Overview
Experiencing World Heritage Wilderness The Blue Mountains have been recognized as a world-class nature destination (only 90 minutes outside Sydney) for more than 100 years, supplying a range of different nature experiences that include low and high adventure. Whether it be accessing remote deep canyons, far away mountains, or a peaceful stroll in a secluded rainforest, the Blue Mountains are the birth place of Australian adventure.
The Blue Mountains were inscribed on the World Heritage list in November 2000 for defining examples of unparalleled nature - a unique laboratory of biological and evolutionary track. This recognizes the beautiful difference that nature and visitors can share together with the help of an eco guide to accentuate your wilderness experience.
Visitors who are looking for a true nature holiday can now be guaranteed of receiving a best practice minimal impact nature experience, using an Advanced Ecotourism Accredited operator such as Tread Lightly eco tours that works in the Blue Mountains World Heritage National Park. Tread Lightly eco tours has recently been acclaimed as the best ecotourism company in NSW (Newcastle University).
"Ecotourism is ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas that fosters environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation".
Tourism operators in Australia who have their tours, attractions or accommodations business accredited under the Eco Certification Program can genuinely claim to provide authentic ecotourism products.
Accredited operators have been independently audited by their peers and visitors to maintain a high level of conservation and respect for the beautiful environment you have come to see.
Whenever possible, seek out an ecotourism accredited business and experience for yourself the difference of “Best Practice” and know you are doing something for the environment you’re visiting.
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Travel & Industry Awards |
- Awarded Highest Credible Ecotourism Company in NSW (Newcastle University)
- Advanced Ecotourism Accredited
- Tourism Business Australia Accredited
- Excellence in Tourism Award
- Blue Mountains Tourism Award
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Affiliations |
- Ecotourism Australia
- Blue Mountains Tourism Association
- Visiting Journalists Program
- Rural Fire and Rescue Service
- Wildlife Information and Rescue Service
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Reservation Policy
All tours are tailor made to suit your needs and interests. Email or call for details on all tour options so that Tread Lightly can specialize your hiking or sightseeing program. Early booking is essential to guarantee.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation is 100% of tour fee if within 48 hours. Tours run 24/7 year round except Christmas Day. Tours are subject to availability.
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