From Sydney - Kiama Blowhole and Kangaroo Valley Day Trip

Shoalhaven, Sydney



Explore the scenic South Coast of New South Wales on a day trip from Sydney. Visit the Kiama Blowhole, see the Sea Cliff Bridge, and spot wild kangaroos and wombats in Kangaroo Valley.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a convenient pickup from your hotel in Sydney's CBD
  • Admire the views from Bald Hill Lookout and Sea Cliff Bridge
  • Visit the heart-shaped beach and Kiama Blowhole and see the lighthouse
  • Explore the charming town of Gerringong
  • Spot wild kangaroos and wombats in Kangaroo Valley

Description

Start your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Sydney’s CBD. Travel in a luxury Mercedes vehicle and head to Bald Hill Lookout, a must-see stop on the Grand Pacific Drive. Enjoy panoramic views of the Sea Cliff Bridge and the coastline, and see colorful paragliders dancing in the sea breeze. Next, visit the Sea Cliff Bridge, a 665-meter-long engineering marvel that gracefully curves over the Pacific Ocean. Walk along the pedestrian path and admire the ancient sedimentary rock layers, eroded by the sea wind into vibrant colors. If you’re lucky, you might spot dolphins playing in the shallow waters below. Continue to Heart Beach, a hidden cove surrounded by rocks and shaped like a heart. See the tranquil lagoon formed by freshwater streams meeting the ocean, and observe the unique ecological transition zone where saltwater and freshwater mingle. Then, head to Kiama Blowhole, a natural wonder formed by volcanic rock erosion. Watch as the sea water is forced into a large cavity and shoots up through a hole in the rock, creating a spectacular spray. The blowhole’s performance varies depending on the water pressure, wind direction, and tide level. Nearby, see the Kiama Lighthouse, a historic landmark built in 1887. Walk around the white tower and enjoy the contrast between the green grass, blue sea, and distant Illawarra Mountains. Next, visit Gerringong, a picturesque town on rolling hills. Stroll along the streets lined with boutique shops, surf stores, and cafes in old buildings. Enjoy the slower pace and the sound of the waves and the wind. Finally, head to Kangaroo Valley, one of the best places in Australia to see wild kangaroos and wombats. Watch as the wombats emerge from their burrows at dusk and graze on the grass, and see the kangaroos hopping around the trees. After a full day of exploring, relax on the drive back to Sydney, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.

Includes

Transportation in a luxury Mercedes van Professional Chinese-speaking driver-guide service Bottled water

Excludes

Meals Personal expenses Travel insurance Other expenses not mentioned in inclusions

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