How To Plan an Adventure Vacation in Sydney, Australia

Sydney, Australia, is often mistaken by many foreigners as the capital of Australia; it's not. Sydney is well-known for many things such as the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, the 2000 Olympics, great food and great fun. If you have ever thought about taking a trip to Australia, then this guide is for you. There are so many action-packed activities for adventurous people that you will hardly have time to sleep. Check these activities out:

1. Climb the Harbour Bridge. Bridgeclimb, the only company that takes climbing tours of the bridge, operates several different types of climbs daily and at varying times. You will be required to wear a grey jumpsuit-like piece of apparel so that when you climb, you blend into the bridge and don't offer a distraction to the thousands of motorists that use the bridge everyday. You ascend the 130+ meters above Sydney Harbour in an approximately 3-hour climb where at all times you are clipped to cables securing you safely to the bridge. From atop of the bridge, you have a breathtaking view across the harbour and the city of Sydney itself. Climbs start from $179 (AU) for adults and can be booked online via the Bridgeclimb site.
2. Ride a jet boat through the harbour. There are several companies that offer a multitude of different options to take a jet boat ride through the harbour. The open-top jet boats hold an average of 20 people and most companies provide waterproof clothes because you will get wet. The boats power across the harbour at around 80km/h, under the bridge, past Circular Quay and the Opera House out to middle harbour by the ocean where the boat will complete stunts like 270 degree spins, wave riding and fishtailing. Some tours last longer and include a scenic component, but regardless of your tour, you will still cruise past the Opera House and the bridge. Jet boat rides start at $50 (AU) for an adult. Check the links below for Jet Boat ride providers.
3. Take a surf lesson. Australia has some fantastic beaches and has produced some of the world's greatest surfing talent like Layne Beachley. So when in Australia, do as the Australian's do and take a surf at a fantastic beach. There are several surf schools at both of Sydney's most famous beaches--Bondi and Manly--both easily accessed by public transport. The school will provide you with a board suitable for your skill level and also a wetsuit to help keep you warm and protected. Depending on the level of class you choose, you could be taught surf safety and beach safety, along with how to surf and then surfing tricks and maneuvers. Prices start at around $55 (AU) per adult for 1 lesson. For surf school providers, check the links below.
4. Hang glide over the beach and national park. So you've seen Sydney from atop the bridge, you've seen it from the harbour, you've seen it from the ocean; how about seeing it from the sky? Sydney Hang Gliding gives you the opportunity to take a tandem glide from the cliffs of the Royal National Park, where the mountains meet the sea. Prices start at around $200 per person with discounts for groups of 5 or more and also backpackers.

I hope this has given you some ideas of how to enjoy an action-packed adventure next time you venture to Sydney, Australia. Don't forget to prepare for your trip. You can learn how to exchange currency online, overcome fear of flying and a variety of other travel tips at HowToDoThings.