Join us for a leisurely Bermagui River Kayak Tour, paddling gently upstream and back through peaceful natural surrounds. Glide past mangroves where herons forage along the shoreline and cormorants rest in the trees, then pause to enjoy the sound of bellbirds, a relaxed morning tea and, on warm days, perhaps even a swim.
Tour Highlights
Guided kayaking tour on the serene Bermagui River
Glide past thriving mangrove ecosystems
Suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers
Local wildlife spotting along the river
Morning tea stop with tea, coffee, fruit and locally made treats
All kayaking and safety equipment supplied
$5 from every tour donated to South Coast Wildlife Rescue
Bermagui River Mangroves & Bellbirds
Glide past thriving mangroves and local oyster leases on this leisurely river escape. Immerse yourself in the tranquil chime of bellbirds while keeping a sharp eye out for the brilliant flash of an azure kingfisher and majestic white-bellied sea eagles soaring high above the canopy.
A Guided Paddle for Beginners and Experienced Kayakers
Your expert guide will lead the way, with all kayaking equipment and safety gear provided. No previous kayaking experience is needed, although this is an active experience best suited to guests with moderate fitness and good balance.
Relax and Refresh with Morning Tea
Take a break from paddling to stretch your legs, enjoy a refreshing swim, and indulge in a delightful morning tea. Our spread includes: Plunger coffee, black leaf tea, peppermint tea or fruit juice, Local full cream milk from Tilba Dairy, Seasonal fruit and Locally made sweet treats from Wild Rye. Special dietary requirements can be catered for upon request.
Championing Wildlife Conservation
Five dollars from every guest is donated to South Coast Wildlife Rescue. Your contribution directly supports the rehabilitation of injured native fauna, vital community education programs, and essential rescue operations, ensuring the region’s unique and beautiful wildlife thrives for generations to come.
Tour Details
Location
Bermagui River
Price
$170 AUD per adult (17+)
$135 AUD per child (3 to 16 yrs)
Duration
Approximately 3hrs
Activity Rating
Active – Ideal for those with moderate fitness and good balance, this kayaking experience may involve sustained effort and paddling over long distances, occasionally against wind or current.
You’ll paddle approximately 3km in each direction, totalling a 6km round trip. Generally, one leg of the journey will be with the tide, and the other against it.
Group Size
Minimum 4 guests, maximum 12 guests
Inclusions
- Guided kayak tour of the Pambula River
- All necessary equipment (kayak, paddle, and safety gear)
- Wholesome Morning Tea
- Waterproof dry bags, reef shoes and rain gear (if needed)
Meeting Time
8:30 AM
Departure Location & Facilities
Bermagui boat ramp, South West side of the Bermagui Bridge on Lamont St.
What to Wear/Bring
- Hat, sunglasses, reef-safe sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Closed-toe shoes (reef shoes or old trainers) are needed. We have some you can borrow.
- Wear a shirt with shorts or 3/4 length pants. Bring warm layers if it’s cold. We have rain gear you can borrow. If you plan to swim, wear your swimmers and bring a towel.
Additional Notes
We require a minimum of 4 guests for Bermagui River Kayak Tours. If booking for fewer than 4, please contact us to check availability, or book and pay for 4 guests to guarantee your departure. This ensures the tour can operate. Alternatively, you might consider booking our Pambula River Kayaking Tour, which is more popular and more likely to go ahead.
Essential Info
View Tour FAQsMinimum Guest Requirement
We require a minimum of 4 guests to confirm a tour, but don’t worry if you’re booking for less!
If your group is smaller than four (especially outside of school holidays), please contact us. We’ll gladly check our schedule to see if we can combine your booking with another confirmed group.
If the minimum of 4 guests isn’t met three days before the departure, we’ll email you with your options: transfer to another confirmed tour time, receive a full refund, or pay the equivalent of 4 guests to guarantee your private departure.
Notification and Options for Unconfirmed Tours
If your tour has not met the minimum requirement of 4 guests three days before the scheduled departure, we will notify you by email with the following options:
- Guarantee the departure: You can choose to pay for the additional empty spots needed to reach the minimum number. Note: If more guests book onto the tour before departure this additional payment may be refunded to you.
- Transfer Your Booking: Move your booking to another date that has a confirmed departure.
- Full Refund: Cancel your booking and receive a complete refund.
Cancellations Due to Weather or Operations
Navigate Expeditions may cancel the Service at any time by email or text message, for any one of the following reasons:
- If the number of guests booked to participate in the Services does not meet the minimum number;
- If extreme weather conditions such as heavy rainfall, extreme heat, strong winds, typhoons, sudden temperature shifts and fog are predicted or experienced;
- If a state or national lockdown exists, such as for an epidemic or security reasons, preventing the guest’s travel to the place of departure of the tour;
Then Navigate Expeditions will provide a full refund of the booking cost in full satisfaction of all claims the guest may have arising from the cancellation.
Public Holiday Surcharge
A 10% surcharge will be applied to all bookings on NSW Public Holidays to help offset the increased wage expenses incurred on these days.
Terms and Conditions
Please read our full Terms and Conditions before booking.
Accessibility and Assistance
Our expert kayak guides are trained to assist all guests in entering and exiting the kayaks safely and with dignity. If your group has specific requirements or needs, please contact us in advance. This allows us to discuss your requirements in detail and make necessary arrangements to ensure your kayaking experience is both enjoyable and comfortable. Additionally, we may be able to assist with meeting NDIS goals; please contact us to discuss.
Kayak Types and Preferences
We offer single, double, and triple kayaks for our tours. Please indicate your preference on your booking form. For children aged 10 and under, we recommend the stability and shared experience of a double kayak with an accompanying adult. Our kayak fleet also includes single and double kayaks equipped with outrigger stabilising floats for enhanced stability.
Swimming Ability and Safety
While being able to swimming is not a requirement, guests who are unable to swim must let us know on the booking form. This allows us to ensure extra safety measures are in place.
Assistance Animals and Pets
For safety reasons, trained assistance animals and pets are not permitted inside the kayaks.
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