9 River Kayak Tours in Australia Worth Booking

1.Margaret River Canoe Tour Including Australian Wild Food Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · from $101Our pick

Paddle the Margaret River, taste kangaroo and emu, and learn local Aboriginal stories on this scenic half-day canoe tour from Prevelly Beach.

“This was a wonderful trip, surely very underrated. The Margaret River was lovely and the water pristine. We saw almost no development. The highlight was swimming in the river. The shore lunch was a surprise delight. Our guide Adam was pRead more”

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2.Guided River Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 175 reviews · 1h 30m · from $46

Paddle Brisbane River past Story Bridge and South Bank on a guided 90-minute kayak tour with local stories, gear, sunscreen, and showers.

“A great activity ,good to see Brisbane from a different perspective . Guide spread self around all the group .Hardest probably getting in the kayak but once in the water was ok . Good briefing prior to kayaking would recommend”

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3.Mangroves and Mansions Guided Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 99 reviews · 2 hours · from $59

Paddle Noosa River’s mangroves and mansions on a relaxed two-hour kayak tour with expert guidance, wildlife sightings, and easy equipment.

“It was a lot of fun and really enjoyed the Kayak tour, The guide was very friendly and supportive.”

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4.Guided Canoe & 4×4 Tour with Lunch & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 5 hours · from $154

Canoe the Margaret River, visit Yalgardup Falls, taste wine at Fraser Gallop Estate, and walk the Wilyabrup cliffs on this five-hour tour.

“Everything. Our guide Sean was excellent, extremely knowledgeable. The morning canoeing along the Margaret Ricer spectacular, winery and lunch amazing along with honey tasting. A 4x4 drive and the walk along the coastal track spectacular. Sean even stop and bought us all coffees along the way. One of the best trips we have experienced for along time. We travel abroad frequently and this was up there with the best. Thank you Sean for a wonderful day.”

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5.2-Hour Kayak Hire on Brisbane River

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 29 reviews · 1 day · from $36Cheapest

Hire a kayak on Brisbane River for two hours, paddle beneath Story Bridge or toward South Bank, and see Brisbane from the water.

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6.Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 27 reviews · 2 hours · from $42

Paddle the clear Brunswick River, spot rays and birds, learn local ecology, and enjoy snacks on a calm two-hour kayak tour from Byron Bay.

“Matt and Nick were great! Awesome morning out on the river. We saw several different rays, fish and bird species and had a great time out. Definitely recommended.”

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7.Illuminated River Night Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 25 reviews · 1h 30m · from $70

Review of Brisbane’s $70 illuminated night kayak tour, with Story Bridge views, city lights, practical tips, strengths, drawbacks, and FAQs.

“Stimmung, sicheres Gefühl im Kayak, Guides äusserst hilfsbereit!”

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8.Canning River Half-Day Kayak Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Review of the Canning River kayak tour in Perth, with wildlife highlights, guide tips, pricing, accessibility, and practical advice for beginners.

“Thanks to Carl & Jessica. A great leisurely paddle along the beautiful Canning River. Didn't realise the amount of bird life around. Thanks to the people of Perth allowing us to appreciate make in a large city.”

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9.Brunswick River Sunset Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 8 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Paddle Brunswick River at sunset near Byron Bay, spotting pelicans, sea eagles and stingrays on a calm, two-hour guided kayak tour.

“It was the most peaceful and relaxing adventure. The wildlife is incredible it’s a place of absolute bliss.”

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