Wollangambe Canyon - Section One

From AUD $285.00
  • Duration: 9 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: KATOOMBA, New South Wales

A little more involved than the second section of the river, section one is a
full day canyon spent floating on lilos (inflatable airbeds) through long, deep
pools and scrambling over large boulder fields in between. Wollangambe is
different from most other canyons, being of a more open, sunny nature. Drifting
down this crystal-clear river between the towering rock walls is like a touch
of paradise. We pause for lunch on an unspoilt sandy beach. For some added
spice try shooting some of the short rapids that link many of the pools. For
the more adventurous there are some optional waterjumps off the canyon walls.
The steady uphill walk out takes 1 ¼ hours.


Lunch


All BMAC full day participants receive a generous picnic

lunch, provided by our local deli. 
Select one of their delicious, gourmet sandwich options when you book
your trip.  Altitude Deli can cater to
most dietary requirements with notice, so please let us know of your needs as
soon as possible.


Equipment provided


We will provide you with a backpack, lilo, wetsuit, waterproof

bag, helmet, harness, carabiners and abseil descender. We also cover your
National Parks and Wildlife Service park entry fee.  While we encourage all participants to bring
their own weather-appropriate clothing (see below), we have spare warm clothing
and rain jackets if needed.


Things to bring 


Comfortable clothes suited to the conditions.  Katoomba is 1000m above sea level and you can
expect cooler temperatures than in Sydney. 
As a general rule we recommend:


Long sleeves and pants for sun and scratch protection

Wool, synthetic and fleece fabrics (no cotton or denim)

Closed shoes

Sun hat, sunscreen and warm beanie

Rain jacket

Sneakers / sandshoes and woollen socks to wear in the
canyon. These will get wet!

Hair tie for those with long hair

Swimming costume to wear under your wetsuit

Personal medication (Ventolin/EpiPen etc.)

Water bottle, at least 1.5 litres.

Recommended:

Thermal underwear to wear under your wetsuit in cold
conditions

Camera or Smartphone. 
The wet canyon environment is incredibly photogenic and we recommend
bringing a waterproof camera.  We hire
waterproof digital cameras and sell waterproof smartphone cases in the
office.  Just ask your guide. 

Second set of clothes, shoes and socks to leave in the
office or van for the end of the day

Plastic bag for wet items 


Participant Requirements

 

We believe our canyoning adventures are heaps of fun and we
want to ensure you have the best experience possible. It’s important to us that
you have the fitness and skills to enjoy your time with us so please read on:

Fitness:  Participants

are required to have a good level of fitness. 
There is some bushwalking during the day, including some steep
sections.  All participants are required
to carry a backpack throughout the day.

Abseiling:  No
experience necessary.  There is no
compulsory abseiling in this canyon.

Mobility: 
Participants are required to have good mobility as we will be moving
through uneven terrain in a remote environment. 

Swimming:  This canyon
involves swimming.  If you have any
concerns about your swimming ability, please contact our office.

Also: BMAC requires each participant to follow all
instructions from our guides, to maintain a safe work environment and ensure
the wellbeing and safety of the whole group.

 Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns,

we’d be delighted to talk with you.