Top 10 Sea Kayaking in Australia

1.Byron Bay: The Byron Bay Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,207 reviews · 2h 30m · from $63Our pick

Paddle a two-person sea kayak around Byron Bay’s marine reserve with an English-speaking guide. Look for dolphins, turtles and seasonal whales, hear local and Aboriginal stories, view the lighthouse from the water, then try riding a wave back to shore. Free photos are included.

“Great experience! Kayaking in the bay was stunning in its own right, but seeing dolphins come right up next to us, and a turtle, was a real treat. The guides make the experience though, with a patient and comedic touch. Done this twice now, once in the afternoon and once for sunrise, both great.”

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2.Half-Day Jervis Bay Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · from $104Top rated

Join Dane from Sea Kayak Jervis Bay for a five-hour morning paddle from Huskisson into Booderee National Park. You’ll kayak along the coast toward Murrays Beach and Bowen Island, look for dolphins, rays, penguins, and seasonal whales, then stop at a quiet beach for cake, fruit, and hot drinks.

“A brilliant experience that I would recommend to anyone with an interest in kayaking or the sea. Dane was a great guide, full of knowledge and interesting stories. Would go again!”

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3.The Byron Bay Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 251 reviews · from $63

Join Go Sea Kayak Byron Bay for a guided tandem-kayak trip along the Pacific coast. You’ll learn beach-level paddling and safety skills, then look for dolphins, turtles, rays and seasonal whales near Cape Byron. Expect to get wet, work your arms, and return to the Lawson Street meeting point.

“Memorable experience at Byron Bay, heck, my entire vacation! The operators are friendly, livening up the activity and gave useful tips and helped us look out for sea turtles, and dolphins. We saw a few! Would love to return for this activity again. :)”

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4.Epic Ocean Kayak with Dolphins & 4WD Beach Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 247 reviews · 6 hours · from $118

From The J Noosa, guides such as Vince and Tyron take you by 4WD along Noosa North Shore to Double Island Point. You kayak around Honeymoon Bay and the lighthouse, with chances to see dolphins, turtles, stingrays, seabirds, and humpback whales from June to November.

“We had the most awesome, special and memorable day with the eagle eyed legend himself, Vince - thank you so much. We kayaked amongst dolphins, whales, sea birds and turtles in what you could only describe as paradise. Vince was so knowledgeable and delivered all his information in an engaging but informal way - in Scotland we would say Vince was ‘great craic’! The 4WD trip along the beach was really cool too….and we didn’t have to get out and push at any point either! It’s a day I will never forget - thank you so much for the experience Vince. I would highly recommend this trip.”

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5.Penguin and Seal Islands Sea Kayaking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · from $142

Paddle from Shoalwater to Seal Island and Penguin Island with Capricorn Seakayaking. Guides including Jimmy, Ryan, Rosie, and Abby teach beginners the basics, lead a wildlife walk, provide lunch and gear, and offer summer snorkeling from December to March.

“A last minute booking and so glad I did it. Jimmy was a great guide, sharing his knowledge of island and wildlife.”

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6.Half Day Sea Kayak Tour from Batemans Bay with Morning Tea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews

Start at 7:30 am for a five-hour guided paddle through Batemans Bay Marine Park. You’ll use a double expedition kayak, stop at a secluded beach for tea and snacks, and may swim, snorkel, rock jump, or walk a headland. Guides such as Michael and David add friendly instruction and local insight.

“100% recommended this tour it was an amazing experience. Our guide was excited and knowledgeable about the water ways and oyster production and farming it was such a pleasure to learn from him. The kayaking was so fun we went throRead more”

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7.From Perth: Rockingham Seal & Penguin Islands Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 6 hours · from $140

Join Rivergods for a six-hour tandem-kayak trip from Perth to Shoalwater Bay, led in English by guides including biologist Tom. Paddle to Seal Island, walk Penguin Island, snorkel, picnic, and watch for sea lions, dolphins, penguins, pelicans, and seabirds.

“Bus was late with no communication or explanation as to why. Penguin Island had no penguins. No instruction on how to kayak despite that some members had no experience. Did not feel safe during swim-snorkelling as no safety measures in place to check group. Poor experience overall and could not possibly recommend to anyone.”

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8.Airlie Beach: Half Day Turtle Tour Sea Kayaking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 21 reviews · 3 hours · from $77

Set out from Shingley Beach with an English-speaking guide and paddle about 6 km along three beaches near Airlie Beach. You will look for turtles and birds, hear local stories, and may stop for an ocean swim. Mark has guided some departures, and groups are limited to eight.

“It was a fun, informative morning on the water. We wanted something quiet, away from the noise of boats, jetskis & traffic. Would recommend.”

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9.Tasman Peninsula Full-Day Sea Kayak Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 10 hours · from $212

Travel by minivan from Cambridge Park to Fortescue Bay, then paddle stable double kayaks toward Cape Hauy, the Candlestick, and Totem Pole. Expect up to five hours on the water, a secluded-bay picnic, shipwreck views, wildlife, and a small group of no more than 12.

“Excellent tour !! One of the best experiences I had in all my travel to Australia. Consider having an antiemetic before the tour if it’s your first time doing kayaking.”

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10.Whale Watching by Sea Kayak in Batemans Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $128

Join Region X for a four-hour sea-kayak trip from Batemans Bay. Josh, Will, or Amy may guide you along the coast toward rocky islands and coves, watching for humpback whales, seals, dolphins, and seabirds. Stable kayaks, instruction, equipment, snacks, and a beach stop are included.

“Amazing experience, from booking to finishing the team have been amazing! We set off bright and early from a local beach, and cruised into open water on our way to toll gate islands. The whales were in the distance the whole time, until Read more”

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