International student tour: Grand Canyon
Blue Mountains National Park
Overview
Experience this magnificent rainforest environment in the Blue Mountains National Park. Descend into a special slot canyon, past creeks and waterfalls, and learn about local wildlife along the way.
- Where
- Grand Canyon track, Blue Mountains National Park
- Time suggested
- 4hrs 30min
- Grade
- Hard. There are many stairs along this tour. Reasonable fitness is required.
- Price
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Cost is based per ranger, with a maximum 20 students per ranger Monday to Friday. Surcharges apply on weekends and public holidays. Teachers and escorts free.
- Meeting point
- Neates Glenn carpark. Evans Lookout Road, Blackheath.
- What to
bring - Sturdy shoes, suitable clothing, sunscreen, drinking water, raincoat, snacks
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone (02) 4784 7301 or email Blue Mountains Discovery Coordinator.
- Availability
- Available on request, 7 days per week. Minimum group booking 10 students. Maximum 100 people.
- Please note
Suitable for international study tour groups: high school and university students
Blackheath’s Grand Canyon is an iconic walking track in the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. On this 4.5hr bushwalk we’ll descend deep into the phenomenal ‘slot formation’ canyon. You'll be surrounded by sheer cliffs, lush ferns and ancient rainforest. Every metre we descend represents roughly 1 million years in geological time. You’ll explore waterfalls and creeks at a relaxed pace and see how water has carved out a subterranean stream over time. Discover the history of this heritage track, and learn about local Australian wildlife that reside here. Immerse yourself in the changing and spectacular landscapes along the way.
This special walk requires a reasonable degree of fitness. Wear sturdy enclosed shoes and practical walking clothes. Remember to bring a camera and pack extra water and a hat.
Operated by
- Katoomba office
- 02 4784 7300
- BlueMtns.Education@environment.nsw.gov.au
Park info
- in Blue Mountains National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and Country NSW regions
Blue Mountains National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. Some parts of the park close overnight; details are provided for specific attractions.
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day applies only at attractions in the Glenbrook area.
Buy an annual pass.-
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
02 4787 8877
Contact hours: 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day. - End of Govetts Leap Road, Blackheath NSW 2785
- Email: bluemountains.heritagecentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Blue Mountains Heritage Centre
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- Glenbrook office
02 4720 6200 Infoline
Contact hours: Entry station is only open on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. - Blue Mountains National Park, Bruce Road, Glenbrook NSW 2773
- Email: npws.hawkesburynattai@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Glenbrook office
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- Richmond office
02 4588 2400
Contact hours: Monday to Friday , 9.30am to 4pm. - Bowmans Cottage, 370 Windsor Street, Richmond NSW 2753
- Email: npws.hawkesburynattai@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Richmond office
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- Oberon office
02 6336 1972
Contact hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm. - 38 Ross Street, Oberon NSW 2787
- Email: npws.kanangra@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Oberon office
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