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22 Feb, Sat 8:00AM |
Dumbano Tunnels and Suboir Canyon |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
6km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 (Fully Booked) On the vastness of the Newnes Plateau is a vast array of canyons and this is one of the easiest ones to access! There is no swimming, and in fact, you can do this walk into and through the Dumbano Tunnels and the Suboir Canyon without getting water over your ankles. What you'll encounter is a world of spectacular and quite often dark tunnels or dungeons as they have been called before, with very close canyon walls, stunning overhangs and relatively little thick bushbashing. This is seriously a grade 1 canyon in difficulty, but grade 5 in beauty! Rock scrambling and off-track. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Wollangambe 89312S Limit: 12.
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8 Mar, Sat 8:00AM |
Death trap (sheep dip) canyon |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
6km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
(Fully Booked) Deathtrap canyon lies in the headwaters of Rocky creek canyon and is a fun creek walk with several short jumps, water slides and one abseil down a sloping cascade/ waterfall. Participants intending to join should be competent abseilers and must bring all the gear required for an abseil including harness, descender, helmet and wetsuit. From the base of this one abseil it is a pleasant walk down Rocky creek to the start of the tourist section. Co-leader is Adrian Barden. As is standard practice and because Adrian will be supplying the rope, there will be a $5 rope levy for wear and tear for everyone coming on this trip. rock scrambling and abseil Location: Wollemi NP Map: Rock Hill 89312N Limit: 8.
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15 Mar, Sat 8:00AM |
Deep Pass and River Caves canyon double |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
7km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
  These 2 canyons are perfect for people who haven't done a canyon before as they are very easy with no compulsory swims and relatively easy scrambles involved. Of course if you want to swim there's plenty of pools along the way to take a dip in. We will have lunch at the cars so you can travel light! rock scrambling Location: Wollemi NP Map: Rock Hill 89312N Limit: 12.
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22 Mar, Sat 8:00AM |
Carrington Falls |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
7km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 I haven't been to Carrington Falls for over 2 years so its about time I revisited this truly spectacular location. After visiting the base of the falls I plan to walk downstream to where Stevos Track junction and along the way swim and rock hop our way down the river. Expect lots of swims and waterfalls. rock scrambling and offtrack Location: Morton national park Limit: 15.
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29 Mar, Sat 8:00AM |
Pisgah rock¬Erskine creek¬Dadder Cave¬JackEvans track |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
8km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
   This is one of my favourite Summer destinations as Erskine creek has some truly stunning pools for swimming. On this trip for those interested people can bring along their surfmats/lilos and race the rapids from up near Dadders Cave down along Erskine creek to where the Jack Evans track junction. For those who love the water this walk should be on you're bucket list. rock scrambling Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Penrith 90303N Limit: 15.
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5 Apr, Sat 8:00AM |
The Grand Clifftop Walk |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
19km |
800m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 This walk is one of the star attractions in the Blue Mountains now, and this time, I plan to do the entire route as I had to stop halfway last time due to the rain. Expect dozens of waterfalls, jaw-dropping viewpoints and newly upgraded track and bridges along the way. Lots of steps. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 20.
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12 Apr, Sat 8:00AM |
Rock Island |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
8km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 Not too far off the glow worm road is an amazing dissected plateau known as Rock Island which for the enquiring bushwalker, is a place of great interest! Topped with interesting pagodas and with various nooks, crannies and overhangs to explore, it's certainly worth the effort of getting there! rock scrambling Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mount Morgan 89311S and Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 15.
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17-22 Apr, Thu (13:00PM)-Tue (08:00AM) |
Mt Kaputar National Park |
Grade:4/6 |
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Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
     (Nearly fully booked) The Mt Kaputar National Park is a walkers paradise with a variety of tracks taking the adventurous bushwalker to a wide range of peaks worth climbing including the incredible Yulludinada crater and Mt. Coryah to name a few. Included within the park are some amazing locations such as Waa Gorge and Sawn Rocks all worth a serious look! I plan to seek and out and enjoy as many of the stunning features of this wonderful national park with 4 full days of walking plus time on the Thursday for a short hike after we arrive and another short walk on the Tuesday morning before we drive home. At Dawsons Springs and Bark Hut are excellent campsites with full shower amenities as well as gas BBQs for cooking and shelters/seating at the campsites. For those who want more comfort there are 3 cabins for hire, accommodating up to 10 people.
The driving time from Sydney to the park is approximately 6 hours and 45 minutes. Location: mt kaputar Limit: 20.
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26 Apr, Sat 8:00AM |
Upper Grose wanderings |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
11km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 There are parts of the Blue Mountains that are not often visited by the hiking community and this is one of them! It's a shame in a way as the Upper Grose has much to offer the adventurous walker including some stunning pagodas, overhangs and pretty cascades to name a few attractions! Come along and find out for yourself what you've been missing out on! rock scrambling Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: mt.wilson Limit: 15.
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3 May, Sat 8:00AM |
Clifflines, pagodas, slots and passes North of Blackfellows Cave |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
7km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 To the North of Blackfellows Cave is a small plateau which I've always wanted to explore. It is dissected by a couple of small creeks including Holy Grail ravine and populated by spectacular pagodas and of course wonderful views from the stunning clifflines which includes Last Crusade point. I had this trip planned last year but heavy rain made me cancel it so I'm keen to explore it in better weather hopefully! rock scrambling and offtrack Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12.
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10 May, Sat 8:00AM |
Lions Head track~Kedumba campground~The Goat track |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
12km |
850m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 This walk has a lot of variety and of course wonderful views, interesting rocks to climb and a lot more, and incorporates two tracks not often used, The Lions Head and the Goats track at Wentworth Falls. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 20.
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17-25 May, Sat-Sun |
Morocco |
Grade:2/6 |
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Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
    I’m organising a trip to Morocco next year, and if any NPA members would like to join my wife and I, that would be wonderful. The trip is with Timeless Tours and at the moment is being discounted by 37%. The trip costs $1900
Highlights:
- Explore Marrakech's vibrant souks and palaces
- Visit the UNESCO site Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- Experience camel trekking in the Sahara Desert
- Discover the blue city of Chefchaouen
- Tour the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis
Itinerary:
Start and end in Marrakesh! With the In-depth Cultural tour Timeless Morocco, you have a 9 days tour package taking you through Marrakesh, Morocco and 11 other destinations in Morocco. Timeless Morocco includes accommodation in a hotel, as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
Before this trip starts there are options being organised by myself and others to do other tours including trekking in the Atlas Mountains and more!
There are still 3 spots left on this trip as of 20.12.
If interested please let me know asap. Limit: 16.
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31 May, Sat 8:00AM |
The Lost City |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
10km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 (NEW!!!) There’s a new track in town! The first section of the Lost City trail has been completed and I intend to walk its length and also explore various pagodas and other highlights off the main track as there’s always plenty to attract you’re attention in this type of landscape! The pace will be relaxed and intending participants should be good at rock scrambling and be prepared for some offtrack adventuring! Rock scrambling Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Lithgow 89313S Limit: 12.
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7-9 Jun, Sat (07:30AM)-Mon (14:30PM) |
Grand tour of the Western Budawangs |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
46km |
1,100m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This trip will showcase just what a spectacular place the Western Budawangs is! We will start our journey from the campsite at Wog Wog and travel via Corang Peak, Corang Arch, Profile rock to a comfortable camp cave at Burrumbeet brook. Then on day two we travel over Mt. Tarn to the superb camp cave situated on Mt. Haughton, complete with nearby waterfall. On our last day we travel via Stiles creek, Round mountain, the Endrick River and the Redgrounds track back to our cars near the Alum creek firetrail.
In every way this is a walk on the wild side and with the briskness of Winter upon us a warming campfire at night and the stars above, this will certainly be one memorable walk worth doing. Location: Morton national park Map: Corang 89273N Limit: 12.
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25 Oct - 5 Nov, Sat-Wed |
Peru: Amazon to the Andes. |
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Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
    (Nearly fully booked) There are 2 places left on this 12 day guided trip which is hosted by G adventures and includes options to do the Inca Trail to Machu Pichu or go via the Lares Trail or the easier way, via the train. Included are 3 days at an Amazon lodge and other highlights including a visit to Rainbow mountain, Ollantaytambo and other scenic locations. For the full tour details please contact me if you're interested in what will be an exciting tour visiting some of Peru's most iconic locations. Location: peru Limit: 16.
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7-20 Nov, Fri (09:00AM)-Thu (09:00AM) |
Ecuador |
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Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 (Nearly fully booked) My wife and I are joining an Exodus Travels trip to Ecuador in November 2025 for 14 days, which will combine wildlife watching and walking, including visiting ancient ruins and some local culture thrown in. Strictly limited spaces, so if interested, please contact me asap.
There is 1 place left on this trip.
Before the Ecuador trip we'll be going on 2 short trips in Peru, one to Machu Picchu and another to a research station in the middle of the Amazon. Both of these are relatively cheap trips.
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