Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

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About this activity

Paddle with dolphins and go kayaking with the experts on a Byron Bay sea kayak tour. See bottlenose dolphins and look out for whales and turtles as you paddle through Cape Byron Marine Park. Learn about the local environment from local sea and surf experts, and enjoy all-you-can-eat Tim Tam chocolate biscuits on the beach. All safety gear is included, and your kayaking with dolphins tour suits beginner and expert kayakers alike.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 32 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Cape Byron Kayaks

Ages: Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All-you-can-eat Tim-Tams
Included: National Park fees
Included: Professional guide
Included: Wetsuits (upon request)
Included: Safety gears

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Cape Byron Kayaks

Passing by

Join your local surfer guide as you take to the water in a two-person, sit-on-top-style sea kayak, designed for stability and easy operation.

Paddling through the calm waters of the Byron Bay marine park, look out for the local pod of 300 resident dolphins, including Pacific and common dolphins.

While paddling, you might also see turtles and migrating humpback whales as you listen to your guide's expert commentary on Byron Bay's history, geography and local highlights, including the famous Byron Bay lighthouse. Also hear interesting facts about Byron Bay's dolphins and other wildlife, and stories from the area's Aboriginal history.

Ride through Byron Bay's legendary surf with your expert guide, and enjoy up-close encounters with local bottlenose dolphins. Finishing with All You Can Eat Tim Tams.

All safety gear included, along with wetsuits if required. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed on your kayak tour, but if you don't see any dolphins you can enjoy a free return tour.
Byron Bay

Passing by

Join your local surfer guide as you take to the water in a two-person, sit-on-top-style sea kayak, designed for stability and easy operation.

Paddling through the calm waters of the Byron Bay marine park, look out for the local pod of 300 resident dolphins, including Pacific and common dolphins.

While paddling, you might also see turtles and migrating humpback whales as you listen to your guide's expert commentary on Byron Bay's history, geography and local highlights, including the famous Byron Bay lighthouse. Also hear interesting facts about Byron Bay's dolphins and other wildlife, and stories from the area's Aboriginal history.

Ride through Byron Bay's legendary surf with your expert guide, and enjoy up-close encounters with local bottlenose dolphins. Finishing with All You Can Eat Tim Tams.

All safety gear included, along with wetsuits if required. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed on your kayak tour, but if you don't see any dolphins you can enjoy a free return tour.
Stop 3

Passing by

Join your local surfer guide as you take to the water in a two-person, sit-on-top-style sea kayak, designed for stability and easy operation.

Paddling through the calm waters of the Byron Bay marine park, look out for the local pod of 300 resident dolphins, including Pacific and common dolphins.

While paddling, you might also see turtles and migrating humpback whales as you listen to your guide's expert commentary on Byron Bay's history, geography and local highlights, including the famous Byron Bay lighthouse. Also hear interesting facts about Byron Bay's dolphins and other wildlife, and stories from the area's Aboriginal history.

Ride through Byron Bay's legendary surf with your expert guide, and enjoy up-close encounters with local bottlenose dolphins. Finishing with All You Can Eat Tim Tams.

All safety gear included, along with wetsuits if required. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed on your kayak tour, but if you don't see any dolphins you can enjoy a free return tour.
Wategos Beach

Passing by

Join your local surfer guide as you take to the water in a two-person, sit-on-top-style sea kayak, designed for stability and easy operation.

Paddling through the calm waters of the Byron Bay marine park, look out for the local pod of 300 resident dolphins, including Pacific and common dolphins.

While paddling, you might also see turtles and migrating humpback whales as you listen to your guide's expert commentary on Byron Bay's history, geography and local highlights, including the famous Byron Bay lighthouse. Also hear interesting facts about Byron Bay's dolphins and other wildlife, and stories from the area's Aboriginal history.

Ride through Byron Bay's legendary surf with your expert guide, and enjoy up-close encounters with local bottlenose dolphins. Finishing with All You Can Eat Tim Tams.

All safety gear included, along with wetsuits if required. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed on your kayak tour, but if you don't see any dolphins you can enjoy a free return tour.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Shed 2, Opposite 60 Lawson St, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481 - 15 minutes prior to the tour.

End point

Shed 2, Opposite 60 Lawson St, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481 - 15 minutes prior to the tour.

Using your ticket

Please note Hotel Pick Up is not included, you do not need to contact us regarding hotel pick ups, we will meet you at the start point of the tour.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

PLEASE NOTE FROM OCTOBER 6th 2019 UNTIL APRIL 5TH 2020 NSW IS ON DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME.

NSW WILL BE 1 HOUR AHEAD OF QUEENSLAND.

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARRIVE FOR YOUR TOUR ON TIME AS REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED DUE TO ARRIVING LATE

In booking this tour I acknowledge that I and everyone in my group (if applicable):

Is aware that this is a tour in the open ocean and even if I/we cannot swim are confident in the open water
Has a reasonable level of fitness and ability to paddle my/our own kayak
Inability to paddle my own kayak in moderate conditions is not a reason for a refund

We can cater for non-swimmers however if you are unable to swim we recommend you call us before booking. Failure to do so may incur penalties.

Covid-19 Procedures: All travelers will be required to provide their contact details for contact tracing, upon arrival all travelers and staff will be temperature checked as well as additional cleaning of gear provided.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Everyone 18+ must be able to swim 25 meters unaided. Non swimming adults who book the tour are not entitled to a refund
Not recommended for child aged under 5 years old
A public liability waiver is required to be signed prior to departure. Should you wish to receive this more than 24hrs in advance please call +61 2 6680 9555
This tour will proceed in the rain. Customers who cancel less then 24hrs prior to a tour due to rainy conditions are not entitled to a refund or free swap. Choosing to opt out of a tour due to rain does not warrant a refund.
This is a tour in the open ocean and all paddlers need to be confident in the open water.
A reasonable level of fitness and ability to paddle my/our own kayak is required
Inability to paddle my own kayak in moderate conditions is not a reason for a refund
If the tour does not see dolphins or whales (during whale season), I am entitled to a free return tour but I am NOT entitled to any refund. Free return tours are non-transferable.
Cancellations or changes to a booking within 24 hours of tour start time are not allowed and non-refundable. No exceptions.
Guests must check in no later than 15 mins prior to scheduled tour departure
Please note: There is an hours time difference between QLD and NSW during summer daylight saving time - please check if travelling from QLD
Please bring: sun protection, waterproof camera, water bottle and a towel
Each Child under 16 MUST be accompanied by a adult. Failure to comply will result in you not being able to join the tour and no refund will be issued
In booking this tour I acknowledge that I and everyone in my group (if applicable):
- Is aware that this is a tour in the open ocean and I/we are confident in the open water
- I/We has a reasonable level of fitness and ability to paddle my/our own kayak
- We acknowledge that an inability to paddle my own kayak in moderate conditions is not a reason for a refund.
I understand that this tour will proceed in the rain.