New South Wales

Experience the breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of Sydney, whilst scaling the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge on BridgeClimb’s original Climb experience. Feel on top of the world as you journey to the peak of an Australian icon, as your expert Climb Leader shares stories and enjoy the sights of the Harbour and the City skyline that surround you.

One of the most exclusive islands of Australia, Lord Howe Island is where you head for when looking to leave the chos of daily city life behind. This world heritage listed island is where you can find solitude mixed with a bit of the local life, as you pamper yourself to the untouched beauty of the island. You also get to indulge yourself with some amazing food and wine when staying at Capella Lodge or the Arajilla Retreat.

When in Sydney you would be welcoming the New Year earlier than the rest of your gang around the world. The best way to celebrate New Year’s in Sydney is by watching the fireworks from one of the vantage points on the Sydney Harbour. Enjoy your dinner on a Sydney Harbour Cruise and watch the harbour burst into life as the midnight fireworks go off. You could always watch a Gala Performance at the Sydney Opera House followed by the fireworks and dinner at Bennelong or the Opera Bar.

Byron Bay is one the most authentic beaches of New South Wales. The pristine northern climate and multiple breaks create ideal surf conditions, making it a haven for locals, surfing legends, artists and many celebrities. Feel the freedom and the power as you catch the waves on your surfboard propelling through the ocean. The experts at ‘Let’s Go Surfing’ deliver fantastic surf experiences for the first timers or otherwise. Come and join in the fun and adventure of surfing in some of the best waves in the world.

Thredbo, Australia’s Best Ski Resort, an award winning destination from the World Ski Awards for six years running. So why not explore Thredbo this winter from sunrise to après. The winter season runs from June long weekend until October long weekend, conditions permitting. Thredbo offers the best skiing and snowboarding in Australia. Even if i is your first time, Thredbo is the perfect place to learn how to ski and snowboard plus enjoy an awesome winter holiday experience! The Advanced will find endless on and off piste challenges, powder bowls and natural features.

The best time to go whale watching, does vary depending on the migrations direction, June/July when the whales are travelling north is a great time to get out and about, we have great sightings at this time of year. For the most part you have to travel to the outside of Jervis Bay giving you a chance to enjoy the very impressive view of the spectauclar Sea Cliffs protecting Jervis Bay. Often whales are accompanied by travelling pods of oceanic dolphins. On the southern migration September and October are fantastic times to join the cruise. Many of the sightings during this time are INSIDE Jervis Bay when the mothers and the calves relax, rest and sometimes even play! Which is an absolute delight for all!

Quad biking through the largest sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere’s. Well isn’t that worthy of being on the list of things to do in New South Wales! Embrace the adrenaline rush and get revved for a Quad Bike Tour like no other on the incredible Stockton Sand Dunes reaching heights of over 30 metres. You can join a cultural tour where you will learn about indigenous culture and traditional foods. Ride from bush to beach and take in the glorious views of the sweeping coastline.

Nothing can prepare you for the physical joyride of this skydive. Ride the salty breeze from up to 15,000 feet above sea level carving towards the pristine New South Wales coastline. The only beach skydive on offer in the Greater Sydney vicinity, there’s no topping the trip from the sky onto Wollongong’s North Beach. Get your head in the clouds. Let the butterflies flutter. This skydive will start a fire inside you that can never be put out! When you start to tumble out of the sky, you know immediately the feeling is unbeatable. Irresistible. Something you will need to taste again and again. With Wollongong waiting to catch you below, the experience is even better.

The Bondi to Coogee walk is one of Sydney’s most quintessential experiences. The coastal walk between two of Australia’s popular beaches is a 6km (3.7mi) track that takes you through stunning beaches such as Tamarama, Bronte and Clovelly, and offers panoramic views over the east coast shore. You’ll also come across ocean baths, the tranquil Gordon’s Bay and many brilliant beachside cafes. Plus, don’t miss the world’s biggest outdoor sculpture exhibition, Sculpture by the Sea, that returns to the coastal track each spring.

The Cape Byron lighthouse track in Byron Bay will take you on a coastal journey through rainforest, grasslands and beaches, as you slowly make your way up to the lighthouse. The loop track runs 3.7km (2.3mi), with a combination of boardwalk and bush tracks. Keep your eye out for dolphins, turtles, and whales. Be sure to take an Instagram worthy picture standing at the most easterly point of the Australian mainland. Tip – the view from Byron Bay lighthouse over the ocean is pure magic during the golden hours of sunrise or sunset.