Blue Mountains Highlights

lookout from Blue Mountains Highlights hike

This trip is no longer available. To hire camping equipment, please visit our hire page here.


Trip Overview

Summary

If you want to see the very best the Blue Mountains has to offer and are up for a bit of a challenge, this is the trip for you!

With epic views, stunning waterfalls, swimming in tree-lined rivers and camping amongst the gum trees, this will make for a unique and beautiful experience you won’t forget any time soon.

Highlights Include:

  • Camping amongst majestic gum trees in the middle of the bush.

  • Enjoying spectacular sweeping views across the Blue Mountains.

  • Cooling off in tranquil rivers.

  • Watching the 180m high Govetts Leap waterfall dance in the wind.

  • Hiking through amazing sheer sandstone cliffs and native vegetation.

Detailed Itinerary

Day Before

  • We deliver everything to you.

Day 1

Distance: 14km | Walk Time: 5hrs | Ascent/Descent: 169m/846m

  • Enjoy a lovely train trip through the Blue Mountains to a small town.

  • After a stroll through town & along some fire trails take some time to soak up the epic views across the Blue Mountains.

  • Cross crystal-clear creeks as you descend into the valley, surrounded by lush vegetation.

  • After stopping for a bite to eat at a beautiful waterfall, continue hiking until you reach a tranquil swimming hole in the middle of the bush.

  • Then head into camp where you will enjoy a night surrounded by the gum trees!

Day 2

Distance: 10km | Walk Time: 4.5hrs | Ascent/Descent: 759m/82m

  • In the morning take an optional stroll through a giant gum forest or have a swim.

  • After tracking back along the river, start the ascent to make your way out of the valley.

  • Enjoy lunch at the spectacular 180m Govetts Leap Waterfall, watching it dance in the wind.

  • Then walk the track as it scales the cliff face until you make it to the top for more amazing views.

  • Make your way back into town and either head straight back to Sydney or choose from a number of our optional activities.

  • We pick up all the equipment from you.

What Other People Say About It

What a unique and amazing place! Views were amazing, hiking was surreal but most of all I loved having a swim in the river at sunset. Best hike ever!
— Anthea

This trip is no longer available. To hire camping equipment, please visit our hire page here.

Key Info

Where: Blue Mountains National Park

Price: $50

Start/ Finish: Blue Mountains National Park (directions include train travel from Sydney)

Days: 2

Grading: Intermediate

Availability: Currently closed due to ongoing track restoration works

What’s Included: Tablet E-Guide with all the information you need & Camping Fees

Extras: Hiking & Camping Equipment (Everything Required)

 
waterfall on blue mountains highlights hiking trip
Camping trip in the blue mountains
two people hiking the blue mountains on a weekend getaway
River near camp in blue mountains hiking trip