Private Tour
Royal National Park Private Tour
Overview
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9 hours
Mobile ticket
This is a fully private tour - your group only!
The Royal National Park has waterfalls, cliffs, beaches, rock platforms, sand dunes and rainforest.
On our walk to Wedding Cake Rock we will see native animals and plants, and panoramic views from steep cliffs.
The pure white sandstone of Wedding Cake Rock is perfectly complemented by the blue Pacific Ocean.
The next stop after the walk is Wattamolla Beach and waterfall followed by a drive through the park where we see tall timber and rainforest.
Leaving the park presents yet more spectacular views at Bald Hill lookout.
It is time to choose whether to visit Symbio Wildlife Park and enjoy a diverse range of native animals or go further south and explore a local beach, Sea Cliff Bridge and a renovated historic hotel.
The day is flexible and we can do a longer walk to Eagle Rock, or do no walks at all if you prefer minimal walking.
We will walk at a pace that suits your group.
Join us for an uplifting day in nature.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
photographs using Canon mirrorless camera are forwarded by a private directory
muesli bars, crispy apples and other fruit
Hotel pick up and drop off
We ensure you have a wondeful lunch and freshly made sandwiches prepared by your guide are on offer - roast chicken, salad, Australian cheese, tomato and more. 2 freshly made salads are included.
Your guide will discuss the animals, plants, geology and history of the park
Symbio Wildlife Park
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
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 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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Royal National Park Private Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
54 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth the trip
Jimmy M,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Greg did a great job of giving us a tour of the Royal National Park. We even got a picnic lunch. If you're into beautiful views, plants and birds, it's the right tour for you. Greg even helped us find our hotel that was cancelled at the last minute.
Awesome day. Greg was an...
Deborah T,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome day. Greg was an amazing guide and his knowledge added so much to the experience. The scenery was beyond stunning. This is not to be missed.
Great private sightseeing day with animal encounters
diananC9005CB,
Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day of sightseeing with our private guide Greg. It was raining some during the day but that didn't stop us from visiting the parks and animals at the Symbio park. We didn't get to have the picnic lunch but had a great lunch at the Imperial Hotel. The best part was feeding the Wallabies and Kangaroos at Symbio. They were so cute holding on to my hands not letting me go so they could eat. Best part of the day.
An unexpected adventure
Grace G,
Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Greg is very happy to change the itinerary. We did the hike to Eagle Rock which took a few hours. Highly recommended for the views! This is a medium hike which can take 2.5 hours.We did four wildlife parks on our cruise, so we're looking for something else. We suggested the kayaking but the place in Royal National Park was closed due to high winds. He suggested the glow worms at the abandoned train tunnel. Amazing experience. It was like looking at the stars while listening to the birds outside. Something out of a Hitchcock movie. The lunch was excellant. Nothing like having a homemade lunch, on a picnic table, in the forest with birds eyeing you after the hike. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a truly memorable adventure.
Wonderful experience
marechalm2024,
Sep 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a wonderful experience, where we enjoyed incredible landscapes. Our guide (Greg) picked us up directly at our hotel, and planned the day according to what we wanted to see/do. We're a family of 4 adults (parents + 2 grown up daughters) We started by a ~2h30 walk (including all the photo breaks) on the coastal track, heading up to the wedding cake rock. Greg provided us some nice information on the geology, birds and plants around us. After this nice walk we had a great healthy lunch that Greg prepared for us. We then went to the Wattamolla falls, and to the Symbio Wildlife park. Greg managed to bring us there just at the time where the feeding of the koalas happened. The animal keeper also provided nice information. We fed the kangaroos, the wallabies and the emus. At the park closure we went to the Sea Cliff Bridge, and to the Wombarra beach. It was right at sunset, and we got really nice pictures. Greg also took some family pictures and sent them just the day after. Since going to the Royal National Park via public transport is close from the nightmare, that was a great opportunity for is to visit it. We highly recommend it!
Lovely Bespoke hike/tour day in Royal National Park and Sydney
Kenneth W,
Jul 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a lovely day with Greg. We picked the Royal National Park tour but then ended up with a bespoke tour as we wanted a more challenging hike and had already visited the other sites listed on the original tour. Hiked Eagle Rock, had a nice picnic lunch (too bad the kookaburra flew off!), and then a leisurely drive through Sydney on the way back to our hotel. Greg pointed out buildings of architectural interest and we stopped twice for short walk arounds. Greg (of Sydney Nimble Tours) was truly nimble in adjusting the itinerary to suit us! We would definitely recommend Greg and Sydney Nimble Tours.
Great tour, fantastic host
Joao O,
Jul 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The value of this tour was so much more than the places we visited - Greg made sure we had the absolute best time we could have. Traveling as a family, we had a lot of requests for minor adjustments and Greg not only was flexible in accommodating those, but was also proactive in suggesting ways to improve our day. We had a blast and it's by far the day that our toddler talks about the most from the trip.
Excellent experience
KingNgai Y,
Jun 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Greg picked us up nearly our hotel, and head straight to Royal National Park. He showed us where were the best spots to take photos and also helped to took some for us. The whole trip was excellent. I have traveled 24 countries and joined a lot of local tours, Greg's tour is one of the best one I have ever joined. Though we did not use to talk much
Highlight of our time in Sydney
kamif521,
Jun 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We opted for the hike to Eagle Rock with Greg. The scenery was breathtaking, and Greg was knowledgeable about various things (including birds and flora) we saw. He also knew the best locations off the trail to stop to see sites, such as interesting rock formations or colorations, waterfalls, etc. Greg also told us to be looking for humpback whales as they should be starting their northward migration soon. We originally saw 2-3 working their way north. Later there were 4-5 that were doing fin slaps, breaches, and tail slaps repeatedly--the whales put on an excellent show! Greg was good about giving us time to "soak in" the scenery along the way, and you could tell he also personally enjoys going to the various spots (even though he has probably seen it many times before). With this being a private tour (just the 2 of us plus Greg), we were able to set a pace and length that worked for us as well as provide input on what to include in the day based on our interests (e.g., we opted to not go to the Symbio Wildlife Park so that we could focus on various scenic spots such as Bald Hill, Sea Cliff Bridge, etc.). We also enjoyed the lunch that Greg provided (very well equipped and prepared--much better than we do for ourselves when out hiking!). This tour was definitely a highlight of our time in Sydney! Without Greg's tour, we wouldn't have been able to enjoy the sights in the Royal National Park.
Do this trip vs the Blue Mountain tours- you won’t be disappointed!
Donald S,
May 31, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Greg was very punctual picking us up & extremely knowledgeable about the park and it’s surroundings, This not an easy hike and can be quite slippery over rocks and wet areas of the trail but Greg was very patient throughout the hike. Hand made much was delicious after the hike. He timed the wildlife visit at feeding time and were treated to many animals very active and easily visible. This wasn’t a zoo but more like a wildlife sanctuary and the staff deeply cares for the animals well being. Great views of the rugged Australian coast, terrific exercise, nice lunch, getting to see local wildlife up close and personal. Worth the long day & the hiking experience that will be even more special once whale sighting season begins! Mahalo Greg! 🤙🏼We thoroughly enjoyed it.
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