Story Bridge Adventure Climb, Sunday Daytime Climb, Brisbane
Story Bridge Adventure Climb, Sunday Daytime Climb, Brisbane
| location: | Kangaroo Point (Brisbane) |
| item: | ST12253OR |
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AUD $89.00 AUD $75.65 child (10 - 16) |
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The Story Bridge Weekend climb is an adventure experience with a difference and the most spectacular way to discover Brisbane. Whether you are a local or a visitor, you’ll be exhilarated by a once-in-a-lifetime experience that offers you the most breath-taking panorama of Brisbane and its surrounding natural beauty. The 2½ hour climb to the top of Brisbane's iconic Story Bridge is open to the public for the first time in 65 years. The climb is almost a kilometre up over the bridge's superstructure with the high point at almost 80m above the Brisbane River. From the summit of the bridge you can enjoy uninterrupted 360° views of Brisbane, its river and surrounding mountains. The picturesque Glasshouse Mountains are visible to the north with the world-heritage-listed Lamington National Park to the south. To the east enjoy views across Moreton Bay to some of the world’s largest sand islands, and to the west find Mt Coot-tha and the lush Brisbane Forest Park. Looking down you’ll see the Brisbane River, one of Australia’s deepest rivers, snaking its way to the Pacific Ocean. From base headquarters at Kangaroo Point you make your way to the halfway house. Here the commentary begins, and continues throughout the climb. The climb ascends through the road level on to the anchor arm on the eastern side of the bridge. Here the incline is at its greatest as you make your way to one, of the two high points of the climb. From the eastern summit top platform the route gradually descends along the eastern cantilever arm towards the central platform. You then traverse the width of the bridge, above the six lanes of traffic. Once on the western cantilever arm, climbers begin the gradual ascent to the western summit top platform. The route then follows down the western anchor arm of the bridge back through the road deck to the halfway house where the incline is once more at its steepest. You will leave the halfway house and make your way south along the approach span walkway to base headquarters where you have the opportunity to review your photographs.
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Great work guys, your staff were very helpful and really made an effort to ensure everything went smoothly.
adam
Great fun. We had a terrific guide - Jeremy_ He was very knowledgeable and helpful especially for us oldies.
B Mcclelland
My Husband and I enjoyed the morning. Thank you for this wonderful experience.
Julie Long
fitness and experience
- Each climb group will be limited to 12 people, under the control of an experienced leader
- Anyone over 12 years of age with a minimum height of 130cm who can sustain moderate physical exercise for a couple of hours can take this challenge
- Children aged 12-16 years need to be accompanied by an adult during the climb
- Climbers will also be required to pass an alcohol breath test before departure
- For those with a fear of heights, relax! Every precaution is taken in the safety procedures to ensure that climb is a safe experience
- For the entire duration of the climb, all climbers are attached to a static line with experienced Climb Leaders ready to support and encourage those who are a little anxious whilst climbing
- Expectant mothers should not participate in the climb
what to bring/wear
- Bring as few personal items as possible as no items of any form can be taken on the climb
- Wear sunscreen and sunglasses on afternoon climbs
- Wear comfortable clothes suitable for the weather
- Clothing: Wear suitable enclosed rubber soled shoes such as runners or hiking shoes which offer comfort, support and grip. PVC and leather-soled shoes are unsuitable. Be ready to wear the climbing suit over your existing clothing
what is supplied
- Radio headset
- Climb suit
- Harness belt
- Hat, handkerchief, sunglasses lanyard
- All weather jacket and fleece jacket
- Sunscreen
- Lockers are provided as nothing can be taken onto the bridge, including cameras, video recorders and other loose objects
- Photos: Cameras are not allowed to be taken on the climb, however there are a number of photo opportunities that your climb leader will take photos from. Photos will be available to purchase at the end of your experience
more information
The climb experience lasts around 2 ½ hours with climbs departing at 20-minute intervals from base headquarters at Kangaroo Point, less than a kilometre from the CBD. Initially, climbs will be available early morning, late afternoon and evening with additional climbs scheduled as demand grows. Personal items will not be permitted to be taken on the climb including, cameras, videos, pagers, mobile phones and handbags. A locker will be provided for each climber in which personal items can be stored.
Closed: Christmas Day - 25 December, Riverfire Festival (dates vary each year in August and September)
Transfers: Courtesy transfers are available from major CBD hotels. The headquarters is also accessible by ferry and limited carparking is available nearby.
Before you climb: Avoid alcohol. Story Bridge Adventure Climb reserves the right to breath test all climbers. You will need to complete a declaration form and satisfy Story Bridge Adventure Climb's terms and conditions.
