Animal Science Tour in New South Wales

Your guide will meet you at the airport and take you to your Sydney hotel. Spend the first day recovering from jet lag and explore a little bit of Sydney. Soak up some city vibes before your wildlife adventure begins!

Join your guide in the tour bus and head 25 minutes north of Sydney to Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve on Manly Beach for some underwater exploration. The shallow water just off the coast of Sydney is home to some of the most diverse marine fauna on the planet. Swim among the coral reef and observe the tropical fish, rays, and mollusks. Head back to Sydney to enjoy an evening in the city before continuing your outdoors adventure.

Wake up early and head out on a three-hour trip to the Blue Mountains National Park. You’ll spend the first day in the easternmost area of the park known as Glenbrook. Join your group on a hike through the park and keep your eyes peeled for the green and golden bell frog, a native to this part of Australia. Apart from the local wildlife, you’ll also get the chance to see some Aboriginal rock art along your walk.  End the day with a refreshing swim and a barbecue, then get cozy in your tent for an evening of camping under the stars.

Continue your adventure in the Blue Mountains National Park. Today, you’ll be exploring the Katoomba Area, home to some amazing animals and also the location of the world-famous Three Sisters rock formation. You’ll spend the day hiking to the Katoomba Falls and looking for native fauna. Catch a glimpse of the tiger quoll, yellow-bellied glider, and Blue Mountain water skink. If you’re lucky, you’ll also see some koalas and the long-nosed potoroo! The day ends with another swim and another evening of camping before heading to the next park.

Wake up as the sun rises and head three hours north to Wollemi National Park. You’ll spend your first day in the park in the Glow Worm Tunnel, a true natural wonder. Wander through the tunnel and marvel at the thousands of glow worms that light your way. Follow your guide and learn about the tunnel’s amazing, and fragile ecosystem.  You’ll spend the evening camping in Ganguddy-Duns Swamp campground. Keep your eyes peeled as you walk back to the campgrounds, as the area is home to koalas and swamp wallabies.

Wake up early and enjoy an easy one-hour hike to the Pagoda Lookout. Enjoy a breathtaking view of the park before packing up and heading back to Sydney for your final evening in Australia.

Wake up early and take a relaxing stroll through Sydney Harbour National Park before heading to the airport to catch your flight home. You’ll head back home with a greater understanding of the immense variety of fauna that calls New South Wales home, as well as a thirst to see, learn, and explore more.