It's that time of year where we all try desperately to find really original and different presents for our friends and family. It's certainly a challenge but have no fear, I think I've found you the perfect solution!
If you are planning a trip to Sydney, or perhaps you are lucky enough to live here, then doing the Bridge Climb Sydney is a memorable and quite frankly, awesome experience. This would certainly be an unusual present that they are likely to remember for a lifetime.
So what makes the Bridge Climb Sydney so special?
Sydneys harbour is pretty spectacular at the best of times but seeing it from an elevated position from the top of the Harbour bridge, is quite simply breathtaking.
But you get more than that - you get 360 degree views of Sydney in its entirety. From its suburbs to its waters and even the Blue Mountains on a blue sky day.
The Harbour Bridge is an icon across the world not only for Sydney but for Australia. It is quite simply a masterpiece. No-one could have missed the amazing fireworks every New Year's Eve that get set off right on the bridge.
The climb itself is no longer than 2km and takes 3.5 hours in total (that includes the safety briefing.) I wouldn't advise doing the climb if you are afraid of heights or if you struggle to walk unaided (e.g. you need a stick) or if you are pregnant. Kids from 10 years up are able to join the walk so that should give you an idea of how difficult it is - not that difficult!
There's now a selection of climbs that you can take part in.
The Bridge Climb - this is the original climb (and probably still the best)
The Discovery Climb - this gives you a behind the scenes look at the bridge and takes you on the inner arch. You still go to the summit but they tell you more about the bridge on the way up and you are not on the outer arch.
The Express Climb - done in smaller groups so the climb takes less time (2 hours 15 mins) - good for those with limited time
Gift certificates range from approx $200 to $300 (cheaper for children) and it looks pretty swish when you open it up. It really will create a wow factor as a Christmas Gift.
For those of you who want to know more about the fabulous Harbour Bridge then here are some interesting facts that I learned on my Bridge Climb:
- The Total length of the Bridge is 1149 metres including the approach spans
- It took 272,000 litres of paint to give the bridge its initial 3 coats of paint
- Th Arch may rise or fall by 18cm due to heating or cooling
- There are approximately 6,000,000 rivets on the bridge
This really is a great experience that you could do as a family, as an individual or even a romantic way to propose to your girlfriend. Hopefully that's one more present you can tick of your list!
The author Jennifer Schellington has nearly 5 years experience of travel around Australia. www.realaustraliatravel.com offers essential advice about travel around Australia as well as great places to visit, including hidden gems that only the aussie's know about. Click here for more information on Sydney Bridge Climb
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