Whales and wildflowers guided walk: Cape Solander
Kurnell area in Kamay Botany Bay National Park
Overview
Walk alongside a NPWS Discovery Guide on a 2-hour guided tour of the magnificent sandstone cliffs at Cape Solander. Keep a look out for both whales and wildflowers as you learn about the Kurnell area in Kamay Botany Bay National Park.
- When
Tour time: 9am to 11am. Meet at 8.45am.
Tour dates:
- 29 June 2025
- 5,8,12, 15, 19 July 2025
- 27,30 September 2025
- 4, 7, 11, 18, 25 October 2025
- 1 November 2025
- Where
- Cape Solander, Kurnell area
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Grade
- Medium. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 years and above. Children must be under strict supervision by an adult due to proximity of walking trail to cliffs.
- Price
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Adult $20. Concession/Child (5 to 16 years) $15. Family (2 adults, 2 children) $50.
- Entry fees
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Park entry fees apply
- Meeting point
- Whale watching platform, Cape Solander.
- What to
bring - Sunscreen, drinking water, snacks, sturdy shoes, suitable clothing
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.
- Availability
- Group bookings available on request. For more information, please email or call NPWS Discovery team – Sydney South office on 02 9542 0615.
Join a 2-hour guided walk with a Discovery ranger along the spectacular coastline of Kamay Botany Bay National Park. Enjoy exquisite views as you watch for whales and explore the wildflower covered coastal heath of Cape Solander.
You'll walk 4km through stunning scenery from Cape Solander lookout to Tabbagai Point and back. Learn about the diverse wildflowers that create an ever-changing display along the trail. Bring your camera to capture picturesque pockets of colourful native blooms.
Cape Solander is one of Sydney's best whale watching spots. Look for humpback whales, common bottlenose dolphins and Australian fur seals as they pass the cliffs. You may even spot a rare sighting of a southern right whale. You'll hear about the fascinating journey of marine mammals as they migrate up and down the coast.
Bird watchers can look to the sky for white-bellied sea eagles, nankeen ketsrels and black-shouldered kites. You might even be lucky enough to spot yellow-tailed black cockatoos or the elusive king quail.
Bring your binoculars for a closer look, a snack to eat and clothing for all weather. There are no amenities at Cape Solander or along the tour.
Operated by
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in the Kurnell area of Kamay Botany Bay National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
7am–7.30pm August to May. 7am–5.30pm June to July.
Areas may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day applies in the Kurnell area only. The park has coin-operated pay and display machines - please bring correct coins. The park also has credit card accepting payment facilities.
Buy annual pass
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