School excursion
Exploring the rainforest - Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
Stage 1 (Years 1-2), HSIE, Budderoo National Park
Overview
Explore the natural features of the beautiful Minnamurra Rainforest in Budderoo National Park on this school excursion for Stage 1 (Years 1-2) students focusing on HSIE. Compare some of the built features and investigate the ways in which people interact with this environment.
Read more about Exploring the rainforest - Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
This location offers visitors a rare opportunity to view rainforest that once covered vast areas of the Illawarra region. Minnamurra Rainforest is particularly special because of its diversity of rainforests types, and the range of wildlife that exists within a relatively small area.
For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers
Stage | Stage 1 (Years 1-2) |
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Learning area | HSIE |
Student outcomes |
GE1-1. Describes features of places and the connections people have with places GE1-2. Identifies ways in which people interact with and care for places GE1-3. Communicates geographical information and uses geographical tools for inquiry |
Objectives |
Students will:
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Excursion details
- When
Weekdays during school terms.
- Availability
- Guided. Available on request.
- Where
- Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, Budderoo National Park
- Duration
- 1hr 45min
- Grading
- Easy. Classroom presentation and guided walk through the rainforest.
- Price
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Minimum $300 per group for up to 25 students, $12 per student (includes GST)
- Accessibility
- Easy
- Meeting point
- Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
- Booking
- If you would like to organise a NPWS school excursion please get in touch with local staff or use the 'Enquire' link for the online form.
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/education/stage-1-hsie-exploring-rainforest-budderoo-national-park/local-alerts
Operated by
- School excursion inquiries - Minnamurra Rainforest Centre
- 02 4236 0469
- minnamurra@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 02 4236 0393
- Budderoo National Park, Minnamurra Falls Road (Tourist Drive No.9), via Jamberoo NSW 2533
Park info
- in Budderoo National Park in the South Coast and Country NSW regions
Budderoo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. The park gates at Minnamurra Rainforest Centre open at 9am and close at 5pm every day.
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Park entry fees:
$12 per vehicle per day only in the Minnamurra Rainforest area. Bus or taxi: $4.40 per adult and $2.20 per child.
Buy annual pass.
Info for teachers
All the practical information you need to know about Exploring the rainforest - Minnamurra Rainforest Centre.
Program outline
- Welcome, introductions, safety briefing and acknowledgement
- Classroom presentation
- Group discussion and question time
- Guided walk through rainforest
- Optional self-guided walk to waterfall
Getting there and parking
Minnamurra Rainforest Centre is located in the foothills of Jamberoo Valley, west of Kiama on the NSW South Coast. To get there from Jamberoo, drive west on Jamberoo Road and turn left onto Jamberoo Mountain Road. Take the first right onto Minnamurra Falls Road, and you’ll find Minnamurra Rainforest Centre about 3km along to the end of the road.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Car and bus parking is available at Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, including designated disabled spots.
Note that coach bookings are essential prior to arrival.
What to bring
Please wear fully enclosed shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, wet weather gear, and lunch which should be low waste with a refillable water bottle. Students should bring gear in a backpack or similar (not plastic bags).
Maps and downloads
Risk assessment and risk benefits
Our rangers and guides have the technical skill and experience to assess the risks and the benefits of a variety of activities delivered as part of our learning programs.
We believe in including opportunities that allow students to learn and experience for themselves through exploration in the natural environment.
Please make your own risk assessment based on the information provided. Detailed potential risks and controls are provided for the site to assist teachers in risk management planning. Teachers and carers should be aware of, and consider the needs, abilities and medical conditions of students when visiting this site. The supervision of students remains the responsibility of the teacher. The school must ensure an adequate number of adult supervisors are present.
Accessibility
Disability access level - easy
This area is wheelchair accessible. Access to the picnic area, cafe and first 500m of the loop walk is assisted access. Please let us know in advance if you are bringing someone with special needs so that we can plan accordingly.