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Burrawa Aboriginal Climb Experience

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A smiling Indigenous storyteller stands on the upper arch of the Sydney Harbour Bridge during a Burrawa climb. Behind him, the Aboriginal flag flies proudly against a brilliant blue sky, with the sun-drenched suburbs of Sydney's North Shore stretching toward the horizon in the background. © Tourism Australia

Burrawa Bridge Climb, BridgeClimb Sydney, Sydney Harbour, New South Wales © Tourism Australia

A group of climbers in grey and blue safety suits ascends the lower arch of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. From their high vantage point, they look out over a stunning panorama of Sydney Harbour, featuring the white sails of the Opera House, a large cruise ship docked at Circular Quay, and the glittering city skyline. © Tourism Australia

Burrawa Bridge Climb, BridgeClimb Sydney, Sydney Harbour, New South Wales © Tourism Australia

An Aboriginal guide, wearing a bridge-climbing suit and a traditional ochre mark on his forehead, gestures broadly while sharing First Nations stories with his group. He stands on the steel walkway high above the water, with the modern skyscrapers of the Sydney CBD and the blue harbour providing a dramatic backdrop. © Tourism Australia

Burrawa Bridge Climb, BridgeClimb Sydney, Sydney Harbour, New South Wales © Tourism Australia

Burrawa Climb is a unique Aboriginal storytelling experience located on the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge in Gadigal Country. Burrawa, a Gadigal word meaning “above” or “upwards,” invites you to ascend the bridge while gaining a deeper understanding of Sydney’s Indigenous history and culture.

Led by a First Nations storyteller, this three-hour experience follows the Summit Climb route, taking you 1,332 steps above Warrane (Sydney Harbour). Along the way, you’ll hear stories of the Gadigal people, learn the origins of place names like Barangaroo and Bennelong Point, and reflect on the lasting connection between land, language, and culture.

Your journey begins with a traditional ochre ceremony before a fully guided climb along the upper arch of the bridge. With stunning panoramic views and powerful storytelling, the Burrawa Climb offers a rare chance to see Sydney through Aboriginal eyes. Plus, when you climb with Burrawa, your ticket helps support Tribal Warrior, a not-for-profit dedicated to empowering Indigenous communities through culture and education.

A climber pauses on the steep steel stairs of the Sydney Harbour Bridge to smile at the camera. Safely latched to the bridge's railing, he and his fellow climbers are surrounded by the industrial beauty of the bridge's rivets and beams, with the sparkling waters of the harbour far below. © Tourism Australia

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Join the Burrawa Climb for a unique Aboriginal storytelling experience on the Sydney Harbour Bridge, ascending 1,332 steps with a First Nations guide.

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Burrawa Aboriginal Climb Experience

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