Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour from Sydney
Overview
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11 hours
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This big day out to the south of Sydney winds through Australia’s oldest national park, takes in spectacular coastal scenery along the Grand Pacific Drive, traverses the Sea Cliff Bridge, then climbs the sandstone escarpment to return via the forests and farmland of the picturesque Southern Highlands.
Enjoy up close and personal experiences with iconic Australian wildlife, expansive vistas of coastal scenery, eucalyptus-clad valleys and waterfalls plunging over sandstone cliffs, scenic drives through national parks and along bays, beaches and country backroads, beachside dining and cool-climate wine tasting.
Tour includes a private koala experience with a keeper, lunch at a popular seaside cafe, sipping wine at a boutique winery, National Parks and wildlife park entry fees, friendly and knowledgable guide, transport in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus. Maximum 11 guests. Contact us for private group departures.
More information at wildlifewaterfallswine.com
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 12 years
Guests under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 18 years. Photo ID may be requested as proof of age
You should be able to walk 1 km (half a mile) at a time and be able to walk up and down 50 steps
Bring closed shoes, sunscreen, hat & reusable water bottle. Swimsuit & towel for a swim in the ocean if it’s hot. Warm clothing in layers if it’s cold (usually May-October).
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
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The experience begins when a friendly guide greets you at the meeting point. You'll be part of a small group of no more than 11 travellers aboard a comfortable minibus that takes you south out of the city along the beaches of Botany Bay and through the Royal National Park. First stop is Bald Hill Lookout, a popular launch site for hang gliders and para gliders, which affords sweeping views of the Illawarra coastline and the famous Sea Cliff Bridge. After the break it's just a few minutes drive to the family-run Symbio Wildlife Park which is active in koala conservation. Here you'll find out everything you ever wanted to know about these fascinating marsupials during a private koala experience with a keeper. Snap the ultimate selfie - just you and a koala. You’ll also be able to hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies and get up close to other native Australian wildlife. Next you'll meander along the Grand Pacific Drive traversing the Sea Cliff Bridge as it sweeps out over the ocean, well clear of the crumbling cliffs to which the old highway clung. You’ll continue to follow the scenic coastline to a golden beach where you’ll enjoy lunch in a café popular with locals with views out over the ocean. Bring your swimmers for a dip if the sun is out! In the afternoon you’ll head up through temperate rainforest into the Southern Highlands. An easy hike leads to viewpoints that take in the spectacular sandstone gorges and towering waterfalls of the Morton National Park. Finally, you’ll drive along country roads to a boutique winery to sample locally-produced, cool climate wine before returning to Sydney. Arrival back at Circular Quay is around 6:30pm.
What‘s Included
Friendly, knowledgable guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Wine and cheese at a boutique winery
Private koala experience with a keeper
Small-group tour (max. 11 guests)
Lunch with a glass of Australian wine, beer, juice or soda
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Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour from Sydney
Reviews
537 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun and informative daytrip to the national parks south of Sydney
Jensepense,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you only have a short stay in Sydney, then the Wildlife, Waterfall and Wine day trip is the most perfect way to see some of the surrounding national parks and coastal areas. The tour was comfortable and well organised and because of our driver/guide, the other Steve, it was hugely fun and informative too! Getting early access to the wildlife park and meeting the koalas and kangaroos was very special. Warmly recommended!
Incredible Day Trip with Animals, Beach and Winery
scothen2990,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was one of the best tours I have ever been on. Our tour guide made the places we visited even more enjoyable as she described them in detail before we arrived. She was knowledgeable, funny and really added to the day. We were able to visit the wildlife sanctuary before it was open to the public, the visit to Bulli Beach for lunch and the beach , and the trip to the winery for a tasting were incredible.
Fantastic Trip
brittaj585,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super trip, very varied ! And Steve is a great tour guide! I highly recommend it. Small group and lots of information about Australia.
The "Other Steve" was the best tour guide!
aneesahsmith,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time learning, seeing, experiencing and tasting the history and culture of Australia. Would recommend this for any type of group of solo travel. The "other Steve" was the perfect tour guide!
Wonderful day, highly recommend
Sargebrown,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful day, highly recommend. The other Steve kept us entertained all day, the experience was great fun, would be brilliant for a family
Couldn’t have been better. Perfect trip.
Luanda B,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Exceptional trip. Very knowledgable and resourceful guide, amazing activities…highly recommended for all.
Well curated and personalised tour !
amitjR7612XR,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very well curated tour and personalized experience with koala and kangaroos was the best ! Tour guide Emma was excellent, she was very knowledgeable and courteous. Appreciate her hard work !
Fun, diverse day trip outside sydney
tylerdW2363HI,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with fun at every stop. Great views, cool animals, and fun wines. Our guide Jackie was very entertaining and knowledgable, and also helped us with some more recommendations for enjoying Sydney.
A review for people who don’t trust reviews
mrsbefore,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00After a string of hit-and-miss experiences choosing accommodations and tours based on reviews, this one truly lived up to—and exceeded—its stellar ratings. This tour is genuinely top-notch and well suited to any traveler. We had “Other Steve” as our guide, who was outstanding—knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely funny. The day is perfectly paced and filled with breathtaking scenery, rich history, fun facts and thoughtfully chosen stops. The experience began with a scenic drive from Sydney to an animal preserve, where we encountered remarkable wildlife up close. We then enjoyed a proper lunch in a beautiful beachside setting, with time to swim and relax. The day concluded at a high-caliber, stunning winery that was a highlight in itself. We traveled with our young daughter, who was entertained and engaged throughout the entire day. Even members of our group who don’t enjoy wine loved every minute of this experience. Highly recommended.
Great Tour and Guide!
listokes,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing tour. I loved all the stops, and the lunch spot had amazing views. The wildlife Park we visited took very good care of their animals and enclosures. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and funny ( the other Steve). I went on two tours while I was visiting Sydney and this was by far the best one. Highly recommend!
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