Story Bridge Adventure Climb Full Moon Climb

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Climb Brisbane's heritage-listed Story Bridge at night when the moon is full, rising 80 metres above the river with the lit-up city spread out below. It runs only on full moon (and eclipse) nights, so places are few.

Days

About 90 minutes

Age

6 years and over, at least 110 cm tall

Group size

Up to 14 climbers

Start / finish

Howard Smith Wharves, Brisbane / Howard Smith Wharves

Return

See itinerary for details

Transport

On foot; make your own way to Howard Smith Wharves

Meals

No meals are listed as included

Route

Map of Story Bridge Adventure Climb Full Moon Climb

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Included experiences

Story Bridge — climb to the summit, 80 metres above the Brisbane River
Full moon — the night sky and moonlight over the river
Brisbane at night — the city lights, South Bank and Kangaroo Point Cliffs
Bridge history — stories of the bridge and the city from your climb leader

Story Bridge Adventure Climb Full Moon Climb

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EVENING: CHECK-IN UNDER THE BRIDGE

This climb runs only on full moon nights, and the odd eclipse, so places are few. Meet at the climb base at Howard Smith Wharves, right under the city end of the bridge, between the Crystalbrook Vincent hotel and Betty's Burgers. The wharves date from the 1930s, and air-raid shelters from the Second World War are still cut into the cliff behind them. Check in 15 minutes early with photo ID. After the safety briefing and a quick breath test, you're fitted with a climb suit and safety gear, and your phone goes into a free locker.

CLIMBING BY MOONLIGHT

Clipped to a safety line, you climb the steel of the Story Bridge in the dark. The bridge opened in 1940, designed by John Bradfield of Sydney Harbour Bridge fame, and its 777 metres make it Australia's longest cantilever bridge. Your climb leader tells its story on the way up, from the men who riveted its steel to the city it joined together. Then you reach the summit, 80 metres above the Brisbane River, with the full moon hanging over the water.

BRISBANE AFTER DARK

From the top the city is all lights: the towers of the CBD, South Bank across the river, and the floodlit Kangaroo Point Cliffs, volcanic rock that convicts quarried from the 1820s to build the early town. Moonlight silvers the river as it curls towards Moreton Bay. Clouds sometimes cover the moon, but the city lights are there whatever the sky does. Your climb leader takes photos at set points, then you head back down to base, about 90 minutes after you started.

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Good to know

Meeting point: Story Bridge Adventure Climb, Howard Smith Wharves, 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City. Arrive 15 minutes before your climb. Paid parking is under the Crystalbrook Vincent (entry on Boundary Street, 2.25 m height limit), and the Howard Smith Wharves ferry stop is right there.
Departure time: Evening climbs on full moon nights only; your exact date and time are confirmed when you book.
Duration: About 90 minutes including the briefing.
Minimum age: 6 years and at least 110 cm tall. Children aged 6 to 16 climb with an adult.
Fitness: No climbing experience needed and it suits a wide range of fitness levels. Maximum weight 130 kg, set by the safety equipment.
Please note: Every climber takes a breath test and must blow under 0.05. No phones, cameras or other items can be taken on the bridge. Climbs run in most weather, including rain, but cloud may hide the moon.

What to bring

Fully enclosed shoes with rubber soles
Photo ID

What is included

Guided climb of the Story Bridge with a climb leader
Safety briefing and all climb equipment, including a climb suit
Use of a locker for your belongings

Not included

Extra photos from the climb (for sale afterwards)
Parking

FAQ

Preparing for the trip

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