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NPWS guided tours of country NSW

Join us on a guided tour in one of our country or inland NSW national parks. Our NSW National Parks team run regular tours so you can learn about our unique birdlife in swamps and marshes, or discover the stars on a dark skies tour in Warrumbungle National Park.

If you wanted to venture further into the outback you could book a tour with an NPWS Aboriginal guide to explore Mungo lunette (Walls of China) or Mutawintji National Park.

Most tours are family-friendly so everyone can enjoy a great day in our parks.

Kids with a ranger enjoying a Discovery tour. Credit: Simone Cottrell/RBG © Simone Cottrell/RBG

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View of mountains and rock formations from Spirey View Trail in Warrumbungle National Park. Photo: Simone Cottrell/RBG © Royal Botanic Gardens

Boots and brushes - guided walk and art tour

Tap into your creativity on a 6km guided walk with a Discovery ranger in Warrumbungle National Park. Create your own personal artwork inspired by the iconic mountain landscape at Spirey View lookout.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Tour time: 8:30am to 1pm

27 May

Tour time: 1pm to 5:30pm

3, 10, 17, 24 June
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July
5, 12 August

Where

Warrumbungle National Park in Country NSW

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'Deep Space' - the night sky over Warrumbungle National Park, filled with stars and constellations. Photo: B Heaton © the photographer

Explore the Dark Sky

Experience the wonders of the night sky at Warrumbungle National Park, near Coonabarabran. It's Australia’s first officially accredited Dark Sky Park.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

July

2, 4, 7, 11, 18, 25 July 2025
July tours run 6pm to 7.30pm. Meet at 5.45pm.

August

1, 8 August 2025
August tours run 6.30pm to 8pm. Meet at 6.15pm.

Group tours available on request.

Where

Warrumbungle Visitor Centre, Warrumbungle National Park

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Walk on the wild side tour Warrumbungles. Photo: Leah Pippos © DPE

Walk on the wild side at the Warrumbungles

Join an experienced Discovery Ranger and explore the beauty of Warrumbungle National Park. This tour is designed to bring your senses alive as you explore the sights, sounds and smells of this beautiful area.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

2pm to 4pm tours:

3, 10, 17, 24, 31 July 2025
7 and 14 August 2025

Group tours available on request.

Where

Wambelong Nature walking track, Warrumbungle Visitor Centre, Warrumbungle National Park

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Discovery ranger guiding visitors on Dawsons Spring nature trail in Mount Kaputar National Park. Photo: Rochelle Eather © DCCEEW

Nandewar guided nature stroll

Join a Discovery ranger on a guided nature stroll through Mount Kaputar National Park. Learn about the Kaputar pink slug and other local birds and animals along Dawsons Spring nature trail.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: Available on request.
4 and 16 July 2025, 10am to 12pm
Where: Dawsons Spring nature trail, Mount Kaputar National Park
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NPWS guide Pilliga Forest. Photo: Robert Cleary © DPE

Pilliga rambles tag-along tour

Join us on this unforgettable 4WD tag-a-long tour through the rugged and unspoiled beauty of the Pilliga Scrub, near Baradine. You’ll hear captivating stories from our Discovery ranger on this exclusive day exploring the heart of Pilliga National Park.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Available on request.

Thursday 10 April, and Wednesday 23 April 2025.

Tuesday 8 July and Wednesday 9 July 2025.

Time: 9am to 2pm.

Where

Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre, Pilliga National Park

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Discovery guide at Sandstone Caves walking track. Photo: Leah Pippos and John Spencer &;copy DCCEEW

Pilliga Sculptures and cave convoy tour

Embark on a captivating car convoy tour through the rugged beauty of the Pilliga Forest, renowned for its striking landscapes and rich wildlife.

Price: Fees apply. Free park entry.
When: 3 and 11 July 2025, 9am to 2pm.
Where: Pilliga National Park in Country NSW
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An NPWS guide leads children along Sandstone Caves walking track, Pilliga Nature Reserve. Photo: John Spencer ©DPIE

Sandstone Caves cultural tour

Join this unique walking tour led by an experienced Gamilaraay guide. They’ll share their knowledge about the rich Aboriginal heritage of the Pilliga Forest.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

Friday 11, Thursday 17, Wednesday 23 and Friday 25 April. Friday 9 May 2025, 10am to 12pm.

Saturday 7 June, Friday 4 and 11 July and Monday 4 August 2025, 2pm to 4pm.

Where

Sandstone Caves walking track, Pilliga Nature Reserve

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Tara Cave walking track, Warrumbungle National Park. Photo: Matthew Piper. © DPE

Tara Cave cultural tour

Join this guided tour led by a local Aboriginal Discovery ranger. Discover the cultural heritage in the land of the Gamilaraay, Wiradjuri and Wailwan people in Warrumbungle National Park, near Coonabarabran.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

9, 15 and 21 April, 13 May and 10 June 2025, 10am to 12pm

2, 8 and 15 July and 5 August 2025, 2pm to 4pm

Where

Tara Cave walking track, Warrumbungle National Park

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Hikers enjoying country views over a winding creek along Platypus Rock walking track in Werrikimbe National Park. Credit: Josh Smith © Josh Smith/DCCEEW

50th anniversary event for Werrikimbe National Park

Join us and celebrate the 50th anniversary of Werrikimbe National Park from the grounds of Mooraback cabin on 18-19 October 2025. Free festivities include Ranger-guided walks, speeches, celebratory cake, and a delicious lunch.

Price

Free park entry.

When

The 50th anniversary event takes place from 5pm Saturday 18 October through until 5pm on Sunday 19 October 2025.

*This event has been delayed from March to October 2025 due to weather condtions.

Where

Werrikimbe National Park in North Coast, Country NSW

Person standing knee deep in Macquarie Marshes, looking up through binoculars to do some birdwatching. Photo: Nicola Brookhouse © DPE

Macquarie Marshes wading and nature walk

Wade and walk through vibrant wetlands during this rare opportunity to experience Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve, near Warren, up close.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

1, 3, 8, 9, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 October 2025.

Tour time: 9.30am to 12pm.

Where

Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve, Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve in Outback NSW, Country NSW

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Mutawintji cultural tour

Join this special tour in Mutawintji National Park in the NSW outback and hear Aboriginal guides share their connection to their Country.

Price

Fees apply. Free park entry.

When

Tours run daily between Wednesday and Sunday.
Tours run 7 days a week during school holidays.
No tour 5 July 2025.

Tour time: 10am to 2.30pm EST. Please note the time difference between Mutawintji Eastern Standard Time and Broken Hill Central Standard Time.

Where

Mutawintji National Park in Outback NSW

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Visitors enjoy a guided tour of the lunette-like landscape in Mungo National Park. Credit: Aaron Davenport/DCCEEW © Aaron Davenport

Mungo lunette guided tour

Take a guided tour of Mungo lunette (Walls of China) with an NPWS Aboriginal guide. It's one of the most spectacular outback landscapes in NSW and a must-do when visiting Mungo National Park.

Price

Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.

When

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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NPWS guided tours of country NSW

Book your event or tour

Boots and brushes - guided walk and art tour

Explore the Dark Sky

Walk on the wild side at the Warrumbungles

Nandewar guided nature stroll

Pilliga rambles tag-along tour

Pilliga Sculptures and cave convoy tour

Sandstone Caves cultural tour

Tara Cave cultural tour

50th anniversary event for Werrikimbe National Park

Macquarie Marshes wading and nature walk

Want to go further? Outback NSW tours

Mutawintji cultural tour

Mungo lunette guided tour

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