9 Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Australia Worth Getting Wet For

1.Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,372 reviews · from $114Our pick

Start in Nelly Bay for a five-hour cruise around Magnetic Island with guides such as Adam, Calvin, Anita, and Jan. Snorkel fringing reefs, paddle in quiet bays, watch for sea life, hear island stories, and enjoy morning tea. Ferry tickets are separate.

“This was a great day with great commentary and a very nice fresh fruit morning tea hamper. Boat was not overcrowded and very comfortable”

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2.Byron Stand Up Paddle Nature Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 384 reviews · from $71

Join Ricky or Krystal for a two-hour stand-up paddleboard tour on the Brunswick River near Byron Bay. You’ll receive a land lesson, board, paddle, leg rope, and lifejacket if needed, then paddle through Cape Byron Marine Park while looking for wildlife. Photos, water, and homemade snacks are included.

“This stand up paddle tour was nothing short of amazing. From start to finish, the experience felt both exhilarating and deeply peaceful—a rare combination that made it truly special. The natural beauty surrounding us was absolutely spectaRead more”

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3.Behind The Bay – Explore Like a Local: Waterfalls/paddleboarding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · from $92

Travel beyond Byron Bay with a local guide such as Harry, Tom, Mark, or Georgia. Swim at Killen Falls, use a paddleboard at Lake Ainsworth, and walk through Broken Head Nature Reserve to white-sand beaches and lookouts. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and a maximum of 11 people keep the day easy.

“Absolutely fantastic trip! Had 3 stops, first we went to a beautiful waterfall for a swim, then on to a ti-tree lake where we had lunch and a swim. Paddle boards were available to use for free in the lake. We finished with a scenic walk above another beautiful beach. All in all a great way to spend 5 hours, and the music in the bus was great.”

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4.Golden Beach 1-Hour Stand-Up Paddleboard Hire on the Sunshine Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $20

Spend one hour on a stand-up paddleboard from Golden Beach, gliding across the Pumicestone Passage toward Bribie Island. Carl, Nicky, Tallon, and the team provide safety gear, quick instruction, tide advice, and practical help for first-time paddlers. Wildlife sightings may include rays, birds, and kangaroos.

“Had a great 1 hr SUP. My wife and I had never tried previously so don’t let that put you off having a go. A quick few minutes explaining what to do and off we went. Managed not to fall off so that was a positive. Nice quiet location and plenty of shallow water for you to practice in.”

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5.Private Byron Bay: 2-Hour Stand Up Paddle Board Nature Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2h 30m · from $102

Meet your English-speaking instructor at Lets Go Surfing in Byron Bay for a private 150-minute SUP trip on the Brunswick River. You will learn balance, strokes, turns, and water safety before paddling through calm surroundings where turtles, dolphins, stingrays, fish, and seabirds may appear. Darcy is one guide praised for his calm, personal approach.

“The guide was great and made the experience better but paddleboarding was also very fun!”

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6.St Kilda: Group Lesson for Stand-Up Paddleboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 1h 30m · from $42

You will learn the basics of stand-up paddleboarding at Melbourne’s St Kilda Beach in a 90-minute English-language group lesson. Instructors provide the board, paddle, leg rope, and wetsuit if needed. You must be at least 12 and able to swim.

“Good customer service and well trained instructor. I had a good time, very relaxing activity and it worth..”

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7.Stand Up Paddle at Double Island Point + 4×4 Beach Drive

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 6 hours · from $114

Ride a 4WD beach route from Noosa to Double Island Point, then learn stand-up paddle skills in calm lagoons. English-speaking guides provide gear, instruction, park entry, snacks, and refreshments. You need competent swimming ability, and departure times change with the tides.

“nick the guide was awesome- made our tour even better- such a shame we did not see one animal or sea creature!!”

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8.Byron Bay: Group 2.5 Hour Stand-Up Paddle Board Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 2h 30m · from $60

Meet an English-speaking instructor at Let’s Go Surfing in Byron Bay for a 2.5-hour paddle on the calm Brunswick River. Learn balance, strokes, turns, and safety in a group of up to eight, with boards, rashies or wetsuits, sunscreen, and transfers included.

“We had a lot of fun with Mark, who gave us so many interesting bits of info about the area and Australia in general 😀 🇦🇺🤠😎”

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9.Sunshine Coast: Stand-Up Paddleboard Rental & Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 5 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $17Best value

Join Ocean Addicts for a 1 to 2-hour stand-up paddleboard session on the Maroochy River. An English-speaking instructor teaches stance, paddling, turning, and safety, then you can cruise calm water or try small waves. Boards, paddles, and a beach lesson are included.

“Instructor is very caring and never left you behind”

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