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Hawkesbury River Secrets – Cruise and Koala Experience

About this experience

A luxury day tour from Sydney discovering the hidden beauty of the Hawkesbury River — featuring a private cruise, gourmet barbecue lunch, and intimate encounters with Australia’s iconic koalas.

At a glance

  • Duration: 8 hr
  • Private experience

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10 passengers
Duration: 8 hours
Premium Mini Bus
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9 passengers
Duration: 8 hours
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7 passengers
Duration: 8 hours
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1 passenger
Duration: 8 hours
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3 passengers
Duration: 8 hours
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5 passengers
Duration: 8 hours
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8 passengers
Duration: 8 hours
Premium Mini Bus
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6 passengers
Duration: 8 hours
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2 passengers
Duration: 8 hours
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4 passengers
Duration: 8 hours
Premium Van
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Plan your experience

Time on the tour8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private transport and driver/guide for the day in luxury vehicle.
  • 'Taste of Australia’ snack packs to share.
  • Three-hour private river cruise with French & English speaking guide.
  • Behind-the-scenes koala and kangaroo experience with zoo keeper.
  • Gourmet barbecue lunch with drinks on boat at secluded bay.
  • Morning tea/coffee and pastry at working riverside marina.
  • Bottled water.

Itinerary and highlights

Scenic drive through north up the Pacific Highway to Berowra Waters and Berowra Valley National Park.

Morning tea overlooking a working riverside marina.

Guided River Cruise through tranquil waterways aboard a boutique vessel.

Gourmet barbecue lunch with drinks at a secluded cove then crab pot reveal.

Short guided bushwalk and shore excursion observing native plants ,wildlife and local culture

Private guided zoo keeper tour of wildlife sanctuary. Meet cuddly koalas and behind-the-scened Koala encounter.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We pick up and drop off all guests at their hotel in Sydney's CBD.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Jack

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 8 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We pick up and drop off all guests at their hotel in Sydney's CBD.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 2+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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