Late Start Blue Mountains Wildlife, Waterfalls, Small Group Tour
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Group size
- Up to 11 people
- Guide
- English
- Ages
- 15 and over
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Our take
This is the late start done properly: 11 guests at most, a later departure that misses the morning coach crowds, and a day that ends with the Three Sisters in late light, wild kangaroos in the fields and the stars. On our Blue Mountains tours page it sits in the late start and sunset group, and it rates close to 5.
The listing's stops show where the time goes: 50 minutes with native animals, a 70-minute bushwalk down to waterfalls, 40 minutes at the Three Sisters, a 30-minute walk above the Grose Valley, then kangaroo spotting, dinner from a menu with gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian choices, and stargazing. The operator says it skips theme parks and trendy cafés, so there is no Scenic World. It is one of the dearer group days, but the listing includes lunch, dinner and entry fees. Coffee and alcohol are extra. You get back after dark, late in summer, and the listing asks for moderate fitness.
Good for
- A lie-in, then the mountains at their quietest
- Small-group travellers who want walks and wildlife, not rides
Think twice if
- You want Scenic World
- You need to be back in the city for the evening
Written by SydneySide Tours from the listing, traveller reviews and the videos behind our comparison pages. Checked October 2026. How we review tours.
From the operator
Sleep in as we start our tour much later in the morning. This is an epic journey that will showcase the natural beauty of this UNESCO world heritage listed region. Bushwalks filled with dramatic cliffs, eucalypt forests and waterflows. We don’t have time for theme parks or trendy café spots. Understand its history and grandeur with visits to the Jamieson, Megalong and Grose Valley. A quick stop to see our native animals including kangaroos, koalas, quokkas and more. Listen to our birdlife and spot wild kangaroos in the late afternoon sun as we discover remote lookouts. See the Three Sisters at the very best time as the sandstone rocks glow in the late afternoon sun. We start later than most tours to avoid the crowds and avoid tourist traps. Lunch and dinner are included at local Mountains venues to make this the best value small group tour.
From the listing by Picture Me Sydney on Viator.
The tour, stop by stop
- Our native animals, kangaroos, wallabies, emus, quokkas and much more About 50 min.
- A scenic 70 minute bush walk down to waterfalls, waterflows and stunning vistas. About 70 min.
- View the Three sisters as the sun highlights the sandstone structures. The very best time to photograph this iconic landmark. About 40 min.
- Breath taking views across Grose Valley with a 30 minute nature walk About 30 min.
- Spot wild kangaroos in the late afternoon sun grazing in the fields About 15 min.
- Enjoy a main course dinner from a menu full of options. Includes gluten free, vegan or vegetarian selection. About 50 min.
- Watch the sunset and star gaze into the dark night sky About 20 min.
What's included
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Alcoholic or soft drinks available to purchase
Not included
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting point
Meet at the bus coach pickup near the terminal exit at the departure time
Meet outside the hotel in the wrap around driveway 10 minutes prior the departure time, ready to depart.
Four Seasons Hotel- Outside level 3. 98 Harrington St, The Rocks NSW 2000. Please arrive not later than 20 minutes prior departure, ready to depart
Wait outside the Rydges Central Hotel 35 minutes prior to start time, ready to depart.
Where it ends
Meet at the bus coach pickup near the terminal exit at the departure time
Meet outside the hotel in the wrap around driveway 10 minutes prior the departure time, ready to depart.
Four Seasons Hotel- Outside level 3. 98 Harrington St, The Rocks NSW 2000. Please arrive not later than 20 minutes prior departure, ready to depart
Wait outside the Rydges Central Hotel 35 minutes prior to start time, ready to depart.
Your Viator voucher confirms the exact spot and time.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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