Top 5 hikes and walks in Australia

Bondi to Bronte

It’s no wonder this walk has been rated as one of the world’s most picturesque walks, as it will have you gazing across beautiful beaches, parks and spectacular views. This unique walk includes Bondi, Tamarama and Bronte Beach plus a medium gradient cliff-top path from Bondi to Tamarama, with occasional seating and several staircases.

The beachside parks offer picnic shelters, coin-operated barbecues, play areas, kiosks, toilets and change-rooms. Good for short walks or a day trip, this walk will show you the best of Sydney’s coastline.

Ocean Baths - Bondi Beach

                                                                                           

Cradle Mountain, Tasmania

On a walk through Cradle Mountain you are able to witness the wild landscape of Australia’s natural beauty at its best. This area is one of the most popular natural areas in Tasmania, and for good reason. A part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, Cradle Mountain’s jagged contours, ancient rainforest, alpine heathlands, buttongrass and the colours of the deciduous beech provide a range of environments to explore. 

The park contains an extensive network of walking tracks to suit everyone's tastes. Walks through Cradle Mountain are good for day trips and short walks (under 2 hours).

Cradle Mountain - Tasmania

Kimberley’s

If you want to explore the Kimberley’s, then head to Purnululu. This World Heritage listed park contains the famous Bungle Bungles, which is seen as one of the scenic jewels of outback Australia. Famous for its 45 000 hectare range, walks through the Purnululu will reveal natural formations that are millions of years old. You will see huge banded beehive structures, sandstone cliffs and towers. On the northern side of the Bungle Bungle range is Echidna Chasm. This unspoiled scenic area is considered as one of Australia’s most amazing walking destinations and is relatively easy going. 

Walks can be done in a day or you can camp overnight depending on the season.

Purunululu National Park - Bungle Bungles

Blue Mountains

There are so many amazing bushwalking tracks to explore throughout the stunning World Heritage listed Blue Mountains region. There are walks for all ages and fitness levels. The Blue Mountains boasts one of the most complex track systems of any national park in Australia. Dating from as early as 1825, many of the constructed tracks have national, state and regional significance, and several are named to commemorate significant periods or events in our history.

While walking the Blue Mountains you can hike down the Giant Stairway past the Three Sisters, retrace the route of early mountain explorers or check out the recent discovery of the prehistoric Wollemi Pine.

Three Sisters - Blue Mountains

Victoria

There is an extensive network of tracks and trails around Victoria’s High Country where you can admire the stunning scenery of Victoria’s highest peaks. Alpine National Park is Victorias largest National Park. One of the Parks most impressive features is Bryces Gorge, which is reached via a 7.5 km excellent family walking trail, providing good views of the gorge and also of two waterfalls along the route. 

When walking along the panoramic alpine plains around Falls Creek, or trek along Mount Buffalo’s walking tracks, make sure you keep an eye out for kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, possums or falcons.

Another fantastic day walk is around the coastline of Victoria - particularly Great Ocean Road. Short walks (under 1 hour) to day walk are available, along stunning coastline, rugged cliffs and sandy beaches.

Hiking in Victoria

Top 5 things to see in Sydney

Opera House

The Sydney Opera House can be viewed from the harbour, The Sydney Tower Eye and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The Opera House offers one hour tours half hourly from 9am – 5pm which can be combined with a back stage tour, performance, Sydney highlights seaplane, Taronga zoo admission and a three course dinner. Take to the water and you will receive uninterrupted views of the ‘sails’ of the Opera House. Choose from coffee cruise, high tea, weekend breakfast cruise, top deck lunch or a sunset dinner cruise. For a signature dining experience join the Captain’s Club Dinner and enjoy the city lights. For the most exhilarating view of all join BridgeClimb Sydney and head to the top of the Harbour Bridge.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

There are picturesque views available from all around the Harbour, from Mrs Macquarie’s chair, Circular Quay and the Rocks. For a high view, why not enjoy the views from the revolving Summit restaurant and Orbit Lounge bar? For a glance from a speeding jet, join Jet Boat Thrill Ride for a massive lap of Sydney Harbour full of spins, speed and slides. Lastly, is the impressive North Sydney Olympic Pool, set adjacent to Luna Park it offers a unique view of the underside of the bridge (see image below).

Bondi Beach

Arguably the most iconic beach in Australia, this inner city suburb offers eclectic dining, boutique shopping, Sunday Markets and great surf. For the chance to spot a celebrity (while getting the best views of the beach) visit Icebergs Dining Room and Bar. If you visit in the morning why not pop into Speedo’s (overlooking the beach) for brunch, or dine at one of the many cafes along Beach Road. You can work off the food with a hike around the rocks to Coogee Coastal Walk via Bronte; or taking in a few laps at Icebergs ocean pool. If you are wanting a little adventure join Lets Go Surfing for a surf lesson!

Wildlife

The city caters for well for visitors seeking the local wildlife. Within 12 minutes of the city you can visit an aquarium, wild life precinct and zoo. Darling Harbour is home to Wild Life Sydney and Sydney Aquarium, where you can spot platypus, little penguins, sharks and stingrays. Taronga Zoo is a short scenic trip across the harbour by ferry and offers Australia’s unique wildlife plus the world’s most exotic animals.

The Rocks

Nestled under the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge is the oldest area of the city. The Rocks is a area of historic buildings, hidden laneways and old world charm. The restored precinct offers interesting boutique and designer stores with a splattering of pubs and cafes. Get lost in the old walkways or browse the The Rocks Markets every Saturday and Sunday.



North Sydney Olympic Pool