Canyoning, Full Day, Intermediate - Blue Mountains

Fitness and Experience

• Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult
• This an intermediate canyon and we recommend canyoning and/or abseiling experience
• A good level of fitness is required. There are steep uphill sections to negotiate and the day is very long. You also need to be able to swim
• Please inform Adrenalin of any medical conditions including asthma and previous injury that may affect your participation in this aadventure, and bring this to your guides’ attention on the day
• For your safety and enjoyment ensure that you have a good nights sleep before your day of Canyoning
  

What to Bring/Wear

• For your safety and enjoyment you must be properly dressed and prepared by bringing all the required equipment
• Hiking clothing – comfortable walking clothes suited to the weather on the day
• Swimming costume
• Sneakers / Sandshoes / Sturdy runners and woolen socks to be worn in the canyon. These will get wet!
• Bring thermals, if you have them, to wear under your wetsuit. Thermals draw any moisture away from the skin and out to the next layer of material, leaving you warmer and more comfortable
• Woollen socks for in the canyon (they will get wet)
• Water bottle (minimum 1.5 litre)
• Warm jumper (not cotton)/thermal top and spray jacket if you have one
• Rain coat
• Beanie (warm hat) - recommended but not essential
• Spare clothes, underwear, socks, shoes and towel (to leave in the car at site)
• Sunscreen
• Personal medications – please inform us if you have any medical condition which may affect your participation in the activity. This will not be used to exclude you from the activity.

What is Supplied

• Fully-qualified guides and all technical equipment including backpacks and dry bags
• Wetsuits - these are issued at the office on the day of the trip
• Safety gear including helmet and harness
• A wholesome picnic lunch and tasty treats
• National Parks entry fee and drinks on return to Katoomba

More Information

WEATHER: Outdoor programs are weather dependent, it will be up to the trip leaders discretion to decide if the trip will be cancelled. When evaluating weather conditions our client’s safety is of the utmost importance. Remember the weather in the mountains can be very different to that in Sydney. The trip will go ahead unless you are notified.

TRANSPORT: The guides will be using a vehicle to transport equipment to the start of the trip. It may be possible for you to travel in that vehicle, otherwise you are welcome to take your own vehicle. You can travel to Katoomba via: · Trains from Sydney Central Station which run regularly (allow 2 hours travel time). · Call 131 500 for information on timetables or check out the City Rail website- http://www.cityrail.info, or · If you wish to drive from Sydney take the M4 and follow the signs to Katoomba (allow 1 ¾ hours travel time)

AVAILABILITY: Wet Canyons like Empress Falls operate from October - April, although dry canyon tours are offered all year round.