Blue Mountains Sunset and Wildlife Tour from Sydney
Overview
This 10.5-hour afternoon-to-evening tour takes you from Sydney to the Blue Mountains for guided bushwalks, waterfall views and a sunset at the Three Sisters. Travelling by an air-conditioned midi-coach with onboard Wi-Fi, you stop to look for wildlife, walk to Wentworth Falls and enjoy the golden hour at the lookouts after the day crowds have left. National park entry fees are included, and commentary is in English. It suits couples, families with older children and anyone who prefers a late start.
Highlights
- Afternoon start with sunset views over the Blue Mountains
- Guided bushwalk to a lookout over Wentworth Falls
- Echo Point and the Three Sisters in the late afternoon light
- A chance to see Australian wildlife in its natural habitat
- Entry fees to the national parks included
- Air-conditioned midi-coach with onboard Wi-Fi
- Experienced local driver and guide with English commentary
Full Description
Blue Mountains sunset tour from Sydney
Most Blue Mountains day trips leave early and reach the lookouts when the light is harsh and the crowds are at their peak. This tour does the reverse: it leaves around midday, so you arrive in the mountains in the afternoon and stay until sunset, when the valleys fill with golden light and the day visitors have gone. For many people it is the best way to experience the Blue Mountains from Sydney.
The departure time is affected by daylight saving and changes through the year, so that the group reaches the lookouts for the sunset itself. The booking panel shows the start time for your date, and you return to Sydney in the evening.
Wentworth Falls and the bushwalk
Wentworth Falls is one of the most impressive waterfalls in the Blue Mountains, dropping almost 190 metres in stages into the Jamison Valley. Your guide leads a scenic bushwalk of about an hour along the edge of the valley, with views over the falls and the surrounding forest, and explains the plants and animals on the way.
The walk is guided and unhurried, but it is a real walk, with steps and uneven ground, so wear sturdy shoes; open-toed shoes and high heels are not allowed. People asking whether the Blue Mountains are worth visiting in the afternoon often find the softer light on the waterfall the best part of the day.
Echo Point, the Three Sisters and Lincoln's Rock
Late in the afternoon the tour reaches Echo Point, the main lookout for the Three Sisters, three sandstone pillars linked to an Aboriginal Dreaming story. Your guide chooses lookouts to suit the evening light, with views across the Jamison Valley, Mount Solitary and the Ruined Castle.
The tour usually finishes the viewpoints with a sunset stop at Lincoln's Rock, a rocky ledge near Wentworth Falls with a wide outlook. It is a peaceful setting for photographs as the sky changes colour. Check the day's forecast, because clear evenings give the best sunsets, and bring a warm jacket.
Wildlife, transport and practical details
With the day tour crowds gone, dusk is a good time to see Australian wildlife, and the tour includes stops where kangaroos and other animals are often seen in their natural habitat. Sightings are never guaranteed, but the guide knows where to look. National park entry fees are included, and the coach has air-conditioning and Wi-Fi.
The meeting point is in central Sydney, confirmed after booking; hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Extra meals and snacks are not included, so eat before you leave or buy something on the way. Adults and teenagers from age 13 use the adult ticket, and children under 6 are not suitable.
Itinerary
- Meet in central SydneyGather at the meeting point around midday; the exact location and time are on your voucher.
- Wildlife stopStop for a short visit to look for wildlife on the way to the mountains.
- Glenbrook breakTake a short break of about 30 minutes before entering the national park.
- Wentworth Falls bushwalkWalk for about one hour to lookouts over the waterfall and valley.
- Echo Point and the Three SistersVisit the lookout and see the Three Sisters in the late afternoon light.
- Lincoln's Rock at sunsetWatch the sunset over the valley before the drive back to Sydney.
What's included
- Entry fees to national parks
- Guided bushwalks through scenic landscapes
- Chances to spot Australian wildlife in its natural habitat
- Experienced local driver and knowledgeable guide
- Nature-based commentary in English
- Air-conditioned midi-coach with onboard Wi-Fi
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Additional meals and snacks
Not suitable for
- Children under 6 years
- Wheelchair users
- Travellers with a low level of fitness
- Anyone in open-toed shoes or high heels, or with a mobility scooter
- Travellers who need hotel pickup, as this is not included
Meeting point
The tour meets at a point in central Sydney, and the exact location and time are shown on your voucher after booking. The tour usually starts around midday, but the time changes with daylight saving to match the sunset. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
Important information
- Wear comfortable, closed shoes; high heels and open-toed shoes are not allowed.
- Bring a jacket, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a daypack and a reusable water bottle.
- Departure time changes with daylight saving, so check your voucher.
- Children aged 17 and under must be with an adult, and unaccompanied minors are not allowed.
- Not suitable for children under 6 or for wheelchair users and mobility scooters.
- Extra meals and snacks are not included.
- The tour runs in most weather, but check the forecast for sunset visibility.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Blue Mountains sunset tour cost?
The price depends on the date and the ages of your group. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for adults and children.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. You meet at a point in central Sydney, with the exact location and time shown on your voucher.
Are national park fees included?
Yes, entry fees to the national parks are included.
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts about 10.5 hours, starting around midday and returning in the evening.
Is the tour suitable for children?
It suits children aged 6 and over with an adult. Children under 6 are not suitable, and minors must be accompanied.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
You can if the date shows as available in the booking panel.
What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable closed shoes, a jacket, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and a water bottle. It gets cool after sunset.
Will I see wildlife?
The tour includes stops where wildlife is often seen at dusk, although sightings are not guaranteed.
How is this different from the day tours?
It starts around midday, so you reach the mountains in the afternoon and stay for sunset, after the day crowds have left. Day tours leave early and do not include a sunset.
