Top 12 National Parks Tours in Sydney

1.Blue Mountains National Park Tour with River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 701 reviews · 10h 30m · from $70Our pick

Spend about 10.5 hours exploring the Blue Mountains with an English-speaking guide, with stops for a bushwalk, waterfall and lookout views, Leura, Three Sisters and Scenic World. Sydney Zoo and Scenic World admissions cost extra. Guides such as Les, Bruce and Wayne lead the trip, which ends with a Parramatta River cruise to Circular Quay.

“I enjoyed the entire trip especially the stop at the zoo and the blue mountains. Bruce was friendly kind and knowledgeable. We got to pet the kangaroos and one managed to sneak past us and went out the front door. It was awesome and one of the best part on my vacation.”

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2.Blue Mountains Kangaroos, Wilderness and Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 97 reviews · 10 hours · from $141

Head from Circular Quay into the Blue Mountains on a 10-hour trip capped at 10 people. Guide Craig is often at the wheel, taking you to rainforests, sandstone lookouts and quiet walking spots, with a picnic lunch and a sunset stop. Wild kangaroos are part of the plan, not a zoo visit.

“Craig, our tour guide was very down to earth and knowledgeable. The tour was exactly as stated. We managed to see many beautiful landscapes and wild kangaroos! Craig was also very knowledgeable about Australia's native flora and fauna so definitely ask him about that! The tour was held at an at-your-own-pace type of style and felt more like a friend guiding us through the Blue Mountains instead of a robotic tour guide constantly offloading information. Craig kept us well fed with Australian meat pies for lunch and snacks throughout the hikes which was really appreciated! Would definitely reccomend to anyone who's looking for a less touristy experience in the Blue…”

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3.Wilderness, Waterfalls, Three Sisters BLUE MOUNTAINS PRIVATE TOUR

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $369Top rated

Spend 9 to 10 hours exploring the Blue Mountains with a private guide and air-conditioned transport from Sydney. Stops can include a zoo visit, Wentworth Falls, the Three Sisters, Scenic World and Katoomba Falls. Ben Barry is a guide named by many past clients, but confirm who will lead your tour. A Parramatta River ferry return may be available.

“We really enjoyed our tour with Ben. Got in a little light hiking saw some amazing views and waterfalls but most of all enjoyed talking with Ben and learning about Australia, Sydney and the area. His knowledge of the history, plant life and pretty much everything was phenomenal!”

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4.Half-Day Abseiling Adventure in Blue Mountains National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $150

Meet your instructor in Katoomba for a 3.5-hour abseiling trip in Blue Mountains National Park. Learn on a 5-meter descent, repeat 15-meter abseils, then work up to a 30-meter overhang. Ropes, harness, helmet, park fees, and transport to the cliffs are included. Past outings have featured instructor Gemma, though your guide may differ.

“It was great wonderful experience. Everyone has enjoyed. We would like to try full day tour or half afternoon tour next time.”

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5.PRIVATE Blue Mountains Wilderness & Wildlife Late Start Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $731

Leave Sydney at 11 am in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a full day of wildlife, bush walks and Blue Mountains lookouts. Meet native animals at Calmsley Hill City Farm, enjoy lunch and dinner, and reach Echo Point in the late afternoon. A photographer-guide leads the day, with guides including Craig, Terry and Ian.

“Such an amazing tour in the Blue Mountains! It’s active with a bit of hiking, stunning views, and plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife. Our guide, Terry, was absolutely wonderful — super friendly, incredibly helpful, and always made sure we haRead more”

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6.Northern Beaches and Ku-ring-gai National Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 32 reviews · 7 hours · from $300

Travel by air-conditioned minivan with a local guide to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Aboriginal rock engravings and the Northern Beaches, including Narrabeen, Palm Beach and coastal lookouts. The small group is capped at 11, and past guides have included Mike, Michael and James. The tour ends at Manly Wharf; your ferry ticket to Circular Quay and lunch are extra.

“Excellent tour with an excellent guide. A leisurely drive with our most friendly guide Mike who gave us lovely snippets of Aussie life, the Park & the beaches. Stunning views of the coastal drive. Would definitely recommend it! Thanks Mike!”

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7.Royal National Park private day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 9 hours · from $368

Leave Sydney with a private English-speaking guide, then choose a coastal walk to Eagle Rock or Wedding Cake Rock. The nine-hour day also takes in Wattamolla, rainforest, Bald Hill and Sea Cliff Bridge, with lunch and drinks included. Guide Greg has earned praise for adapting the route when weather or trail closures change the plan.

“Greg was a wonderful guide! He was very knowledgeable and flexed the itinerary based on things I wanted to see. I felt very safe as a solo traveler as well!”

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8.Port Stephens: Worimi National Park Sandboarding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 18 reviews · 1 day · from $30Best value

Meet at Anna Bay’s lower carpark and take an air-conditioned, seat-belted 4WD into Worimi National Park’s Stockton Bight dunes. Instructors explain the rules and demonstrate sandboarding before you try beginner or intermediate hills with a board provided. Your ticket includes park entry, water and unlimited time on the sand. Stand-up boarding is not allowed.

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9.Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $310

Spend about eight hours with Paul on a private trip from Sydney through Royal National Park and the southern coast. Choose a brisk hike to Wedding Cake Rock, quiet scenic stops, or time at Symbio Wildlife Park, where entry is included and you can feed kangaroos. Pickup is offered in a Mercedes ML350, with bottled water and private transport provided.

“We had a great experience with Paul as our guide. He was kind and knowledgeable and flexible. Royal National Park is a beautiful place! The views from the cliffs were gorgeous and we saw numerous humpback whales. We loved seeing the Read more”

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10.Blue Mountains: Inside a World Heritage National Park

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 8 reviews · 10 hours · from $181

Dingo Tours Sydney takes you from Sydney into the Blue Mountains in a group of no more than 10. Expect a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park, walks at Wentworth Falls and Govetts Leap, scenic lookouts, and a lunch stop in Blackheath. An English-speaking guide provides commentary. Lunch is not included, and no guide name is specified.

“Seeing both the animal park and hiking the Blue Mountains made for a long but enriching day. Our guide was absolutely first rate.”

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11.Sydney Harbour National Park 2-Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Join an English-speaking EcoWalks Tours guide for a two-hour walk in Sydney Harbour National Park. Look for lizards, birds and other native wildlife, stroll beneath Sydney red gum trees, and hear about Aboriginal heritage, convict-built structures and military defenses. The route also offers harbour views and sandstone formations. Guides’ names are not provided.

“This tour was so much fun. I was able to see a few animals, enjoy nature and had an awesome guide who knew a lot of Interessting things. Would recommend this tour to everyone.”

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12.Ku-ring-gai National Park with Hike, Beach & Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $109

Join guide Sabina, when she leads, for a small-group escape from Sydney into Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Expect a moderate bush walk, Pittwater and Hawkesbury lookouts, a chance to see Aboriginal rock engravings, wildlife spotting and a picnic of local cheeses, dips, olives, falafel, dolmades, fruit and kombucha. Bring swimwear for an optional beach stop.

“What a great day of hiking and beautiful views. Sabina was an amazing host and ensured we had a great experience. She went above and beyond to give us the best day at Ku-ring-gai. The picnic was the topper to a perfect day, We even got to see a Kookaburra up close. Book this trip!”

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