FAQs

Yes. Anyone who can sustain moderate physical exertion up to 3.5 hours over 1.75km should find the BridgeClimb exhilarating. If you’re 75 years of age, or over, you can climb with a Certificate of Fitness signed by your GP. Please, download this form from our website and bring it with you on the day. Our oldest climber, Mrs Chris Muller, reached the summit at 100 years old.

If you are a NSW Seniors Card member you can also receive 15% off any standard BridgeClimb experience (excludes special offer climbs). Find out more. 

If you have any queries or concerns, please speak to our staff for advice.

In most cases, yes. We have helped thousands of people challenge their fear of heights by climbing to the top of the Bridge. Head over to our Face Your Fear section for more information about how you can prepare for the challenge ahead. If you have any queries or concerns, please speak to our staff.

If you are less than 24 weeks pregnant, you can participate with a signed Certificate of Fitness from your GP. If you are over 24 weeks pregnant you cannot climb.

Yes. We encourage climbers who wear hearing aids to leave them safely in their lockers to prevent damage or loss while they are on the Bridge. We have a variety of headsets available and many of our hearing impaired climbers have agreed that these allowed them to enjoy the commentary delivered by their Climb Leader.

We also offer Auslan Climbs. On an Auslan Climb you’ll be accompanied by an Australian Sign Language interpreter who will interpret the commentary about Sydney and its world famous Bridge. These Climbs occur twice a month. Please get in touch with our team to find out more or to make a booking.

We do our best to help everyone climb. To participate you need to have a general level of health and fitness, and the ability to climb independently. To find out more, please visit Pre-Climb Checklist or speak to our staff for advice.

We do our best to help everyone climb. To participate you need to have a general level of health and fitness, and the ability to climb independently. To find out more, please visit Pre-Climb Checklist or speak to our staff for advice.

Our Climb times range from 2.5 to 3.5 hours depending on the Climb type you choose. We ask that Climbers allow a 15 minute provision to collect photos and depart. This applies to all Climbs.

The conditions vary based on the day’s weather and the Climb you choose. You can expect to possibly:

• climb ladders and walk on catwalks
• participate in prolonged stair climbing
• walk along uneven surfaces and via narrow passageways
• be exposed to all weather conditions.

Yes. Please bring your own glasses or sunglasses to wear on the day of your Climb. (No DVR – digital video recorder – glasses thank you.) For more information please visit Pre-Climb Checklist or speak to our staff.

No, unfortunately not. Climbers cannot take loose objects, including cameras, phones or GoPros, on the Bridge. This is to safeguard against anything falling from the Bridge. We provide secure lockers for you to keep your camera or any loose objects in during your Climb. Our photographically-trained Climb Leaders will capture photos of you during your Climb, which will be available for pre-purchase with your booking, or from our Photographics Team after your Climb.

Essential medication, like inhalers or diabetic medication, can be taken on the Climb. Please speak to our staff on the day.

Please wear comfortable, enclosed rubber-soled shoes such as running, sport or hiking shoes. PVC and leather-soled shoes are not ideal.

We provide secure lockers for you to keep any loose objects in, including phones and cameras, during your Climb. The key to your locker will be securely attached to you at all times.

It takes approximately 2 hours to reach the Summit. This includes time to suit-up and complete your pre-climb safety preparation. The descent takes about an hour.

Depending on your climb route, you may have to hold it between 1.5 - 3 hours! We'll let you know when the last bathroom stop is though. 

At our Climb Base which is located at 3 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, Sydney.

We equip you in all the outdoor gear you’ll need for your Climb based on the day’s weather conditions and our health & safety essentials, but don’t forget to bring your own shoes! Please wear comfortable clothing on the day of your Climb in case you need to wear it under your suit for warmth. If you have any questions or concerns, please speak to our staff.

Yes. Your privacy and security is our priority. Our online booking system is operated by CustomLinc. All transferred data is encrypted and protected.

BridgeClimb aims to be as flexible as possible, while covering the associated costs of booking changes. You are able to make changes to your booking, including rescheduling, requesting a credit voucher or cancelling your climb. However, depending on how far in advance these changes are made before your climb date, fees and charges will apply. Please see our terms and conditions for the full details. 

You can redeem your Gift Voucher by entering your Gift ID in the voucher box during your booking on our website. Alternatively, you can contact our team and quote the Gift ID over the phone to redeem your Climb.

Please be aware that BridgeClimb has knowledge of recent fraudulent gift voucher purchases, which are currently subject to investigation. Fraudulent bookings will be cancelled. BridgeClimb does not sell gift vouchers on 3rd party sites such as WeChat, and any purchase through these channels could be fraudulent. Please contact us at [email protected] if you have concerns on the legitimacy of your gift vouchers. 

Yes. The key to a smooth proposal at the summit is to notify us at the time of your booking. We are experienced at discretely helping many couples become engaged at the top thanks to a special ring safety attachment. Please speak to our staff for more information.

If you choose to purchase an online gift voucher you will receive it by email immediately

If you choose to purchase a physical voucher, the post options available to you are as follows:

Post (Standard) – 3-5 working days for domestic. Up to 10 days for international.

Post (Express) – 1-2 business days

NB: Express Post sent every business day. Standard post sent Tuesday and Thursday.

You must have a blood-alcohol reading below 0.05 to Climb (the same as if you are driving). To ensure you are eligible to climb on the day, keep your celebration drinks for after your Climb. It will be worth it!

Please note that BridgeClimb is now cashless and not able to accept cash for Climb bookings, or photo, retail or cafe purchases. Thank you.