My husband and I had been in Australia for almost two weeks running around having a great vacation before we spent a day with Matt. And that day was fantastic. I mention the fact that we had been there for two weeks already to emphasize that our delight with the day that Matt planned was not merely the vacation honeymoon effect. We genuinely had an awesome day of discovery, and Matt is a thoughtful and personable guide. From cuddling koalas and other strange and beautiful creatures to walking along a breathtaking sandstone cliffed shoreline, he brought us from one cool thing to another, but without ever making us feel rushed. In fact, at one gorgeous beach spot Matt offered up several additional stops that we could make (wine, chocolates, etc.) if interested. We weren’t especially inclined, so Matt brought us to one of his “secret” spots. I won’t describe it, other than to say it was horrific and fascinating! Totally memorable. He also managed to snap some pretty decent pictures of us throughout the day. I’d give this tour a solid 10 out of 10. The only detail that was a bit of a letdown was the horseback riding, and that’s clearly not Matt’s doing. The horses were great, and the forest was lovely, but because I was hoping for some excitement on the trail (galloping, cantering), I was bummed that we only walked. It was a nice experience but sort of dull, as I have ridden numerous times in my life. Nevertheless, the tour Matt put together was great. Highly recommend.

We had a great time horseback riding. Matt took us to some off the beaten path places. He was informative and knowledgeable about the area. Thanks for a fun day.

Highly recommend this tour! Our guide/driver Matt was amazing! He was very informative and friendly and was willing to take us wherever we wanted to go! We were open to all his suggestions and he did not disappoint. We had THE best time at the animal preserve and the meat pies were amazing! He even took us to a surprise spot that was truly unique and unforgettable. If you want to what it is, book your tour with Matt!😉

Top 10 things we learned while touring NSW AUS with Matthew “Sydney Guided Tours” NOV2024 10. In Australia they have two holidays a year, “going up the coast” and “going down the coast.” 9. Every phone booth in Australia is free. (I especially loved calling Santa from one outside the Patonga Boathouse Restaurant.) 8. Bush soap is made with waddle seed leaves and water.(He pulled over and gave us a demonstration ; ). 7. TREES GLORIOUS TREES! The towering and majestic conifers (I’m totally enamored with) that dot the country side and beaches are Norfolk Island Pines. The other trees we found absolutely stunning displaying intense purple blossoms that paint the ground with their near magical purple blooms, are Jacarandas. 6. One of Australians’ favorite fish, Barramundi is “nothing but Asian sea bass.” I quite enjoyed mine with the crispiest, tastiest “chips”(ff) in all of Australia, at Patonga Boathouse Restaurant, which also has thee tastiest raspberry jam on the planet, aaand the loveliest indoor/outdoor bathroom. 5. Kangaroos and emus can't walk backwards and that's why they're on the Australian coat of arms. 4. The fairy penguins on Lyon Island now dwell in concrete bunkers made by the locals after a Great fire killed many of them. 3. Lapwing plover birds have thorns in their wings and they attack school children on the way to school ... but they're only protecting their eggs! 2. The schools have locked down drills once a year for snakes. The children have to go inside until the snake catcher comes and rids them of the poisonous snake. And the # 1 thing we learned from Matt while touring NSW Australia….Drum roll please… 1. Kangaroos do fire drills (at the Wildlife Refuge ; ). Bonus tip: Compared to the bats under Congress Ave bridge in Austin, TX, the bats in AUStralia are monstrous!

Wonderful day of exploring and adventure with Matt. We specifically wanted to ride horses and get up close with nature. Glenworth Valley was a great place for an Autumn ride and as we are all experienced riders, they let us canter a bit. Matt got some nice pictures of all of us on horseback and other nice pictures that he provided us that evening. We also really enjoyed the wildlife encounter and learned quite a bit (even for our animal loving kids who had done all her school reports for years on animals). Finished the day at Avoca Beach where tide pools and scenery was something we have not seen before. And a little surprise stop to see flying foxes roosting by the hundreds in a neighborhood forrest. Highly recommend booking for an enjoyable family day with Matt as he knows everything about the area and the animals.

The Blue Mountain tour with Matt was spectacular - amazing views from various locations; we learned a lot about wildlife, fauna, etc. And equally great was spending the day with Matt - a kind, knowledgeable, and funny gentleman. An all day tour went by quickly. Definitely a “big day out” tour. Another plus is Matt is a professional photographer and provides pictures post tour. Don’t miss the opportunity to book a tour with the “wildlife whisperer” of Sydney Guided Tours. 🐨

What an amazing day! We were arriving in Sydney at the end of a cruise and wanted to experience everything in the city and rainforest in a day. This is the tour to do it. Matt was extremely helpful in setting up the tour, customizing it to our interests and being flexible with our schedule and needed drop off and pickup points so we could see as much as possible. He responded to all communications promptly and even helped with suggestions for other parts of our vacation. Georgia was a great tour guide. She arrived right on time and was extremely knowledgable of Sydney, the surrounding areas and especially of the plants and wildlife in the area. More importantly, she was an amazing and giving person and was willing to share her personal travel stories and experiences with us during the tour. Georgia customized the tour along the way so we could maximize the experience. Matt and Georgia know out of the way places, tricks of the trade and arranged unique experiences to make our time in Sydney extra special. I won’t share these so they will be a special surprise for you on your tour. If you are going to be in Sydney, you have to get in touch with these mates!

Best day! Matt is a great tour guide. He took us horseback riding, to a private winery, to the ocean for lunch, to see koalas and kangaroos and to a couple different beautiful places in the off beaten path.

My wife and I had an incredible day with Matt and he customized the day perfectly to our needs and also took us places we never would have known about. In fact, an Uber driver the next day mentioned a place in the blue mountains he really enjoyed but that tour guides don’t go there but that in fact WAS one of Matt’s destinations for us. Matt also took some great pictures of us that we couldn’t have taken ourselves. He is very knowledgeable about the plants, animals, history and geography. We felt completely immersed in the landscape and culture throughout the day. Thanks Matt!!!

The day far exceeded any expectations and turned out to be simply perfect. My boyfriend and I had a lovely day with Matt who was a fun tour guide who made us laugh and shared with us his knowledge of the land and showed us the secret spots to get great photos and breathtaking views. Matt was so kind being our photographer and took some fantastic photos. The horse riding was a fun and exciting adventure. I highly recommend Matt and this tour as a wonderful way to spend the day sightseeing and learning about our beautiful land. Thank you Matt for the adventure!

We joined Matt on his online bushwalk as a special activity for our mostly migrant adult leaners and their teachers. As a group of Melbournians in the middle of lockdown we especially appreciated the magnificent views, the trees, the feeling of fresh bush air, the off-track experience and Matt's fabulous commentary. He made it enjoyable and educational for all of us and I would highly recommend this tour for a taste of the Aussie Bush!

If you only had a day or 2 in Australia, this is the only tour you need to experience all things Aussie. We got picked up in a private, comfortable vehicle, by our super-friendly, knowledgeable and polite guide Matt, and off we went. Matt took us to the best pristine beaches on the Central Coast. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the sun, surf and sand - just like the locals and sure beats trudging around in Sydney city hustle and bustle (which is what we would have done if not for this tour). Lunch was at an amazing and reasonably-priced restaurant on the water watching ..... huge pelicans!!!!! What a treat it was for us. The town itself was a lovely quaint little coastal town. Did I mention we got to pat free-roaming kangaroos and emus??? There were also koalas, dingos, birds, wombats, reptiles. We hate seeing animals in cages and used for human amusement so we were very pleased when Mat took us to this wildlife sanctuary. The sanctuary closely simulated the animal's natural environment and conservation was a big part of the park's work. Matt took us on a walk through the beautiful bushland where we took the best family photos overlooking a valley, and we had a great time discovering Aboriginal carvings! If history is you thing Matt also includes a brief history lesson. He really knew his way around and his passion shines through. Thank you Matt for showing us "your back yard" and creating our Australian memories.