Northern NSW, Australia
Northern NSW Adventure – Byron Bay & Upper Clarence River
7-Day Northern NSW Adventure
The journey
7 days of curious adventure
Explore the hidden natural wonders of Northern NSW on a 7-day small-group adventure through Byron Bay, spectacular waterfalls and the Upper Clarence River.
Begin in Byron Bay before discovering seven breathtaking waterfalls, including several lesser-known falls known mostly to locals, with opportunities to swim in four of them.
The highlight is a 30km, three-day hike through the Upper Clarence River wilderness. Choose between a full-pack hike, carrying your own tent, food and water, or a fully supported option where a tent is supplied and you only carry a day pack.
Along the way, travel by 4WD, cross rivers using pack rafts and ropes or swim across, enjoy abundant spring water, and finish with a relaxing natural river 'spa', late-afternoon drink and wood-fired pizza in the camp kitchen.
Day by day
Day 1
Welcome to Byron Bay
Arrive in the charming town of Byron Bay and settle into your accommodation. Enjoy a delightful dinner before taking a leisurely stroll along the pristine coastline.
Day 2
Explore Byron Bay
Discover the attractions and coastal atmosphere of Byron Bay with a morning of bike riding or walking. Enjoy various activities, including opportunities for local coffee or teas, while exploring this famous coastal town.
Day 3
Waterfall Adventure
Begin your waterfall escapade, visiting some of the seven breathtaking cascades explored over Days 3 and 4. Four of the waterfalls offer opportunities for a refreshing swim. Enjoy short walks through the surrounding landscapes and discover a couple of special waterfalls known mostly to locals.
Day 4
Waterfall Mania
Continue exploring Northern NSW's spectacular waterfalls, visiting more of the seven cascades featured across the two-day waterfall adventure. Enjoy more short walks and opportunities to swim in selected waterfalls while discovering some of the region's lesser-known natural places.
Day 5
30km Upper Clarence River Hike
Begin the highlight of the adventure: a 30km hike over three days along the Upper Clarence River. Traverse rugged terrain, cross rivers using a pack raft and ropes, or swim across where appropriate, while immersing yourself in the untouched wilderness.
Day 6
Into the Wilderness
Continue the 30km Upper Clarence River hike through rugged and remote terrain. Continue carrying your provisions on the full-pack option, while fully supported hikers carry only a day pack. Cross rivers using pack rafts and ropes or swim across, taking in the untouched wilderness of the Upper Clarence region.
Day 7
Natural River Spa & Pizza
Complete the Upper Clarence River adventure before unwinding in a natural 'spa' within the heart of the river. Enjoy a late-afternoon drink surrounded by the tranquil beauty of nature, followed by wood-fired pizza cooked in the camp kitchen. Guests can even create their own pizza variety.
Your tour features · everything you need for a cracking trip
Value-Plus Inclusions
The whole box and dice. Our best fair-dinkum value deal.
- All transportation
- 4WD vehicles for off-road travel
- Breakfasts and dinners throughout the journey, excluding the 3-day hike
- Gold Coast Airport transfers
- Ballina Airport transfers
- Abundant spring water
- Guided expertise
- Swimming opportunities at waterfalls
- Fully supported hiking option
- Tent supplied for supported hikers
- Wood-fired pizza experience
Not included — so there are no surprises
- Personal food and provisions for the full-pack 3-day hike
- Hiking food for the fully supported option
- Personal essentials
- Airfares
- Anything else not specifically listed as included
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