Blue Mountains Adventures

Reconnect with nature in the Blue Mountains

Reconnect with nature in the Blue Mountains

Walks (half day)

Wollangambe Walk

Grade: Medium, Distance: 8 km, Time: 5 hrs, Max group size: 8, Meeting Point: Mt Wilson, 8.00 am

Mt Wilson has many and varied landscapes. We start in the Blue Mountains Basalt Forest, an Endangered Ecological Community, that only thrives on the rich volcanic soils , then descend through typical Blue Mountains sclerophyll forest towards the Wollangambe River, over rock pagodas and past rugged canyon cliffs. An optional side trip can be taken in knee deep water through a short but spectacular slot canyon – you’ll get a taste of the canyoning experience without getting too wet or needing ropes. Have brunch at a beautiful river beach where you can explore for a while, swim, or just take in the serene surroundings. Return the same way, or if you’re feeling adventurous there is a more direct route.

A narrow stream of water flowing through a rocky canyon, surrounded by green vegetation and overhanging rocks.
Close-up of aged stone paving with irregular dark stones and light-colored sand filling the gaps.

Tessellated Pavements Walk

Grade: Medium, Distance: 8 km, Time: 5 hrs, Max group size: 8, Meet: Mt Wilson, 8:00 am

We drive out to Mt Irvine and head off on a track that meanders through closed forest, with a little ascent and descent, to the largest tessellated rock platform in the Blue Mountains. We spend some time here exploring the intriguing rock formations, rock carvings and wildflowers, then follow a more open ridge between two major canyon systems, on a vague track. The route stretches out into the wilderness with beautiful views and wildflowers in season. Lunch is on a rock platform with spectacular views.

A green hillside forest with tall, fern-like trees and white wildflowers scattered across the ground.

Mt Wilson Highlights Walk

Grade: Easy-Medium, Distance: 8 km, Time: 5 hrs, Max group size: 6, Meet: Mt Wilson, 8.00 am

Explore the best bits of the varied Mt Wilson landscapes from clifftop lookouts to rainforest walks, waterfalls, rock formations, wildflowers to the awe-inspiring canyon views. We will drive to three quite different sites and at each site will take a guided walk lasting from 45 to 90 minutes. Have brunch in spectacular surroundings before being driven back to your cars. Afterwards you can tour of one of the many gorgeous private gardens for a small additional fee, if you wish. 

Grose Valley Views Walk

Grade: Medium, Distance: 8 km, Time: 5 hrs, Max group size: 6, Meet: Mt Wilson, 8.00 am

The awe as you peer into the Grose Valley just cannot be captured in a photo.  With cliffs up to 500m high, you stare down through 280 million years of earth’s history. “Stupendous!” said Charles Darwin in 1836, and you will agree. We explore the wild and less-travelled north side of the Valley, following a narrow track through woodlands and past hanging swamps, before venturing off-track down towards the cliff edge. Relax with tea/coffee and sumptuous light meal, before exploring the rugged landscape. Your biologist guide will tell you about the unique rock pagodas, flora and fauna, if that takes your interest.  We also offer a full day (8 hour, Hard grade) version of this walk for an additional fee (Enquire).

Large natural rock formation resembling an arch, with a mountain in the background, in a cloudy, outdoor setting.
A person standing inside a dark cave surrounded by rock formations and a glowing, blue-green light display on the cave ceiling.

Glowworm Tunnel and Dry Canyon Walk

Grade: Medium, Distance: 8 km, Time: 5 hrs, Max group size: 6, Meet: Mt Wilson, 8.00 am or Zigzag Railway, 8.30 am.

Explore the spectacular Glowworm Tunnel and also walk through the Dry Canyon. The tunnel is almost 400m long so it's pitch dark but the glowworms light up the walls like the Milky Way. We provide red-light headlamps so you don’t disturb the glowworms. Hear what makes these fascinating creatures tick - from your biologist guide.  Then wander through the Dry Canyon - a dramatic example of a Blue Mountains slot canyon, but an easy walk. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch amongst the tree ferns in Wollemi National Park.

A hiker with a backpack and hat walking on a narrow trail along a steep cliff with lush mountain scenery in the background.

Build your own walk

If none of these options suit you, please contact us to organise a bespoke private walk - any Blue Mountains location, on-track or off-track walking, half-day or full day.

Wild flower “hunting” trips are a specialty (mostly in spring-early summer). Or, if you are fit (-ish) and adventurous, take a more challenging day walk off the beaten track, and visit places rarely seen by others!

Canyons (with abseiling/rappelling)

Tiger Snake Canyon

Grade: Medium, Distance: 10 km, Time: 9 hrs, Max group size: 4, Meeting Point: Mt Wilson, 8.00 am

A stunning all-season dry canyon, Tiger Snake has it all. It is deep in rock pagoda country so it’s a decent bushwalk to get to the start. The upper canyon section has 4 abseils in a tight constrictions (left photo) and ends with a big overhanging abseil into an open valley (middle photo). From there it’s a short walk to the spectacular final abseil into a dark slot (right photo). The exit track is a very steep scramble initially, then becomes a good trail walk before going up and over a tall rock pagoda where you get magnificent views of the rugged landscape.

Group of people canyoning in a narrow rocky canyon with moss and small plants, wearing helmets and harnesses.
Three people dressed in waterproof gear and helmets, standing in water with a waterfall or cascade behind them, in a lush, green forest setting, possibly after a canyoning or rappelling adventure.

Serendipity Canyon

Grade: Medium, Distance: 8 km, Time: 8 hrs, Max group size: 8, Meet: Mt Wilson, 8:00 am Note: Only available September to April

This is one of the more popular Blue Mountains commercially guided canyoning trips and for good reason. There are four abseils, a few short swims and a walk through a beautiful open section of creek. And then there's jump rock for the brave. An abseiling lesson is provided so prior experience is not required, but you must be reasonably fit and agile.

Two people wearing helmets and backpacks hike through a narrow canyon with tall rocky walls and lush green ferns along the floor.

Gobsmacker Canyon

Grade: Medium-Hard, Distance: 8 km, Time: 8 hrs, Max group size: 6, Meet: Mt Wilson, 8.00 am

Also known as Bowens Creek North Lower section. This is one of the more spectacular canyons with dark sections where the canyon walls close in on you. It can be cold so is best done in the warmer months. There are four abseils and some optional jumps depending on conditions. The walk out is steep and takes some effort. This is not a good choice for a first-time canyoner.

Water Dragon Canyon

Grade: Medium, Distance: 8 km, Time: 9 hrs, Max group size: 8, Meeting Point: Mt Wilson, 8.00 am Note: Available only in April

Stunning! Water Dragon has a sustained dark section where the canyon walls close right in and it can be dark enough to see glow worms. There are two big ascents so it is a long day and above average fitness is required. This is not a good choice for a first-time canyoner.

A person rappelling down a narrow rocky canyon, with water spraying from the rocks below.
Three hikers walking along a trail on a mountain ridge with a canyon and cliffs in the background.

Canyons (walk/swim, no abseiling)

Wollangambe 1 Canyon • Lilo trip

Grade: Medium-hard, Distance: 8 km, Time: 8 hrs, Max group size: 8, Meeting Point: Mt Wilson, 8.00 am Note: Available November-April. Confident swimmers only.

Experience canyoning – walk, scramble, wade, swim and paddle your way down the Wollangambe River. This takes some effort but has rich rewards. Wetsuits and lilos are provided as the water is cool and you’re in it a long time. Float on the lilo through long sections where the canyon walls close right in to deep water. The exit track has a 4 m climb holding onto tree roots and a knotted rope, but this is done with a harness and top rope for extra security.

Two people wearing wetsuits and orange helmets float in a shallow river on red rescue boards, while another person prepares to cross the rocky riverbank in a narrow canyon surrounded by tall rock walls and green vegetation.
A narrow canyon with layered sandstone cliffs and a dark, still water creek flowing through the bottom, surrounded by sparse greenery and moss-covered rocks.

Wollangambe 2 Canyon • Lilo trip

Grade: Medium, Distance: 10 km, Time: 8 hrs, Max group size: 8, Meet: Mt Wilson, 8:00 am Note: Available November-April. Confident swimmers only.

Explore the lower section of the Wollangambe Canyon. There are longer swims in this beautiful section and the canyon walls close in. It is also a slightly longer day than Wollangambe 1. Wetsuits and lilos are provided as the water is cool and you are in it for a long time.

A narrow rocky canyon with large moss-covered boulders and a small stream of water running through it, with sunlight visible at the top of the opening.

Du Faur Canyon • Lilo trip

Grade: Medium, Distance: 8 km, Time: 8 hrs, Max group size: 8, Meet: Mt Wilson, 8.00 am Note: Available November-April.

Du Faur Creek is a beautiful canyon which sees less tourist traffic than Wollangambe 1. It is upstream of Wollangambe 1 and leads into it. Du Faur Creek is narrower and more intimate than the Wollangambe. There are a number of different options for start and finish points, so this trip can be customised to spend from 2 to 5 hours on the water in addition to the 3 hours spent walking to and from the canyon entry and exit points.

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