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The 15 Australia Kayaking Tours That Earn Their Price

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Flat water, swell, tide and daylight all change what a paddle is worth. These 15 australia kayaking tours are compared on all four, with prices.

Sydney: Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour - Paddling onto Sydney Harbour
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Sydney: Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour

1.Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,899 reviews · 2 hours · from $119Our pick

Paddle Sydney Harbour at sunrise, see the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, then enjoy free photos, coffee, and a pastry for $119.

“Great experience. Never kayaked before, but put totally at ease. Good clear instructions. Ashley, Rachel, Liam & Nick (sorry if I forgot anyone or got names wrong), were so friendly and made sure we all gad a good experience. We even got a sunrise on what started out a wet & cloudy morning. Lovely way to start your day. A must do activity.”

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Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding - Starting at Nelly Bay at 8:30
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Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding

2.Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,372 reviews · from $115

Review of Magnetic Island’s 5-hour snorkeling and paddle board tour, with reef guides, secluded bays, morning tea, wildlife, price, and practical tips.

“Great tour. The crew is very friendly and knowledgeable. The vessel very comfy with plenty of room for viewing for everyone. We were lucky to see humpback whales, sea eagles, and around 2 hours dedicated to snorkelling. We visited Read more”

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The Freycinet Paddle - Paddling toward Freycinet National Park
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The Freycinet Paddle

4.The Freycinet Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 985 reviews · from $104

Review of The Freycinet Paddle in Coles Bay, with practical details on kayaking, guides, wildlife, price, weather, timing, and value.

“Great experience. We had perfect weather and loved the kayak. Our two guides, Abby and Mandy (?) were friendly and knowledgeable and served us a lovely morning tea. Well worth doing, and not too strenuous, despite the duration.”

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Sydney: Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge - Paddling into a waking Sydney Harbour
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Sydney: Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge

5.Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 869 reviews · 2 hours · from $126

Paddle beneath Sydney Harbour Bridge at sunrise, see the Opera House from the water, and finish with photos, coffee, and breakfast.

“I honestly can’t recommend this kayak tour enough! Paddling through Sydney Harbour was one of the most unforgettable experiences of my trip. Seeing the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from the water gives you such a completely different perspective — it was absolutely breathtaking. The guides were fantastic — friendly, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel safe and confident, even if you’re not an experienced kayaker. The pace was perfect, with plenty of time to take in the views and snap photos without feeling rushed. The whole experience felt peaceful, exciting, and surreal all at once. Being out on the harbour, surrounded by that iconic skyline, was something I’ll never forget.…”

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Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast - Moreton Island by 4WD, with sand between your tires
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Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

6.Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 633 reviews · from $129

Moreton Island from Brisbane or the Gold Coast combines wreck snorkeling, clear kayaks, sandboarding, lunch, and a long but exciting day.

“It's a lot of activities but I LOVED it all! It will be a very busy day you'll get sandy etc. just be prepared. Bring sand, shoes, flip-flops sun shirts... The crew was absolutely wonderful that took care of us. Ryan, Jay and too many that I can't remember. The lunch was very good. Everyone was so upbeat and fun.! Jacob, the guy that was driving out to the sun dunes was amazing! Loved it all! And all the crew! 😍”

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Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour - The first 15 minutes: safety before scenery
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Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour

7.Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 560 reviews · 3 hours · from $55Cheapest

Paddle Adelaide’s mangrove creeks, spot dolphins and shipwrecks, and learn about the sanctuary with a marine biologist guide.

“Kendall was a great guide ,fun and knowledgable and this made for a really enjoyable afternoon. Thanks for a great day.”

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Hobart Kayak Tour - Battery Point, harbor boats, and city views
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Hobart Kayak Tour

8.Hobart Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 473 reviews · from $179

Paddle Hobart’s waterfront, learn local history, and enjoy fish and chips on the water with Roaring 40s Kayaking.

“Dan and Lachie were very professional and friendly guides. They explained everything with a little humour which put the group at ease. They shared a little interesting history and information about the docks and shoreline. Nothing was too much trouble for them to help with.”

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Byron Stand Up Paddle Nature Tour - Following the river through Cape Byron Marine Park
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Byron Stand Up Paddle Nature Tour

9.Byron Stand Up Paddle Nature Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 384 reviews · from $72

Paddle the peaceful Brunswick River near Byron Bay with a small group, wildlife guide, photos, instruction, water, and homemade snacks.

“Really good tour. Ricky the tour guide is super nice and friendly. If you’re in Byron I’d check it out for sure.”

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Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour - Paddling beside Byron Bay’s wildlife
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Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife - 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa - What the kayaking is really like
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Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife – 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

11.Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife – 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 366 reviews · from $116

Review of Noosa’s 4WD beach and kayak tour to Double Island Point, with wildlife spotting, ocean views, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“The afternoon was a great adventure, and the guide was excellent. I had not kayaked before, so I found this part of the activity challenging. The guide kindly helped me with this. The best part of the adventure was driving along the beautiful beach, which is for quite a while. Unfortunately, no dolphins or turtles were spotted, but the scenery was stunning. I”

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Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide - The Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary by kayak
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Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide

12.Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 355 reviews · from $57

Review the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary kayak tour, with mangroves, wild dolphins, shipwrecks, practical tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.

“Good tour. Saw the dolphins a good few times and one occasion they were up close to the kayaks. The team really respect the wildlife and are very knowledgable- thanks Hannah and Mark!”

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Gold Coast: Wave Break Island Kayaking & Snorkeling tour - Thirty minutes across the Broadwater
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Gold Coast: Wave Break Island Kayaking & Snorkeling tour

13.Wave Break Island Kayaking & Snorkeling tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 340 reviews · 2h 30m · from $63

Review of the Gold Coast Wave Break Island kayaking and snorkeling tour, with practical tips on price, fitness, wildlife, gear, and value.

“It was great! Your tour guides friendly and so helpful. Would definitely do it again. I really loved snorkeling and kayaking, as a first timer I found them very accomodating and helpful”

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Sydney Harbour Bridge Kayak & Breakfast Tour - Getting set up with a safety briefing and PFD
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Sydney Harbour Bridge Kayak & Breakfast Tour

14.Sydney Harbour Bridge Kayak & Breakfast Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 325 reviews · from $140

Paddle beneath Sydney Harbour Bridge, pass the Opera House, and enjoy a generous cafe breakfast on this small-group morning kayak tour.

“Brilliant experience! Sam was a great guide and gave us a tow when we were struggling against the wind. Had a lovely breakfast at the halfway point and Sam gave us lots of recommendations for places to eat or visit. Would definitely do it again (but maybe not in winter)”

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Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours) - Snorkeling conditions at Wave Break Island
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Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)

15.Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 318 reviews · from $64

Gold Coast kayak and snorkel tour to Wave Break Island with guides, snacks, photos, and wildlife sightings. See costs, tips, and drawbacks.

“Amazing experience! I learned a lot about the fish and Wave Break Island. Although the seawater wasn’t very clear due to the cyclone, I could still see the fish. It was a memorable experience thanks to Nelson’s detailed explanations, patient guidance, and the snacks catered during the trip.”

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