Southern Highlands Walking Tour – Waterfall Hunt

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Southern Highlands Walking Tour – Waterfall Hunt

Adventure and Outdoors Tours
Nature and wildlife
Sightseeing Tours
Walking and Biking Tours
1 min guests
5 max guests

Highlights

  • Discover iconic waterfalls and scenic lookouts on a personalised walking tour through the stunning Southern Highlands.
  • Explore the West Rim Track to Renown Lookout, enjoying sweeping views over the Yarrunga Valley and sandstone gorges.
  • Wander through the charming village of Robertson, soaking in its green countryside and relaxed atmosphere.
  • Marvel at the breathtaking Belmore Falls, where multiple lookouts reveal the waterfall cascading into a deep valley.

Discover the natural beauty of the Southern Highlands on a private walking tour featuring iconic waterfalls, scenic lookouts, and escarpment landscapes. This full-day experience is ideal for active guests seeking a nature-based tour in regional New South Wales.

Designed for small private groups of up to 5 guests, each tour is personalised to your pace and interests. Enjoy convenient pick-up and drop-off between Thirroul and Wollongong before travelling into the Highlands to explore Fitzroy Falls. Walk the West Rim Track to Renown Lookout (approximately 4 km return), with sweeping views over the Yarrunga Valley and surrounding sandstone gorges.

Continue to Robertson, a charming Southern Highlands village known for its green countryside and relaxed atmosphere.

The tour concludes at Belmore Falls, where multiple lookouts offer impressive views of the waterfall cascading into a deep valley.

With guided walks of up to 5 kilometres on uneven terrain, this Southern Highlands walking tour is best suited to confident, active walkers looking for a scenic and personalised experience.

Itinerary highlights

Fitzroy Falls

One of the Southern Highlands’ most iconic natural landmarks, Fitzroy Falls plunges over 80 metres into a deep sandstone gorge. From the main viewing areas, expansive views open across rugged escarpment landscapes, with layers of bushland stretching into the distance. The scale of the falls and the surrounding valley creates a strong sense of place, offering a powerful introduction to the natural beauty of the region.

Renown Lookout (West Rim Track)

Reached via the West Rim Walking Track (approximately 4 km return), Renown Lookout offers sweeping views across the Yarrunga Valley. Along the way, the track reveals glimpses of waterfalls, sandstone cliffs, and native bushland. The walk combines gentle movement with changing perspectives, leading to an elevated viewpoint that captures the openness and scale of the Highlands.

Robertson Village

Known as the “Green Heart” of the Southern Highlands, Robertson is a charming country village surrounded by rolling green pastures and cool-climate rainforest. Its relaxed atmosphere makes it an ideal place to pause, whether for a coffee, lunch, or a short wander. The setting offers a quiet contrast to the surrounding escarpment landscapes, adding a warm and local element to the day.

Hindmarsh Lookout

Set along the escarpment, Hindmarsh Lookout provides wide, uninterrupted views across Kangaroo Valley. From this elevated vantage point, the landscape unfolds in layers of forested ridges and open valley, creating a strong sense of depth and perspective. It’s a calm and expansive setting that highlights the scale and character of the Southern Highlands.

Belmore Falls

Belmore Falls offers a graceful conclusion to the experience, where water cascades over the escarpment into a deep, forested valley below. Multiple lookouts provide varied perspectives of the falls and surrounding cliffs, allowing you to fully appreciate the movement and scale of the landscape. The setting feels calm and immersive, creating a memorable final highlight of the day.

Tour details

  • Adventure and Outdoors Tours
  • Nature and wildlife
  • Sightseeing Tours
  • Walking and Biking Tours
  • Extended
  • Full Day
  • Land – Motorised
  • Private Tour
  • Small Group Tour
  • Moderate
  • On demand

Features

Service facilities

  • Family Friendly
  • Public Toilet
Accessibility

This business does not currently offer accessible facilities.

Operation information

Explore with Zuma

Explore with Zuma offers private, small-group tours across the Illawarra and Southern Highlands, delivering a highly personalised way to experience some of New South Wales’ most beautiful landscapes. From sweeping coastal lookouts and secluded beaches to ancient rainforests and striking waterfalls, each journey reveals the region at its most captivating.

Every experience is thoughtfully curated and led by a dedicated local guide, ensuring a seamless, unhurried day tailored to your interests. With door-to-door pick-up between Thirroul and Wollongong, guests enjoy a relaxed and effortless escape into nature.

Designed for those who value comfort, authenticity, and attention to detail, Explore with Zuma offers both refined sightseeing and immersive walking experiences. Each tour is crafted to go beyond the expected—creating a sense of connection, discovery, and lasting memories in a truly personal setting.

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