Embark on a private tour of Royal National Park and immerse yourself in its serene beaches, waterfalls, and bushwalks. Discover stunning landscapes, explore hidden gems, and encounter native wildlife.
- Horderns Beach - Our first stop gives us a feel for life in Bundeena. This small town located within the national park has an old style wharf in front of picturesque Horderns Beach.
- Wedding Cake Rock - Enjoy a walk through the Royal National Park and admire breathtaking cliff and ocean views.
We will see The Balconies and the Waterrun as we head through coastal heathland to Wedding Cake Rock.
There will be a number of short stops to discuss native plants (banksia, grass trees, gymea lilies and a few more).
Once we arrive at Wedding Cake Rock we will take in the stunning view of majestic white sandstone against the blue Pacific Ocean.
- Marley Beach - There is the option of going a little further beyond Wedding Cake Rock and enjoying one of the most delightful and underrated beaches in the Royal National Park, Marley Beach.
This beach rarely has more than a few people on it and has a sweeping coastal heathland backdrop. Behind the beach are large sand dunes and a pristine natural lagoon.
- Wattamolla - Wattamolla is one of the most unique places in the Royal National Park.
It has a large waterfall that drops for around 10 metres into a lagoon which then meanders to the beach.
It is a beautiful place and one of the highlights of the trip. We also have the option of a short 15 minute walk. Your day your call on the walk!
- Bald Hill Lookout - Bald Hill provides a dramatic vantage point to appreciate the Illawarra Escarpment and the beaches to the south.
We may also be treated to the aerial activities of paragliding and hang gliding as devotees launch themself off the hill.
- Sea Cliff Bridge - An impressive cantilevered bridge with great curves built high above the ocean and a good distance from the nearby Coalcliff Rockface
- Symbio Wildlife Park - Symbio Wildlife Park has a koala presentation and a large number of kangaroos and wallabies
The park also has echidnas, dingoes, wombats, emus, a cassowary and Tasmanian devils along with a range of Australian birdlife, including the beautiful Gouldian Finch.
Two wedge tailed eagles have a complete enclosure to the themselves whilst there are several interesting non native animals including meerkats, tamarin and marmoset monkeys, red pandas and two cheetahs.
- The Imperial at Clifton - At the end of the day we have the option of stopping for a coffee or cold drink at the wonderfully restored Imperial at Clifton Hotel. This historic hotel was in decay until a local club bought it and did a first class renovation. Our guests love visiting this place, with its many original features, including numerous original fireplaces, timber windows and architraves.
- Snacks
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- 1 Sydney Nimble Tours designer T shirt (one per group)
- Guide discusses animals, plants, geology, and history of the park
- Photographs using Canon mirrorless camera emailed to you after trip
- Lunch
- Entrance fee (AUD 42 per adult) to Symbio Wildlife Park
This is a private tour - your group only. The Royal National Park is a diverse ecosystem - freshwater pools, waterfalls, cliffs, valleys, beaches and rainforest.
On our walk to Wedding Cake Rock we will see a refreshing coastal landscape of cliffs, sandstone formations, native animals and plants.
Pacific Ocean views from the sandstone cliffs are panoramic and the white sandstone of Wedding Cake Rock is perfectly complemented by the blue Pacific Ocean.
Next stop is scenic Wattamolla beach, waterfall and lagoon.
We then drive through the park to yet higher ocean views from Bald Hill.
At this point we can either visit Symbio Wildlife Park or go further south along the coastline to explore an offbeat beach and Sea Cliff Bridge. We will finish with a coffee at a delightfully renovated historic hotel.
The day is flexible and we can do shorter or longer walks. Your guide will discuss other walks including Eagle Rock or a rainforest walk.
Join us for an uplifting day in nature.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
