Ruined Castle
This trip is no longer available. To hire camping equipment, please visit our hire page here.
Trip Overview
Summary
Our favourite three day hike, this adventure takes you deep into the heart of the Blue Mountains for an experience you will never forget!
Enjoy spectacular views in a vast wilderness, visit Aboriginal sites, marvel at spectacular waterfalls, climb to the Three Sisters and camp in truly beautiful locations surrounded by native wildlife.
Highlights Include:
Enjoy amazing 360 degree views at the Ruined Castle.
See rock shelters used by Aboriginal people for thousands of years.
Sign your name in the logbook atop a remote mountain.
Stop by waterfalls and climb up to the famous Three Sisters.
Camp under the stars in remote campgrounds surrounded by kangaroos.
Detailed Itinerary
Day Before
We deliver everything to you.
Day 1
Distance: 11km |Walk Time: 4hrs | Ascent/Descent: 241m/462m
Make your way from Sydney enjoying a lovely train trip through the Blue Mountains to the vibrant and historic town of Katoomba.
From Katoomba head to a beautiful lookout soaking in spectacular views of the Three Sisters.
Descend into the valley, surrounded by lush vegetation, to a beautiful set of waterfalls.
Wind your way along the side of the valley to the site of a giant landslide.
Scale the Ruined Castle and enjoy 360 degree views of the surrounding wilderness.
Then head into camp where you will enjoy a night surrounded by gum trees!
Day 2
Distance: 11km |Walk Time: 5.5hrs | Ascent/Descent: 517m/998m
After a hearty breakfast, hit the track and start the technical and challenging mountain ascent.
Stop and soak in some history at rock shelters used by Aboriginal people for thousands of years.
Enjoy a snack and soak in one of the best views anywhere in the world.
Sign your name in the logbook atop a remote mountain.
Make your way down the mountain and cross a tranquil river.
Camp out under the stars by an open fire!
Day 3
Distance: 19km |Walk Time: 7hrs | Ascent/Descent: 1,357m/570m
Enjoy breakfast surrounded by amazing sheer sandstone cliffs and kangaroos.
Hit the track for the long walk back to civilisation through beautiful valley forest.
Cross over a couple of creeks as the track winds its way through the hills.
Climb up to the Three Sisters before making your way back to Katoomba.
Jump on the train straight back to Sydney or choose from a number of optional activities.
We pick up all the equipment from you.
What Other People Say About It
“A challenging but brilliant walk. Cracking scenery and some of the best and most remote camping I’ve done. ”
This trip is no longer available. To hire camping equipment, please visit our hire page here.
Key Info
Where: Blue Mountains National Park
Price : $150
Start/ Finish: Blue Mountains National Park (directions include train travel from Sydney)
Days: 3
Grading: Intermediate/Challenging
Availability: Year Round
What’s Included: Tablet E-Guide with all the information you need & Camping Fees
Extras: Hiking & Camping Equipment (Everything Required)
