More than 500 national parks in Australia occupy 4% of its territory and serve as places of attraction for numerous tourists. They are located in all provinces of the country and some of them have become world famous for their unique landscapes and modern tourist infrastructure.
Briefly about the best
Among the most visited in Australia are the Blue Mountains National Parks. The secret of their popularity lies in the short distance from Sydney, and in the variety of flora and fauna, and in the magnificent landscapes:
- The Blue Mountains Park appeared on the map of Australia in the middle of the last century, and fifty years later it is visited by more than a million people annually.
- Kanangra Boyd, 180 km from Sydney, is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Its main pride is the most beautiful waterfalls, including the 225-meter Kalang.
- Founded in 1972, Lake Thirlmere Park invites its guests to relax on the shores of a pristine reservoir and enjoy hiking along its shores.
Blue Mountains
Direct transport links to Blue Mountains Park are established from Sydney. You can get from the metropolis by rail from the central city station, and using a bus tour offered by many tour agencies. The Sydney - Catumbo road takes about two hours. You can stay overnight in this Australian National Park at motels, hotels, apartments and campgrounds.
Popular activities for visitors to the park include jeep safaris, kangaroo watching, participation in national Aboriginal festivals, mountain climbing, river rafting and hiking on specially equipped trails in the wilderness.
The answers to questions can be found on the website - www.bluemountainscitytourism.com.au.
Red earth
Australia's world famous Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park was established in 1958. The main natural attraction around which the park was created is Mount Uluru, which is considered sacred by the local aborigines.
The nearest settlement is Alice Springs, 440 km from the reserve. You can get here by rented car along the Great Central Road, which is also a landmark of the green continent.
The rules of conduct for guests of the park prescribe the observance of cleanliness, a ban on making a fire and strict adherence to the order of parking and entrances to attractions. Failure to comply with them entails substantial monetary fines.
Enjoy a picnic
If your stay in Australia is limited in time and it is clearly not enough to visit remote parks, you can go to one of the islands of Sydney Bay. On Goat Island there is an interesting museum exposition about the colonial history of the city, and on Shark you can organize a picnic with the whole family against the backdrop of magnificent views of Sydney. The recreation areas are equipped with drinking water sources and toilets, and the easiest way to get to the islands is by regular ferries or water taxis.
