock carvings. You also visit West Head lookout, home to the only place where five separate waterways intersect. With numbers limited to 22 people, this small-group tour provides an in-depth experience of these iconic locations.

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What’s included?

  • Morning and afternoon tea refreshments

  • Lunch

  • Local guide

  • Pickup and drop-off from Sydney CBD hotels and Circular Quay for Manly based guests

  • Entry/Admission - Ku-Ring-Gai Chase

  • Entry/Admission - Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

  • Entry/Admission - Sydney Harbour

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

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  • Duration: 8h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

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Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Sydney Outback

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Sydney Outback offers visitors an amazing, authentic, nature based experience, just 45 minutes from Sydney's CBD. Combining the best of the Northern Beaches, an aboriginal experience and cruising the Hawkesbury. This is one tour not to be missed on your Sydney Itinerary.

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