Overnight: Hiking 3 Day 6ft Track Katoomba to Jenolan Caves
Location(s):
Sydney, Blue Mountains.
Description:
Six Foot Track 3 day guided walk from the Blue Mountains to Jenolan Caves. Winding through State forests and national parks, the 6 Foot track follows the 44 kilometre route of the original 1884 Bridal track between Katoomba and Jenolan Caves.
Crossing mountain ranges and falling into deep valleys, the Six Foot Track features sheer sandstone cliffs, waterfalls and panoramas of richly-forested valleys. Camp under the stars and enjoy fine wine or beer and a delicious gourmet dinner. Time is allowed at the end of the walk to explore the magnificent Jenolan Caves.
A great walking and camping holiday
Life's An Adventure is the primary Tour Operator on the Six Foot Track. Our Six Foot Track packages include snack packs, breakfasts, 2 lunches and delicious gourmet dinners such as fresh snapper, Thai Chicken curries , french crepes - plus much more, as well as refreshments and beer and wine to enjoy with dinner. All group camping and cooking equipment is transported daily by our support vehicle. You'll spend your nights camping under the stars with your tent erected for your arrival for those that choose the deluxe or super deluxe packages.
Three levels of packages to choose from
Life's An Adventure is the only Tour Operator offering mulitple packages on the Six Foot Track and have three different packages to choose from. For those training and wanting to get fit, you can pay less and carry your own tent and personal items. Or for those that want to be pampered, we'll carry your overnight bags and set up your tent with your choice of a dome tent with deluxe mattress or luxury stand up touring tent with off the ground beds.
Operator Name:
Blue Mountains - Life's An Adventure
Operator Description:
Winner of the 2011 Blue Mountains Tourism Business of the Year Award - our fantastic tours will take you into the Blue Mountains wilderness where many tourist never tread to explore by foot, bike or kayak. Enjoy lunch at the base of a waterfall, take a refreshing dip in a local waterhole and see the local fauna in their natural environment. Sydney Hotel pickups available with bonus sightseeing after your activity including the Three Sisters in Katoomba or meet us in the Blue Mountains. Enjoy a personalised tour with small groups up to 15 people. Tours available daily 7 days a week - subject to minimum numbers and availability.
Additional Info:
Accommodation is camping in deluxe tents under the stars in unspoilt surroundings.
Adult Rate: | Child Rate: | Family Rate: | Pensioner Rate: |
$ 579.00 | $ 479.00 | | |
Pickup Time:
Meet at 9.30am at Nellie Glen Road Car Park, Katoomba, which is 200 metres past the Explorer Tree in the Blue Mountains.
Departure:
09:30 AM Fri, Sat
Itinerary:
Note: You will be required to sign an indemnity form before commencing your walk.
How To Get There:
Sydney Hotel Pick Up: For a $40 extra per person we will pick you up from any Sydney Hotel in the CBD and drop you back at your hotel. Please email us after booking to organise a pick up
Driving: Drive to Katoomba in the Blue Mountains then head to the Explorer Tree on the Great Western Highway, 2.5kms west of Katoomba Station. Turn left at the Explorer Tree into Nellies Glen Road and drive 200 metres to the parking area where our walk starts.
Train: Catch a train from Central Station Sydney to Katoomba Railway station. We can then organise a pick up from the station to the start of the walk.
Included:
We have three packages to choose from. For those that want more creature comforts choose our deluxe package and we'll transport your luggage to the campsite and have a walk in touring tent set up and ready for your arrival. Or Super Deluxe package is for those who want a little more luxury and includes walk-in touring tents and off the ground beds. Or for those training and wanting to get fit, you can pay less with our standard package and provide and carry your own tent and overnight pack.
DELUXE PACKAGE:
Fully supported walk with your overnight luggage transported every day to the lodge / campsite
Accommodation Night 1 in a bushwalking eco lodge and night 2 is camping under the stars in
deluxe tents with a deluxe mattress.
2 x delicious gourmet dinners
2 x breakfasts
2 lunches including a picnic lunch featuring atlantic salmon, ham off the bone
(Lunch day 3 is at your own expense at Jenolan Caves)
Fresh fruit and trailmix to enjoy during your walk
Fine wine and beer and non-alcoholic drinks served with dinner.
Please note: we advise drinking in moderation as walking can be strenuous. If you would like
to enjoy alcohol after dinner you will need to provide your own.
Professionally guided - Our guides are locals who are passionate, well trained and
enthusiastic with the ability to bring to life a depth of information
Return transfers from the start of the walk at Nellies Glen
Six Foot Track Heritage Licence fees
Please note: the only equipment you will need to bring is a sleeping bag which can be hired from us
SUPER DELUXE PACKAGE:
The Super Deluxe Package includes all of the above items except your tent will be upgraded to a canvas walk-in Touring tents with off the ground beds.
STANDARD PACKAGE:
In the standard package you must provide your own backpack, tent, sleeping mattress and sleeping bag and carry all your own gear.
Accommodation Night 1 in a bushwalking eco lodge and night 2 is camping under the stars in your own tent
2 x delicious gourmet dinners
2 x breakfasts
2 lunches including a picnic lunch featuring atlantic salmon, ham off the bone
(Lunch day 3 is at your own expense at Jenolan Caves)
Fresh fruit and trailmix to enjoy during your walk
Fine wine and beer and non-alcoholic drinks served with dinner.
Please note: we advise drinking in moderation as walking can be strenuous. If you would like
to enjoy alcohol after dinner you will need to provide your own.
Professionally guided - Our guides are locals who are passionate, well trained and
enthusiastic with the ability to bring to life a depth of information
Six Foot Track Heritage Licence fees
Return transfers from Jenolan Caves are not included in the standard package these can be
prepurchased at time of booking for $35 per person
Please Bring:
You are allowed one average size overnight pack or bag (no suitcases) – no loose items allowed all items must be enclosed within your overnight bag or in the case of a sleeping bag tied to your main bag.
Your Overnight Pack should include:
Clothes:
Full weather gear needed as climate is variable
We suggest wearing layers when you are walking that you can remove or add as you warm up or cool down.
Walking clothes suitable to weather: Long sleeves, trousers, shorts, t'shirts, or shirts
Closed toe, sturdy footwear; worn at all times. We suggest good walking boots/shoes - that have been walked in at least 4 weeks prior to the walk
Thermal underwear, jumper and warm gear for night, scarf, beanie, gloves etc (Black Range is 1200m above sea level it can be very cold here at night so please come prepared – please note is snowed here on one of our September departures)
2 - 3 pairs of good thick walking socks
a pair of shoes to change into at night
underwear
Other Items:
insect repellent
sleeping bag
sleeping sheet / pillow optional
personal toiletries – deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, brush or comb
towel
Strong garbage bags or dry bags to waterproof essential equipment
Standard Package People: carrying their own gear will need to bring a lightweight tent & mattress
PLEASE NOTE: Sleeping bags are NOT provided for the trip. If you require hire of sleeping bags, this will be at a cost of $28
Child Policy Info:
Children must be accompanied by an adult and 10 years or older.
Disabled Access:
0
Fitness Level:
Medium
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