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Royal National Park Private Tour

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Sydney, Australia

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9 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Explore the beauty of the Royal National Park on a private full‑day tour tailored to your group.

Travel with an experienced and attentive guide to coastal lookouts, coastal trails, waterfalls, beaches, and rock formations, with walking options matched to your interests and fitness level.

Enjoy the bird life and varied flora of the park - eucalyptus forests, coastal heaths and rainforests.

The itinerary is flexible and can include a hike to Wedding Cake Rock or Eagle Rock, and or a visit to Symbio Wildlife Park to see native animals.

Outside of the park we normally visit Bald Hill, Sea Cliff Bridge and the Imperial at Clifton ( a great place to finish with a cold drink or coffee).

We will take photographs with our SLR camera free of charge and forward the day after the tour or we can take photos using your phone.

This private experience includes door to door transport in a new SUV, park entry, cold drinks, snacks and a freshly prepared picnic lunch.

What's Included

  • Lunch Sourdough sandwiches made to your order (we send suggestions before the day), two salads and a desert from one of our best patisseries. Drinks - either sparkling San Pellegrino, juice or cold water.
  • Snacks muesli bars, crispy apples and other fruit
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Symbio Wildlife Park
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Meeting and Pickup

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This is a fully private tour for your group only. We’ll pick you up from your accommodation and return you at the end of the day. Alternative drop-off locations, including the airport, can be arranged — please get in touch to confirm. Alternate start times are also available. Infant & child seats available upon request.

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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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wedding Cake Rock

Enjoy a walk on the Royal National Park Coastal Track and admire breathtaking cliff and ocean views.We will see The Cobblers, Balconies and the Waterrun as we head through coastal heath land to Wedding Cake Rock.There will be a number of short stops to discuss native plants (banksia, grass trees, gymea lilies) and wildflowers.In the course of the walk an overview will be provided of some of the wildlife found in the Royal National Park and its geological formations.Upon reaching Wedding Cake Rock it is time to take in the stunning view of majestic white sandstone against the blue Pacific Ocean.It is not very often that you will see a rock that looks like a piece of wedding cake!
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wattamolla

Wattamolla is an aboriginal word meaning place near falling water.It is a unique place with a waterfall fed by Cootes Creek dropping into a large lagoon.The waterfall drops for around 10 metres into the lagoon which then meanders to Wattamolla Beach.In the warmer months both the lagoon and beach are popular swimming spots. If interested in swimming, take your pick, freshwater or salt water!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!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bald Hill Lookout

Bald Hill provides a dramatic vantage point to appreciate the Illawarra Escarpment and the beaches to the south.The city of Wollongong can be seen in the distance and you will look down on Stanwell Park Beach.We may also be treated to the aerial activities of paragliding and hang gliding as devotees launch themself off the hill.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sea Cliff Bridge

An impressive cantilevered bridge with great curves built high above the ocean and a good distance from the nearby Coalcliff Rockface
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Symbio Wildlife Park

Symbio Wildlife Park has a koala presentation and a large number of kangaroos and wallabiesThe 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.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Royal National Park Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • LunchSourdough sandwiches made to your order (we send suggestions before the day), two salads and a desert from one of our best patisseries. Drinks - either sparkling San Pellegrino, juice or cold water.
  • Snacksmuesli bars, crispy apples and other fruit
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Photographs using a mirrorless camera are forwarded by email or private directory
  • Infant & child seats available on request
  • Your guide will discuss the animals, plants, geology and history of the park
  • Symbio Wildlife Park

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operated by a business

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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