Walking Rivers – Guided Wilderness Adventures in Australia
Experience unforgettable guided wilderness adventures in Australia with Walking Rivers. Our trips combine remote landscapes, expert guides and genuine adventure for people who want to explore beyond the ordinary.
From thrilling abseiling adventures near Newcastle, NSW, to multi-day river journeys through some of the wildest country in NSW. Designed for people who love nature, challenge and discovery.
Based near Sydney, Walking Rivers specialises in small-group adventures in spectacular places, including:
Broughton Island, Myall Lakes National Park
Kosciuszko National Park
Barrington Tops National Park
Whether you are a first-time adventurer or an experienced outdoor enthusiast, our guides will teach you the skills and confidence to enjoy a safe and memorable adventure.
No experience is necessary — just bring curiosity, a sense of adventure and a willingness to explore.
Duke of Edinburgh’s
Award Journeys
Adventure journeys are a big part of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) program. Encouraging young people, building teamwork, and teaching individuals through kayaking, abseiling & bushwalking adventures
For people that want to mix some adrenaline with their time in the outdoors, our Watagan’s Park license allows some great cliffs for you to play on. People of any age and physical ability can do this, all it takes is some courage.
Whitewater rafting is thrilling for all ages, combining teamwork, laughter, and stunning scenery. With calm stretches and exciting rapids, it’s perfect for families and adventurers seeking outdoor fun.
Bushwalking that’s more than a walk through the bush
Let us provide the opportunity for you to reconnect with nature. More than just a walk through the bush, you will learn navigation and survival skills in addition to using the bush as a therapy to de-stress.
Let Kayaking enter your life and you might get addicted
Enjoy a fully guided single day or multi-day Kayak journey on some of NSW premier waterways. Catering to all levels of experience and supplying everything you need to soak up some water therapy.
In addition to a comprehensive list of Duke of Edinburgh adventurous journeys, all levels, we can tailor a full range of activities around kayaking abseiling & bushwalking adventures to suit individual school group requirements and outcomes.
I had the most incredible experience absailing with Ivan. It was such an amazing day from the travel there, the first wall and then the 60m wall! We were also cooked a delicious stir fry for lunch to which my sister and I who both don’t eat meat were catered for. I can’t thank them enough for the day and the memories and I would 100% recommend them to anyone seeking the adventure and the same amazing experience!
Response from the owner:Myself and Lisa enjoyed the day as well Tammy. It was great meeting your family and maybe we can meet up again, one day on another adventure somewhere. Thank you for the positive review it is appreciated.
I had a fantastic experience! The booking process was seamless, and the communication leading up to the day was excellent. Ivan was exceptionally organised, utilising well-maintained equipment and demonstrating a deep knowledge of the activity. He provided valuable insights about the local area and the surrounding bush, sharing his passion and enthusiasm throughout the experience. I highly recommend this adventure!
Response from the owner:Wow !!!! Love the well written review , thank you very much. Its great for me read and understand what you thought of your abseiling experience. I hope to see you both again when you get to the letter K .
Cheers Ivan
We were doing 1 day Watagan's bushwalking Tour on 5 Jan 2025. The tour was amazing and full of fun and adventure. Our guide Ivan Macfadyen shared a lot of useful information about navigating in the bush and provided us with the rules of a safe behavior. Thank you Ivan for this unforgettable experience!
Response from the owner:Thank you Yulia, for taking the time to write a review for me, it is appreciated. I love reading them to see what people think of their day on one of our Walking Rivers Adventures. I hope to see you all again one day on a river rafting trip.
I wish you all the best.
Ivan.
Spent the day with a big group of friends and IVAN. What a great day. Had the best experience and felt safe and supported the whole time with Ivan's expertise and advice. Would recommend. Was great to get out and do something different. Loved it.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review Kyle. I enjoy reading about your thoughts and feeling's on how your day abseiling in the Watagan's went for you.
I will look forward to seeing your group again one day, on a different adventure.
Cheers Ivan
We had an amazing time abseiling with Ivan. He exudes confidence when it comes to all things adventure. On our trip we had one person who was particularly scared of heights.
He was able to "push" her past her previous limits.
Healthy lunch on site, plenty of support and a true nature lover.
Can thoroughly recommend.
Response from the owner:Terrific review Anthony, thank you, its appreciated when I hear how happy you all were with your abseiling day . For some people, abseiling over a cliff can seem to be a daunting insurmountable challenge. I love seeing the smile on their face when they are driving back in the troopy, reflecting on their days accomplishments, doing something they didn't believe they could do.
Your group is welcome on any of our adventures anytime.
Cheers Ivan.
