South Coast Adventure Guides Experiences

South Coast Adventure Guides is passionate about providing quality, safe adventures and courses in incredible places. No matter what you're looking for, we have a trip for you!

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Adventure Experiences

We offer a variety of adventurous day trips to cater for all the needs and abilities. Find out what the thrill of climbing and abseiling is all about, in a safe and supportive environment!
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Rock Climbing

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Come and find out for yourself why rock climbing is becoming so popular! The South Coast is home to some of Australia's finest climbing areas and we offer a variety of rock climbing adventures to suit all levels of experience.

The South Coast is home to some of Australia's finest climbing areas and we offer a variety of rock climbing adventures to suit all levels of experience.

Whether it be discovering the caves and pockets of the riverside cliffs of Nowra, hearing the waves crash below you at Point Perpendicular, climbing right near a waterfall at Tianjara Falls, or scaling the heights of Mount Keira overlooking Wollongong - there is something for you.

Come for an adventure day and find out for yourself why rock climbing is becoming so popular!

We run this experience in a variety of incredible locations (selected based on participant needs):

Course Information

What will I learn?

  • Some Basic Knots
  • Safe belaying
  • Crag safety and etiquette
  • Climbing technique and movement

What is provided?

  • A professionally guided and safe learning environment
  • All equipment
  • A healthy lunch

What do I need to bring?

  • Snacks and water
  • Appropriate clothing and enclosed shoes
  • A backpack

Are there fitness requirements?

  • The ability to walk into the crag - that's it!
  • Technique in climbing is much more important than strength and we'll talk you through everything you need to know.

Are there any knowledge pre-requisites?

  • None - we will teach you everything you need to know!

Nowra

Point Perpendicular

Mount Keira

Tianjara Falls

Instructional Courses

Whether you’re taking your first steps outdoors or looking to build advanced skills, we can help you progress safely and confidently. Our guides are highly qualified and we keep our courses small to ensure plenty of hands-on coaching and time on the rock.
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Learn To Lead Climb - 2 Days

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Thinking of venturing out of the gym? Wanting to be self-sufficient and safe at the crag? Our two day lead climbing course covers all the fundamentals to get you started.

Course Information

What will I learn?

  • Skills to safely lead climb
  • Skills to safely build and clean anchors
  • Belaying a leader— including catching falls
  • Stick clipping
  • Safety check system
  • Understanding of equipment used in climbing
  • What to bring to the crag
  • How to bail off a lead climb

What is provided?

  • A professionally guided and safe learning environment
  • All equipment
  • A healthy lunch
  • A course manual

What do I need to bring?

  • Snacks and water
  • Appropriate clothing and enclosed shoes
  • A backpack big enough to help carry equipment
  • It is recommended that you bring your own personal climbing gear (e.g. shoes, harness, helmet) if you have it

Are there fitness requirements?

  • The ability to walk into the crag – that's it!

Are there any knowledge pre-requisites?

  • Previous top roping experience in the gym or outdoors is recommended, e.g. Introduction to Outdoor Climbing or equivalent

Multiday Expedition Trips

At South Coast Adventure Guides, we love heading into wild places, away from the crowds, in search of great adventures. We’ve selected a handful of our favourite destinations for these expedition-style trips, each offering a unique chance to explore some of Australia’s most remarkable landscapes.

Our expedition trips do require certain experience and fitness levels. If you’re unsure whether a trip is right for you, please get in touch — we’re always happy to help you choose the best option.

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Canyoning Expeditions

Thinking of venturing out of the gym? Wanting to be self-sufficient and safe at the crag? Our two day lead climbing course covers all the fundamentals to get you started.

Bungonia Canyoning - 2 Days

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Our canyoning trips offer the chance to move through landscapes few people ever see, combining exploration, adventure, and the quiet beauty of remote country.

Our experienced guides manage the technical aspects of the journey so you can focus on enjoying the adventure and the incredible landscapes around you.

Bungonia, located in the Southern Highlands, is a stunning area with deep gorges, wild caves and rugged landscape offering plenty of adventure.

Bungonia canyon includes 6 abseils up to 70m. It also includes some amazing views, large swimming holes and slides. Grill Cave is one of Bungonia's original show caves. It is relatively "open" and there are no mandatory tight spaces. We use Grill Cave as a way to get used to scrambling and climbing before the canyon the following day.

If you’re unsure whether you have the right level of fitness or experience, please get in touch — we’re always happy to talk it through.

Box Creek- https://ropewiki.com/Box_Creek_Canyon
Kanangra Main- https://ropewiki.com/Kanangra_Main_Canyon
Kalang- https://ropewiki.com/Kalang_Falls_Canyon
Danae Brook- https://ropewiki.com/Danae_Brook_Canyon

Course Information

What does the trip involve?

  • A half day of abseiling skills
  • An afternoon exploring Grill cave
  • A full day doing Bungonia creek canyon
  • Stay at Bungonia National Park campsite
  • Explore the amazing lookouts and walks that Bungonia has to offer

What will I learn?

  • Abseiling skills
  • Canyoning skills
  • Information and Bungonia geography, flora and fauna
  • Basic caving skills in Grill Cave
  • Minimal impact practices

What is provided?

  • A professionally guided and safe learning environment
  • All roping equipment
  • Canyon wetsuit (for additional hire)
  • All camping equipment if needed (for additional hire)
  • Meals from Saturday lunch until Sunday afternoon
  • All camping fees for Bungonia's outstanding camping facilities

What do I need to bring?

  • Snacks and water
  • A backpack to carry items
  • Personal clothing and other items
  • A full pack list is provided ahead of the trip

Are there fitness requirements?

  • Yes — a good level of fitness is required for these trips, as we will be walking in remote terrain and carrying packs.
  • Some experience scrambling on rocks is recommended

Are there any knowledge pre-requisites?

  • No specific experience is required. However, it can be beneficial if participants have some prior experience with abseiling.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Morning: Arrive, meet and greet, then drive to the abseil site.
  • Day 1 - Activity: Abseiling for the first half of the day.
  • Day 1 - Lunch: Break for lunch, then move to the carpark for Grill Cave.
  • Day 1 - Afternoon: Explore Grill Cave.
  • Day 1 - Evening: Head back to camp to set up and have dinner. Prepare gear for Bungonia Canyon.
  • Day 2 - Morning: Early start. Walk to Bungonia Creek and begin the canyon descent.
  • Day 2 - Activity: The canyon takes most of the day; enjoy the big abseils and beautiful pools.
  • Day 2 - Afternoon: Walk out via the 'Red Track' and return to camp.
  • Day 2 - Wrap-up: Final pack down and goodbyes.

Kanangra Canyoning - 2 Days

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Our canyoning trips offer the chance to move through landscapes few people ever see, combining exploration, adventure, and the quiet beauty of remote country.

Our experienced guides manage the technical aspects of the journey so you can focus on enjoying the adventure and the incredible landscapes around you.

Kanangra is famous for its wild and dramatic landscape. With Kanangra Main having up to 15 pitches of abseiling, these canyons provide BIG adventures. We offer trips through a variety of Kanangra canyons: Box Creek, Kalang, Kanangra Main, and Danae Brook.

Course Information

What does the trip involve?

  • Abseil up to 15 pitches through some of the most remarkable wilderness
  • Stay at Kanangra–Boyd campground, a beautiful wilderness campground
  • For more canyon information see links at end of section

What will I learn?

  • Abseiling skills
  • Canyoning skills
  • Information about Kanangra geography, flora and fauna
  • Minimal impact practices

What is provided?

  • A professionally guided and safe learning environment
  • All roping equipment
  • Canyon wetsuit (for additional hire)
  • All camping equipment if needed (for additional hire)
  • Meals from Saturday lunch until Sunday afternoon
  • All camping fees for Bungonia's outstanding camping facilities

What do I need to bring?

  • Snacks and water
  • A backpack to carry items
  • Personal clothing and other items
  • A full pack list is provided ahead of the trip

Are there fitness requirements?

  • Yes — a good level of fitness is required for these trips, as we will be walking in remote terrain and carrying packs.
  • Some experience scrambling on rocks is recommended

Are there any knowledge pre-requisites?

  • Abseiling experience is required
  • Some canyoning experience is recommended
  • If you’re unsure whether you have the right level of fitness or experience, please get in touch — we’re always happy to talk it through.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Morning: Arrive and introductions. Drive to the Box Creek carpark.
  • Day 1 - Activity: Descend Box Creek Canyon.
  • Day 1 - Evening: Head to Kanangra Campground. Set up and enjoy a nice evening; prepare for the main canyon.
  • Day 2 - Morning: Early start. Drive to the carpark, walk in, and descend the amazing Kanangra Canyon.
  • Day 2 - Afternoon: Walk back to the cars. Well done!
  • Day 2 - Wrap-up: Return to camp, pack up, and head home.

TRG Training (The Learning Phase)

This 4-day intensive course is designed for active climbers who want to transition into professional guiding.

Between Training and Assessment

You must log the following:

  1. Guiding Experience: At least 5 days of supervised work (assisting or co-delivering sessions).
  2. Personal Climbing: At least 5 days of personal outdoor climbing (minimum 20 routes) at various locations.

Note: These are the minimum requirements. To feel confident during your assessment, it is highly recommended that you exceed these numbers.

TRG Assessment

This is the final 2-day evaluation to prove you are competent to lead sessions independently.

Sport Climbing Instructor

Training (2 Days)

  • Capacity: 1 trainer to 6 candidates (Requires 2+ people to run).
  • Goal: Learning how to teach others to lead climb on sport routes independently and safely.
  • Entry Requirements:
    • Must hold a current TRG (Top Rope Guide) or SPG (Single Pitch Guide) cert.
    • 20 days logged as a guide at various locations.
    • 80 sport routes logged personally at various locations.
    • Consistent lead climbing at Grade 18 or higher.

Phase 2: Consolidation (Between Training & Assessment)

  • Teach: 10 days of supervised or assistant instruction for lead climbing.
  • Climb: 30 new sport routes across different venues.
  • Maintain: Solid lead climbing proficiency at Grade 18+.

Phase 3: Assessment (1 Day)

  • Capacity: 1 assessor to 2 candidates.
  • Requirements:
    • Demonstrate mastery of the entire syllabus.
    • Instruct "model clients" (real climbers) in a practical setting.
    • Submit a professional session plan for the teaching day.
    • Hold a current, valid First Aid certificate.

Single Pitch Guide

The Training (4 Days)

This is an intensive course designed to bridge the gap between "climbing for fun" and "instructing for work."

  • Structure: The first two days focus on group dynamics (1:6 ratio), while the final two days dive into technical mastery (1:3 ratio).
  • What You'll Learn: Beyond just knots, you'll master high-efficiency anchor systems, self-rescue techniques, site management, and environmental ethics.
  • The "Shortcut": If you are already a competent trad lead climber (Grade 14), you can skip the "Top Rope Guide" level and jump straight into this.
  • Perks: Your course fee covers your ACIA Associate Membership for the year.

The "Interim" (Experience Building)

You cannot go straight to assessment. After training, you must continue documenting your experience in a logbook:

  1. Lead Climbing: You must log either 40 lead climbs (at least half at Grade 14 or higher) OR a total of 1,000 meters of lead climbing across various rock types.
  2. Shadowing: You are required to complete observation days with qualified guides. Your trainers will tell you exactly how many days you need based on your performance during the 4-day course.

The Assessment (2 Days)

The final hurdle to becoming a certified guide.

  • Requirements: You must present your completed logbook and demonstrate that you can lead Grade 14 on traditional gear with total confidence.
  • Outcome: Passing this means you are officially qualified to lead and instruct both single-pitch climbing and abseiling activities professionally.