Butter Box Canyon - Blue Mountains

State: NSW

AUD $390.00

Quantity

Duration: 

8h
One of the best long day canyons around

This canyon is not for the faint-hearted. Three tricky abseils are negotiated before you reach the main creek, which starts with a bit of creek walking and scrambling around big boulders.

Soon the first highlight of the canyon is reached: the two main abseils which lead you down a vertical waterfall. The stance between the abseils is a chockstone, wedged in an airy position half way down the waterfall. This is canyoning at its best!

Another abseil and jump gets us to the end of the canyon. To walk out we sneak up through steep gullies between rock faces and walk along narrow ledges.

The excitement continues at an easy 10 meter rock climb 300 meters above the base of the canyon. Easy walking takes us back to the car park.

Established in 1989 we have taken over 100,000 people on adventures ranging from a 3-hour abseil session to multi-day snow and ice climbing courses.

We are fully insured and licensed by National Parks and Blue Mountains City Council.

We are the only company to offer accommodation packages.

Where do I meet?

At our office located inside the Blue Mountains YHA. 207 Katoomba Street, Katoomba 2780. A 5-minute walk from Katoomba Train Station. Free all day parking around the back of the hostel.

What do I bring?

Dress for the weather, wear running or hiking shoes and bring water and camera. For Canyoning bring running shoes to get wet, swimsuit and waterproof camera.  If you don’t have one we supply a waterproof camera free of charge. We also have helmets fitted with Go Pro mounts.

Do you have a left luggage area?

Yes! you can leave your luggage with us.

What’s included?

Our full day trips include all technical equipment (abseil gear, wetsuit, waterproof backpack, climbing shoes), lunch and transport from our office. We also include a waterproof camera for the group.

Is there an age limit?

We have had people from 6yo to 86yo participate in our adventures. Generally, we have a minimum age of 14yrs for the Summer Canyoning trips. If you have kids under this age please contact us to see if the canyon would be suitable.

Do I need to be fit?

You can get away with average fitness on most of our adventures apart from the Long Day Canyons. For these, you need better than average fitness.(if you’re unsure please ask at the time of booking)

Is it weather dependant?

We still run Abseiling, Canyoning and Survival courses in light rain. We do need fine weather for Rock climbing.

Do you provide free car-parking?

Yes, free parking available.

Do you provide accommodation?

Yes, We are located inside the Blue Mountains YHA so we can provide accommodation at our doorstep. You can book under “Accommodation Packages” on our homepage.

Who are the guides?

Our guides are outdoor enthusiasts with a passion for taking others into our remote and beautiful environment. Minimum qualifications include Certificate 3 in Canyoning, First Aid and Bronze medallion.  Between them, they have hundreds of years experience.

Do you cater to Private Groups?

Yes. We specialise in Bucks and Hens groups, workmates, and social clubs.

What if the trip I want to do is not scheduled in the calendar?

Please contact us and we will try to organise for you.

Do you cater for vegetarians?

Yes we do, please ask at time of booking

Can non-swimmers participate in Canyoning?

Yes, we have had non-swimmers successfully complete canyoning in the past. The waterproof backpack and wetsuit that we supply acts as a buoyancy device. Always contact the office for advice prior to booking.

Butter Box Canyon is an advanced canyon requiring excellent fitness and previous abseiling experience. Advanced Canyon Trips also require high levels of teamwork between clients and guides. A person without the required skills can become a liability and potentially jeopardise the safety of the group.

All participants will be asked to sign a declaration that they are able to:
– Move continuously on foot for up to 12 hours over rough bush tracks, rainforests and creek/canyon beds
– Carry a pack weighing up to 10 kg for the duration of the activity
– Demonstrate previous canyoning experience
– Safely scramble over smooth, slippery rocks and boulders
– Abseil safely and competently down cliffs and waterfalls
– Climb up and down small cliffs
– Competently swim 100 metres
– Swim whilst using a flotation device
– Have a high level of fitness and endurance.

If you have concerns about any of the above factors please call the office to discuss. 

You will need to meet at our office at 7.00am: 207 Katoomba Street (inside the Blue Mountains YHA), Katoomba 2780. Please note that if you are late we may have to leave without you.

Due to the small groups and the specialised nature of what we do we require minimum 48 hours notice to cancel or reschedule your booking. All cancellations incur a $30 fee per person. If you cancel or reschedule within 48hrs of trip departure a full cancellation fee applies. Group bookings (3 or more people) require 14 days notice or a full cancellation fee applies. Click to read full Terms and Conditions. 

Please dress for the weather and bring: A warm jacket, running shoes and socks you can get wet, swimwear, (which you should have on underneath your clothes) 1.5 litres of water, camera. We provide a picnic lunch.

If you have any further questions please refer to our F.A.Q’s page  https://www.highandwild.com.au/faqs/ or call us on 02 4782 6224.  

Start getting excited! Soon you’ll be enjoying one of the best adventure experiences in Australia! Share this adventure on Facebook > 
 
Kind Regards,
Aidan and David

High n Wild Pty Ltd 
207 Katoomba St (Inside the Blue Mountains YHA) 
Katoomba NSW 2780 
Tel:(02) 4782 6224 
info@highandwild.com.au 
www.highandwild.com.au

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