Trip Overview

Australia’s largest capital city does not feature highly as a hiking destination. However, it is certainly worth a visit, with beautiful beaches, fantastic food and wine, and some of the world’s most recognisable attractions. This trip will combine Sydney with an area we have not yet been to – the Central Coast of New South Wales.

You can do the entire trip, or only Part 1 or Part 2. Note that Part 1 has the ability for you to choose to arrive and leave when you like. However, Part 2 is a bit more limited, in that you have to pay the costs as stipulated by YHA Bushwalking which covers all of Part 2.

Part 1 involves a selection of day hikes in and around Sydney including some urban hikes in famous Sydney locations. Travel will be a mixture of bus, train, tram and taxi.

Part 2 involves a selection of day hikes further afield to the Central Coast, generally involving an hour or so of driving from our base in Gosford. We have hired mid-sized cars (such as Toyota Camrys) for part 2.

To obtain the detailed trip flyer, please contact the leader using the “Enquiry” button, below.

Accommodation

Part 1: SYDNEY

You need to book your own accommodation in Sydney. We suggest the Sydney Central YHA. however you can stay anywhere you like, but we recommend somewhere in the vicinity of the YHA. If you wish to share with others, please contact the leader using the Enquiry button below and the leader can put you in touch with those interested.

Part 2: CENTRAL COAST

We have booked two large share houses for Part 2 in Gosford. Each share house has multiple bedrooms and the usual facilities you would expect for a share house. There will be one or two persons per bedroom (mostly one). The accommodation cost is included in the trip price for part 2.

Once the accommodation booked by the club in Gosford is filled, we may offer additional places for part 2 to those who wish to book their own accommodation, however you will still need to pay your share of hire car costs for part 2.

Itinerary and Walk Descriptions

Thursday 17 April; Arrive in Sydney

Travel to Sydney by your chosen means and settle in to your accommodation.

Friday 18 April: Sydney Urban Hike

Around the harbour and gardens; 16 kms, 6-7 hrs, Easy-Medium

A spectacular walk starting from Springwood in the Blue Mountains; 13.5 kms, 4 hrs, Medium

Monday 21 April: Eastern Sydney

We walk through Sydney’s famed Eastern suburbs, finishing at Coogee Beach; 17 km, Medium

Tuesday 22 April: Rest Day and Travel

Part 1 of the trip ends. We travel to Gosford to begin Part 2!

Friday 25 April: Ku Ring Ai Chase National Park

Salvation Creek, Elvina Bay and Lovett Bay Loop; 13 kms, 4.5 hrs, Easy-Medium

Return home at your leisure or travel on further if you wish.

Transport

Part 1: SYDNEY

Travel to Sydney: Flights are the best way to travel to Sydney – Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin and Rex all offer services. You can take the train or drive if you wish.

To/from the walks: We will use public transport or taxi. Click on this link to see how to pay for public transport: Best Ways for Visitors to Pay.

Part 2: CENTRAL COAST

Travel from Sydney to Gosford: From Sydney Central it’s an hour and 20-30 minutes by train. Check the trip planner on this website: NSW Transport.

To/from the walks: We will use hire cars booked by the club. The hire costs are included in the trip price for part 2. There will be extra hire car costs during the trip such as fuel.

Travel home from Gosford: Best way would be to take the train back to Sydney domestic airport and fly home.

Booking

Booking is required for this trip. Please indicate what similar walks you have done recently (i.e. in the past few months) to give the leader confidence that you are capable of doing this trip. Refer to Walking Grades which, in conjunction with the walk descriptions, will help you assess whether you have the required walking fitness and experience to do these walks.

The Leader will confirm your acceptance on the trip, or not, via email.  The leader provide further details closer to the trip.

By booking into this event you acknowledge that you agree to abide by our Code of Conduct.

Trip Price:
Whole Trip – Members:  $575 + Booking fee (nil) = $575.
Whole Trip – Non-members: $575 + Booking fee ($12) = $587.

Part 1 Only – Members:  $0 + Booking fee (nil) = $0.
Part 1 Only – Non-members: $0 + Booking fee ($12) = $12.

Part 2 Only – Members: $575 + Booking fee (nil) = $575.
Part 2 Only – Non-members: $575 + Booking fee ($12) = $587.

The trip price for part 2 includes accommodation in Gosford and hire cars. All other costs are your own.

Payment:
Members and non-members are required to pre-pay the trip price for this event.
You can pay by Paypal. If you are not a Paypal member, you can use Paypal to pay by credit or debit card.

Cancellation:
If you need to cancel, please advise the leader as soon as possible, so that someone else has the opportunity.
We will only be able to provide a refund if we can find a replacement for you.

What to Bring

• All the equipment, clothing, food and water you will need for the walks and overnight stays (refer Trip details above).

• To help manage the Covid risk, the following may be useful: Hand Sanitiser, Face Mask(s), RAT test(s).

Refer to our Gear Checklist page for more details, or discuss with the leader.  If you are not properly equipped, the walk leader can decide not to let you participate on a walk.

Safety and Ambulance Insurance

We strongly recommend that you have Ambulance cover. If conditions are hazardous, any of the walks may be cancelled. For more details refer to: Joining a walk and your safety

If you are Covid-19 positive, have any Covid-19 symptoms or are a contact of someone with Covid-19, please follow the instructions in the Coronavirus Victoria website.

Still have questions?

Check out What happens on a walk.

Check out Weekend and extended walks.

Contact the leader using the “Enquiry” button.

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