Lady Carrington Drive Walk: rainforest and lyrebirds
The southern end of Lady Carrington Drive in Royal National Park is probably the best section of the temperate rainforest that can be easily accessed in the park. It is … Read more
Nature Adventures in Sydney
Surrounded by National Parks and the Pacific Ocean, Sydney is superbly positioned for outdoor exploration. You can watch the epic migration of Humpback whales, spot iconic Australian wildlife or immerse yourself in the vastness of the ancient mountains or sweeping coastal landscapes all within easy reach from the city. Here you will find suggestions for the best nature trips from Sydney and wildlife watching opportunities in and around the city.
40 Fun Things to do in Kangaroo Valley
Kangaroo Valley is incredibly picturesque lush green countryside fringed by the towering walls of the Illawarra Escarpment 150 kilometres south of Sydney. There are so many things to do in … Read more
Where can you see wild Australian animals in Sydney?
Australia is famous for our unique wildlife and while the cities are not typically considered as wildlife-watching destinations, with a bit of luck and effort you can see some of … Read more
Where to see Australian parrots in Sydney
Australia is home to one-sixth of the world’s parrots. Out of 330 parrot species that inhabit our planet, 56 are found in Australia. With their stunning looks and entertaining behaviour, parrots … Read more
Birds and Waterfalls of Curra Moors Loop Track in Royal National Park
One of the best birdwatching locations in Royal National Park, Curra Moors loop track is also one of the easiest ways of getting to Curracurrong Falls as it follows a … Read more
The Remarkable Sawn Rocks in Mount Kaputar National Park
Located in the northern section of Mount Kaputar National Park, Sawn Rocks is a 40-meter-high cliff face composed of perfectly pentagonal (five-sided) columns. Its appearance is so bizarre that you … Read more
Exploring Pilliga Forest: Sandstone Caves and Sculptures in the Scrub
Surrounded by the unbroken horizons of the great Western Plains in north-central NSW, Pilliga forest is the great expanse of semi-arid woodland dominated by the Cypress Pine, Iron Bark, and … Read more
Warrumbungles: Breadknife And Grand High Tops Walk & A Secret Lookout
Planning a trip to Warrumbungle National Park? Here is everything you need to know about the iconic Breadknife and Grand High Tops walk. Between the endless horizons of the Western … Read more
Secret swimming hole on Kangaroo Creek, Royal National Park
Looking for a tranquil swimming hole in Sydney? Check out this stunning spot on Kangaroo Creek, Royal National Park. Kangaroo Creek in Royal National Park hides many secret swimming holes … Read more
Sydney to Narooma Road Trip: What to see and Where to stop
The NSW South Coast road trip is one of the best drives you can take from Sydney. You can do this Sydney to Narooma itinerary in a long weekend or … Read more
Secrets of South West Arm Creek in Royal National Park
Last weekend my good friend Steve took us to a little-known area in Royal National Park along South West Arm Creek, a few kilometres upstream from Winifred Falls. It’s a … Read more
Things to do at the Blue Mountains by train: Walks, Views and Waterfalls
The World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park is one of the most popular national parks in all of Australia. And the great thing about it is that there are plenty … Read more
23 Epic Blue Mountains Lookouts you can’t miss
The Greater Blue Mountains are all about stunning viewpoint and lookouts. There are entire trails that travel along clifftops and could be considered multi-kilometre-long lookouts, like the Clifftop walks in … Read more
Exploring Walls Cave & Hidden Slot Canyon in Blackheath
My Walls Cave adventure did not go to plan. It was a last-minute decision after our camping plans for the weekend went pear-shaped. I wanted to do the Walls Cave … Read more
Curracurrong Falls – Everything you need to know about Sydney’s most unique waterfall
Curracurrong Falls in Royal National Park is one of Sydney’s most scenic hidden gems. Relatively unknown outside of the bushwalking community, Curracurrong Falls is one of only three waterfalls in … Read more