YOUTH TRAVEL AND BACKPACKING IN NSW - Destination NSW

YOUTH TRAVEL AND
                                                                 BACKPACKING IN NSW
Youth travellers and backpackers heading to Sydney and Regional NSW will
find a whole range of transport options, tours, accommodation and                
attractions to make their touring easy. Working holidaymakers will also find
plenty of support and insider tips to help them.

Transport, travel and day tours
Autopia Tours
Autopia Tours specialises in affordable, quality, small-to-medium group tours
that offer unique itineraries showcasing Australia’s diverse landscape and
spectacular beauty. In 2018, Autopia Tours launched three NSW tours. The
Blue Mountains Wildlife and Sunset Tour, The Hunter Valley Scenic Wine
and Dine Tour, and The Two-Day Port Stephens, Hunter Valley and Blue
Mountains Tour. Tours depart multiple times per week from Sydney.
Tel: +61 3 9393 1333
autopiatours.com.au

Aussie Adventures
Aussie Adventures is a small group tour specialist, offering affordable day
and overnight tours to the Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley and Port Stephens.
Aussie Adventures is owned by AAT Kings.
Tel: +61 2 9028 5182
aatkings.com/aussie-adventures

Barefoot Downunder
Barefoot Downunder offers two tours that provide visitors with a different
perspective on Sydney and beyond. The Figure 8 Pools Coastal Adventure
Tour travels to the Royal National Park south of Sydney. The adventure
includes a coastal hike, swimming in natural rock pools and lagoons, visiting
beautiful beaches, spotting wildlife, and a delicious picnic lunch. The Blue
Mountains Adventure and Hike Tour is a fun and active trip away from the
crowds. Escape to the Blue Mountains for a day of adventure, have some
fun, learn how to play a didgeridoo and celebrate with a free drink back in
Sydney.
Tel: +61 476 951 741
barefootdownunder.com.au

Coast Warriors
This Sydney-based tour company, owned and operated by three young
Australians, guides visitors to uncover some of NSW’s hidden gems.
Travelling in ‘Trudy’, a retro, 22-seater bus, Coast Warriors operates day
tours to the Blue Mountains and Port Stephens on a weekly basis. They also
offer road trips to Byron Bay and beyond for 18- to 35-year-old travellers.
Tel: +61 425-285-563
coastwarriors.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

Colourful Trips
Colourful Trips get off the beaten track with day trips from Sydney to the
Blue Mountains, Jenolan Caves, Hunter Valley, Port Stephens and Jervis
Bay with eco-accredited guides. Guests can choose from day trips, overnight
and extended itineraries as well as customised tours for private groups.
Tel: +61 2 9318 0853
colourfultrips.com

Contiki Holidays
Guided and inclusive (accommodation, touring, attractions and meals)
adventures suitable for the 18-35 age groups. The 14-day Beaches and
Reefs Tour follows the coast from Sydney and provides the opportunity to
learn to surf in Coffs Harbour and kayak with dolphins in Byron Bay, before
continuing north to Cairns. The seven-day City to Surf Tour showcases
Sydney’s icons before touring to Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and Byron
Bay.
Tel: +61 2 9511 2222
contiki.com/destinations/australia

Fantastic Aussie Tours
Fantastic Aussie Tours has a range of vehicles available for private tours,
transfers and charters. Tours of the Blue Mountains range from two hours to
full-day itineraries, tailored to the client’s needs. Fantastic Aussie Tours also
operates the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus, a hop-on, hop-off bus servicing
all the major sights around Katoomba and Leura.
Tel: +61 2 4780 0700
fantastic-aussie-tours.com.au

FJ Tours
FJ Tours offers a range of day tours departing Sydney to the Blue Mountains
daily and to the Jenolan Caves three times weekly.
Tel: +61 2 9637 4466
fjtours.com.au

G Adventures
G Adventures offers a comprehensive range of small group adventure tours
from Sydney to Byron Bay via the coast and inland with opportunities to
sample Hunter Valley wines, stay overnight at a sheep station, learn to surf
or try skydiving.
Tel: 1300 853 325 (Australia only)
gadventures.com

Greyhound Australia
Greyhound Australia is the only Australian company that travels to all
mainland states. Coaches are fitted with modern conveniences including
USB chargers on every seat, reclining leather seats and free Wi-Fi.
Greyhound Australia’s range of flexible hop-on, hop-off and point-to-point
bus passes give travellers plenty of options for travel in NSW. Passes
include the option to plan your own itinerary, choose from popular routes or
travel between two destinations.
Tel: +61 7 4690 9850
greyhound.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

Intrepid Urban Adventures
Intrepid offers day tours of Sydney under the Urban Adventures brand. The
Sydney with Conviction tour offers an insight into colonisation; Kings Cross
Crime and Passion reveals the history, crimes, fame and mystery of this
suburb; and When Rum Ran The Rocks visits three local pubs. Two new
tours include Forbidden Sydney and Tastes of Chinatown.
Tel: +61 414 983 091
sydneyurbanadventures.com

Loka Travel
Loka offers a unique way for visitors to experience NSW. They have
guaranteed frequent departures (at least three per week) in their own mini
coaches over a route that takes in attractions on and off the beaten track.
Customers can stay on one trip and experience an adventure tour or hop-on,
hop-off services for up to 12 months. Accommodation and activity options
are all accessed and booked via Loka’s own unique mobile app. The route
takes in destinations such as Barrington Tops National Park, Spot X surf
camp just north of Coffs Harbour and Byron Bay. Loka also offers day tours
to the Blue Mountains and Hunter Valley.
Tel: +61 2 6698 4901
loka.travel

NSW TrainLink*
Sydney's metropolitan train network links the Greater Sydney region with the
city centre and travels to nearby cities (such as Newcastle and Wollongong)
and popular visitor destinations (such as the Hunter Valley and Blue
Mountains). NSW TrainLink operates rail services from Sydney Central
Station to regional centres and holiday destinations throughout the State.
Visitors planning to travel on regional coaches and trains in NSW must book
their seat in advance.
Tel: +61 2 4907 7501
transportnsw.info/regional

Oz Experience
Oz Experience offers flexible travel passes and tour packages that allow
budget conscious travellers to discover Australia’s East Coast at their own
pace. Passengers can hop on and off along the Greyhound network with
tours, experiences and some accommodation included along the way. Oz
Experience tours travel on Greyhound coaches.
Tel: +61 7 4690 9850
ozexperience.com

Oz Trails
Oz Trails specialises in personalised day tours in and around Sydney for FIT
travellers, and charter tours for groups. Key features of the tours include
small groups (max. 24) and new, air-conditioned buses and complimentary
hotel pickup from most accommodation locations in the city centre.
Collections are also available from central points in Kings Cross, Coogee,
Bondi and Manly. Passionate, friendly and qualified guides with local
knowledge provide extensive commentary and personalised service.
Tel: +61 411 288 805
oztrails.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

Topdeck
Topdeck offers epic Downunder road trips featuring the NSW coastline and
visiting stunning locations such as the Byron Bay Lighthouse, Crescent Head
surf retreat, the Hunter Valley and Sydney. Topdeck realises that everyone
is different, which is why all trips include plenty of free time to explore.
Travellers hit the road on modern coaches, stay where the action is and
hang out with other young explorers.
Tel: +61 7 3041 8100
topdeck.travel/australia

Via Travel
Via Travel specialises in small group tours, offering authentic, immersive
experiences to international travellers visiting Australia’s East Coast. With
itineraries that include must-sees like Sydney and Byron Bay, guests will
enjoy family-run hospitality, locally produced food and wine, and a variety of
down-to-earth experiences. Via Travel uses a mix of four-star and boutique
accommodation and taps into the major global tourism trends of authenticity
and sustainability, emphasising the importance of utilising local community
and businesses to create sustainable and long-lasting relationships.
Tel: +61 474 229 435
viatravel.com.au

Zepher Tours
A Sydney-based company specialising in unique, small group tours to the
Hunter wine region. Hunter Valley day tours inclusive of gourmet lunch,
cheese, chocolate and organic vodka tastings depart Sydney and the Hunter
Valley Tuesday to Saturday. Zepher Tours offers local culture, food and
wine, with informative and enthusiastic guides, great music and cool
commentary.
Tel: +61 406 757 295
zephertours.com.au

Campervan Rental
Bear Rentals
Bear Rentals operates a fleet of Land Rover Defender 4WD campervans,
complete with everything needed to explore the open road, including extras
such as bedding, satellite navigation, table and chairs. The vehicles are
perfect for exploring locations only accessible by 4WD, with no additional
charge for taking vehicles on unsealed roads. Bear Rentals can also tailor-
make a 4WD campervan adventure with drop off points in Sydney and
Australia-wide, and it does not apply one-way fees between major depots.
Tel: +61 2 9557 1001
bearrentals.com.au

Camperman Australia
Camperman Australia is a family-owned business with eight models of
campers equipped with showers and toilets.
Tel: +61 2 9540 5066
campermanaustralia.com

Current as at 8 March 2018

Hippie Camper
Hippie Camper provides campervan rentals for travellers who want to hit the
road on a budget and in style. Hipper Camper is part of Apollo Motorhome
Holidays.
Tel: + 61 7 3265 9200
hippiecamper.com

Jucy Rentals Australia
Jucy gives travellers the wheels to get their adventure started and offers
competitive rates for fun cars and two- or four-berth campervans in multiple
locations throughout Australia. Minimum driver age is 18 years and unlimited
kilometres are included.
Tel: +61 2 9929 2462
jucy.com.au

Spaceships Campervans
A modern rental fleet of affordable, customised, two-wheel drive
car/campervan conversions fully equipped and supported by local contacts
as well as a traveller community network.
Tel: +61 2 8356 2900
spaceshipsrentals.com.au

THL Group (Maui, Britz, Mighty Campervan Rentals)
For self-drive experiences around NSW, Maui, Britz, Mighty Campervan
Rentals specialise in 4WD, car, caravan, campervan and luxury motorhome
hire.
Britz is the largest campervan rental company in Australasia alongside sister
brands Maui and Mighty Campers. Designed for apartment living on the
road, Maui offers ultimate space and design touches for a premium
motorhome experience.
Mighty Campervan rentals offer low cost campervans that are simple to use,
combined with an easy self-service check in process, convenient branch
locations and 24-hour roadside assistance.
Tel: +64 9 336 4299
thlonline.com

Travellers Autobarn
Travellers Autobarn is a one-stop shop for backpackers and budget
travellers planning a self-drive trip. Travellers can buy, sell, rent or hire
vehicles, with a range of campervans, campers, wagons, station wagons or
cars to choose from.
Tel: +61 2 8323 1500
travellers-autobarn.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

Accommodation
Base Backpackers Sydney
The centrally located Base Backpackers Sydney is open 24 hours and
features twin, double and dorm rooms, delicious continental breakfasts and a
working holiday assistance program. Facilities include a bar, laundry,
kitchen, TV room, travel desk and a ‘girls only’ floor.
Tel: +61 2 9267 7718
stayatbase.com

Byron Bay Beach Hostel
Byron Bay Beach Hostel is an independently owned, budget to mid-range
accommodation provider, newly opened in 2017. The Hostel is a new
building with a heritage façade, located in the centre of Byron Bay and steps
from Main Beach. Accommodating up to 250 guests in en-suite queen rooms
and multi-share dormitories, the building is designed with rooftop terraces,
atriums and breezeways that make the most of the natural sunlight and
beautiful sub-tropical climate.
Tel: +61 2 6685 8750
byronbaybeachhostel.com

Nomads
Nomads is a backpacker hostel network, providing backpackers with quality
budget accommodation. Nomads operates travel desks in all their properties
to sell travel and day trips, and also helps work and holiday visa holders, to
get set up and work ready. Nomads operates properties in Sydney, Coffs
Harbour and Byron Bay.
Tel: 1800 666 237 (Australia only)
nomadsworld.com

Wake Up! Sydney Central and Bondi Beach
Located close to Central Station, Chinatown and Darling Harbour in a
heritage-listed sandstone building, Wake Up! Sydney Central offers a range
of quality budget accommodation options with private and dorm rooms and a
range of shared facilities. Wake Up! also has a property at Bondi Beach,
Bondi Backpackers.
Tel: +61 2 9288 7888
wakeup.com.au

YHA Australia
Australia's only national network of backpacker hostels, YHA has more than
28 great places to stay around NSW. Choose from seven hostels in Sydney
alone including Sydney Harbour YHA with Opera House views or Railway
Square YHA where you can sleep in a railway carriage. From the Snowy
Mountains to Byron Bay, YHA offers a wide diversity of hostel                    Photographer: Hugh Stewart
accommodation with a high standard and big choice of rooms. Free Wi-Fi
hotspots in common areas are provided for all hostels in the network. YHA
Australia is part of Hostelling International.
Tel: +61 2 9261 1111
yha.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

Outback and country life experiences
Visitors to Regional NSW can visit a working sheep station, ride horses and
help muster cattle, learn to crack a whip, become a jackaroo or jillaroo for a
week or just soak up the outback lifestyle.

Agricultural Tours Riverina, Narrandera
Agricultural Tours Riverina (ART) is a specialist provider of tailored and pre-
planned agricultural tours for individuals and groups. ART has a wide a
network of rural industry producers, processors, administrators and
researchers to provide a seamless experience for international guests to
investigate Australian agriculture. Tours are all-inclusive with
accommodation, meals and ground transport. Return transfers to any airport
in south eastern Australia and local interpreters with appropriate industry
experience can also be included. Tours focus on the NSW Riverina region,
centre of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, home to 95% of Australia’s rice
and prunes, 30% of citrus and 25% of table wines, and a quickly developing
hub of health nut industries.
Tel: +61 419 407 804
agriculturaltoursriverina.com.au

Boggy Creek Show, Tumbarumba, Snowy Mountains
The Boggy Creek show is a two-hour performance that portrays the spirit of
Australian heritage. The show demonstrates the skills of the mountain
cattlemen – cattle mustering, shearing, whip-cracking and horsemanship;
leverly choreographed to the Man from Snowy River soundtrack. Morning or
afternoon tea is included with the performance.
Tel: +61 2 6948 8273
boggycreekshow.com.au

Eldee Station, via Silverton, Outback NSW
An authentic sheep and cattle station operated by the Schmidt family for
more than 80 years, Eldee Station is located one-hour’s drive north of
Silverton in Outback NSW and is accessible by road or private airstrip.
Packages include meals in the Quarters Restaurant and accommodation
ranges from 4.5-star suites to family rooms in the old shearer’s quarters. The
property also offers a range of activities including 4WD tours, self-guided
mountain bike rides and bushwalks plus a plunge pool and an outdoor
heated spa.
Tel: +61 8 8091 2578
eldeestation.com

Leconfield Jackaroo and Jillaroo School, Tamworth, New England
Leconfield teaches the skills needed to work on an Australian farm. It is the
longest running Jackaroo and Jillaroo School in Australia, located in the
beautiful rugged New England Ranges. The 11-day training program runs
regularly throughout the year catering for groups of up to 25 people who
participate in all the activities of a working sheep and cattle station. Activities
include horse riding, natural horsemanship, cattle mustering, campfire
cooking and swagging under the stars to create skilled jackaroos and
jillaroos and an experience of a lifetime.
Tel: +61 2 6769 4230
leconfieldjackaroo.com

Current as at 8 March 2018

Outback Astronomy, Broken Hill
Showcasing the vast Aussie Outback sky during a spectacular night sky
show, Broken Hill’s Outback Astronomy offers guests a view impossible to
see from a city. While stargazing guests relax in reclined comfort, snuggled
in warm sleeping bags in cooler months, with hot chocolate and binoculars, a
sky guide provides real-time commentary about the night sky, highlighting
objects with a powerful laser pointer. On Friday and Saturday night views,
powerful telescopes are provided for even more spectacular views of
celestial objects.
Tel: +61 427 055 225
outbackastronomy.com.au

Outback Beds, Outback NSW
Outback Beds is a network of accommodation providers in Outback NSW
who offer accommodation ranging from working sheep and cattle stations to
bush pubs, bed and breakfasts and motels.
Tel: 1800 005 298 (Australia only)
outbackbeds.com.au

Trilby Station, Louth via Bourke, Outback NSW
Staying with the Murray family on their historic fifth-generation, 80,000-
hectare sheep station is a great way to experience Outback NSW.
Accommodation is in air-conditioned, two-bedroom cottages where guests
can choose to self-cater or enjoy a home-cooked meal delivered to their
cottage. Activities also include birdwatching and bushwalking, fishing or
yabbying, and canoeing on the Darling River.
Tel: +61 2 6874 7420
trilbystation.com.au

Skydiving New South Wales
There are plenty of places to skydive in NSW either onto a beach, indoors or
in the countryside.
Coffs Skydivers                      iFLY Downunder (indoor skydiving)
Coffs Harbour, North Coast           Penrith, Sydney West
Tel: +61 2 6651 1167                 Tel: +61 2 4761 1800
coffsskydivers.com.au                iflydownunder.com.au

iFLY Downunder and Wild Ride         Skydive Australia
Australia - Ultimate Adrenaline      Byron Bay, North Coast
Experience                           Newcastle, Hunter
Harley ride and indoor skydive       Wollongong, South Coast
Departs Sydney or Katoomba           Tel: + 61 2 6684 1323
Tel: +61 2 9623 8338                 skydive.com.au
wildride.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

Surfing New South Wales
Visitors interested in surfing have a wide choice of surf camps, lessons,
tours or surf safety lessons from the accredited operators in Sydney and
along the NSW coast.
Australian Surf Tours                 Lets Go Surfing
Departs Sydney to Wollongong          Bondi, Maroubra and Byron Bay
Surf lessons, camps and               Surf lessons, courses, education
development courses                   stand-up paddle-boarding and
Tel: +61 428 162 640                  surf stays.
australiansurftours.com.au            Tel: +61 2 9365 1800
                                      letsgosurfing.com.au
Manly Surf School                     Mojosurf
Manly and Northern Beaches            Sydney, Spot X and Byron Bay
Surf lessons and stand up paddle-     Surf lessons, camps, courses and
boarding                              safaris
Tel: +61 2 9932 7000                  Tel: +61 2 6639 5100
manlysurfschool.com                   mojosurf.com
Surfaris                              Surf Camp Australia
Crescent Head                         Departs Sydney to Byron Bay
Surf tours and camps                  and Gerroa
Tel: +61 2 6566 0009                  Surf lessons, camps and tours
surfaris.com                          Tel: +61 2 9262 1757
                                      surfcamp.com.au

Watsons Bay Stand Up Paddling (WATSSUP)
Watsons Bay Stand Up Paddling (WATSSUP), located in beautiful Watsons
Bay in Sydney’s east, provides a range of stand-up paddling experiences
including lessons, tours and training, and can facilitate sessions for
individuals and large groups. The ocean-loving accredited instructors are
passionate about teaching guests how to paddle and to have fun on the
water.
Tel: +61 422 297 797
watssup.com.au

Sydney experiences
Sydney offers a range of exciting thrills and adventures for youth travellers;
from cycling over the Harbour Bridge, jetboating on Sydney Harbour to
diving with sharks or viewing the city from high in the sky.

Bike Tours
BlueBananas Electric Bike Tours            Bonza Bike Tours
Tel: +61 2 9114 8488                       Tel: +61 2 9247 8800
bluebananas.com.au                         bonzabiketours.com.au

Manly Bike Tours
Tel: +61 2 8005 7368
manlybiketours.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

EcoTreasures
EcoTreasures is a fully accredited ecotourism specialist providing unique
local tours on Sydney's Northern Beaches, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
and Sydney Harbour National Park. Tours include guided walks, snorkelling,
stand-up paddle-boarding, kayaking and camping experiences.
Tel: +61 415 121 648
ecotreasures.com.au

Flamin' Galah Sydney Tours
Flamin' Galah Sydney Tours offers a Home and Away Tour to Palm Beach,
also known as ‘Summer Bay’, for fans of the Australian television series.
They can also provide private tours to the Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley and
Southern Highlands.
Tel: +61 2 9977 7890
flamingalahtours.com.au

Jetboating
A high-speed jetboat ride is one of the most thrilling ways to experience one
of the world’s iconic harbours.
Harbour Jet                             Oz Jet Boating
Tel: +61 2 9566 1066                    Tel: +61 2 9808 3700
harbourjet.com                          ozjetboating.com
Sydney Jet                              Thunder Jet
Tel: +61 2 9807 4333                    Tel: +61 2 9566 1066
sydneyjet.com                           thunderjetboat.com.au

Jetpack Adventures
Jetpack Adventures is based in Penrith and the Central Coast. Guests can
take flight in the world’s newest activity and fly through the air on a jetpack.
The jetpack unit blasts hundreds of litres of water through specially designed
thrust nozzles to enable participants to fly as high as 15 metres above the
water.
Tel: +61 434 538 722
jetpackadventures.com.au

Sydney Coast Walks
Sydney Coast Walks explores Sydney Harbour and the Royal National
Park on half-, full- or multi-day private guided walks or self-guided hikes.
Walks include Coastal (Royal National Park), Watsons Bay, Bondi to
Coogee, Bradleys Head and the Spit to Manly.
Tel: +61 2 9188 7897
sydneycoastwalks.com.au

Sydney Cricket and Sports Ground Trust
The Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour is a 1.5-hour
behind-the-scenes journey through the Sydney Cricket Ground, Allianz
Stadium and the SCG Museum. The precinct is Sydney's home of sport
where international sporting heroes play cricket, rugby union, rugby league,
football, soccer and Australian Football League (AFL).
Tel: +61 2 9380 0377
scgt.nsw.gov.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

Big Bus Tours
The largest operator of open-top sightseeing tours in the world, Big Bus
Tours’ Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing formula offers a flexible approach to city
discovery with bus stops at interesting locations and attractions. Visitors can
experience the best of Sydney aboard Big Bus Sydney and Bondi Explorer
tours with commentary in eight languages and free Wi-Fi. Valid for 24 or 48
hours, the ticket allows travellers to explore Sydney’s iconic attractions at
their own pace.
Tel: +61 2 9567 8400
bigbustours.com

Sydney Tower Eye, SKYWALK
SKYWALK at the Sydney Tower Eye is a breathtaking outdoor experience
268 metres above the streets of Sydney. Visitors step out onto a glass-floor
viewing platform for unique 360-degree views over glittering Sydney as the
guide points out the sights below. Mandarin-speaking travellers also have
the chance to learn about Sydney from one of its highest vantage points via
an audio guide. SKYWALK at the Sydney Tower Eye is a member of the
Merlin Entertainments Group.
Tel: +61 2 9333 9222
sydneytowereye.com.au

TreeTop Adventure Park, The Hills & Western Sydney
TreeTop Adventure Park offers exciting climbing adventures for all ages and
abilities in a beautiful natural setting. Guests can enjoy the challenge of
making their way around the forest on the agility courses, rope bridges and
flying foxes set high in the trees. TreeTop Adventure Park is represented by
Australian Attractions.
Tel: +61 2 8251 0078 (Australian Attractions)
treetops.com.au

Blue Mountains experiences
Blue Mountains Adventure Company, Katoomba
Blue Mountains Adventure Company offers a range of nature-based outdoor
adventure experiences in the Greater Blue Mountains including abseiling,
rock climbing, canyoning, bushwalking and navigation. Half- and full-day
tours cater for a range of abilities.
Tel: +61 2 4782 1271
bmac.com.au

Blue Mountains Explorer Bus, Katoomba
This double-decker bus service visits the Blue Mountains’ main attractions in
Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls allowing visitors to hop-on and
hop-off at 29 stops every day of the year. From Sydney’s Central railway
station, visitors can travel to the Blue Mountains and join the Explorer Bus at
Katoomba station.
Tel: +61 2 4782 1866
explorerbus.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

High n Wild Australian Adventures, Katoomba
High n Wild Australian Adventures offers a range of day and overnight
activity based tours including abseiling, canyoning, rock climbing, mountain
biking, bushwalking and mountaineering.
Tel: +61 2 4782 6224
high-n-wild.com.au

Jenolan Caves Reserve Trust, Jenolan Caves
Jenolan Caves is among the oldest cave systems in the world with 11 show
caves, underground rivers and amazing rock formations. Guided tours of the
caves are available to suit various fitness levels and a range of
accommodation options are on-site. Visitor information is available in
Chinese, Korean, Indonesian and Japanese. Three hours’ drive from Sydney
Airport, the caves are located in the pristine Blue Mountains World Heritage
Area. Jenolan’s large, historic hotel features a cafe, bar, restaurant, gift
shop, function rooms and free Wi-Fi.
Tel: +61 2 6359 3911
jenolancaves.org.au

Life’s an Adventure, Katoomba
Life’s an Adventure offers a range of guided single and multi-day touring
options in the Blue Mountains including sightseeing, hiking and mountain
biking adventures. The three-day Six Foot Track walk from Katoomba to
Jenolan Caves enables visitors to explore the deep wilderness of the Blue
Mountains National Park. All equipment and camping gear is provided.
Tel: +61 2 9975 4553
lifesanadventure.com.au

Scenic World Blue Mountains, Katoomba
Less than two hours’ drive from Sydney, Scenic World is renowned for
providing the ultimate Blue Mountains adventure. Visitors can travel on the
world’s steepest incline railway, glide between cliff tops on the glass-floored
Scenic Skyway, descend into the Jamison Valley with the Scenic Cableway,
and explore Jurassic rainforest along the Scenic Walkway. Scenic World is
represented by Australian Attractions.
Tel: +61 2 8251 0078 (Australian Attractions)
scenicworld.com.au

Central Coast experiences
Australian Reptile Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
The Australian Reptile Park takes visitors on a journey into the world of
wildlife and adventure through a host of different encounters. See koalas up-
close, pat and hand-feed free-roaming kangaroos and admire some of
Australia’s most famous native animals: echidnas, wombats, cassowaries,
dingos, kookaburras, cockatoos, Tasmanian devils and crocodiles. The
attraction is one hour’s drive north from Sydney on the Central Coast of
NSW. The Australian Reptile Park and Wildlife Sanctuary offers Aussie BBQ
experience, plenty of photo opportunities and a vast range of Australian
souvenirs.
Tel: +61 2 4340 1022
reptilepark.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures, Peats Ridge
With more than 200 horses and 1214 hectares of rivers and bushland,
Glenworth Valley offers a range of horse riding, kayaking, abseiling and
quad biking tours. Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures is represented by
Australian Attractions.
Tel: +61 2 8251 0078 (Australian Attractions)
glenworth.com.au

TreeTop Adventure Park, Ourimbah State Forest
Guests can enjoy the challenge of making their way around the forest on the
agility courses, rope bridges and flying foxes set high in the trees. The
TreeTop Crazy Rider is the world’s longest and Australia’s first rollercoaster
zip line. TreeTop Adventure Park is represented by Australian Attractions.
Tel: +61 2 8251 0078 (Australian Attractions)
treetops.com.au

Port Stephens experiences
4WD Tours R Us, Anna Bay
4WD Tours R Us provides fun touring adventures showcasing the beauty
and grandeur of the Stockton Beach sand dunes, the largest sand dune
system in Australia. Located at the beautiful coastal town of Anna Bay in
Port Stephens, 4WD Tours R Us is just 2.5 hours’ drive from Sydney and 50
minutes from Newcastle. Guests can enjoy the thrill of sandboarding down
the dunes, experience a 4WD tour to ‘Tin City’ (a makeshift fishing village) or
enjoy a sunset picnic atop these vast dunes.
Tel: +61 2 4981 9352
4wdtoursrus.com.au

Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters, Bob’s Farm
Snorkel, feed or play with sharks and rays in a safe, indoor environment.
Tel: +61 2 4982 2476
sharkencounters.com.au

Moonshadow - TQC Cruises, Nelson Bay
Daily dolphin-spotting and seasonal whale-watching cruises depart Nelson
Bay either on a scheduled or private-charter basis. On the Dolphins and
Dunes tour, visitors enjoy a 1.5-hour dolphin-watch cruise, followed by a
one-hour sand boarding and quad bike tour with Sand Dune Adventures.
Tel: +61 2 4984 9388
moonshadow-tqc.com.au

Oakfield Ranch Camel Rides, Anna Bay
Guests will experience spectacular sunsets from the back of a camel riding
along Birubi Beach, at Anna Bay in Port Stephens, with Oakfield Ranch
Camel Rides. Just 2.5 hours north of Sydney and 30 minutes from
Newcastle, guests can take a 20-minute or 60-minute sunset camel ride into
the dunes of Port Stephens; the largest moving coastal sand mass in the
southern hemisphere. Camel rides suit all ages from two years and up and
personalised private tours can be arranged.
Tel: +61 429 664 172
oakfieldranch.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

Port Stephens 4WD Tours, Nelson Bay
Port Stephens 4WD Tours operates a daily Sandboarding Adventure rotating
on a continuous shuttle service as well as multiple tour departures daily. The
company has the newest and largest 4WD air-conditioned vehicle fleet as
well as local tour guides who pride themselves on offering a stand-out
experience.
Tel: +61 2 4984 4760
portstephens4wd.com.au

Port Stephens Watersports, Nelson Bay
Learn to parasail over the sparkling waters of Port Stephens.
Tel: +61 488 827 272
portstephenswatersports.com.au

Quad Bike King, Anna Bay
Four-wheel drive and quad bike tours of the Stockton Beach sand dunes.
Tel: +61 2 4965 0007
quadbikeking.com.au

Sand Dune Adventures, Williamtown
Sand Dune Adventures (SDA) offers an exclusive Cultural Quad Bike Riding
experience on the largest coastal sand dunes in the southern hemisphere,
just a short drive from Sydney in Port Stephens. Customers ride safely from
bush to beach on a 400cc quad bike, offering views of the sweeping
coastline.
Tel: +61 2 4033 8808
sandduneadventures.com.au

Southern Highlands experiences
The Bradman International Cricket Hall of Fame, Bowral
Less than 90 minutes from Sydney, in Sir Donald Bradman’s home town of
Bowral, The Bradman International Cricket Hall of Fame incorporates
innovative and interactive displays that engage and inform visitors about
Australia’s national summer sport. Fascinating memorabilia, interactive touch
screens and audiovisual displays provide hours of entertainment.
Tel: +61 2 4862 1247
internationalcrickethall.com

Farm Club Australia, Moss Vale
Located near Moss Vale in the Southern Highlands, Farm Club is a family-
owned agritourism business, featuring farmstay experiences, a cafe and a
farm shop. Farm Club produces grass-fed Angus beef, lamb, free-range pork
and eggs. Horses and working dogs as well as native wildlife are all part of
the Farm Club experience. Accommodation ranges from country homestead
and cottages to a bunkhouse. Outdoor adventures include canoeing, fly-
fishing, 4WD tours, walks and bird-watching.
Tel: +61 2 4883 4664
farmclubaustralia.com.au

Current as at 8 March 2018

North Coast experiences
Cape Byron Kayaks, Byron Bay
Cape Byron Kayaks offers fully guided, three-hour aquatic adventures so
visitors can get up close to Bottlenose dolphins, paddle the magnificent
protected bay and ride some of Australia’s most famous waves. No
experience is necessary to enjoy the tours that depart twice daily. Equipment
is provided as well as morning or afternoon tea, photos and wildlife sightings.
Whales can be spotted between May and November and if guests don’t see
dolphins during the tour, they can paddle again for free.
Tel: +61 2 6680 9555
capebyronkayaks.com

Go Sea Kayak Byron Bay, Byron Bay
Go Sea Kayak offers sea and river kayaking tours with return transfers from
Byron Bay. On the sea kayak tour, kayak up close with dolphins, whales
(seasonal) and turtles; the river kayaking tour on the Brunswick River reveals
an abundance of seabirds and wildlife.
Tel: +61 416 222 344
goseakayakbyronbay.com.au

South Coast experiences
Australian Surf Tours, Bulli
Australian Surf Tours (AST) specialises in learn-to-surf adventures that offer
a unique Australian experience through close encounters with native wildlife,
access to uncrowded beaches, amazing waves and personal attention.
Based one-hour’s drive south of Sydney on the NSW South Coast, AST
offers a range of experiences to suit every level of surfer. These include all-
inclusive, one-day surf trips, camping adventures, surf camps as well as surf
development courses at the AST Beach Motel.
Tel: +61 428 162 640
australiansurftours.com.au

Dolphin Watch Cruises Jervis Bay, Jervis Bay
Multi-award-winning cruise operator, Dolphin Watch Cruises Jervis Bay
offers a range of cruises to spot dolphins and seals all-year round and
whales (from May to November) in the pristine waters of Jervis Bay.
Specially designed vessels provide maximum comfort and unparalleled
access to seal colonies, dolphins and famous Jervis Bay landmarks
including Hyams Beach and the Point Perpendicular Sea Cliffs.
Tel: +61 2 4441 6311
dolphinwatch.com.au

Illawarra Fly Zipline Tour, Robertson
The Zipline Tour involves flying through the air using a series of cables and
navigating suspension bridges up to 35 metres above the forest floor. Entry
includes access to the Treetop Walk, creating a 2.5-hour experience.
Illawarra Fly is member of the Merlin Entertainments Group.
Tel: +61 2 4885 1010
illawarrafly.com

Current as at 8 March 2018

Jervis Bay Wild, Jervis Bay
Jervis Bay Wild’s purpose-built vessels transport passengers to view
dolphins, whales and other sea life from a new perspective. ‘Wild Essence of
Jervis Bay’ features underwater viewing windows.
Tel: +61 2 4441 7002
jervisbaywild.com.au

Kiah Wilderness Tours, Eden
Kiah Wilderness Tours specialises in guided, small-group kayak tours on a
pristine river near Eden on the NSW South Coast, three hours’ drive from
Canberra. Guests paddle past magnificent forests, explore the wilderness at
their own pace, listen to the birdsong and watch fish dart beneath their
kayak. Tours are available for two hours, half- or full-days. All tours include
qualified local guides, safety equipment and instruction for beginners, plus
delicious snacks with plunger coffee, herbal teas and juices.
Tel: +61 429 961 047
kiahwildernesstours.com.au

Merimbula Marina Ocean Adventure Tours, Merimbula
The two-hour Discovery Tour departing from Merimbula is an exhilarating
way to experience the spectacular coastline and waterways of the NSW
South Coast. As guests head north towards Tathra, in a comfortable, high-
speed vessel they see long sweeps of golden sand, magnificent headlands
and wildlife on land and in the sea. Whales are sighted September to
November with dolphins, seals and seabirds seen regularly. A maximum of
20 passengers guarantees personalised service that includes commentary
provided by the fully qualified crew.
Tel: +61 2 6495 1686
merimbulamarina.com

Region X, Batemans Bay
Region X explores the beautiful waterways of the NSW South Coast near
Batemans Bay in glass-bottom kayaks. The guided tours are suitable for
families and first time kayakers with fish and other marine creatures visible
through the see-through floor of each kayak. The guides explain the regions
history, spot wildlife and stop at remote beaches. Options range from daily
two-hour to half-day tours with sea kayak tours also available. On the two-
hour Oyster Tour visitors can learn about oysters by paddling through oyster
farms and tasting the exquisite local varieties. All kayaking equipment and
safety instruction is included.
Tel: +61 400 184 034
regionx.com.au

Snowy Mountains experiences
K7 Adventures, Jindabyne
K7 Adventures offers a range of alpine activity-based touring adventures
including walking, mountain biking, rock climbing, abseiling, caving and
photography in summer, and cross-country and alpine skiing, snow climbing
and mountaineering in winter.
Tel: +61 421 862 354
k7adventures.com

Current as at 8 March 2018

Reynella Rides, Adaminaby
A remote high-country sheep and cattle station, Reynella is the base for
multi-day alpine horseback safaris through the Kosciuszko National Park.
Experienced guides tailor the rides to guests’ interests and capabilities. All
equipment and camping gear for the trek is provided and transported.
Tel: +61 2 6454 2386
reynellarides.com.au

Services and resources for working holidaymakers
American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS)
AIFS inbound programs include work and travel in Australia, professional
internships in Australia and au pair work in Australia.
Tel: 1300 889 067 (Australia only)
aifs.com.au

Backpackers Buddy, Manly
Backpackers Buddy facilitates an easy Australian tax return process for
backpackers and runs other services to help travellers get their tax file
number, forward their mail and find jobs. They also provide immigration
advice.
Tel: +61 2 9976 6937
backpackersbuddy.com.au

Conservation Volunteers Australia
Conservation Volunteers Australia recruits volunteers to join important
environmental and wildlife conservation projects.
Tel: +61 3 5330 2600
conservationvolunteers.com.au

Job Search Australia
Job Search Australia operates a work and travel program to help tourists on
a working holiday visa find employment. Located in the Base Sydney
property, the job desk can assist working holiday makers to look for a job,
help with the set-up of a bank account, tax file number, SIM card, provide CV
advice, and assist with extended visas by arranging farm work on accredited
farms.
Tel: +61 2 9267 7718
stayatbase.com/packages/work-and-travel

Oz Intro Sydney
Oz Intro provides a range of orientation touring, introductions and services
for travellers arriving in Australia for ‘gap year’ travel or working holidays.
Packages include job search assistance and all of the necessary
arrangements for working in Australia.
Tel: +61 2 9664 7000
ozintro.com

Current as at 8 March 2018

Peterpans Adventure Travel
Peterpans Adventure Travel offers study, work and travel services to working
holidaymakers and international students. A collection of travel packages
provides ground support and a warm Aussie welcome for international tour
operators’ clients locally. A cost-effective arrival pack includes a year’s jobs
membership, tax file number, an Australian bank account, CV revision and
individual assistance for working holidaymakers. Peterpans also works
closely with local universities, English language schools and youth-focussed
organisations to increase student engagement and provide vocational
internship programs.
Tel: +61 2 6685 7226
peterpans.com

Travellers at Work
Travellers at Work is a specialist recruitment service providing Australia's
leading job network for backpackers and working holidaymakers. It includes
office work, farm work, au pair work, sales, promotions, factory work, retail,
trades and labour.
Tel: +61 2 9281 2700
taw.com.au

Ultimate Travel
Gap year and adventure specialists Ultimate Travel provides backpackers
and working holidaymakers with a range of orientation services, before and
after they arrive in Sydney. Services include arrival transfers,
accommodation, city tours, welcome dinners and job search assistance.
They also provide guided adventure holidays around NSW.
Tel: +61 2 9211 7900
ultimate.travel

Work and Travel Company
The Work and Travel Company offers a complete range of services to
visitors including airport pick up, job services, hostel accommodation, social
activities program, setting up a bank account, mobile phone SIM cards,
hostel membership, discount cards, free internet, mail holding and
forwarding services and more.
Tel: +61 2 8987 3700
worktravelcompany.com

Work n Holiday
Work n Holiday’s essential start-up kits include orientation, SIM cards, job
support, assistance to find accommodation and general advice. Services
also include multilingual personal travel advice, accommodation and
transport reservation services and tours and travel packages.
Tel: +61 2 9264 8484
worknholiday.com

WorldNomads.com
WorldNomads.com provides travel insurance for backpackers.
Tel: +61 2 8263 0400
worldnomads.com

Current as at 8 March 2018

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