Kids’ and family activities

An NPWS ranger and a young woman and man look at the Gondwana circle map on the ground, Dorrigo National Park. Photo: 'And the trees’ Photography © NPWS

Dorrigo rainforest ranger-guided tour

Experience the rainforest like never before, on a ranger-guided walk through World Heritage-listed Dorrigo National Park. It's only 1hr from Coffs Harbour, but you'll feel worlds away.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Daily from Tuesday 2 January to Saturday 20 January 2024. No tour on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Tour times: 9.30am to 10am; 10.30am to 11am; 11.30am to 12pm.

Where

Dorrigo Rainforest Centre, Dorrigo National Park

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Ranger Matt crouching beside a log to show the fungi growing on it, Dorrigo National Park. Photo: Jane Grebert. © DPE

Dorrigo rainforest Aboriginal cultural tour

These school holidays, bring the family to this tour in Dorrigo National Park, near Coffs Harbour. Gumbaynggirr Ranger Matt will share his language and culture as he guides you through the rainforest.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When: Wednesdays 27 December 2023, 10 January, 17 January and 24 January 2024. 9.30am to 11am.
Where: Dorrigo Rainforest Centre, Dorrigo National Park
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Children in the forest with an NPWS ranger guide, Dorrigo National Park. Photo: Louise Walpole © NPWS

Dorrigo kids’ nature play: 5 to 12 years

Looking for something for the kids to do these school holidays? Join us for a fun tour in Dorrigo National Park, near Coffs Harbour. Kids aged 5 to 12 years can reconnect with nature through play.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When: Wednesday 17 January and 24 January 2024, 10am to 11.30am.
Where: Dorrigo Rainforest Centre, Dorrigo National Park
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An Indigenous education ranger shares her local cultural knowledge of the rainforest. Photo: Karina Davila-Otoya ©DPIE

Sea Acres Aboriginal cultural tour

Join this ranger-guided Aboriginal cultural tour along the rainforest boardwalk in Sea Acres National Park. You’ll go on a unique journey of discovery and learning.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

17 November and Friday 15, 22 and 29 December 2023, 10am to 11.30am.

Friday 5 and 19 January and Friday 2 and 16 February 2024, 10am to 11.30am.

Where

Sea Acres Rainforest boardwalk, Sea Acres National Park

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Aboriginal education ranger sharing her cultural knowledge of Sea Acres Rainforest. Photo credit: Karina Davila-Otoya. © DPIE

Sea Acres Aboriginal coastal tour

Take a walk to Shelly Beach in Sea Acres National Park on this Aboriginal ranger-guided activity. Discover bush tucker and medicine in the rainforest as you learn about Birpai culture.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Friday 17 November and Friday 15, 22 and 29 December 2023, 2pm to 3.30pm. Friday 5 and 19 January and Friday 2 and 16 February 2024, 2pm to 3.30pm.
Where: Sea Acres Rainforest Centre, Sea Acres National Park
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Visitors and ranger examine strangler vine, along Sea Acres Rainforest boardwalk. Photo: John Spencer © OEH

Sea Acres rainforest boardwalk tour

If you’re near Port Macquarie, come along to this unique ranger-guided tour in Sea Acres National Park. You’ll enjoy a walk under the lush canopy of this rare and spectacular coastal rainforest.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Wednesday 3 January, 10 January, 17 January and 24 January 2024

Tour times: 10am to 10.40am; 11am to 11.40am; 12pm to 12.40pm

Where

Sea Acres Rainforest boardwalk, Sea Acres National Park

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Smoky Cape Lighthouse tour

Walk alongside an NPWS ranger on an intimate tour of Smoky Cape lighthouse, the tallest lighthouse in NSW. Take in the stunning coastal scenery, in your own small group.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Tour dates:

Second Saturday of every month. Additional school holiday dates: Wednesday 3 January, 10 January, 17 January and 24 January 2024.

Tour times: 8.30am, 9am, 9.45am, 10.15am, 11am and 11.30am.

Each tour runs for 30 minutes. Arrive at least 10 mins before your tour starts, to give yourself time to walk up to the lighthouse.

Where

Smoky Cape Lighthouse, Hat Head National Park

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Sunset above the Trial Bay Gaol walls, Arakoon National Park. Photo: Carolyn McPhee © DPIE

Trial Bay Gaol twilight tour

Explore Trial Bay Gaol by twilight with an NPWS guide by your side. Discover what life was like for prisoners as you watch the sun set in beautiful Arakoon National Park, South West Rocks.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Friday 3 November, 1 December, 22 December, 29 December 2023, 5.30pm to 7pm

Friday 5 January, 12 January, 19 January, Thursday 25 January and Friday 2 February 2024, 6.30pm to 8pm

Where

Trial Bay Gaol, Arakoon National Park

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View through bars at Trial Bay Goal. Photo: Kim Payne Photography © DPE

Trial Bay Gaol: Life behind bars kids tour

Come along and find out what life behind bars was really like for the prisoners at Trial Bay Gaol, in Arakoon National Park near South West Rocks. Explore the gaol on this action-packed family tour.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Monday 8 January, 15 January and 22 January 2024.

Wednesday 3 January, 10 January and 17 January 2024.

Tour time: 4.30pm to 6pm.

Where

Trial Bay Gaol, Arakoon National Park

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The Dudley Beach rock shelf at low tide, showing tree stumps from the fossilised forest, Glenrock State Conservation Area. Photo: John Spencer © DPE

Junior ranger: Glenrock coastal adventure tour

These school holidays, join us for an adventure at Dudley Beach in Glenrock State Conservation Area, near Newcastle. Discover the fossilised forest on the rock platforms there.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Friday 5 January and Wednesday 17 April 2024, 9.30am to 11.30am.
Where: Dudley Beach, Glenrock State Conservation Area
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Arial shot of The Ruins campground in Booti Booti National Park, between Wallis Lake and Seven Mile Beach. Photo credit: John Spencer © DPIE

Junior ranger: Booti Booti coastal adventure tour

Join us for a Junior ranger adventure, as we traverse the shores of Seven Mile Beach. Walk alongside a Discovery Ranger to find out what plants and animals live here, and how they survive in this magical environment.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Tour dates: Wednesday 10 January, Friday 19 January, Friday 19 April, Friday 12 July and Thursday 10 October 2024.

Tour time: 10am to 12pm.

Where

The Ruins campground and picnic area

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Walkers on Tomaree Coastal walk near Boat Harbour, Tomaree National Park. Photo: John Spencer © DPE

Junior ranger: Tomaree coastal adventure tour

Be guided by a NPWS Discovery ranger on this bush to beach adventure in Tomaree National Park.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Tour dates: Thursday 11 January, Friday 26 April, Thursday 18 July and Wednesday 2 October 2024.

Tour time: 9.30am to 11.30am.

Where

Tomaree National Park in North Coast

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Wingham Brush Nature Reserve, grey headed flying fox. Photo: NSW Government

Junior ranger: Wingham Brush wildlife walk

Walk alongside a NPWS Discovery Ranger and explore a vibrant life under the canopy of subtropical rainforest at Wingham Brush Nature Reserve.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Tuesday 9 January and Tuesday 23 April 2024, 10am to 12pm.
Where: Wingham Brush boardwalk, Wingham Brush Nature Reserve
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Kids explore a coastal ecosystem with NPWS Discovery rangers. Photo: Rosie Nicolai/DPE

Junior ranger: Bouddi coastal adventure tour

Embark on an outdoor adventure with a NPWS discovery ranger these school holidays. You’ll explore coastal bushland and scan the horizon for marine wildlife in Bouddi National Park, near Gosford.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When: Tuesday 9 January 2024, 9.30am to 12pm.
Where: Bouddi coastal walk, Bouddi National Park
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A NPWS ranger and 2 park visitors take in the view from a coastal lookout in Tomaree National Park. Photo: John Spencer © DPE

Tomaree coastal walking tour

Explore Tomaree National Park’s spectacular coastline and discover incredible Australian wildlife on this guided walk.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Thursday 18 January and Friday 19 April 2024, 9.30am to 11.30am.
Where: Tomaree National Park in North Coast
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Sand and rock pools in foreground, with headlands and view of the coast against a blue sky in background. Photo: John Spencer © DPE

Ocean rockpool nature tour: Glenrock

Discover the amazing world of rockpools along the shores of Merewether and Burwood Beach, on this 2hr tour in Glenrock State Conservation Area, near Newcastle.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Friday 19 January 2024, 9am to 11am and Friday 26 April 2024, 3pm to 4pm.
Where: Glenrock State Conservation Area in North Coast
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NPWS Discovery rangers and a group of kids playing in the sand at the beach. Photo: Rosie Nicolai/OEH

Junior ranger: Wyrrabalong coastal adventure tour

Join a junior ranger adventure on the Central Coast these school holidays. You’ll explore tidal rockpools and make nature art in Wyrrabalong National Park.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Friday 19 January 2024, 9.30am to 12pm.
Where: Bateau Bay Beach picnic area, Wyrrabalong National Park
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An Aboriginal ranger leading a tour. Photo: Adam Hollingsworth ©DPIE

Blue Gum Hills Aboriginal cultural tour

Join an Aboriginal ranger on a cultural journey you won’t forget in Blue Gum Hills Regional Park, near Minmi. Bring the kids along to enjoy this outstanding tour.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Wednesday 10 January, 24 April, 17 July and 9 October 2024, 10am to 12pm.
Where: Blue Gum Hills Regional Park in North Coast
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Views of lush green headland from the the Coastal walking track in Wyrrabalong National Park. Photo: John Spencer/DPE

Wyrrabalong coastal walking tour

Discover one of the Central Coast’s most beautiful walks on this guided tour in Wyrrabalong National Park. The 6km hike features coastal forest, sandy beaches and spectacular clifftop views.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Tuesday 16 January and 16 April 2024, 9.30am to 12.30pm.
Where: Wyrrabalong National Park in Sydney and surrounds
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A grey-headed flying fox hanging from a tree branch. Photo: Jaime Plaza © Botanic Gardens Trust

Wingham Brush twilight tour

Experience the magic of Wingham Brush Nature Reserve at twilight. Soak in breathtaking scenery as we meander along the boardwalk while the sun sets over a canopy of flying foxes.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Wednesday 17 January and Friday 19 April 2024, 7pm to 9pm.
Where: Wingham Brush Nature Reserve in North Coast
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A NPWS Aboriginal Discovery ranger teaching a child abut traditional tools. Photo: Adam Hollingworth/DPE

Glenrock Aboriginal cultural tour

Join an Aboriginal Discovery ranger on a cultural journey you won’t forget in Glenrock State Conservation Area, near Newcastle. Connect with this beautiful country and listen to cultural stories as on you walk on the lands of the Awabakal people.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Tour dates: Friday 12 January, Thursday 18 April, Thursday 11 July and Thursday 3 October 2024.

Tour time: 10am to 12pm.

Where

Glenrock State Conservation Area in North Coast

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Family walking over a footbridge in the forest on a tour of Copeland Tops with a ranger. Photo credit and copyright: Destination NSW

Copeland Tops twilight tour

Experience the magic of Copeland Tops at twilight. Explore Hidden Treasure track and the historic buildings of Mountain Maid gold mine on this evening tour near Gloucester.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Tours run on the first Friday of the month.

Tour times:

7pm to 9pm (October 2023 to March 2024)
6pm to 8pm (April to September 2024)
7pm to 9pm (October to December 2024)

Where

Mountain Maid gold mine, Copeland Tops State Conservation Area

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Walkers enjoying view from the rock platform at Tomaree National Park. Photo: John Spencer © DPE

Ocean rockpool nature tour: Tomaree

Discover the amazing world of rockpools along the rocky shores of Fishermans Bay on the Tomaree National Park coastline. See what you can find below the surface, not far from Nelson Bay.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Friday 5 January 2024, 9am to 11am. Friday 12 January 2024, 3.30pm to 5.30pm. Thursday 18 April 2024, 10am to 12pm.
Where: Tomaree National Park in North Coast
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Kids looking through a grate with a torch at Mountain Maid Gold Mine on a Discovery tour. Photo credit and copyright: Destination NSW

Junior ranger: Mountain Maid gold mine tour

Step back in time this school holidays and uncover the hidden treasures of Mountain Maid gold mine at Copeland Tops.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Tour dates: Thursday 11 January, Thursday 18 January, Thursday 18 April, Tuesday 16 July and Thursday 10 October 2024.

Tour time: 10am to 12pm.

Where

Copeland Tops State Conservation Area in North Coast

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Family enjoying a guided tour of Mountain Maid gold mine. Photo: Destination NSW © Destination NSW

Mountain Maid gold mine tour

Step back in time and uncover the hidden treasures of Mountain Maid gold mine in Copeland Tops State Conservation Area. Discover historic buildings and pan for gold on this tour in the rainforest.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Tours run every Wednesday and Saturday, 10am to 12pm
Where: Mountain Maid gold mine, Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
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Copeland cultural connections tour. Photo: Adam Hollingsworth © DPIE

Copeland Tops Aboriginal cultural tour

Join an Aboriginal guide on a cultural tour you won’t forget! Discover the traditional lands of the Worimi and Biripi people in the foothills of Barrington Tops at Copeland Tops State Conservation Area.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Tuesday 9 January 2024, 10am to 12pm
Where: Copeland Tops State Conservation Area in North Coast
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Aboriginal tool, didgeridoo and boomerang. Photo: Cherie Shanks/OEH

Aboriginal games for kids: Blackheath

Looking for a fun-filled kids’ activity these school holidays? Learn to play a range of Aboriginal games at the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, near Blackheath.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Wednesday 10, Monday 15 and Tuesday 23 January 2024, 10am to 12pm. Meet at 9.45am.
Where: Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, Blackheath area
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A yellow and black bee sitting on a yellow wattle plant with green wattle leaves in background. Photo: Rosie Nicolai

Bush alive: The buzz on bees

Buzz along to the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre in Blackheath these school holidays and learn about our wonderful native bees.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Wednesday 3 and 17 January 2024, 10am to 12pm. Meet at 9.45am.
Where: Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, Blackheath area
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Sugar glider resting on a branch. Photo: Pavel German © DPE

Katoomba Spotlight tour

Shh! What was that? Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Join our National Parks Discovery Ranger, for an exciting expedition under the stars. We'll discover the amazing creatures of the night on this easy 2hr tour.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Friday 5, 12 and 19 January and Thursday 25 January 2024, 8pm to 10pm. Meet at 7.45pm.
Where: Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
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Cups of paint on fabric. Photo: Dylan Jones © DPIE

Exploring Aboriginal art group workshop

Gather a group of friends or family and learn about the connection between Aboriginal art at this hands-on workshop in Blue Mountains National Park.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Available on request, 7 days per week.
Where: Katoomba area
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Blue Mountains water skink, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: Geoff Swan © DPIE

Leaping lizards: Blackheath

Do you love lizards? Join in the reptile fun at Blackheath in Blue Mountains National Park. You’ll get to explore their habitat and find out how you can help to protect our reptiles.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Tuesday 9 and 16 January and Monday 22 January 2024, 10am to 12pm. Meet at 9.45am.
Where: Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, Blackheath area
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Junior ranger adventure at Blackheath, Blue Mountains National Park. Photo: John Spencer © DPIE

Junior ranger: Navigation adventure at Blackheath

Become a junior ranger this school holidays, on this fun orienteering tour at Blackheath. You'll learn some useful navigation skills along the way.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Thursday 4, 11 and 18 January and Wednesday 24 January 2024, 10am to 12pm. Meet at 9.45am.
Where: Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, Blackheath area
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A tour group inside a large cave chamber at Jenolan Caves. Photo: Jenolan Caves/DPE

Jenolan Caves guided tours

Book in for a tour of Jenolan Caves, in the Oberon area. Whether you're staying at the caves or visiting from the Blue Mountains or Sydney, it's worth the trip to see the world's oldest cave system.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Each tour and package starts and ends at different times. Visit the Jenolan Caves website for further information.
Where: Jenolan Karst Conservation Reserve in Sydney and surrounds
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Sustainable toolkit tour: Blue Mountains

Immerse yourself in the meaning, traditions and connections of Aboriginal culture during this hands-on session at Blue Mountains National Park.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Available on request 7 days a week
Where: Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
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Gumaraa Aboriginal cultural tour – Killalea

Join NPWS in partnership with Gumaraa Aboriginal Experience, for an authentic Indigenous insight into Killalea Regional Park.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Thursday 18 January 2024, 10.30am to 12.30pm
Where: Killalea campground
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Teacher's hands demonstrating the start of weave, Bournda National Park. Photo: Jessica Bray © the photographer

Traditional weaving workshop: Killalea

Join this weaving workshop at Killalea Regional Park these school holidays. It's a great introduction to Aboriginal culture. You'll have the privilege of being taught by a senior Aboriginal NPWS guide.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Thursday 11 January 2024, 10.30am to 12.30pm
Where: Killalea Regional Park
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A woman and man helping a child to fly a kite. Photo: Simone Cottrell © DPE

Killalea forest flyers kite workshop

If you’re staying at Killalea campground these school holidays, sign up for this fun kite-making workshop, close to both Shellharbour and Kiama. It's great for kids aged 5 years and over.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Thursday 4 January and 25 January 2024, 10.30am to 12pm
Where: Killalea campground
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Rainforest fruits and seeds. Photo: Simone Cottrell © Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust

Finding food in the rainforest: Aboriginal cultural tour

Learn from the world’s oldest living culture these school holidays on an Aboriginal cultural tour in Minnamurra Rainforest. You’ll discover bush tucker and medicine in Budderoo National Park, near Kiama.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When: Tuesday 9 January 2024, 10.30am to 12.30apm.
Where: Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, Budderoo National Park
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Gumaraa Aboriginal cultural tour – Minnamurra

Join NPWS and Gumaraa Aboriginal Experience, for an authentic Indigenous tour at Minnamurra Rainforest on the NSW south coast.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When: Monday 15 January 2024, 10am to 12pm.
Where: Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, Budderoo National Park
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Jersey Cave

Step back in time on a guided tour of Jersey Cave. You’ll be awed by some of the most colourful and diverse decorations at Yarrangobilly Caves in Kosciuszko National Park.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
Where: Yarrangobilly area in Kosciuszko National Park in Snowy Mountains

Jillabenan Cave

Take a fascinating guided tour of Jillabenan Cave. It's the smallest and most accessible of the Yarrangobilly Caves in Kosciuszko National Park, but it's packed with incredibly delicate formations.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
Where: Yarrangobilly area in Kosciuszko National Park in Snowy Mountains

Yarrangobilly Caves, Kosciuszko National Park. Photo: Murray Vanderveer

South Glory Cave

Take a leisurely self-guided tour through the lofty chambers of South Glory Cave at Yarrangobilly, near Tumut. It never fails to astonish.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
Where: Yarrangobilly area in Kosciuszko National Park in Snowy Mountains

A mountain pygmy-possum nestled in the palm of someone's hand. Photo: John Spencer © DPE

Mountain pygmy-possum adventure

Treat the kids to a day of adventure in Kosciuszko National Park these school holidays. You’ll explore the habitat of one of Australia’s cutest endangered critters – the mountain pygmy-possum.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Tour dates: Thursday 21 December and Thursday 28 December 2023; Thursday 4 January, Thursday 11 January, Thursday 18 January and Thursday 25 January 2024; Wednesday 17 April and Wednesday 24 April 2024.

Tour time: 10am to 12pm.

Where

Kosciuszko Education Centre, Thredbo-Perisher area

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The grassy banks of Sawpit Creek in Kosciuszko National Park. Photo: Murray Vanderveer © OEH

King of the streams: Kosciuszko National Park

Learn about a native fish species on the brink of extinction on this family-friendly guided tour in Kosciuszko National Park. You’ll hear the survival story of the critically endangered stocky galaxias and might even spot one in the wild.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Tour dates: Wednesday 27 December 2023; Tuesday 2 January, Tuesday 9 January, Tuesday 16 January and Tuesday 23 January 2024; Tuesday 16 April and Tuesday 23 April 2024.

Tour time: 10am to 12pm.

Where

Kosciuszko Education Centre, Thredbo-Perisher area

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Walkers on the Porcupine walk, which has wildflowers in bloom, Kosciuszko National Park. Photo: Elinor Sheargold © DPE

Porcupine Rocks walk

These school holidays, bring the kids on this 5.7km, family-friendly guided walk in the Perisher area of Kosciuszko National Park. See how many alpine wildflowers you can spot and photograph.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Tour dates: Friday 22 December and Friday 29 December 2023. Friday 5 January, Friday 12 January, Friday 19 January and Saturday 27 January 2024.

Tour time: 9am to 1pm.

Where

Porcupine walk, Thredbo-Perisher area

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Walls of China, Mungo National Park. Photo: John Spencer/NSW Government

Mungo walk the Walls of China tour

When you visit Mungo National Park, take a tour to the Walls of China guided by an NPWS Aboriginal ranger. It's one of the most spectacular outback landscapes in NSW.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Available on request.

Tours run most days. Dates and times are displayed when making an online booking.

Tour takes 2 hours. Meet behind Mungo Visitor Centre 15 minutes before the start of the tour.

Where

Mungo National Park in Murray-Riverina

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Two kids take part in a nature play activity. Photo: Rosie Nicolai © OEH

Junior ranger: Royal National Park

Discover Royal National Park these school holidays as a newly-appointed Junior Ranger. This interactive guided activity is designed for children aged 6 to 12 years.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Tour dates: Tuesday 9 January and Thursday 11 January 2024. Tuesday 16 January and Thursday 18 January 2024

Tour times: 9.30am to 11am. Meet at 9.20am.

Where

Ironbark Flat picnic area, Royal National Park Visitor Centre, Royal National Park

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Child and NPWS ranger examine a map. Photo: John Spencer © DPE

Junior ranger: Bradleys Head

These school holidays, join this fun guided tour at Bradleys Head Amphitheatre, in Sydney Harbour National Park. Become a junior ranger and learn about the great work done by NPWS rangers.

Price: Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When: Wednesday 10 January and Thursday 18 January 2024, 11am to 12.30pm. Arrive 10mins before the tour starts.
Where: Bradleys Head – Booraghee Amphitheatre, Sydney Harbour National Park
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A family takes a walk along the beach next to Bonnie Vale picnic area in Royal National Park. Photo: Simone Cottrell/OEH

Little lyrebirds: Royal National Park

Discover the local ecosystems of Sydney’s Bonnie Vale, on this guided tour for kids aged 4 to 15 years.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Tour dates: Tuesday 9, Thursday 11, Tuesday 16 and Thursday 18 January 2024.

Tour time: 12.30pm to 1.30pm. Meet at 12.20pm.

Where

Bonnie Vale picnic area, Royal National Park

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Barrenjoey Lighthouse, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Photo: David Finnegan

Barrenjoey Lighthouse tour

Enjoy a Barrenjoey Lighthouse tour any Sunday afternoon. It stands at Sydney's northern-most point. The views of Broken Bay, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the mighty Pacific are unforgettable.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Tours generally run every Sunday. Exceptions below.

Additional school holiday tour dates: Friday 12 January, and Friday 19 April 2024.

Tour times: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm. Tours run for 30 mins.

No tours on: Sunday 24 December 2023 (Christmas Eve), Sunday 31 December 2023 (New Year’s Eve), or Sunday 31 March 2024 (Easter Sunday).

Where

Barrenjoey Lighthouse, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

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Aerial view of Bare Island and the fort, Kamay Botany Bay National Park. Photo: S Cohen/OEH

Bare Island Fort guided tour

Join this guided tour to hear about the unpredictable history of Bare Island Fort at La Perouse. We'll cross a 130-year-old wooden bridge and enter a world of fine engineering and great deception.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Tour generally runs every Sunday. Exceptions below.

Tour times: 1.30 to 2.15pm, 2.30 to 3.15pm and 3.30 to 4.15pm.

Additional school holiday tour dates:

2023: Friday 22 December, Saturday 23 December, Friday 29 December, and Saturday 30 December.

2024: Friday 5 January, Saturday 6 January, Friday 12 January, Saturday 13 January, Friday 19 January, Saturday 20 January, Friday 19 April and Saturday 20 April.

No tours on: Sunday 3 December 2023, Sunday 4 February 2024, Sunday 31 March 2024 and Sunday 7 April 2024.

Where

La Perouse area in Kamay Botany Bay National Park in Sydney and surrounds

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