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Empress Canyon Canyoning: Full-Day Adventure with Gourmet Lunch and 30m Waterfall Abseil
5.0
79 Ratings
Katoomba
Our most popular canyoning adventure, Empress Canyon is simply stunning.
Your day includes canyoning, abseiling, water jumps and a 30 metre waterfall abseil. No experience is necessary - we teach you everything you need to know on the day.
We also provide a gourmet lunch.
Our most popular canyoning adventure, Empress Canyon is simply stunning.
Your day includes canyoning, abseiling, water jumps and a 30 metre waterfall abseil. No experience is necessary - we teach you everything you need to know on the day.
We also provide a gourmet lunch.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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1 Valley of the Waters Track - EMPRESS CANYON
A fantastic abseiling/canyon combination, one of the Blue Mountains’ best!
The first half of the day is abseiling, starting with a 5-metre-high cliff and building up to 30-metre-high cliffs during the morning.
After a gourmet lunch it’s a scenic 20-minute walk to the start of the canyon. Wade into the…
- 1 Valley of the Waters Track - EMPRESS CANYON
A fantastic abseiling/canyon combination, one of the Blue Mountains’ best!
The first half of the day is abseiling, starting with a 5-metre-high cliff and building up to 30-metre-high cliffs during the morning.
After a gourmet lunch it’s a scenic 20-minute walk to the start of the canyon. Wade into the creek that descends the narrow, slot-like canyon and within a few seconds you are jumping into a rock pool, the first of several jumps and swims (don’t worry, we provide wetsuits!). This canyon is an exciting affair with water jumps, exhilarating swims, waterslides and fantastic scenery.
The final descent out of the canyon is one of the best waterfall abseils in the mountains. Clip into the rope, step back and follow the 30-metre waterfall down to the deep rock pool below. This is not just a brilliant waterfall abseil but also a fantastic photo opportunity.
What's Included
- Use of a waterproof digital camera
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Technical equipment including wet-suits, harnesses, helmets, and ropes
- Lunch
- Transport by private vehicle
- Equipment for Canyon and Abseiling activities
- Use of a waterproof digital camera
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Technical equipment including wet-suits, harnesses, helmets, and ropes
- Lunch
- Transport by private vehicle
- Equipment for Canyon and Abseiling activities
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
- Not recommended for child aged 13 and under
- We cater for all dietary requirements.
- Not recommended for child aged 13 and under
- We cater for all dietary requirements.
Location
207 Katoomba St
Katoomba Street
We are Based inside the Blue Mountains YHA. 207 Katoomba St, Katoomba NSW 2780 Australia
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Anikav2020
Nov 25, 2024
Sublime - What a blast! Abseiling was unreal, with the gorgeous views making this experience a real highlight. Lunch was delicious and canyoning was insane. We all had so much fun climbing the rocks, jumping into the springs and ofcourse abseiling the breathtaking 30m waterfall!!
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Mattvp7057mr
Nov 24, 2024
Awesome day Canyoning - It was my 18yr old daughter's first experience canyoning and she couldn't have been in better hands!
The two guides were very professional and at the same time made it a fun day. Empress Canyon was absolutely beautiful and is part of the Blue Mountains that remains hidden unless you are shown.
It was great because she wanted to learn how to abseil which a half day instruction was part of the package.
I can totally recommend High and Wild mountain adventures to anyone wanting to experience this wonderful place.
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Jessicanp303lj
Oct 26, 2024
Do this trip! - Everything about this was so much fun. I 100% think everyone thinking to do it should do. The guides Ben and Zol were fantastic and brought their knowledge and experience. If you’re thinking about it, do it!
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Kendra_g
Oct 23, 2024
Canyoneers Unite - 12/10 experience. We had Brian and Zol as our tour guides, and they were fantastic. As a first time canyaneer, I was a little slow to throw myself over the canyon voluntarily, but Brian eased me through it. The views, walk through the rain forest leading up to the waterfall and food were wonderful. One of my favorite days in Australia so far! From someone who loves the outdoors, this is the perfect tour to see what the blue mountains are made of.
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Jeffreysj5428wx
Oct 13, 2024
5 star review - On behalf of my work place my staff and i would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your staff for an excellent activity, Your staff was extremity professional, helpful and knowledgeable which aided the team work and resilience we were hoping to gain through the activity.
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Caroline_j
Oct 8, 2024
Adventurous but anyone can do it - Canyoning and jumping into pools is so fun and exhilarating and a bit frightening but its great to challenge yourself. Abseling the 30m waterfall is definitely the hightlight.
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Tushar_a
Sep 19, 2024
5 star experience! - We were lucky enough to be the only ones booked on the day (08th September), and Brian was a great guide and helped us have a great time through the day. We came all the way from Sydney for this activity alone, and it was very well worth the travel. (Side Note: anyone wanting to do this as day activity, is very doable. Uber one way, train on the way back).
Abseiling the first half of the day, followed by a lunch break (with plenty options for vegetarian/vegan) and then Canyoning. Will be back again for sure!
Got some great pictures, and overall 5 stars!
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Companion15387455698
Sep 8, 2024
So much fun!!! - So much fun!!! Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and had a good sense of humour. The canyon was beautiful and full of fun jumps it slides. The Waterfall was stunning and amazing to abseil down. I felt well prepared for it after the mornings abseiling (also stunning). Plus our guide had us in a back up rope which he belayed so we were safe even if we were to make a mistake
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Elsiec43
Apr 22, 2024
Life changing experience - What an amazing adventure! We did the Empress Falls canyoning and abseiling with a wonderful group.
Started out the morning abseiling down some beautiful spots to help us feel comfortable and learn the ropes. Then enjoyed an incredibly delicious lunch before heading into the canyon. The trek through the canyon was both challenging (and cold) but very rewarding. Most of our group had their own moment where they struggled but our wonderful guide Zol was patient and kind and helped us overcome our fears. Ending with possibly the least graceful descent down the waterfall for me and a textbook perfect descent from my partner then a nice steep hike back out.
To say I was pushed out of my comfort zone is an understatement but it was such an incredible experience.
I cannot thank Zol enough for his amazing guidance making us feel safe and helping us navigate each part of the day.
I recommend High and Wild to anyone looking for an adventure and challenge!
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Angie789
Mar 19, 2024
Canyoning and abseiling fun - We had a super fun day with Ben, abseiling in the morning and canyoning in the afternoon. Small group, individual attention and assistance, catered for dietary needs at lunch. Activities felt safe but challenging.
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