The highlights
- Bald Hill Lookout, Stanwell Tops: sweeping views down the Illawarra coast, and a hang gliding spot.
- Sea Cliff Bridge: 665 m long, opened in December 2005, on the 140 km Grand Pacific Drive.
- Kiama Blowhole: a 2.5 m opening with recorded plumes of over 30 m, with accessible viewing platforms.
- Kiama Lighthouse: built in 1887, right beside the Blowhole.
- Little Blowhole: off Tingira Crescent, often more active in a big swell (no access provisions).
How far is Kiama from Sydney?
Destination Kiama puts it at about 90 minutes from Sydney, or about 1 hour 45 minutes via the slower, scenic Grand Pacific Drive. We usually take the coast road down and the motorway home.
Sample day on the South Coast
- 8:30am: pickup in Sydney.
- Bald Hill Lookout: photos over the coast.
- Sea Cliff Bridge: a stop to walk part of the bridge.
- Wollongong: lunch by the harbour.
- Kiama: the Blowhole, lighthouse and Little Blowhole. The Visitor Centre is open 9am to 5pm.
- Home: back to Sydney by evening.
Whale watching season
NSW National Parks says whales migrate along the coast between May and November. The headlands at Kiama and the Illawarra are good spots to watch from land.
Prices for the whole car
| South Coast group size | Price for the whole car |
|---|---|
| Up to 2 guests | A$850 |
| Up to 4 guests | A$1,100 |
| Up to 6 guests | A$1,300 |
| Up to 7 guests | A$1,450 |
| Up to 10 guests | A$1,800 |
| Up to 11 guests | A$1,900 |
Prices are for the whole private car and chauffeur, not per person. Entry tickets, tastings and meals are extra. Baby and child seats are A$10 each.
See our Wollongong and South Coast private tour.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is the Kiama Blowhole from Sydney?
About 90 minutes by car, or about 1 hour 45 minutes on the scenic Grand Pacific Drive.
How long is the Sea Cliff Bridge?
665 metres. It opened in December 2005 and is part of the Grand Pacific Drive.
When is the Kiama Blowhole best?
It's most active in a big swell, especially from the south-east. Your driver can check conditions on the day.
Can we see whales on this tour?
Whales migrate past the NSW coast between May and November, so it's possible from the headlands in season.
How much is a private Kiama tour?
From A$850 for up to 2 guests, for the whole car. Call or WhatsApp 0434 663 034.
