Backpackers Sydney, Byron Bay and NSW

See for real the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, drive along the coastal road to Wollongong, swim in turquoise waters of Bain and Illawong Bay, discover aboriginal carvings, and enjoy the waves of Byron Bay! NSW is such a rich environment for travel experiences, adventure, nature, cities, rainforests...... one of Australia's best destinations, we hope to guide you towards the resources you need to make your NSW backpacking experience as enjoyable as possible try any of the following backpacker activities:

• Byron Bay: a melting pot of surfers, hippies and backpackers, Byron popular for its live music, alternative lifestyle, festivals and beaches.  Dolphins are visible from the shore all year round, or visit the lighthouse to walk out to Australia’s most easterly.


• Coffs Harbour: 4-wheel driving, white-water rafting, diving, sea kayaking, surfing


• Canberra: the nation’s capital lies within the Australian Capital Territory, and history buffs will enjoy the local sights including the Australian War Memorial, the National Museum of Australia and the Royal Australian Mint.


• Snowy Mountains: this area houses Australia’s tallest summit, Mt Kosciusko, and the mountains are a popular tourist spot for skiing and snowboarding in winter.  Thredbo and Perisher Blue are the two premier ski regions.


• Sydney: take in all the sights – such as the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, Circular Quay, The Rocks, Bondi Beach – while staying in some of the great backpacker/share houses that Sydney has on offer.

Experience all of these and more when you go backpacking in New South Wales.