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Experience the thrill of abseiling against the stunning backdrop of the Blue Mountains! Our beginner-friendly single-pitch tour at Narrow Neck Plateau is ideal for families, team-building, or anyone seeking adventure with breathtaking panoramic views.
Under the guidance of our expert instructors, you’ll take your first steps over the edge at your own pace. Start with gentle 5-metre cliffs to build your confidence, then choose to tackle exciting 15-metre descents before culminating in an exhilarating 30-meter overhanging abseil.
With the dramatic Megalong Valley plunging below, each abseil offers a unique thrill and stunning vistas, allowing for individual choice and encouraging you to challenge yourself.
Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling descents and spectacular views that will leave you wanting more!
Difficulty: Suitable for beginners.
Length: Approximately 3 hours.
Included: All canyoning equipment, qualified canyoning guide and safety instruction including on abseiling techniques.
This exciting adventure consists of:
- 6-8 Abseils
- Short walk back to the top
- Beautiful views
IMPORTANT, Please read all of the following:
You will be required to fill out a waiver and medical form on the day. Unaccompanied participants under 18 years of age must have a consent and medical form completed prior by a parent or legal guardian prior to the activity. Please contact us if this is required.
MEETING LOCATION
Please meet approximately 10 minutes before the starting time (listed in the order summary section above), at Narrow Neck lookout, Cliff Drive, Katoomba, NSW. (Please use the toilets located at Katoomba Coles prior to arrival).
Late arrival will result in your tour leaving without you.
WHAT TO BRING FOR ABSEILING:
• Durable older clothing (not too tight, you need freedom of movement)
• Dress Weather Appropriately (Check weather forecasts)
• Warm and windproof jacket and long pants if weather is cold.
• Old running shoes, joggers, trainers or hiking boots (All footwear must be closed in)
• 1 Litre of water
• Sunscreen
• Hair ties for long hair
• Sunglasses (optional)
• Rain jacket (check weather)
• Camera (optional)
• Hat (optional)
• Snacks (optional)
• Please leave valuables at home as we cannot guarantee their safety
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The whole experience was fun, well-organised, and unforgettable. We really appreciated Sean’s positive attitude and encouragement. We would be very happy to come back again for another adventure in the future!
The trip itself exceeded our expectations and was definitely the highlight of our visit to the Blue Mountains due to the continuous stunning views that make you feel like you’re exploring an undiscovered jungle from several million years ago. Abseiling from multiple waterfalls into the canyon and several jumps added some additional adventure rush as well.
We strongly recommend this canyoning trip to other travellers seeking beautiful untouched nature along with some adventure. One point for caution though: it is indeed a strenuous trip that took us about 7-7.5 hours, so keep that in mind if you have doubts about your fitness.
It ended up just being my son and I on the trip, so we were lucky enough to get what felt like a private guided experience. Our guide Gemma was outstanding — friendly, calm and extremely professional.
Partway through the canyon we came across two independent canyoners who were stranded after bringing the wrong rope. Gemma safely managed us, helped them get moving again, and then prusiked back up to our position without fuss. It was seriously impressive to watch and showed real competence, not just guiding.
What stood out most was how relaxed and confident she made the whole day feel. No ego, no drama — just great judgement and communication.
My son works in rope access and we both walked away saying she’s one of the best operators we’ve seen.
We’ll be back for Claustral Canyon and would happily request her again.
Highly recommend Eagle Rock Adventures.
Our guides, Indie and Tim, were absolutely exceptional. They explained everything patiently and made us feel completely safe and comfortable throughout the experience.
I have asthma, so the climb back up was a bit challenging for me. But Indie was incredibly supportive, she stayed with me, gave me time to catch my breath, and calmly talked me through every step of the way.
I’m so glad we decided to do this and chose this amazing team. It was truly an unforgettable experience!
Kai and Indi gave clear instructions and thoroughly prepared us for what was ahead, especially the jumps and abseiling down the 30-foot waterfall. Everything was explained calmly and confidently, and during the abseiling we felt completely supported and secure the entire time—and even saw many rainbows 🌈 on the way down!
Beyond the adrenaline, their knowledge of the canyon really stood out. Learning about the environment and the giant dragonflies, their passion was obvious and showed how much they genuinely care about the place.
Kai and Indi were approachable, encouraging, and great fun to be around, which made the day even better. They struck the perfect balance between adventure and safety, making the whole experience both thrilling and reassuring.
Highly recommend Eagle Rock Adventures to anyone looking for an exciting, well-run canyoning adventure with guides who really know their stuff. We’re already planning our next one!
The canyon itself was breathtaking, and abseiling down the waterfall was truly a once-in-a-lifetime moment. I’m still buzzing from it! I can’t wait to book another adventure with the team soon. Highly recommend! 🌟💦🧗🏻♀️ We can’t wait to do the full day soon
My boyfriend and I went canyoning and abseiling, and it was one of the best adventures we’ve ever had together. The guides Shaun and Mitch were incredible, super knowledgeable, patient, and made sure we felt safe while still keeping everything fun and exciting. The scenery was breathtaking, VERY beautiful and we are keen to come back and do this again soon☺️👏
We had a mix up in a booking with another company and Eagle Rock Adventures fitted us in with no problem. Leo even organised an additional afternoon abseiling adventure, which was the highlight of our day.
Leo is knowledgeable, great with people and his passion for the outdoors shines through.
Definitely recommend Eagle Rock Adventures and thank Leo for such a special and day great memories. We'll definitely be back.
Leo, our guide, was fantastic - it was my first time abseiling and he couldn’t have been a more wonderful coach, I immediately felt confident under his instruction.
I’m already excited to book more canyoning adventures with this crew. Thanks, Team! ❤️
He even got some amazing photos of us all in front of the opera house and harbour bridge
Would definitely recommend this company for your tours 🙂
definitely recommended :) Very friendly and patient instructors (Leo and Tim) , who are up for a joke and make this canyoning a real adventure! I really enjoyed my time :)
Best experience ever! Had the best adventure experience canyoning today in the Empress Falls blue mountains . A big shout out to Sean & Bec, they made the day fun, demonstrated everything to make this tour safe & interesting.Highly Recommend this experience to everyone who appreciates the outdoors & adventure., well organised & great value, can’t wait for the next canyoning experience 👍🏽 Richie & Levi
Butterbox Fantastic day in Butterbox Canyon with my mates. Had the best time and Jemma is an absolute champion of a guide. Very well run and organised.
Fantastic experience I booked a week-end canyoning trip so my boys could discover this activity.We did the Empress Canyon on Saturday and Butterbox on Sunday.
Tim and Seth on Saturday were excellent, very friendly and professional. They made the introduction to canyoning easy and fun.
On Sunday our guide was Ryan. We were not sure if it would happen as the rain had been threatening.
It did happen and we had a fantastic time.
Ryan was great and a pleasure to spend few hours with.
He was also very knowledgeable about the environment, the fauna, the flora, which add to the experience.
A consummate professional, we always felt safe with him.
I couldn't recommend more Eagle Rock if you are planning an adventure trip in the Blue Mountains.
Highly recommend!! Thanks legends!
Absolutely amazing What a thrill! We did the combo abseil and canyoning and it was beyond expectations. Leo was our guide and he was patient and so good at explaining what to do. It felt safe but your adrenaline was pumping. 30m abseiling was a highlight and so was jumping off high rocks into the water. We were lucky that only my partner and I booked that time slot as it felt personalised and we Leo was happy to take photos for us. Highly recommended.Wow! My fam and I had the most amazing day! Our guides Seth and Leo where absolutely out of this world making you feel safe encouraging you when feeling scared or unsure. Our kids, 11 and 14 had the most amazing time and can't wait to do it again. Highly recommend booking a canyoning tour with them
They both had great knowledge of the area from the canyon to the environment and the geology and history of the area. Highly recommend this to anyone interested.
After lunch we moved to the Express Canyon, such an amazing experience with Ryan guiding us through swims, rock slides and some big rock jumps.
The highlight was the 30m abseil down Empress Falls. Amazing views combined with heart pumping fun.
High recommended outdoor adrenaline fueled fun. You will not regret this experience and with Ryan as your guide you're sure to have a great time.
Thanks Ryan!
What an Adventure We had an awesome day doing the Macquarie Pass canyon. The jumps were great fun, the slides fast and the water nice and clean. James was the perfect guide, super friendly, with an incredible knowledge of the area. Highly recommend!!!!
Great Experience for the adventurous ! Amazing experience abseiling and canyoning at Empress Canyon in the blue mountains Had professional and friendly guides who helped us every step of the way. Definitely an experience you’d love to do again. If you love adventure and adrenaline (and not scared of heights) this is the perfect activity if your with friends, a couple or solo
Exhilarating, Challenging and Fun! Amazing experience today on the full day Combo - Abseiling & Canyoning adventure at Narrow Neck Plateau (Blue Mountains) + Empress Canyon (Blue Mountains). Ken and Arno (instructors) ensured we had a fabulous experience - especially patient with my 11-year-old son who conquered his fear of heights and managed to abseil 30m down Empress Falls. Highly recommend this company to other families with teenagers wanting a challenging fun day out. Ken shared his extensive local knowledge of the flora, fauna and geology of the Blue Mountains. Mum with 16, 13 & 11-year-old had just as much fun as the kids.
Shaun made sure we were comfortable and eased us into the adventure. Watching our two boys abseil down the cliff face will be something we will never forget. We felt confident in their care. Great sense of achievement and amazing day out! Definitely recommend for beginners.
Thanks guys!
Half day abseiling, Mount York James from Eagle Rock Adventures took my daughter and myself abseiling at Mount York, Blue Mountains. James was a thorough professional, with our comfort and safety his number 1 priority. James delivered clear and concise instruction which enhanced our abseiling experience. I would highly recommended the team from Eagle Rock Adventures, and in particular James for your next adventure.
Eagle Rock Rocks!!! Incredible in every sense We chose to combine an abseiling experience with the Empress Falls Canyoning day. This was a very special occasion and although we had booked something else, this turned out amazing. The recent rains made our original plan impossible but Paul and James from Eagle Rock Adventures did a great job of pivoting and communicating clearly the whole way.
The day itself was unreal. We went for the Boar's Head Abseiling which was epic and awe striking and challenging and humbling all while being the amazing bonding experience my friend and I were hoping for.
After a great lunch we then began our canyoning experience. Again, because of recent weather we had to make small adjustments and by no means did they make any impact on our experience. Canyoning was unbelievable. Being able to immerse yourself in nature like this, while combining some adventure and excitement was beyond my expectations. I was not even done with the day and already planning for a future visit!
Although it was certainly not easy, it never felt scarier than a healthy respect for Mother Nature should make you feel.
This is where James was such an incredible guide and ambassador for canyoning itself, for his company and for himself. He combined the art of guiding and educating, with a great talent for fun and humor/wit while not once compromising on keeping us focussed on safety. He balanced these so well that I wish I could write a review for him personally. I have a lot of experience in this field and I cannot overstate how much he impressed me. At the end one feels that one has gained a lifelong memory of something so incredibly powerful, but also that you have gained a friend who was kind enough to introduce it to you. Truly above and beyond!
All in all, anyone wanting a life changing experience should look no further!
Well done Eagle Rock Adventures, and special shout out to James!
Thank you
Eagle Rock Rocks!!! Incredible in every sense We chose to combine an abseiling experience with the Empress Falls Canyoning day. This was a very special occasion and although we had booked something else, this turned out amazing. The recent rains made our original plan impossible but Paul and James from Eagle Rock Adventures did a great job of pivoting and communicating clearly the whole way.
The day itself was unreal. We went for the Boar's Head Abseiling which was epic and awe striking and challenging and humbling all while being the amazing bonding experience my friend and I were hoping for.
After a great lunch we then began our canyoning experience. Again, because of recent weather we had to make small adjustments and by no means did they make any impact on our experience. Canyoning was unbelievable. Being able to immerse yourself in nature like this, while combining some adventure and excitement was beyond my expectations. I was not even done with the day and already planning for a future visit!
Although it was certainly not easy, it never felt scarier than a healthy respect for Mother Nature should make you feel.
This is where James was such an incredible guide and ambassador for canyoning itself, for his company and for himself. He combined the art of guiding and educating, with a great talent for fun and humor/wit while not once compromising on keeping us focussed on safety. He balanced these so well that I wish I could write a review for him personally. I have a lot of experience in this field and I cannot overstate how much he impressed me. At the end one feels that one has gained a lifelong memory of something so incredibly powerful, but also that you have gained a friend who was kind enough to introduce it to you. Truly above and beyond!
All in all, anyone wanting a life changing experience should look no further!
Well done Eagle Rock Adventures, and special shout out to James!
Thank you
Exciting, once in a lifetime My partner and I booked a tour with Eagle Rock and travelled 3+ hours to Katoomba to meet Ryan What a great experience with such a knowledgeable tour guide every contact from booking the tour to the contact with James and meeting Ryan we were not disappointed. The canyoning its self was unbelievable with Ryan's fantastic guidance and in-depth knowledge
Amazing experience I am 40 and my partner is 47, our fitness level is not great either. We did full abseiling (5m, 15m and 30m), canyoning to the empress fall, then abseiled down through the waterfall. It was the most challenging experience as it was raining on and off during the whole adventure. Our guides were Ryan and Lucas, they’re so passionate about what they’re doing and it wasn’t just an adventure, Ryan explained the history of the rainforest, showing the different type of leaves, the whole experience was so amazing. If the garden of Eden was real, this is it, the rainforest was breathtakingly beautiful. It was muddy, there were lots of stairs and rocks to climb, we were exhausted at the end, but I think if it was a clear weather, we wouldn’t be as tired. Overall it was an absolutely amazing experience. A couple lost their go pro when abseiling down the waterfall. if you want to take your go pro, leave it inside your wetsuit when going down the waterfall, and you need proper clip to the helmet as you need to jump down to the water at least 3-4 times. Careful with the rocks, just walk slowly and enjoy the surroundings.
Safe, challenging and thrilling Leo and Pavlo were nothing short of amazing. They were professional and adaptable to situations while giving clear and concise instructions. They have a deep understanding of the environment and shared that knowledge with the group to help us appreciate the experience. We did multiple rock jumps, canyon trekking and the piece de resistance was the 30m waterfall abseil.
Safety was kept at the top priority and never once did we feel unsafe. Kudos to Leo and Pavlo for taking care of the whole group.
Note to those trying the Empress Canyon route. Make sure you have a base level of fitness to fully enjoy the experience.






















