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Activity Code: XTAD105
Overview
Travel the historic Old Great North Road by mountain bike, through pristine wilderness. Witness the ingenuity of the convicts and their road and bridge building skills. Camp out under the clear skies of Dharug National Park and wake up to the sounds of the Australian bush and a hot breakfast. After a short vehicle transfer, we board kayaks and paddle down the mighty Hawkesbury River. Experience all that this magnificent region has to offer.
This tour starts with a general briefing about the tour and our destinations over the two day tour. We'll also cover bike riding skills and safety. We'll then head out by mountain bike onto the Old Great North Road arriving at Ten Mile Hollow later in the day (this is also your overnight campsite).
The following morning you will be transported by vehicle down to Wisemans Ferry, where you will commence your kayaking journey. Following a safety briefing, we will head out onto the river and paddle down to Spencer, where you will be met by our staff and be safely returned to Gosford.
On this tour, we will supply all camping equipment including tents, cooking utensils, plates / cutlery and gas stoves. We will supply a BBQ dinner (fire bans permitting) and a cooked breakfast. We will also provide plenty of water to replenish your supplies. You will need to supply a sleeping bag and self inflating mattress or air bed.
During the tour we will transport all equipment to the first campsite then transfer you to Wisemans Ferry for the kayak leg. We will also return you and your equipment to your vehicle or Gosford Railway Station.
Cost includes transport, camping gear (except sleeping gear), all kayak gear, bikes and helmets, National Park entry fees, meals, your guide, transfers and a whole lot of fun.
Location
Gosford (Port Macquarie and Central Coast - New South Wales)
The mountain bike leg starts from Mogo Creek Camping Area, Mogo Creek Rd (off George Downs Drive) near Bucketty. It will finish at Ten Mile Hollow in Dharug National Park. You will be taken by vehicle to Wisemans Ferry for the start of the kayak leg. The mountain bike leg travels along a convict built track, with camping overnight in a delightful camping area. The kayaking is conducted on flat tidal waters in quality double sea kayaks.
Exact meeting point and supplier's details are provided immediately after booking.
Numbers
This tour is number dependant. We do not operate for tours with less than 2 participants. The maximum group size is 8 people.
Session Time
This is an overnight tour. DAY 1 - Start at 8am travel 26 kilometres by mountain bike. DAY 2 - travel 25 kilometres by Kayak and finish approx. 3pm.
Guidelines & Restrictions
You will need to be of average fitness and be able to ride a bike safely. You must be able to swim at least 100m comfortably. Bring joggers, sun protection, comfortable clothing, snacks/food, camping gear, change of clothing, small backpack, a rainjacket (if it looks like rain) and a bottle of water
All guides are first aid trained, we have remote area communications. We can arrange to meet you at Gosford Railway Station. If arriving by train, transfers can be arranged at no extra cost
Extra Info
PLEASE NOTE - Minimum Numbers apply. This tour requires a minimum of 2 people to proceed.
Booking Insurance
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