Penrith for Active Families
The climbing centre - Credit: Destination NSW

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Open leg route
38.5KM / 23.9MI

These exhilarating activities in Penrith are guaranteed to put a smile on the kid's faces.

If your family likes nothing more than getting outdoors to explore, trying new things and pushing your limits, then look no further than this one-day Penrith itinerary. Hike to a mesmerising lookout, paddle out on the Nepean River, soar like a superhero during an indoor skydiving session and more.
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The Rock Lookout

For stunning views of the Nepean River and Nepean Gorge, take the easy 5km track to The Rock Lookout, only minutes from Penrith.

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The Rock Lookout - Credit: Destination NSW
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9:30-11:00am - iFLY Indoor SkydivingiFly Indoor Skydiving Downunder

Try 'flying' at the largest indoor skydiving centre in the Southern Hemisphere.

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iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Credit: Destination NSW
123 Mulgoa Road, Penrith, New South Wales, Australia, 2750
Arrive via car from 9:30-11:00am - iFLY Indoor Skydiving19KM / 12MI ~ Approximately 30 minutes
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11:30am-2:30pm - Nepean Belle PaddlewheelerNepean Belle Paddlewheeler

Soak up some old-world charm (and gorgeous river views) aboard the Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler on a lunch cruise.

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Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler - Credit: Destination NSW
Boarding Jetty - Tench Avenue, Penrith, New South Wales, Australia, 2750
(02) 4733 1274
info@nepeanbelle.com.au
Arrive via car from 11:30am-2:30pm - Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler3KM / 2MI ~ Approximately 7 minutes
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3:10pm - Yandhai Nepean CrossingYandhai Nepean Crossing

A part of Penrith's Great River Walk, cross the striking Yandhai Nepean Crossing, enjoying vistas of the Blue Mountains National Park.

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Yandhai Nepean Crossing - Credit: Destination NSW
1 Nepean Avenue, Penrith, New South Wales, Australia, 2750
1300 736 836
tourism@penrith.city
Free Entry
Arrive via foot from 3:10pm - Yandhai Nepean Crossing3KM / 2MI ~ Approximately 34 minutes
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3:30-5:00pm - Horizon LineHorizon Line

Discover a different perspective of the Nepean River by paddling out on a kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard with Horizon Line.

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Kayaking with Horizon Line - Credit: Destination NSW
69 Great Western Highway, Emu Plains, New South Wales, Australia, 2750
(02) 4735 2120
info@horizonline.com.au
Canoeing/Kayaking
$15 ~ $75 AUD
Arrive via foot from 3:30-5:00pm - Horizon Line649m / 2129ft
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Return to car

Note: Got little legs in tow that might not be able to tackle the walk? This section of the itinerary can be done by car.

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Arrive via foot from Return to car4KM / 2MI ~ Approximately an hour
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6:00-8:00pm - The Climbing Centre PenrithThe Climbing Centre Penrith

With 21 climbing walls and more than 100 different routes, all colour-coded by ability, learn the ropes at The Climbing Centre.

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The Climbing Centre Penrith - Credit: Destination NSW
16-24 Borec Road, Penrith, New South Wales, Australia, 2750
(02) 4731 1130
info@climbingcentre.com.au
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
Public Toilet
Public Toilet
Parking
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss., Accessible for Hearing Impairment, Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
Arrive via car from 6:00-8:00pm - The Climbing Centre Penrith6KM / 4MI ~ Approximately 12 minutes
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8:15pm - Aqua GolfAqua Golf Penrith

Take a swing at Aqua Golf - where the green is replaced by a lake, complete with a Blue Mountains backdrop.

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Aqua Golf - Credit: Destination NSW
Panthers World of Entertainment, Penrith, New South Wales, Australia, 2750
(02) 4720 5556
Public Toilet, Picnic Area
Picnic Area, Barbeque, Kiosk
Public Toilet
$10 ~ $140 AUD*
Parking
* Prices are per bucket of golf balls.
Arrive via car from 8:15pm - Aqua Golf3KM / 2MI ~ Approximately 8 minutes
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