Travel guide Southern Highlands

Ride a five kilometre trail through an historic bushranger area, listening to some fabulous tales of the area. Whilst on the trail ride, enjoy a scrumptious picnic morning tea.

The Picnic Trail Ride is perfect for beginners. Beautiful horses and ponies are provided. Book now to secure your place. Numbers are strictly limited.. www.visitnsw.com/town/Braidwood/The_Saddle_Camp/info.aspx Read more

Enjoy having your own horse for the weekend! Learn how to groom, saddle up, ride and drive a horse and cart at Saddle Camp. Play mounted games and party games on horseback. Enjoy spotlighting native animals at night, trail ride through bushranger territory during the day and practice competing in a horse show. Absolutely girls only!

Perfect for beginners. Beautiful horses and ponies provided. Book now!. www.visitnsw.com/town/Braidwood/The_Saddle_Camp/info.aspx Read more

Dress as your favourite witch, spook or ghoul and take a freaky trail ride through the Bombay Hills. After the freaky trail ride, there will be crazy party games and blood-curdling party treats for all to enjoy!

Perfect for beginners. Beautiful horses and ponies provided. Book now as places are strictly limited!. www.visitnsw.com/town/Braidwood/The_Saddle_Camp/info.aspx Read more

Your own horse for four whole days! Take part in a horsemanship day, picnic trail ride, gymkhana and show day, plus ride to the Bombay swimming holes on the Shoalhaven River. Have a private riding lesson each day, spotlight for native animals and take a ghost story tour of Braidwood at night.

Absolutely girls only! Book now!. www.visitnsw.com/town/Braidwood/The_Saddle_Camp/info.aspx Read more

The Australian College of Mediumship offers interactive Ghost Tours at the Berrima Court House. Your two hour tour consists of a paranormal investigation. With access to Berrima Courthouse and professional Psychic Mediums as your tour guides, your tour is an interactive experience and they help you to communicate with Spirit in a variety of ways.. www.psychicmedium.com.au Read more

Taxi Tours is a unique taxi service in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales.

Taxi Tours include the Introduction to the Southern Highlands, Introduction to the Southern Highlands and Wine Appreciation, Introduction to the Southern Highla... Read more

Best pet-friendly holiday accommodation: Jellore Cottage, Berrima, New South Wales Jellore Cottage is the winner of TakeABreak 2008 National Award for best pet-friendly accommodation and is the perfect pet-friendly destination; a charming self-contained heritage listed 1860s colonial cottage in the idyllic town of Berrima in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales. The cottage captures the romance of a bygone era while providing all the modern amenities for a comfortable stay for you and your pet. The town of Berrima was established in 1831 and remains as the only example of an existing and largely preserved Australian Georgian colonial town. Located in a picturesque valley on a bend of the Wingecarribee River, Berrima is comfortable drive from several major centres (Sydney: 125km, 80m... Read more

Wilshire St Berrima, Southern Highlands You won’t want to leave Ashrowan with its old world charm, friendly hosts, fantastic surroundings and great location. This charming B&B consists of 3 separate suites - The Tower, The Gardener’s Retreat and Grayswood. Overall rating?  Outstanding What makes Ashrowan Bed & Breakfast different? Ashrowan in the Southern Highlands is the perfect retreat away from the hustle and bustle.  Enjoy a romantic weekend away without the kids in this secluded B&B. Meander up the driveway enjoying the sounds of nature and come upon the house… then relax in your private suite and unwind. Wake up in the morning to your beautifully prepared breakfast.  Take a wander down to the shops and find many surprises. Acco... Read more

The beautiful Southern Highlands region lies to the southwest of Sydney on top of the escarpment overlooking the South Coast.  The region enjoys four distinct seasons and stunning scenery ranging from native wilderness to cool misty pastures reminiscent of England, to hidden valleys with remarkable waterfalls.  All this and only 2 hours away from Sydney! There are many reasons why you should visit the Southern Highlands aside from its rolling green farmscapes and rugged natural beauty.  There are historic villages, superb gardens (and special events like the Tulip Festival held in late September when many gardens are open for display). There’s a wide range of accommodation - everything from farmstays to motels, and antique and book shops that entice you in - with enou... Read more

Mowbray Park Farmstay Barker's Lodge Road, Picton, Southern Highlands, NSW   Overview A great Australian Farmstay, a wonderful example of Australian farmlife for children as well as international guests, and so close to Sydney as well! With all meals included and ensuite accommodation with a large communal living room, we could not have asked for more. Overall rating: Excellent, with outstanding farm activities for children What makes Mowbray Park different? Not just any old Farmstay, Mowbray Park is well organised to cater for small and large groups alike. It is a fun and action packed place to stay, yet because you don’t need to cook, you can relax, sit back and just enjoy your stay. Accommodation overview We stayed in Majellan lodge, which is perfect for larger group... Read more