Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey
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Based on 92 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey worth booking?
Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey is a 7-hour experience in Sydney, Australia, from $326 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 92 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (92)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $326 per person
Meet koalas, kangaroos and discover pretty waterfalls as you journey through the bays, beaches and bushland of the Central Coast. Kick off the day at an award‑winning wildlife park where a ranger leads you to get up cl
What you get
About this experience
Meet koalas, kangaroos and discover pretty waterfalls as you journey through the bays, beaches and bushland of the Central Coast. Kick off the day at an award‑winning wildlife park where a ranger leads you to get up close to a fluffy koala for a quick pat. Wander among kangaroos as they bound past looking for a friendly feed and pat. Encounter dingoes, wallabies, echidnas, a Tasmanian devil, wombat, emus, parrots and a saltwater crocodile. Step into Australia’s only venom centre for a thrilling look at the snakes and spiders that call Australia home. Relax beside a hidden waterfall surrounded by red gums and banksias—an ideal place to feel worlds away. After lunch, explore blue lakes, beaches and sweeping headlands looking for giant pelicans. Wrap up the adventure with a scenic train ride back to Central Sydney through pretty forests and across the Hawkesbury River. Book a visit to a distillery for flavoured gin, and winery for fruit wine using the separate available option.
What's included
Included
- Private Tour with Personalised Service
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Air conditioned van with large windows for great viewing
- Admission to wildlife park with koala experience and kangaroo feeding
- Admission to National Park, quaint waterfalls with a chance to see local birdlife
- Scenic train ride through national parks, meandering creeks, rivers and urban areas back to Sydney
Not included
- Tips
- Please bring your own water or drink bottle
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Completed in 1932 driving over the 'coathanger' is a must and connects Sydney with North Sydney and the stunning lower north shore. One of the world's most famous bridges.
Pass by without stopping
Hawkesbury River
Drive over the Moonee Moonee Bridge and the grand Hawkesbury River - the gateway to the Central Coast of NSW. This region is famous for its pearl oysters, Sydney Rock Oysters and Pacific Oysters.
Pass by without stopping
Australian Reptile Park
Enjoy all the unique Australian animals at this renowned wildlife park. Spend time up close with cute, fluffy young koalas, hand feed kangaroos and see wallabies, tasmanian devils, wombats, dingoes, echidnas and platypus. Spend some free time to yourselves with a huge crocodile, Australian snakes and spiders, on a must visit experience.
110 minutes here · Admission included
Discover Australian native banksias, tea tree, mountain devils, spider flowers, scribbly gums and grass trees on a wonderful stroll through an Australian National Park. Relax by some waterfalls and look for the inquisitive Eastern Water Dragon, Lace Monitor and Eastern Whipbirds. Depending on time, complete a longer loop walk to another hidden waterfall.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Point Clare
Drive by a coastal lagoon brimming with hundreds of sailing boats, fishing boats and the quaint waterside towns of Point Clare, Tascott and Koolewong.
Pass by without stopping
Woy Woy
Seek out the Australian pelican - the largest pelican in the world, sweeping it's bill searching for fish. Get up close for some amazing pictures as local fisherman bring in their catch.
15 minutes here
Ocean Beach
Gorgeous Ocean Beach overlooks the Central Coast's Broken Bay to Lion Island - a remote penguin colony. Time permitting take an optional stroll on the sand dipping your toes in the sparkling water.
Pass by without stopping
Umina Beach
The beautiful surf break of Umina and South Umina Beach can be viewed from both beachside and above as we ascend up Mount Ettalong.
Pass by without stopping
Mount Ettalong Lookout
Surround yourself around the peculiar Sydney Red Gum and its twisting branches on this short pleasant walk that overlooks Pearl Beach, one of the Central Coast's prettiest beaches. Keep an eye out for the laughing kookaburra and native brush turkey. Time permitting drive down to Pearl Beach for a quick walk looking for colourful seashells.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Central Railway Station
Return back to Sydney's Central Train Station on a scenic and relaxing public train ride from the Central Coast. Travel through the stunning Brisbane Water and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Parks via pretty waterways and over the iconic Hawkesbury River Bridge. A delightful return to Sydney avoiding the rush hour traffic.
75 minutes here · Admission included
Distillery Botanica
Available as an Optional Stop: Visit an award-winning gin distillery for flavoured and botanically infused gins. Try some interesting styles and and meander through their herb gardens.
35 minutes here · Admission included
Firescreek Fruit Wines
Available as an Optional Stop: Sample interesting and delicious fruit wine at a fruit winery on the Central Coast. Try blueberry, pear, strawberry, lemon and orange wine, amongst other seasonal fruits with a chance to stroll their gorgeous grounds.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The tour concludes with a scenic train ride back to Sydney's Central Station located near George and Pitt St, Sydney.
Options you can book
Koalas, Kangaroos and Train
Scenic Train Journey : Return back to Sydney's Central Station via the Brisbane Water National Park over the iconic Hawkesbury River Railway Bridge Pickup included
Fruit Wine and Gin Tasting
Fruit Wine and Gin Tasting: Sample botanical infused gins at a distillery and blueberry, lemon & strawberry wines amongst other fruits at a fruit winery Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Personalised Sydney Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 92 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
92 verified traveler reviews for Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Pet a koala!
It was a great experience to be able to actually pet a koala and feed the kangaroos! Ben is very personable and thoroughly enjoyed the trip.
Response from the operator: Hi Patricia and Robin, Thanks for participating and getting in and having so much fun on our wildlife tour. The koalas are super soft with three layers of fur so it's always lovely being able to pat them on our ranger-led encounter. Hope to meet you and any friends visiting Sydney again. Regards, Ben
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic Tour!
Ben did a fantastic job as my guide. Great insight and everything was perfectly timed. Would highly recommend.
Response from the operator: Hi Darren, Thanks for a great day out on the Central Coast mate. Loved meeting you and hopefully next time I can take both you and your wife on a couple of day trips - you would totally dig the South Coast and the Blue Mountains! Keep in touch. Ben
via Tripadvisor
Big adventures await!
This tour was full of adventure! We got up close with koalas, kangaroos, emus and crocodiles. We saw numerous beautiful beaches with the bluest water. We hiked down to a waterfall. Lunch was great! Then took a train back to Central Station. Ben was a fabulous tour guide! He was funny, knowledgeable and personable. We highly recommend this tour with Ben.
Response from the operator: Thanks for your nice words Alice and Mike! Is always enjoyable interacting with Australian wildlife on a beautiful day on the sunny Central Coast just north of Sydney. I'm glad you had an interesting experience and be great to see you both on another adventure again. Regards, Ben
via Tripadvisor
Avoid the Crowds and See Australia!
This experience was like having a friend pick you up at your hotel and take you for an insider look of the area. Ben picked us up in the morning for a lovely drive to the wildlife park. He kept us all engaged the entire drive and when we arrived at the park, we were greeted by a Naturalist holding a baby alligator. It was a solid start! Ben walked us around the park where we saw a Komodo Dragon, dingo pups, tortoises, crocodiles, and kangaroos, to name a few. He took us for a private encounter with a baby koala and her handler.. it was a highlight for sure. Ben left us to explore with a set meet up time and we were off to a National Park close by. We hiked in and quickly saw a large petroglyph then continued down the path and over rocks learning about The Bush along the way. There were waterfalls, birds, gentle, flat rocks to walk across, and a gorgeous scenery. We left there and drove to the bay and watch penguins, had a great lunch, drove up to stunning views of the ocean, then off to the train station for a relaxing journey back to Sydney. We were all very happy with our trip. Never rushed, always engaged, and we made a new friend. Ben was the best, truly.
Response from the operator: Hi Susan, Mike and family, Was such a wonderful day meeting you all and exploring the Central Coast of NSW including koalas and kangaroos. Thanks for your nice words and a day of fun conversation and laughs. Be great to meet you all again next time you're visiting. Best regards, Ben Barry
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic Tour with Ben!
We had an amazing experience exploring Sydney thanks to Ben! Ben was friendly, knowledgeable, and made every stop interesting with great stories and local insights. The tour was well-paced, organized, and Ben was always happy to answer questions and share recommendations for places to eat and visit afterward. Ben's enthusiasm and professionalism made the day both enjoyable and memorable. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Sydney. Thank you, Ben, for such a fantastic experience!
Response from the operator: Hi Daniel, Angelina and Venetta, It was great meeting you on not just this Koala and Kangaroos tour, but also the Australian Sheep Farm Experience with Aussie sheep dog, cow milking, whip cracking and a tractor ride. It was fabulous sharing a piece of our beautiful country in the two days we were together and hope you can all return for some more memorable moments. Many thanks, Ben Barry
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $326 to $1135
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 32
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sydney.
How much does Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey cost?
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Prices start at $326 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sydney usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sydney is not rushed.
Is Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 92 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sydney, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey?
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Around 32 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sydney can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sydney and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sydney within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sydney?
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On Outty we rank every Sydney experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive, Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide, Blue Mountain Small Group Tour All Inclusive. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sydney?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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