Blue Mountains Wheelchair Friendly Tour
Overview
Local Stories, Iconic Sights, and Lifestyle – All Wheelchair Accessible. No Steps.
Uncover Sydney's rich culture, iconic landmarks, and everyday Sydney life, steeped in the history of the original inhabitants, on a fully accessible, step-free tour designed for everyone.
Wander the convict-era laneways of The Rocks, stand inside the Sydney Opera House, breathe in the salt air at Bondi Beach, and soak up sweeping harbour views from Mrs Macquarie's Chair. Then choose your own adventure — a peaceful stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens or a wildlife encounter at Taronga Zoo.
Every stop is step-free and wheelchair accessible. Leave with more than memories — leave with a real connection to this city.
Location
Accessibility
Allows a person's carer free entry into participating venues and events
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Employ people with disability
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Have wheelchair access to amusements and activities including boats and bush trails (includes tour rides, skyways, trolley cars, flying fox, amusement rides and boating)
Have wheelchair accessible transport options available in the general vicinity (provide information on name of the operator, phone and website link to individual providers for private vehicles, community transport train, mini vans, hire cars, buses, taxis, ferry, tram, light rail etc in your access statement)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Train your staff in disability awareness
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
