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Take your team to the top! - BridgeClimb
Take your team
to the top!

         We create exceptional experiences for Corporates, Teams
                        and Groups of any size.
 Whether your objective is to motivate or reward your employees with Sydney’s best team building activity, or celebrate
 an occasion, the BridgeClimb experience will deliver unity, inspiration and a sense of achievement within your group.
               A BridgeClimb will help improve your team’s on-the-job attitude, productivity and motivation.

BridgeClimb is dedicated to tailoring the Climb experience       BridgeClimb Mandarin – 3.5 hours & 2.25 hours
for groups of all sizes. If your group is 50 people or more,     Follow either the BridgeClimb or BridgeClimb Express route
we can recommend the best Climb for your team based              to the summit led by a Mandarin speaking Climb Leader.
on the details of your event. For groups of 50 people or
less, we recommend choosing from a 3.5 hour, a 2.25 or
                                                                 BridgeClimb Sampler – 1.5 hours
1.5 hour experience.
                                                                 Get a taste of the world famous BridgeClimb! In just 1.5
                                                                 hours, ascend the inner arch of the iconic Sydney Harbour
Our Climbs                                                       Bridge to a spectacular vantage point halfway to the top.
BridgeClimb – 3.5 hours
                                                                 This Climb is available at various times during the day
The original Climb experience. If you have more time             and is suitable if your group would like a shorter and
available in your team’ s itinerary, this Climb might be just    more economical taste of the Bridge without climbing
the trick. In 3.5 hours, your group will take the upper arch     to the summit.
to the summit where a panorama of Sydney awaits them.
                                                                “We really like the idea of literally sending our
BridgeClimb Express – 2.25 hours
Introduced especially for the corporate and incentive
                                                                 high-achievers to new heights by climbing
market, the benefit of this Climb is time. In 2.25 hours,        a true Sydney icon”.
your group can experience the full BridgeClimb
                                                                 Mr Koo, Chairman, Perfect China
experience – walking along catwalks, climbing over and
under parts of the Bridge – and ascending the inner arch
to the summit for spectacular views across Sydney.
Take your team to the top! - BridgeClimb
Employee Rewards                                               “The experience was amazing – a once
Reward stellar employee performances with a BridgeClimb         in a lifetime opportunity…we received
                                                                outstanding feedback from the participants.”
Gift Certificate. Our experience has proven to be an
excellent motivational gift to drive your staff to hit their
targets. Ask our team for more information.
                                                                Gemma Thompson, Project Manager, AGSM
Who have we worked with?                                        @ UNSW Business School
Over the years, BridgeClimb has welcomed teams
from organisations that hail from Australia and all over
the world. Groups from Sony Music, Redbull, Westpac,
Woolworths, Guess, Google, Microsoft, Amway and
American Express have all climbed the Bridge. In July 2013
we welcomed a record corporate group; a 2,100 strong
incentive group from Perfect China.
Take your team to the top! - BridgeClimb
Rates, Inclusions
and Photos

                      Standard Rates                            Photo Options (from $15pp)
   1 October 2018 to 31 March 2019 (excludes Peak Period)
                                                                Mark the moment for your group with any
                                                                of the below photo options:
                     BridgeClimb – 3.5hrs
                                                                – Option 1: 1 x 6x8” individual print for each
           BridgeClimb Express – 2.25hrs                           climber ($15pp)
                                                                – Option 2: 1 x USB of all images taken on the
   BridgeClimb Mandarin (普通话讲解攀登)                                  climb(s) given to the group organiser ($15pp)
             – 3.5hrs & 2.25hrs                                 –O
                                                                  ption 3: 1 x USB given to each climber with
                                                                 their individual Climb images ($59.95pp)
                            ADULT

                         Weekday                Weekend
                                                            Standard Inclusions
Night                      $268                   $268      Every ticket to the top includes:

Day                                                         – BridgeClimb cap
                           $308                   $308
                                                            – Certificate of achievement
Twilight                   $374                   $374         (Excludes BridgeClimb Sampler)

Dawn**                                                      – Group photograph
                           $388                   $388
                                                            – Rates are valid from 1 October 2018 to 31 March 2019 (excluding 25
                                                             December 2018 to 3 January 2019) inclusive where Peak Rates apply –
                                                             please ask our team for rates).
                      Standard Rates                        – BridgeClimb Sampler departures are every day
                                                             (excluding 25 December 2018 to 31 January 2019).
                                                            – Rates are quoted in Australian Dollars and include GST (Goods &
   1 October 2018 to 31 March 2019 (excludes Peak Period)
                                                              Services Tax).
                                                            – Climb rates and peak periods are subject to change at BridgeClimb’s
            BridgeClimb Sampler – 1.5hrs                      discretion.
                                                            – * The group photograph is taken at the summit of your climb group
                            ADULT                              for the BridgeClimb, BridgeClimb Express and BridgeClimb Mandarin
                                                               experiences.
                                                            – BridgeClimb Sampler group photograph is taken halfway to the summit.
                         Weekday                Weekend
                                                              Additional individual or personal group photos are available for purchase.
                                                            – *** Dawn Climbs have limited departures. If you are interested in
Day
(except Saturdays)
                           $168                   $188        booking a Dawn Climb for your team, these can be arranged for
                                                              14 people or more. Please speak to our staff regarding availability.
FAQS
Is it safe to climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
Safety is paramount at BridgeClimb. We equip you with
all the outdoor gear you’ll need for your Climb based on
the day’s weather conditions and our Health & Safety
Essentials. We choose to undertake annual internal and
external certified Work Health Safety audits and have
obtained the highest available accreditation in Australia.
In the past 16 years, over 3 million people have safely
climbed the Sydney Harbour Bridge. For a complete risk
assessment document please ask.

Can people with a fear of heights climb?
In most cases, yes. We have helped thousands of people
challenge their fear of heights by climbing to the top of
the Bridge.
                                                                   I have a large group over 100 people; how would
                                                                   you manage our climb?
Do I need to bring anything on the day?
Please bring with you comfortable, enclosed rubber-soled           Depending on your exact numbers and chosen Climb,
walking shoes. We recommend you wear comfortable                   we would split your team into groups of 14 people with
clothing which may be worn underneath your BridgeSuit              each group departing every 5-10 minutes. We can be
for warmth during cooler months.You are also welcome               flexible with your group structure. Speak to us about
to bring glasses/sunglasses as required.                           designing a tailored Climb to meet your requirements.

Can pregnant women climb?                                          Can I book an exclusive climb?
If a team member is less than 24 weeks pregnant, she can           Yes. Please talk to our team for options for your group.
participate with a signed Certificate Of Fitness form, available
for download from our website, and signed by her GP. We            Do you offer a special group rate?
request the individual brings this with them on the day of the     Climb packages are quoted based on the requirements of
climb. If you are over 24 weeks pregnant you cannot climb.         your event. Please contact our team to find out more.

Can people with injuries, medical conditions or                    Do you require payment at the time of booking?
a disability climb?                                                For a booking of up to 14 people, BridgeClimb requires
We do our best to help everyone climb. To participate              payment in full at the time the reservation is made.
in the experience, team members will need to have a                For a booking with 15 climbers or more, we require a
general level of health and fitness, and the ability to climb      50% non-refundable deposit at the time of booking.
independently. To find out more, please speak to our staff         In this case, a confirmation of the final numbers and the
for advice.                                                        remaining balance must be paid at least 2 weeks prior
                                                                   to the Climb date.
Can I bring my camera or mobile phone?
No. Climbers cannot take loose objects, including mobile           What types of payment do you accept?
phones,cameras and GoPros, on the Bridge. This is to               We accept Visa, American Express, Mastercard, Diner’s
safeguard against anything falling from the Bridge. We             Club, Union Pay, Alipay, WeChat Wallet, PayPal cheque
provide secure lockers for you to keep your camera or any          and payments by EFT. If you choose to pay with a credit
loose objects during your Climb. Our photographically-             card, we do not charge credit card fees.
trained Climb Leaders will capture photos of you and your
team during your Climb.                                            Can I get a copy of your insurance policy and
                                                                   public liability?
Do you cancel climbs when it rains?                                Yes. Please ask our team.
BridgeClimb is an all-weather experience and we will
equip you and your team in all the gear you’ll need to keep        For a full list of FAQs please visit our website
you safe and comfortable based on the day’s weather                www.bridgeclimb.com or contact our team on
conditions. We love to climb, but we will postpone Climbs          +61 2 8274 7775 or events@bridgeclimb.com.
during electrical storms or during times of extremely high
wind. If you have any questions please ask our team.
Enhance your Climb
What better way to celebrate your groups Climb than in a dedicated
          private space with drinks and catering options.
   Our Corporate Enhancements provide you with exactly this.
               Corporate Enhancements start from $45 per person and a minimum of 15 guests.

Classic (1 hour, $45pp, min. 15 people)
Combine your Climb with our Classic Enhancement. Enjoy a private
space to celebrate post Climb with light refreshments and snacks.
Inclusions
– Cold drink refreshment per Climber (water, soft drink or juice)
– Gourmet sandwich/wrap platter, cheese platter, fruit platter
– Private space to relax with your group
– Climb de-brief with your Climb Leader(s)
– Climb photos displayed on plasma screens in your exclusive space
– Event Coordinator on the day
– Company logo displayed on welcome screens upon arrival (optional)

Premium (1 hour, $85pp, min. 20 people)
Unwind and celebrate your achievement together with premium beverages
and cold canapés. Your Climb Group photos will act as a backdrop to
your celebrations.
Inclusions
– Premium drinks package (beer, wine, sparking wine, soft drink)
– 1 hour cold canapés (8 pieces per person)
– Private space to relax with your group
– Climb de-brief with your Climb Leader(s)
– Climb photos displayed on plasma screens and in your private cinema
– Event Coordinator on the day
– Company logo displayed on welcome screens upon arrival (optional)

Ultimate (2 hours, $135pp, min. 20 people)
Sydney’s ultimate team building combo. Toast to your Climb experience
with a deluxe selection of drinks and canapés served in your exclusive
space, whilst enjoying your Climb photos projected onto plasmas and
your private cinema screen.
Inclusions
– Deluxe drinks package (beer, wine, sparking wine, soft drink)
– 2 hours of hot and cold canapés (12 pieces per person)
– Private space to relax with your group
– Climb de-brief with your Climb Leader(s)
– Climb photos displayed on plasma screens and in your private cinema
– Access to AV equipment for team presentations (projector, cinema
   screen, audio)
– Event Coordinator on the day
– Company logo displayed on welcome screens upon arrival (optional)

 “Our designated point of contact for the day organised a seamless experience for the
group; with our own exclusive space; a personalised welcome message; a private lunch…
                           the staff went above and beyond.”
                    Gemma Thompson, Project Manager, AGSM @ UNSW Business School
Enhance your Climb
– Canapé and Beverage Menu

Together with Belinda Franks Catering, BridgeClimb Sydney has
hand-picked the following menus for our Corporate Enhancements.
Classic
One hour duration
Light refreshments including sandwich and wrap platters, cheese platter
and fruit platter. A refreshment of water, soft drink or juice will be provided
for each climber.

Premium
One hour duration
Cold Canapé selection – selection of 6 items (8 pieces per person)
– Wild Mushroom Scotch Egg with Truffled Mayonnaise (v)
– Taco of Lime and Chilli Marinated Scallop Ceviche with a Jalapeno
   Chilli Salsa
– Thai Style Chicken Salad on a Crisp Wonton with Toasted Sesame
– Peking Duck Pancake with Hoisin, Cucumber and Shallot
– Cornet of Smoked Salmon with Crème Fraiche and Caviar
–C  har-grilled Zucchini, Basil and Feta with Tomato Pickle on Sourdough
   Toast (v)
– Chicken “Saltimbocca” with Sun-blushed Tomato and Olive Soil (gf)
– Smoked Sirloin with Pickled Cucumber, Rocket and Aioli (gf)
–V  ietnamese King Prawn and Mint Rice Paper Rolls with Lemongrass
   Dipping Sauce (gf)
Dessert (optional)
– Chocolate and Raspberry Tarts (v)
– Passionfruit Melting Moments (v)
Beverages
– Tooheys Extra Dry, Cascade Premium Light
– De Bortoli, Willowglen Sparkling NV Brut
– De Bortoli, Willowglen Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
– De Bortoli, Willowglen Cabernet Merlot
– Soft drink, orange juice and mineral water
Ultimate
Two hour duration
Hot and Cold Canapés – selection of 8 items (12 pieces per person)
Cold Selection
–C  har-grilled Zucchini, Basil and Feta with Tomato Pickle on Sourdough
   Toast (v)
– Cornet of Smoked Salmon with Crème Fraiche and Caviar
– Chicken “Saltimbocca” with Sun-blushed Tomato and Olive Soil (gf)
– Peking Duck Pancake with Hoisin, Cucumber and Shallot
– Taco of Lime and Chilli Marinated Scallop Ceviche with a Jalapeno
   Chilli Salsa
Hot Selection
– Wild Mushroom Tartlet with Béarnaise Sauce (v)
– Lemon Scented Flathead Goujons with Remoulade Sauce
– Chicken and Shitake Mushroom Gyoza with a Soy and Black Vinegar
  Dipping Sauce
– Malaysian Lamb Skewer with Sate Sauce (gf)
– Squid Ink and Chorizo Arancini
Dessert (optional)
– Chocolate and Raspberry Tarts (v)
– Passionfruit Melting Moments (v)
Deluxe Beverage Package
– Crown Lager, Boag’s Premium Lager, Peroni (select 2),
   Cascade Premium Light
– Bimbadgen Sparkling Semillon NV
– Geoff Merrill Pimpala Road Sauvignon Blanc Semillon
  (McLaren Vale, 2012)
– Geoff Merrill Chardonnay (McLaren Vale, 2012)
– Geoff Merrill Pimpala Road Shiraz (McLaren Vale, 2012)
– Geoff Merrill Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale, 2012)
– Soft drink, selection of juice and San Pellegrino
   sparkling water
Canapés at the Summit
Make scaling the Sydney Harbour Bridge a truly unique and
unforgettable experience by celebrating at the summit with
delicious gourmet canapés.

BridgeClimb developed this climb to provide event planners an experience which is guaranteed to impress important clients
or appropriately reward top performing staff.
Together with Belinda Franks catering, BridgeClimb has created a canapé menu for you to select from and to be enjoyed
at the summit as the group enjoys the 360 views of the city and sparkling harbour.

Canapés start from $18pp (2 canapés, minimum 20 pax)

Seafood                                                        Vegetarian
– Sashimi Tuna with Spiced Nishiki, Miso Cream and            – Lemon Scented Goats Cheese Arancini with
  Tobiko (Soy Pipette)                                            Peach Compote
– Classic mini Lobster and Pancetta Club on Brioche           – Grilled Zucchini with Persian Fetta, Cherry Tomato
– Beetroot Cured Salmon served with Citrus Crème Friache        and Olive Soil
  on Rye Toast                                                 – Pressed Capsicum, Basil and Mozzarella Tian
– Salmon Melba topped with Lemon Cream and Caviar                 with Tomato Gazpacho (Pipette)
                                                               – Parmesan Crusted Quail Egg with Saffron Emulsion
Meat
– Rare Roast Beef Fillet with Creamed Horseradish             Important details:
   and Yorkshire Pudding                                       – Minimum of 20 pax
– Smoked Beef Carpaccio with Asparagus and Garlic Aioli        – 2 canapés - $18pp (up to 90 climbers),
– Smoked Duck Pastrami with Dill Pickle, Radish and             3 canapés - $24pp (up to 60 climbers)
  Tomato Compote                                               – Service charge - $20pp
– Country Style Ham and Pistachio Terrine with                – Bookings to be made at least 1 week out from Climb date
   Pear Chutney on Toast
Case Study:
Picture Perfect China sets new BridgeClimb record
Situation
                                                                    QUICK FACTS
In July 2013 more than 3,000 Chinese delegates, from
direct selling company Perfect China, travelled to Sydney           – More than 2,100 Perfect China delegates climbed
to attend the company’s annual Leadership Seminar.                    the Bridge between 13 and 16 July 2013.
Invitations to the event were given to high performing team         – BridgeClimb operated under a “Super Capacity
members as a staff reward. The Perfect China delegates                Model” in which group sizes increased from
experienced a variety of iconic Sydney activities including           14 climbers and 1 Climb Leader, to 42 climbers with
a harbour cruise, sheep shearing, and a climb to the top              3 Climb Leaders.
of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.                                       – Climb groups departed every 15 minutes.
                                                                    – Perfect China was granted exclusive access to the
Perfect China’s Chairman, Mr Koo, said of the group’s
                                                                      Bridge for a period over the four days.
BridgeClimb experience: “We really liked the idea of
literally sending our high-achievers to new heights by              – Co-branding was utilised in the Climb Base and on
                                                                  Outcome
climbing a true Sydney icon”.                                         BridgeClimb memorabilia.
                                                                    – 95.2% rated their overall BridgeClimb experience
Over four days more than 2,100 delegates climbed to
                                                                      as very good to excellent.
the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge setting a new Bridge
                                                                      (Source: BridgeClimb Customer Survey).
record for the largest corporate group booking in BridgeClimb’s
15 year history.

                                                                  “We came to experience the best of Sydney, and
                                                                   BridgeClimb was the perfect way to see the beauty
                                                                   of Australia’s biggest city in a short space of time,”
                                                                   said Perfect China President,
                                                                   Mr Woo Swee Lian.

                                                                  Outcomes
                                                                  From 13 to 16 July, BridgeClimb operated under a “Super
                                                                  Capacity Model” to deliver an outstanding experience to
                                                                  each and every Perfect China delegate.
                                                                  Due to the importance and size of this group, BridgeClimb
                                                                  granted exclusive access of BridgeClimb’s Climb Base,
                                                                  as well as the climb routes on the Sydney Harbour Bridge,
                                                                  to Perfect China for a period of time over the four days.
                                                                  Perfect China delegates were welcomed to BridgeClimb by
                                                                  a video of their CEO and President, specially filmed on the
                                                                  Bridge for the event, in BridgeClimb’s Cinema. Co-branding
                                                                  was incorporated throughout the Climb Base as well as
                                                                  on the delegates’ BridgeClimb caps and certificates of
                                                                  achievement.
                                                                  To successfully cater for this group, BridgeClimb
                                                                  operated under the aforementioned “Super Capacity Model”
Challenges                                                        where group sizes were increased, climbs departed every
The Perfect China group more than tripled BridgeClimb’s           15 minutes, and all groups were led in the Mandarin
previous group record. Based on the unique size and               language. To achieve this, BridgeClimb sourced an
requirements of Perfect China, BridgeClimb developed a            increased number of Mandarin speaking Climb Leaders
tailored climb experience, from delegate check-in to climber      especially. The positive response from the delegates,
descent, to ensure every climber experienced a world-class        evident in the customer survey results, is testament to
customer experience whilst simultaneously respecting the          the experience and professional nature of BridgeClimb’s
intricacies of Chinese culture.                                   team during operation.
Case Study:
“So many from our group have always dreamed of taking
part in the BridgeClimb challenge and we have all built
some unforgettable memories,” said Perfect China
President, Mr Woo Swee Lian.

BridgeClimb said, “This is a very exciting milestone
for us, both for our relations with China and because it
demonstrates our ability to create tailored experiences
for large corporate groups.

“We are committed to enhancing every climber’s
 experience, so when the opportunity presented itself to
 host 2,100 people, we rose to the challenge.”
Case Study:

              Incentive reaches breathtaking new heights
                         with Amway Malaysia
“BridgeClimb Sydney was very professional and                  700 top sellers experienced BridgeClimb and a Sydney
 knowledgeable, working together to ensure this feat           Sailing regatta simultaneously and within business hours.
 was successfully pulled off. We have since been               “We wanted to give our participants an extraordinary
 told that this is the largest single group that has           experience and decided on the BridgeClimb and the
 climbed the Sydney Harbour Bridge in a single day.”           sailing regatta to be carried out on the same day,”
                                                               said Mohd Isa Ibrahim, Head of Sales, Amway Malaysia.
Boasting a five-day, action-packed incentive program, the
Amway Malaysia Leadership Seminar brought                      BridgeClimb customised almost every aspect of the
700 top sellers to Sydney in December 2012 for an              experience for Amway Malaysia, offering the client:
unforgettable experience.                                      – Exclusive use of the attraction
A global leader in direct selling, with over 3 million         – Amway branding opportunities throughout
independent business owners (IBOs) in more than                  the Climb Base and on the climber’s photos
80 countries, Amway rewarded its high-performing               – Customised merchandise
Malaysian IBOs with a variety of bespoke group activities in   – Collateral support
the iconic city of Sydney, including the once-in-a-lifetime    “The BridgeClimb team was very professional and
opportunity to climb the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge          knowledgeable, working together to ensure this feat was
with BridgeClimb Sydney.                                       successfully pulled off. We have since been told that this
“I loved making the journey all the way to the top [of the     is the largest single group that has climbed the Sydney
Sydney Harbour Bridge] and our Climb Leader was simply         Harbour Bridge in a single day.”
excellent!” said See Sian Loong, Amway Malaysia.
Invigorated by fresh air and excitement, Amway’s top
sellers were encouraged to dance and sing their way to
the Bridge’s summit by BridgeClimb Leaders – tour               QUICK FACTS
guides who told tales of Australia’s history and offered        Event: Amway Malaysia Leadership Seminar 2012
stories and secrets of the 80-year-old bridge.                  Delegates: 700 delegates from Malaysia
                                                                Destination: Sydney, New South Wales
Demonstrating Sydney’s ability to cater for large groups,
                                                                Date: 7 December 2012
Amway Malaysia’s brief was successfully met when
Case Study:
NYU gets on top of business

In 2015, forty one students from the NYU Stern School            “The whole BridgeClimb experience was a highlight
of Business visited Sydney in participation of AGSM & the        of the program, receiving outstanding feedback
University of NSW Business School’s ‘Doing Business in           from the participants. The staff at BridgeClimb
Australia’ program.                                              were a pleasure to deal with – their responsiveness
During this program, the group had the opportunity to visit      and efficiency really adding to the whole experience.
BridgeClimb and learn directly about how this unique and         We look forward to working with the team at
thriving Sydney business.                                        BridgeClimb to bring more groups through in future.”
From a novel concept to a thriving reality, BridgeClimb is       – Gemma Thompson, Project Manager,
the result of a dream that Paul was determined to share          Strategy, Innovation & Academic Group, AGSM@
with the world. In a presentation led by Dylan Rowland,          UNSW Business School | UNSW Australia
BridgeClimb’s General Manager of Sales, in BridgeClimb’s
private cinema, equipped with theatre seating and large          This tailored group experience was arranged in close
cinema screen, the students were educated on how this            collaboration with the UNSW Business School and
novel concept was turned into reality – small group tours        BridgeClimb Sydney.
to the summit of the internationally renowned Sydney
Harbour Bridge.
                                                                  QUICK FACTS
Before having the opportunity to experience the original          Event: NYU Stern (University of NSW)
3.5 hour BridgeClimb experience, the group was provided           Delegates: 41 pax from NYU Stern and UNSW
with a private lunch in their own space inside BridgeClimb’s      Destination: Sydney, New South Wales
Visitor Centre, to reflect on their learnings.                    Date: 6 January 2015
To ensure this large group enjoyed a cohesive experience
of BridgeClimb’s product, the students were separated into
three exclusive groups departing 10 minutes apart. After
donning their grey BridgeSuits, each group met their
dedicated Climb Leader who led them step by step to the
summit of Sydney’s famous coathanger, with a special
group photo facilitated at the summit with all 3 climb groups.
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