About this experience
Coast Warriors is Sydney’s chilled out small group tour operator own and run by Aussie locals. We target the fitter 14 to 70ish years of age travellers though older is fine if you can bushwalk and like what you see advertised 🙂
This tour offers one of Sydney's highest reviewed experiences for those seeking a relaxed Blue Mountains option. Our tours are run by fun local Aussies with the aim of being less of a tour and more of a feeling of a small group of mates on a day trip.
We have now been running this adventure for many years so you can put trust that we will take you to only the best and less touristy places within the Blue Mountains. Waterfalls, amazing lookouts, Glenbrook cafe stop (locals cafe), the Three Sisters at Katoomba, occasionally a kangaroo and often birds. This is a full day in the Blue Mountains generally away from all the tourists and other mainstream tour bus locations. Aussie snacks like Tim Tams & Vegemite are on offer too.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 14 years. Non Applicable for Private tours
- Wear comfortable walking shoes...hiking shoes are not necessary. We are not a full on hike tour.
What is included
- Small group tour usually 22 to 27 happy souls 🙂
- Fresh continental roll (meat/vegetarian/vegan/coeliac/allergy options). Byo refillable water bottle
- Birdlife such as cockatoos, kookaburras, rosellas, lorikeets and lyrebirds (keep an eye out)
- All inclusive (no hidden charges)
- Tim Tams and Vegemite on tour (Please ask if we forget to offer)
- Local guide and knowledge
- Return transport in our air conditioned mini bus (not a coach)
Not included
- Drinks. Although lunch is supplied drinks are not- water taps at most stops. Bring a bottle #healthy
- Hotel/Airbnb pickup & drop off (unless a large group). We have designated pickups & a city drop off.
- Scenic World, Zoo, driving around Sydney hotels. We spend more time in the Mountains exploring
- Children under 14 years (Can be flexible-please contact us)
Itinerary and highlights
Morning stop in the lower Blue Mountains town of Glenbrook. A beautiful little town with a few Aussie cafes, toilets and shops. We have a short stop here for coffees and toilets on our way to the upper Blue Mountains where we spend majority of our day
This is the location that we do our 90+ minute waterfall nature walk and usually have lunch afterwards. The guide will be checking the weather and decide the best place to have lunch. The hike has a harder section however you can choose to skip this part. Lunch is included and you can check the pictures.
This is the most touristic location that we attend and we do try to attend at less busy times. We spend a shorter amount of time here as we are more of a nature experience. At this location you have free time to grab some photos of the Three Sisters rock formations. There is also a café, bar, souvenir shops and a local gem shop.
We see numerous Blue Mountains lookouts and viewpoints. We will keep this description broad as we do vary the itinerary for the most optimum lookouts taking into account weather, visibility and staying away from crowds at peak times. Check our photos and reviews. We will take you to the best spots ! Small group, small bus so we go to better locations too! **We have removed Scenic World as an option as it is too busy/lines.**No zoos **No ferry boat **No Hotel pickups and drops. As we Maximise our time in nature in the Blue Mountains which is what our guests want. Please book elsewhere if desired.
A really cool lookout overlooking Megalong Valley. This lookout has no fences which makes it really unique.
Meeting and pickup information
- Sydney Downtown City Pickup | 7.30am (Near St Laurence Church on the George Street side) Departure time is 7.30am & it's advised to arrive 10 mins early. Trains, buses, trams and Uber are cheap & reliable in Sydney. Use your credit card or phone ☑️
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Coast Warriors Pty Ltd
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- November to March we sometimes have a splash in a shallow waterfall...though all year round you are welcome to get under the Waterfall (shallow 1m depth max) though is cold in winter #youdoyou
- Minimum age is 14 years. Non Applicable for Private tours
- Designated pickup and drop off at 812 George Street, Haymarket in the city which is nearby the FRONT of St Laurence church on the George Street side.
- Moderate amount of walking involved with a 90min hike, there is an option to skip the hardest part as this section is return. Waterfall is 187 meters down.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes...hiking shoes are not necessary. We are not a full on hike tour.
- Welcome to bring snacks and drinks on bus. Please help us with your rubbish/trash
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. It can get really cold, really hot, rain and extremely rarely snow....the Blue Mountains is always a surprise. If it is cool in Sydney it will be very cold in the upper Blue Mountains. Please keep an eye on the weather "Katoomba Weather"
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free etc. We ask this information on the tour at 730am
- Attendence of this tour indicates full agreement with Coast Warriors terms and conditions which is found on our website.
- Any questions or issues please email us, Whatsapp us or Instagram message Coastwarriors
- LGBT friendly tour...just want normal and happy people that love the world and fellow earthlings
- We highly recommend travel insurance in Australia as our emergency fees are quite high for non citizens
- To maximise time spent in the Blue Mountains we do not offer hotel pickup or drop off. Sydney's public transport is very reliable and efficient. Uber too
- *Lincolns Rock is currently closed to everyone by Blue Mountains City Council. We have other cool locations
- The hardest part of the hike to the base of the waterfall is optional so skip out on an individual basis. Your guide will discuss this with you
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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