Royal National Park and Figure Eight Pools Experience
From AU $99 per person
This guided adventure to the Figure Eight Pools rock formation in the Royal National Park is a trip that needs to be on your bucket list. With an award-winning, eco-licensed tour operator, you will hike along the stunning Coastal Track of the Royal National Park and safely traverse to the insta-famous Figure Eight Pools. And the best thing? All the money raised from this tour goes to helping the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and UNICEF Australia with their efforts to help children in need.
The Figure Eight Pools
Why book this tour?
- Hike safely to the Figure Eight Pools with an eco-licensed, award-winning tour operator (conditions permitting)
- Sample the iconic Coastal Track in the Royal National Park
- Learn from passionate and experienced guides
- Meet like-minded explorers wanting to make a difference
- Small group sizes (max 12 people)
- Help kids in need!
Hiking along the Coastal Track.
What we'll do
For this experience, we will meet at Otford train station on the edge of the Royal National Park. After a short introduction, we will trek along the famous Coastal Track to Burning Palms, stopping on route to visit the amazing Figure Eight Pools (if conditions permit). Be prepared for views that take your breath away as blue skies and turquoise oceans meet the emerald green of native Australian bushland and swathes of golden sand. On the way, you will get to learn some of the fascinating history of the area and how the heritage cottages you’ll see on this section of the walk came to be. If the conditions are right and luck is on our side, we may even spot a few whales, wallabies, or echidnas along the way.
Our traverse along the rocks to the Figure Eight Pools starts 5km into the journey, as we safely navigate around two headlands and jump across rocks on the way. Upon reaching this spectacular area, you will have the chance to take a swim in the Figure 8 and the other naturally formed rock pools. Our guides can also help you snap the perfect photo.
After returning to the beach, we will then continue hiking along the coast past the Burning Palms Surf Life Saving Club. From the headland, we'll head up the Burgh Ridge Track and back along Garrawarra Ridge Trail to Otford.
For this experience, we will meet at Otford train station on the edge of the Royal National Park. After a short introduction, we will trek along the famous Coastal Track to Burning Palms, stopping on route to visit the amazing Figure Eight Pools (if conditions permit). Be prepared for views that take your breath away as blue skies and turquoise oceans meet the emerald green of native Australian bushland and swathes of golden sand. On the way, you will get to learn some of the fascinating history of the area and how the heritage cottages you’ll see on this section of the walk came to be. If the conditions are right and luck is on our side, we may even spot a few whales, wallabies, or echidnas along the way.
Our traverse along the rocks to the Figure Eight Pools starts 5km into the journey, as we safely navigate around two headlands and jump across rocks on the way. Upon reaching this spectacular area, you will have the chance to take a swim in the Figure 8 and the other naturally formed rock pools. Our guides can also help you snap the perfect photo.
After returning to the beach, we will then continue hiking along the coast past the Burning Palms Surf Life Saving Club. From the headland, we'll head up the Burgh Ridge Track and back along Garrawarra Ridge Trail to Otford.
What to bring?
- Closed walking shoes with good grip (no thongs/flip flops/sandals)
- Packed lunch
- 2L water
- Swimming gear and towel
- Hat and sunscreen
- Camera
- Sense of adventure
Start and finish location
Otford Train Station
Otford Train Station
Departure Time
Either 9am or 11am depending on the tide and weather conditions. We will confirm the day prior.
Tour Length
Approx. 14km / 6 hours.
Important Safety Information
The Figure Eight Pools are accessible only at low tide and in flat surf conditions. Our guides undertake regular risk assessments in preparation for the hike and on the day to ensure that it is safe to visit the Figure Eight Pools. However, with safety as our first priority, we cannot guarantee you will be able to access the Figure Eight Pools on the day. But don't worry, you'll still get a really beautiful hike in the Royal National Park either way!
This hike requires a moderate to high level of fitness. The tour involves hiking up and down steep tracks on uneven and slippery surfaces, and rock hopping to reach the Figure Eight Pools (see photos). The hike duration is approximately 4-6 hours of exercise. Please get in touch if you are unsure as to whether this hike is suitable for you.
Either 9am or 11am depending on the tide and weather conditions. We will confirm the day prior.
Tour Length
Approx. 14km / 6 hours.
Important Safety Information
The Figure Eight Pools are accessible only at low tide and in flat surf conditions. Our guides undertake regular risk assessments in preparation for the hike and on the day to ensure that it is safe to visit the Figure Eight Pools. However, with safety as our first priority, we cannot guarantee you will be able to access the Figure Eight Pools on the day. But don't worry, you'll still get a really beautiful hike in the Royal National Park either way!
This hike requires a moderate to high level of fitness. The tour involves hiking up and down steep tracks on uneven and slippery surfaces, and rock hopping to reach the Figure Eight Pools (see photos). The hike duration is approximately 4-6 hours of exercise. Please get in touch if you are unsure as to whether this hike is suitable for you.
