10 Outdoor Activities in Blue Mountains That You Shouldn't Miss

April 26, 2022 Weston Hennigan

The Blue Mountains are named for the delicate azure haze that lingers along the region, which is actually a fine cloud of oil emitted by eucalyptus trees. The mystical mountains are a labyrinth of plateaus, gorges and gum trees. Check out the Katoomba Scenic Railway (the steepest railway in the world), the Jenolan Caves and the Giant Staircase nature walk.
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1. Australian School of Mountaineering

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Australian School of Mountaineering

Australia's leading Adventure team! ASM is based in the Blue Mountains, which is one of the world's most outstanding wilderness areas containing thousands of square kilometers of rain forest, canyons, plateaus and towering sandstone crags. If you want to experience the mountains from a totally new perspective ASM will help you do it!

2. The National Pass

Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales Australia +61 2 4757 3827 http://www.nationalpass.com.au
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The National Pass

Reviewed By janegY5176OH - Armidale, Australia

We walked as a family of 2 adults and our kids age 16 and 14, setting off from the Wentworth Falls picnic area and completing the circular trail in a clockwise direction. The walk is challenging in places, so there is a level of fitness required in order to enjoy. 'Slack Stairs' wasn't as bad as it was made out to be I felt. The infrastructure was secure, though some of the paths along the bottom were a bit rough. We walked at a steady pace and thoroughly enjoyed the walk which took us 3 hours.

3. Blue Mountains Adventure Company

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Blue Mountains Adventure Company

Just 90 minutes west of Sydney lies one of nature's most magnificent creations, the World Heritage area of the Blue Mountains. Endless stretches of sandstone cliffs, dramatic waterfalls and hidden canyons, a landscape of stunning natural beauty. It provides a fantastic environment for the thrilling adventure activities of abseiling (rappelling), canyoning, rock-climbing and hiking - a lifetime's worth of adventuring is to be had in Sydney's backyard!check out our website for the best fun you can have in Sydney: your next Blue Mountains Adventure!

4. High and Wild Australian Adventures

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High and Wild Australian Adventures

We're the Blue Mountains Canyoning, Abseiling and Rock Climbing specialists! Join us on an adventure you'll never forget in the stunning Blue Mountains near Sydney, NSW. Our experienced guides take small group tours to the best locations in the Mountains for half- and full-day Canyoning, Abseiling and Rock Climbing adventures, and we also run an overnight Bush Survival course. We cater for beginners through to experienced outdoor adventurers and hold all of the relevant qualifications and licenses. We've been operating since 1989 and have a 100% safety record. We're also the only adventure tour provider offering accommodation packages. Why not make the most of your Blue Mountains visit and stay overnight? We're based in Katoomba in the upper Blue Mountains, a short 90 minute drive from Sydney or a 2 hour scenic train ride from Central Station.

5. Eagle Rock Adventures Pty Ltd

Cnr Violet Street and Cliff Dr, Katoomba, New South Wales 2780 Australia +61 1300 957 919 http://eaglerockadventures.com.au/#/canyoning/4579842817
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Eagle Rock Adventures Pty Ltd

Reviewed By JeanG27 - Sydney, Australia

The Sydney Harbour sunrise kayak tour was a very memorable experience. James was a great guide and made sure we all had fun, enjoyed the views and stayed safe. I am a local and have never experienced Sydney like this - Highly recommended!

6. Trees Adventure Grose River Park

200 Springwood Road Yarramundi, Richmond, New South Wales 2753 Australia +61 2 4776 1226 [email protected] http://treesadventure.com.au/grose-river-park/
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Trees Adventure Grose River Park

Trees Adventure is Australia's premier Treetop Adventure experience. At our Grose River park you will have all the familly from 4 to 75+ swinging, leaping, climbing and flying through the forest from 2 to 25 meters up in the trees allowing thrill seekers and nature enthusiasts to experience the trees like never before. Come in and spend 2 hours choosing from 8 courses with over 110 challenges including 19 flying foxes! Bookings are essential! Open Tuesday - Sunday, 9am - 5pm. Closed on Mondays but will be open during School and Public Holidays.

Reviewed By 546kelt

We were able to complete 4 course runs in the 2hrs allocated.Very friendly crew helped us select the right course for kids 8 & 9 years old,Kids loved the challenges & the zip lines were their favourite! There are drinks and hot snacks eg chicken nuggets available. We will be back!

7. Blue Mountains Glow Worm Tours

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Blue Mountains Glow Worm Tours

Take an exhilarating night-time tour into a hidden Blue Mountains Glow Worm Canyon! Turn off the lights and immerse yourself in a fascinating world of bio-luminescent discovery and wonder. Join a small, personal tour group and embark on a nocturnal adventure into a world of glowing lights. Walking through the bush, feel the excitement build as first glimpses of the Glow Worms can be spotted through the trees. Climb down to the bottom of an ancient sandstone canyon and follow its twists and turns to the main Glow Worm viewing area. In this natural amphitheater, sit and wait in silence as thousands of Glow Worms begin to appear like stars around you. Listen to your experienced guide recount stories of the early colonial era sightings of Glow Worms in the Blue Mountains. Learn all about Glow Worms, their life-cycles and interesting behaviors during an interactive biology lesson. Ask your own questions to discover the truly bizarre and unique details - including HOW and WHY they glow!

8. Blue Mountains Guides

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Blue Mountains Guides

Blue Mountains Guides offers tailor-made, flexible, private tours of the Blue Mountains area from two people to large corporate groups. With us you travel like a local and get off the beaten track - options include guided short walks or full day hikes in stunning locations, rainforest walks, vehicle touring to amazing sights, canyoning, abseiling and sunset dinners with wild kangaroos. Your experience will be designed in consultation with our staff. We offer the most comprehensive tours in the Blue Mountains and our local guides know the area inside out. Join us for a truly memorable and unique experience in this Heritage listed wonderland.

9. Grand Canyon track

Evans Lookout Road, Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales Australia +61 2 4787 8877 http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/Walking-tracks/Grand-Canyon-track
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Grand Canyon track

Reviewed By MrButterfly2014 - Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

The Grand Canyon Loop is just over 6km long, This Grand Canyon Walk was a true bushwalking adventure, with wonderful views, vibrant rainforest, waterfalls, creek crossings, impressive sandstone walls and massive rock overhangs. Whilst it had some very steep sections both climbing down into the ravine and later climbing out, the track itself was very well maintained and had countless stunning views along the way. However the last forty minutes or so climb up the canyon wall to the top edge was very tough going but finally we got to Evans lookout which did not disappoint, wiith breathtaking views across the immense Grose Valley. After a further 30 minutes, we reached our cars for a well earned sit down. Well worth a visit..

10. Blue Mountains Biking Adventures

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Blue Mountains Biking Adventures

Blue Mountains Biking Adventures has been operating since 2012 in the Blue Mountains. Check out all our amazing reviews!!! About US: We are a Mountain Bike Hire and Mountain E-Bike guided tour service that gives you the opportunity to explore the pristine natural beauty of the Sydney Blue Mountains, a UNESCO world heritage listed area with a fully guided or self-guided mountain bike experience. With a massive network of trails on offer, there are rides to suit all levels of fitness and experience. If you can ride a bike, you can ride a mountain bike! For 2019, we have now replaced and upgraded our bike fleet. We have also added Mountain E-Bikes which allows nearly anyone to ride a bike without any real fitness. Also new, is our fully-guided E-Bike tour service which is in addition to our amazing self-guided concierge hire service. These can be customized and available for private charter. There's only 1 way you want to see our colourful and amazing Blue Mountains....BY BIKE!!

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