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Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park
2026 Global 100 - Family-friendly Attractions

Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park

8.1

Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park is located in Sydney's western suburbs, on the way from the city to the Blue Mountains, making it a stop included in many Blue Mountains 1-day tours. This privately founded zoo houses over 2,000 native Australian animals, including dozens of endangered species, offering an excellent opportunity to encounter local wildlife in Sydney. Here you can see wombats, echidnas, dingoes, little penguins, cassowaries, kookaburras and more, observe massive saltwater crocodiles across water barriers, and even spot endangered Tasmanian devils. A highlight is entering the open kangaroo and wallaby area to hand-feed them, stroking koalas and taking photos in the koala zone, or visiting the lorikeet flight aviary where colorful parrots fly and perch around visitors. The park also hosts multiple daily keeper talks and feeding sessions, where you can hand-feed little penguins under keeper guidance. Quokkas, typically found in Western Australia, have also made their home here, offering a rare sighting in Sydney.

Doonside · 1.4km from downtown
Sydney Zoo
No. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in New South Wales

Sydney Zoo

7

Sydney Zoo is home toover 4,000 animals, including awe-inspiring and endangered species from all around the world. Take a stroll down the African Boardwalk where you'll see scenes from the savannah in our remarkable mixed-species habitats, wander down the leafy Primate Boulevard, and be mesmerised by the animals of south-east Asia. Get closer to all your favourite Australian natives in our beautiful open-range Australia habitat, where kangaroos and wallabies hop freely around the meandering pathways. Sydney Zoo is also theonly combined zoo and aquarium in NSW, and boasts the largest Reptile & Nocturnal House in the world!

Bungarribee · 2.9km from Doonside
Sydney Opera House
2026 Global 100 - Best Things to Do

Sydney Opera House

9.6

The Sydney Opera House is a symbol of Australia. It is recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the 20th Century and is also a landmark in Sydney. Its white exterior, a shell-like sculpture built on the harbour, like scattered petals floating in the air, have for many years left observers in amazement. It houses a concert hall, a music theatre, a performance theatre, a children's theatre and a photography studio. Auctions, concerts and other events are held every month or even every week. △ Enjoy wonderful performances from all over the world △ Behind the scenes, walks, tours and experiences △ Admire the magnificent scenery of Sydney Harbor and enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea time

Sydney · 33.6km from Doonside
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Australia

Sydney Whale Watching Cruise

9.1

The Sydney Whale Watching Cruise is a unique local experience where travelers have the opportunity to observe whales up close. From May to November each year, tens of thousands of humpback whales migrate north from Antarctic waters, passing near Sydney: late June to early July marks the peak northbound period, while after September and October, mother whales with their calves can often be seen slowly returning south along the coastline. Popular whale watching itineraries usually depart from darling harbour or circular quay. The cruise is equipped with advanced facilities, allowing you to enjoy the sea journey without missing any whale watching opportunities.

Sydney · 32.7km from Doonside
Taronga Zoo Sydney
2026 Global 100 - Best Things to Do

Taronga Zoo Sydney

9.1

The Taronga Zoo shows tourists Sydney's original scenery and brings them with a satisfying wildlife experience. With incredible lush native forest belts and harbour views, it is an ideal place to enjoy Australian animals and addicting Sydney views. △ Meet Australian native animals △ Enjoy daily animal performances △ Get up close and feed the animals

Mosman · 35.5km from Doonside
Calmsley Hill City Farm
No. 14 of Spring Outings in Australia

Calmsley Hill City Farm

4.4

Calmsley Hill City Farm is a vibrant agricultural experience attraction nestled in the peaceful countryside, offering visitors hands-on farm activities. As both an educational and recreational destination, the farm showcases modern agricultural operations while allowing visitors to connect with nature. The farm features various activities suitable for families and individual visitors. Guests can participate in seasonal picking activities, experiencing the farm-to-table food journey. The farm also provides guided tour services, taking visitors through orchards, vegetable gardens, and livestock areas to learn about different crop cultivation processes and animal husbandry methods. For children, the interactive zone offers opportunities for close encounters with small animals like feeding lambs and chicks. Whether for family outings or educational groups, this attraction provides rich experiences and profound agricultural knowledge for every visitor.

Abbotsbury · 11.7km from Doonside
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
2026 Global 100 - Family-friendly Attractions

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

8.3

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is located at Darling Harbour in Sydney and features marine life native to Australia. The aquarium houses multiple interactive themed zones, showcasing hundreds of aquatic species from marine and freshwater environments across Australia, including many iconic species unique to the country. Shark Valley is one of the aquarium's core exhibition areas, where visitors can walk through a transparent underwater tunnel with nurse sharks, wobbegongs, and giant smooth rays swimming slowly overhead. The Penguin Expedition area is home to king penguins and gentoo penguins; visitors can ride a small boat through simulated sub-Antarctic ice and snow, observe penguins up close on the ice and in the water, and watch the keepers feed the penguins several times a day. The Day and Night Coral Reef exhibition area is themed around the 24-hour ecological changes of the Great Barrier Reef, using interactive technology to present the different life dynamics of the coral reef between day and night; it is home to the Napoleon fish—a peculiar reef fish that can change from female to male as it grows. The Southern Coast Shipwreck area is home to little penguins, and these tiny penguins darting through the water and waddling on the sand are much loved by visitors. The aquarium is also home to a rescued dugong, one of the few captive dugongs in the world. In addition, areas such as Jurassic Seas and the Rocky Shore Touch Pool each have their own distinctive features; in the touch pool area, visitors can explore intertidal creatures such as starfish, sea cucumbers, and crabs. For visitors seeking a deeper experience, the aquarium also offers programs such as shark diving, where you can swim alongside large marine life such as nurse sharks and rays in a cage-free environment.

Sydney · 32.9km from Doonside
Sydney Tower Eye
No. 4 of Night Attractions in Australia

Sydney Tower Eye

8.2

Completed in 1981, Sydney Tower Eye is known as one of Sydney's three major landmarks alongside the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The tower stands about 300 m tall, supported by 56 giant cables. Its observation deck is about 250 m above ground, and the 360-degree transparent observation deck offers a panoramic view of the scenery within 80 km. At the top of Sydney Tower Eye, you can also walk on a glass-bottomed observation platform more than 260 m above the ground, which is very thrilling. △ 360° panoramic view of Sydney △ Enjoy the beautiful sunset and city night view △ Experience walking on the glass platform at the top of the tower

Sydney · 33.5km from Doonside
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
2026 Global 100 - Family-friendly Attractions

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

7.9

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo is located at Darling Harbour, adjacent to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Madame Tussauds. It is a rare compact zoo in central Sydney that focuses primarily on indoor exhibits, dedicated to showcasing native Australian animals. With a single route that takes you from start to finish, you can tour the entire zoo in about two hours. The five iconic Australian animals—kangaroos, koalas, wombats, platypuses, and crocodiles—can all be seen here. The zoo is divided into multiple themed zones based on natural habitats: the kangaroo walkabout is an open area where you can walk among western grey kangaroos for close observation; the koala rooftop is the park's signature, offering not only regular viewing but also the option to book entry into the koala enclosure for photos with the koalas, or join a koala breakfast to dine while watching them feed in the morning when they are most active; the Tasmanian devil den is home to the sharp-called, powerfully jawed Tasmanian devils, an endangered marsupial now found mainly in Tasmania; the Daintree rainforest area brings together southern cassowaries, tree kangaroos, and satin bowerbirds; the platypus pool requires some patience, as these egg-laying mammals often hide among underwater branches; the nocturnal animal zone dims the lights to "night mode," where sugar gliders, bilbies, and other nocturnal creatures are active; there are also a freshwater crocodile pool, an area housing echidnas and Goodfellow's tree kangaroos, and insect boxes filled with spiders, stick insects, and giant snails, while snakes and lizards and other reptiles are scattered throughout. During your visit, keep an eye out for keeper talk times in each zone—from wombat "Ringo" to cassowary "Princess," many animals have dedicated talks where keepers share fun facts about their habits. After your visit, the restaurants and waterfront views of Darling Harbour are within walking distance, making it perfect for a half-day city itinerary. △ Get up close with adorable koalas △ See the adorable quokkas △ Meet giant freshwater crocodiles

Sydney · 32.8km from Doonside
Darling Harbour
2026 Global 50 - Cool Water Escapes

Darling Harbour

7.6

Darling Harbour is Sydney's Central Entertainment District, located on the Western edge of the CBD. A thriving food and experience hub, Darling Harbour has a wide variety of bars, restaurants and cultural experiences on offer, with around 26 million visitors flocking to the precinct every year. The precinct boasts some of Sydney's most compelling attractions including Madame Tussauds Sydney, The Chinese Garden of Friendship, The Goods Line, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, and IMAX Sydney, and some of Sydney's most iconic hotels including W Sydney, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour and Novotel Sydney.

Sydney · 33km from Doonside

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Blue Mountains all-inclusive tour: Scenic World, wildlife and cruise
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Blue Mountains all-inclusive tour: Scenic World, wildlife and cruise

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Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney Including Scenic World
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Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney Including Scenic World

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Sydney: Blue Mountains Scenic World, Wildlife Park and Lunch
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Sydney: Blue Mountains Scenic World, Wildlife Park and Lunch

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Sydney: Blue Mountains Wildlife & Bushwalk Small-Group Tour
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Sydney: Blue Mountains Wildlife & Bushwalk Small-Group Tour

4.8/5
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Duration: 11 hrs
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Exclusive Blue Mountains Wildlife and Bushwalk Tour From Sydney
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Exclusive Blue Mountains Wildlife and Bushwalk Tour From Sydney

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Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure with Wentworth Falls
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Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure with Wentworth Falls

4.9/5
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Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure as a Small Group Day Tour
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Sydney: Luxury Blue Mountains Adventure as a Small Group Day Tour

4.9/5
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Blue Mountains: Scenic World, waterfalls, kangaroos, Koalas
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Blue Mountains: Scenic World, waterfalls, kangaroos, Koalas

4.9/5
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Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park experience
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Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park experience

4.3/5
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Experience at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park in Sydney, Australia
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Experience at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park in Sydney, Australia

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Best of Nashville City Sightseeing Tour on Double Decker Bus
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Best of Nashville City Sightseeing Tour on Double Decker Bus

4.7/5
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Sydney Highlights Audio Tour: Iconic Landmarks and History
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Sydney Highlights Audio Tour: Iconic Landmarks and History

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Wollongong Audio Tour: Compendium of City Icons
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Wollongong Audio Tour: Compendium of City Icons

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Sydney Historical Walking Tour including The Rocks
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Sydney Historical Walking Tour including The Rocks

5.0/5
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Sydney Fish Market: A flavorful exploration and waterfront stroll | 2 hr guided walk
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Sydney Fish Market: A flavorful exploration and waterfront stroll | 2 hr guided walk

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Sydney Opera House guided tour (global art sanctuary + zero blind spot acoustics + sail-shaped architectural marvel)
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Sydney Opera House guided tour (global art sanctuary + zero blind spot acoustics + sail-shaped architectural marvel)

Duration: 30 mins
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Featured Outdoor & sports in Doonside

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Blue Mountains Tour - Small Group, Scenic World, Featherdale
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Blue Mountains Tour - Small Group, Scenic World, Featherdale

5.0/5
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Duration: 10 hrs
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Blue Mountains Hightlights Tour | Heritage Zig Zag Steam Railway + Scenic World Three Cable Cars Experience
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Blue Mountains Hightlights Tour | Heritage Zig Zag Steam Railway + Scenic World Three Cable Cars Experience

5.0/5
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Sydney Coastal Hidden Gems: Kiama Blowhole, Wollongong Wildlife with Tasman Drive & Heart Beach (English Guide)
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Sydney Coastal Hidden Gems: Kiama Blowhole, Wollongong Wildlife with Tasman Drive & Heart Beach (English Guide)

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[Optional bus to boat back] Sydney Blue Mountains National Park + Scenic World three cable cars 1-day tour
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[Optional bus to boat back] Sydney Blue Mountains National Park + Scenic World three cable cars 1-day tour

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Sydney Wollongong skydiving [high-altitude ocean view skydiving/free skydiving certificate]
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Sydney Wollongong skydiving [high-altitude ocean view skydiving/free skydiving certificate]

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Wollongong Skydiving Adventure in Australia [Optional Photo/Video + Transfers Included]
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Wollongong Skydiving Adventure in Australia [Optional Photo/Video + Transfers Included]

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Two-Hour Surfing Lesson on Bondi Beach
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Two-Hour Surfing Lesson on Bondi Beach

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1-day tour to Blue Mountains National Park cable car + scenic railway + Darling Harbour cruise from Sydney (premium group)
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1-day tour to Blue Mountains National Park cable car + scenic railway + Darling Harbour cruise from Sydney (premium group)

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Darling Harbour

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Sydney Harbour Bridge

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Blue Mountains National Park

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What travellers say about Doonside

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Afpamir13 October 2026
4.0
A Zoo in the western Sydney district. The trip deal worth to try it. You can’t find elephants or giraffes but the rest assure you will see some other great wildlife.

Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park

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Talha Khw23 October 2026
4.0
It was good. Worth a visit. But kangaroos were not hoping around at the time we were there. They were all sleepy around 12/1 pm.

Sydney Zoo

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露小茜13 October 2026
5.0
The theater isn't very large, so the view from the second floor was excellent, and the actors' performances were very lifelike, with very interesting dialogue. Plus, the theater has a beautiful terrace with floor-to-ceiling windows; I took some lovely photos there in the afternoon!

Sydney Opera House

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Olga_Quest30 September 2026
5.0
Amazing whale-watching experience in Sydney! 🐋I really enjoyed this experience from start to finish. The scenery and the whole environment were absolutely beautiful, and we were lucky enough to see a lot of whales! It was amazing watching them in their natural environment, and the experience was even better than I expected. Definitely a great activity to do while visiting Sydney, and I would happily recommend it to others!

Sydney Whale Watching Cruise

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Anonymous user5 November 2026
5.0
I saw many animals that I've never seen in China, and the animals here seemed more vibrant. The zoo is also in a great location; you need to take a boat to get there, and you can see the sea view and the Sydney Opera House.

Taronga Zoo Sydney

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Muhammad S7 January 2025
4.0
Calmsley Hill City Farm is near to the heart of Sydney. It is a place where children and adults can enjoy a variety of exciting shows and exhibits including cow milking, stockman whip demos, sheep dog exhibits, sheep shearing demo, koala show, native fauna display, tractor train ride plus animal petting , birds, snakes and Texan long horn cattle to view. A nice place outside busy city life.

Calmsley Hill City Farm

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_TI***u328 October 2026
5.0
The kids loved it. Great experience especially with the Penguins ride.

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

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Krishna Gunturu28 July 2026
5.0
We visited the Sydney Tower Eye with my family and had a fantastic time. Booking our tickets through Trip.com was very easy, and there were a lot of different options available to choose from. I highly recommend going on a sunny day so you can get the most out of the views. Looking down at Hyde Park and the Anzac Memorial was a definite highlight. Highly recommended!

Sydney Tower Eye

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乔Joanna7 October 2026
5.0
You can visit the zoo even if it rains. It's very clean and has koalas, kangaroos, various reptiles, and a variety of birds. It's quite close to the W Hotel. You can also explore Daling Island nearby.

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

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谷麦田20 April 2026
5.0
I always check other people's reviews before each trip for reference and then add my own. Although it was peak season, the crowds weren't large at all, not even comparable to those in China. Just arrive 10-15 minutes before the cruise departure time; e-ticket verification is very quick. You can see the opera house, the harbor bridge, and the coastal residential areas, etc. It's definitely worth a visit!

Darling Harbour

Trip Moments in Doonside

Featherdale Wildlife Park 🐨🦘: Get Up Close with Australia's Adorable Wildlife 🇦🇺

Featherdale Wildlife Park 🐨🦘: Get Up Close with Australia's Adorable Wildlife 🇦🇺

“Take a trip to Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park, the renowned zoo and wildlife sanctuary in New South Wales, Australia.”

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TOP 20 SYDNEY TRAVEL HACKS 🇦🇺

TOP 20 SYDNEY TRAVEL HACKS 🇦🇺

“Save this before you land — the harbour is free and the coffee will ruin you for everywhere else.”

@Nasnik · sydney · 22 days ago
An Unforgettable Start to Our Honeymoon: A Magical Day in the Blue Mountains

An Unforgettable Start to Our Honeymoon: A Magical Day in the Blue Mountains

“Filled with the excitement of our first honeymoon tour, my wife and I boarded the 1:20 PM bus.”

@_TI***ms · 4 days ago
Unlock the Ultimate Sydney Day Trip: Blue Mountains & Featherdale Wildlife Park with Trip.com

Unlock the Ultimate Sydney Day Trip: Blue Mountains & Featherdale Wildlife Park with Trip.com

“I recently booked the Blue Mountains and Featherdale Wildlife Park day tour through Trip.com, and it was a fantastic experience!”

@_FB***26 · 9 days ago

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Doonside?

Don't miss these attractions in Doonside: Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park, Sydney Zoo, and Sydney Opera House. If you like Day tours, try Blue Mountains all-inclusive tour: Scenic World, wildlife and cruise. If you enjoy Culture & history, try Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park experience.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Blue Mountains all-inclusive tour: Scenic World, wildlife and cruise, Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney Including Scenic World, and Sydney: Blue Mountains Scenic World, Wildlife Park and Lunch. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 6 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Doonside is around INR 13,150.88 – INR 19,159.01. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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