Australia Nature and Wildlife Full-Day Private Tour from Sydney - 11-12 Hours
by Sydney Guided Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.A$1,181.64Overview
This private tour in Sydney lasts 11 to 12 hours and focuses on Australia’s nature and wildlife. Transportation is provided in an air-conditioned private SUV or van with a professional guide and driver. The day begins with a 30-minute visit to Mrs Macquarie's Chair, a sandstone ledge offering views of Sydney Harbour, the Harbour Bridge, and the Opera House. Next, the tour stops briefly at the Sydney Opera House for photographs, followed by crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge by vehicle. The tour then continues to Berowra Valley National Park for a 40-minute guided bushwalk to see Aboriginal carvings and native plants. An optional 30-minute visit to the Hawkesbury River area includes stops at the Oystershed (Wednesday to Sunday) or Broken Bay Pearl Farm (Tuesday to Sunday). At Mount White, guests can purchase takeaway coffee and a croissant from Saddles Restaurant and observe black swans on the dam during a 15-minute stop. The Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary is included with a one-hour visit to see native animals such as koalas, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils. There is an optional two-hour horse-riding experience in Glenworth Valley through native bushland, available at additional cost and subject to age and weight limits. Additional optional stops may include a Hawkesbury River lookout, Warrah Lookout to see a flying fox colony, The Gosford Chocolate Factory, Wamberal Beach for whale watching and gelato, and Avoca Beach for a café lunch and coastal views (lunch cost not included). Optional tastings are offered at Firescreek Fruit Wines and Distillery Botanica. The tour includes Australian wine (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), bottled water, and chocolate. Snacks and lunch are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mrs Macquarie's Chair
Spend 30 minutes at Mrs Macquarie's Chair, a sandstone ledge built by convicts in 1810. This spot offers views across Sydney Harbour, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. The drive to this stop takes about 10 minutes.
30 min
Sydney Opera House
Pause for photos at the Sydney Opera House with the Harbour Bridge in the background. Guests receive professional photographs at no extra cost.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge by vehicle, leaving the city behind and heading toward natural bush and coastal areas.
Berowra Valley National Park
Take a 40-minute guided bushwalk in Berowra Valley National Park to see Aboriginal carvings and native plants. The scenery resembles that of the Blue Mountains.
40 min
Hawkesbury River
Optional visit to Hawkesbury River includes stops at the Oystershed (Wednesday to Sunday) and Broken Bay Pearl Farm (Tuesday to Sunday). Guests can taste fresh oysters and seafood, then visit the pearl farm next door. The drive here takes about 15 minutes.
30 min
Mount White
At Mount White, stop at Saddles Restaurant for takeaway coffee and a croissant. Nearby, watch black swans glide on the dam. The drive to this location is about 15 minutes.
15 min
Glenworth Valley
Optional horse riding through rainforests, rock pools, and bushland is available for two hours at guests’ own expense. The tour is designed for beginners and experienced riders.
120 min
Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary
Spend one hour at Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary seeing koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, and other native animals. The park supports conservation efforts. The drive to the sanctuary takes about 20 minutes.
60 min
Hawkesbury River
Visit a quiet lookout point over the Hawkesbury River with panoramic views of valleys and mangroves. The drive here takes around 15 minutes.
15 min
Warrah Lookout
Optional stop to see a flying fox colony with thousands of fruit bats. This location offers photo opportunities and is about 15 minutes’ drive from the previous stop.
15 min
Gosford Chocolate Factory
Optional visit to the chocolate factory to try chocolate-covered mangoes, macadamias, ginger, and other treats. Learn about the factory’s sustainability efforts and browse the chocolate boutique.
Wamberal Beach
Optional 15-minute stop at Wamberal Beach, near Terrigal. Guests can watch whales from the headland, walk the coastal boardwalk, and visit local gelato shops. The drive takes about 15 minutes.
15 min
Avoca Beach
Enjoy lunch at Avoca Beach Point Cafe with ocean views (lunch cost not included). After eating, explore rock pools and watch for pelicans. The coastline features sandstone formations. The drive here is about 30 minutes.
60 min
Firescreek Fruit Wines
Optional 30-minute stop at Firescreek Winery to taste organic fruit and flower wines like Passionfruit, Rose Petal & Apple, and Blackberry with Violet. The winery produces 25 wines on-site. The drive takes about 10 minutes.
30 min
Blues Point Reserve
Optional 15-minute final stop at Blues Point Reserve with views of Sydney city, Sydney Harbour, and the Harbour Bridge. The drive is about 15 minutes.
15 min
Distillery Botanica
Optional 20-minute gin tasting at Distillery Botanica surrounded by gardens. The distillery uses local botanicals to create award-winning spirits. It is about 5 minutes’ drive from the previous stop.
20 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Australia Nature and Wildlife Full-Day Private Tour from Sydney - 11-12 Hours
by Sydney Guided Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.A$1,181.64Overview
This private tour in Sydney lasts 11 to 12 hours and focuses on Australia’s nature and wildlife. Transportation is provided in an air-conditioned private SUV or van with a professional guide and driver. The day begins with a 30-minute visit to Mrs Macquarie's Chair, a sandstone ledge offering views of Sydney Harbour, the Harbour Bridge, and the Opera House. Next, the tour stops briefly at the Sydney Opera House for photographs, followed by crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge by vehicle. The tour then continues to Berowra Valley National Park for a 40-minute guided bushwalk to see Aboriginal carvings and native plants. An optional 30-minute visit to the Hawkesbury River area includes stops at the Oystershed (Wednesday to Sunday) or Broken Bay Pearl Farm (Tuesday to Sunday). At Mount White, guests can purchase takeaway coffee and a croissant from Saddles Restaurant and observe black swans on the dam during a 15-minute stop. The Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary is included with a one-hour visit to see native animals such as koalas, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils. There is an optional two-hour horse-riding experience in Glenworth Valley through native bushland, available at additional cost and subject to age and weight limits. Additional optional stops may include a Hawkesbury River lookout, Warrah Lookout to see a flying fox colony, The Gosford Chocolate Factory, Wamberal Beach for whale watching and gelato, and Avoca Beach for a café lunch and coastal views (lunch cost not included). Optional tastings are offered at Firescreek Fruit Wines and Distillery Botanica. The tour includes Australian wine (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), bottled water, and chocolate. Snacks and lunch are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mrs Macquarie's Chair
Spend 30 minutes at Mrs Macquarie's Chair, a sandstone ledge built by convicts in 1810. This spot offers views across Sydney Harbour, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. The drive to this stop takes about 10 minutes.
30 min
Sydney Opera House
Pause for photos at the Sydney Opera House with the Harbour Bridge in the background. Guests receive professional photographs at no extra cost.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge by vehicle, leaving the city behind and heading toward natural bush and coastal areas.
Berowra Valley National Park
Take a 40-minute guided bushwalk in Berowra Valley National Park to see Aboriginal carvings and native plants. The scenery resembles that of the Blue Mountains.
40 min
Hawkesbury River
Optional visit to Hawkesbury River includes stops at the Oystershed (Wednesday to Sunday) and Broken Bay Pearl Farm (Tuesday to Sunday). Guests can taste fresh oysters and seafood, then visit the pearl farm next door. The drive here takes about 15 minutes.
30 min
Mount White
At Mount White, stop at Saddles Restaurant for takeaway coffee and a croissant. Nearby, watch black swans glide on the dam. The drive to this location is about 15 minutes.
15 min
Glenworth Valley
Optional horse riding through rainforests, rock pools, and bushland is available for two hours at guests’ own expense. The tour is designed for beginners and experienced riders.
120 min
Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary
Spend one hour at Walkabout Wildlife Sanctuary seeing koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, and other native animals. The park supports conservation efforts. The drive to the sanctuary takes about 20 minutes.
60 min
Hawkesbury River
Visit a quiet lookout point over the Hawkesbury River with panoramic views of valleys and mangroves. The drive here takes around 15 minutes.
15 min
Warrah Lookout
Optional stop to see a flying fox colony with thousands of fruit bats. This location offers photo opportunities and is about 15 minutes’ drive from the previous stop.
15 min
Gosford Chocolate Factory
Optional visit to the chocolate factory to try chocolate-covered mangoes, macadamias, ginger, and other treats. Learn about the factory’s sustainability efforts and browse the chocolate boutique.
Wamberal Beach
Optional 15-minute stop at Wamberal Beach, near Terrigal. Guests can watch whales from the headland, walk the coastal boardwalk, and visit local gelato shops. The drive takes about 15 minutes.
15 min
Avoca Beach
Enjoy lunch at Avoca Beach Point Cafe with ocean views (lunch cost not included). After eating, explore rock pools and watch for pelicans. The coastline features sandstone formations. The drive here is about 30 minutes.
60 min
Firescreek Fruit Wines
Optional 30-minute stop at Firescreek Winery to taste organic fruit and flower wines like Passionfruit, Rose Petal & Apple, and Blackberry with Violet. The winery produces 25 wines on-site. The drive takes about 10 minutes.
30 min
Blues Point Reserve
Optional 15-minute final stop at Blues Point Reserve with views of Sydney city, Sydney Harbour, and the Harbour Bridge. The drive is about 15 minutes.
15 min
Distillery Botanica
Optional 20-minute gin tasting at Distillery Botanica surrounded by gardens. The distillery uses local botanicals to create award-winning spirits. It is about 5 minutes’ drive from the previous stop.
20 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.