Blue Mountains Weekend Away
The Blue Mountains National Park is one of the world’s most spectacular wilderness areas, containing thousands of square kilometres of rainforest, canyons, plateaus and sandstone escarpments. Experience an unforgettable two day trip in this NSW World Heritage region.
Highlights include:
- Featherdale Wildlife Park
Get up close and personal with some unique Australian animals, including koalas, kangaroos and wombats. Snuggle up to a koala!
More about: Featherdale Wildlife Park.
- Bush Walks
Take a short walk at Wentworth Falls following the footsteps of Charles Darwin. After lunch in the mountain township of Leura, descend a giant staircase to walk through eucalyptus forests, waterfalls and wilderness of the Megalong Valley.
- Scenic World
Forget the tough walk uphill - take the world’s steepest scenic railway instead!
- The Three Sisters
See the famous Three Sisters rock formation and hear the Aboriginal legend.
- Katoomba
Stay overnight in an award winning art-deco Katoomba hostel, re-energize with an Aussie BBQ, meet other travellers and adventurers, then join our guide for a visit to one of the friendly bars, cafes or pubs.
More about: Katoomba.
- (Optional) Abseiling
3 to 4 hours at Mt York (to your own expense) - challenge yourself in an amazing environment.
More about: Abseiling.
- Rainforest Walk
Discover the secrets of this World Heritage listed national park, including its cliffs, waterfalls, and rainforests.
- Grand Canyon Walk
One of the most beautiful walks in Grose Valley
More about: Grand Canyon Walk.
- Blue Mountains YHA
Award winning art-deco hostel.
More about: Blue Mountains YHA.
Itinerary:
Day 1 - Koalas and Canyons
Cuddle a koala, take in spectacular views of the Jamison Valley at Wentworth Falls, then you'll have lunch in Leura before descending a giant staircase to walk through eucalypt forests, waterfalls and wilderness. A BBQ dinner and a few drinks in a friendly pub will complete an eventful day.
Day 2 - Exploring the mountains
The choice is yours: abseiling (at your own expense) or the Grand Canyon Walk through beautiful scenery. We rendezvous mid-afternoon at the historic Mt Victoria Hotel before returning to Sydney.
If you want to experience the Blue Mountains from a totally new perspective, then for just $65, the Australian School of Mountaineering will help you achieve it. This is the time to push the boundaries and challenge yourself!
Included in the trip price:
- Entry and bushwalks through the Blue Mountains National Park
- Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast and lunch
- Entry into Featherdale Wildlife Park
- Visit to the Three Sisters
- Visit to Katoomba
- Award winning accommodation
- Comfortable, air conditioned transport with music
- Friendly and helpful driver/tour guide
- Optional extra of Abseiling for 3-4 Hours at Mt York for $65, payable directly to the supplier.
What to bring:
Water bottle, camera, warm/wet weather clothing, comfortable walking shoes, spending money.
Pick-up Points:
Bondi Junction, YHA Central, Circular Quay
Departs: Sydney 8.00am
Returns: Sydney 5.30pm
To book a trip online, click here.
Alternatively send an email to enquiry@internships.monash.edu.au, or call 02 9279 0100.