Batemans Bay Glass-Bottom Kayak Tour Over 2 Relaxing Hours
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Batemans Bay Glass-Bottom Kayak Tour Over 2 Relaxing Hours
By Region X
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Explore Batemans Bay, on Australia’s South Coast, and its sparkling waters from the seat of a glass-bottom kayak. During this family-friendly guided tour, receive paddling instructions and a safety briefing before discovering local marine life such as stingrays, crabs, and octopus within Batemans Marine Park. Bonus: this tour enables you to paddle around remote areas of the marine park that are accessible only by boat.
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Ages 3-75, max of 16 per group
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- See local marine life like stingrays and fish through a glass-bottom kayak
- Paddle a stable, easy-to-handle kayak on the calm waters of Batemans Bay
- Morning and afternoon tours offer flexibility for busy travel itineraries
- The tour is suited for adults, kids, and novice and experienced paddlers
- Snacks
- Guide
- Use of equipment
What's not included- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Make your own way to the meeting point near Batemans Bay, where you are given a flotation device and kayak. Receive paddling instructions and a safety briefing, and then head out in your glass-bottom kayak onto the calm waters of Batemans Marine Park. This area includes a mangrove and tidal sand flat system, which protects local marine life, as well as creates a breeding ground for various sea life, including stingrays, blue crabs, fiddler rays, and a variety of colorful fish. Spot marine life from your glass-bottom kayak and explore more remote sections of the park that are accessible only by boat. As you paddle around, learn from your guide about the history of the area, including its significance to the Yuin, a group of Aboriginal people who have lived here for more than 12,000 years. After time on the water, return to your starting location, where your tour ends and you can enjoy complimentary snacks.
- Start:
- 7 Myamba Parade, Surfside NSW 2536, AustraliaPlease meet in the car park opposite 7 Myamba Parade, Surfside Please wear sun smart clothing and bring with you hats, sunscreen, drinking water and a sense of adventure.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 18398P1- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 18398P1
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- RussellH12330 contributionsClear watersWe had a great morning in the kayaks and snorkelling in a beautiful piece of the coastline. Saw a variety of marine life and underwater colours. Guides were great - thanks to Darren and Jackson for their professional and friendly approach.Written 3 December 2024
- geeijo0 contributionsFresh oyster for the win!If you remotely like an oyster then you have to do this trip! What a fabulous way to learn some more about how an oyster gets on your plate and how oyster farming works on the Clyde. Not too much paddling if you haven't done that sort of thing before. Even as a regular paddler this tour was excellent. Region X were amazing and highly recommend.Written 24 November 2024
- Kimberley H0 contributionsBatemans Bay oyster kayakWow, what an informative kayak session. Thoroughly enjoyed it and learned so much about oysters that I didn’t know. Highly recommend.Written 24 November 2024
- S6437MLdanielk0 contributions10/10Great experience. Michael is super patient, relaxed, and has so much knowledge. Seeing a pod of dolphins was a highlightWritten 24 October 2024
- janetbV2162BU0 contributionsJust do It!!The walk was so interesting over different terrains and through varied landscapes. Lots of different bird species and wildflowers to view. Pace was more than manageable. We were so fortunate to be part of a wonderful group and guided so excellently, by Eva and Dave. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Seeing dolphins sleeping on Day 2 and the constant sightings of whales along the way, were definitely highlights, topped off by the serene paddle in the kayaks! Food was plentiful and delicious! This trip is a must do to add to your bucket list!Written 17 October 2024
- boiker0 contributionsOyster experience on the Clyde riverFrom the online booking experience, to proactive contact reorganizing our day, to the informative kayak tour around the oyster farms by Mike and oyster tasting with Jade, the couple of hours included made for a great experience today. Highly recommended!Written 13 October 2024
- saffronc8530 contributionsBeautiful Batemans by KayakWe had a lovely morning kayaking with Michael and Tom. They both were very friendly and knowledgeable about the area and offered other tips for sightseeing and activities in the area, made great coffee and gave us the best restaurant reviews :) Highly recommend!Written 7 October 2024
- kateenah20190 contributionsKayakingThe tour guides where good and made it very easy and relaxing for everyone. The swirls stopped us from being able to go snorkelling but seeing dolphins at the end made it even more worth it. Would definitely do this againWritten 6 October 2024
- stuarty9840 contributionsOnce in a Life Time ExperienceAmazing experience, from booking to finishing the team have been amazing! We set off bright and early from a local beach, and cruised into open water on our way to toll gate islands. The whales were in the distance the whole time, until around half way. At this point a mother whale and calf came right up to the kayaks! Truly once in a life time experience. The tour was safe, easy going and fun for all in the group. The afternoon tea was such a nice touch. Thanks againWritten 28 September 2024
- Hel5410 contributionsDon’t miss this walk with region xFabulous 3 day walk with different scenery ( all beautiful) each day. The support and organisation by region x is second to none . Josh and our guide Gabriel were amazing. The short kayak on day two was great fun. The food was plentiful and delicious. Highly recommended.Written 12 July 2024
- Fearless012455795960 contributionsEye opening, inspirational and personalThis was so special. The big sky was amazing. It felt like an adventure in the wild. It was amazing to discover so many beautiful coves, caves and beaches. It was the best up close and personal views of seals of my life. I loved the connections with Josh and the other participants. Morning tea was excellent. Everything about the day was excellent.Written 29 June 2024
- alssaliau0 contributionsAn Exciting Experience with a Personal TouchIt was an exciting adventure kayaking in the sea. We were pleasantly surprised to kayak past a colony of seals basking on the rocks. Mike was our guide and he is very competent and fun to hang out with. We truly enjoyed his company and the spread he had prepared. We highly recommend kayaking with Region X.Written 4 June 2024
- JanineE20120 contributionsTicked ALL the boxes!What an amazing 3 days! It ticked all the boxes - scenery was amazing (we even saw whales - well done Region X excellent organisation) - guides were smart, informative and fun! - accommodation was amazing - woke up to beach views and kangaroos - food was great! A very manageable walk for all!Written 28 May 2024
- K6775MEpetert0 contributionsSparkling water, dolphins, turtles and moreA great half day of kayaking on the ocean, professionally organised by our knowledgeable guide Mike. Thoroughly recommend Region X.Written 21 May 2024
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Kurto
1 contribution
Jan 2023 • Couples
Well, what more than 5 stars could I say..
This company excelled with local knowledge and great eyes for spotting local wildlife on land and in water. Garren(Gaz) the guide, was a great guide! showing us what keen eyes he had for spotting the underwater life, not an easy task when camouflage plays a huge part in the sand..
The group felt safe and comfortable as all safety precautions where met. We had some newbies in the group that had never kayaked before and Gaz’s training had them off and paddling!
The Tour operator Josh was excellent in keeping the program on track and providing options for the day at hand. Josh is super flexible with keeping everyone happy. Josh even went above and beyond for me! Sharing local knowledge of secluded spots when looking to make the experience a momentous occasion for a special someone. Josh did not have to help me, but he did! Awesome stuff, a true blue company.
I would use this company again and will be passing on the good word to friends and family.
Legends!
This company excelled with local knowledge and great eyes for spotting local wildlife on land and in water. Garren(Gaz) the guide, was a great guide! showing us what keen eyes he had for spotting the underwater life, not an easy task when camouflage plays a huge part in the sand..
The group felt safe and comfortable as all safety precautions where met. We had some newbies in the group that had never kayaked before and Gaz’s training had them off and paddling!
The Tour operator Josh was excellent in keeping the program on track and providing options for the day at hand. Josh is super flexible with keeping everyone happy. Josh even went above and beyond for me! Sharing local knowledge of secluded spots when looking to make the experience a momentous occasion for a special someone. Josh did not have to help me, but he did! Awesome stuff, a true blue company.
I would use this company again and will be passing on the good word to friends and family.
Legends!
Written 31 January 2023
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Kurto,
Thank you for such an awesome review and we are so please that you had such a great experience. We would love to have you back again and again along with your family and friends. Until then happy adventuring and safe travels
Written 6 March 2023
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Matthew S
Sydney, Australia72 contributions
Jan 2023
This was my first time kayaking and it was much easier than expected. The boats are stable and easy to control. We covered vast distances without much effort. The guide, Gaz, was delightful. We learned a lot about ecology and aboriginal culture. I highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to step out of their comfort zone and do something that's just slightly challenging but extremely enjoyable. It also makes for wonderful photos!
Written 9 January 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I would like to say good on you for stepping out of your comfort zone and thank you for choosing us to do that. Gaz is an awesome guide and he loves his job. We hope to see you again soon on one of our other tours.
Written 17 January 2023
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David B
Melbourne, Australia30 contributions
Dec 2022
Our family of 6 (kids from 8 yo to 16) did the glass bottom kayak tour of the Cullendulla marine area which despite all our years holidaying on the South Coast was a great new experience. Josh is an awesome tour guide - lots of indigenous history that again embarrassingly we did not know and other local/marine knowledge. It was a great afternoon despite the weather which was rainy, and in some ways was a really good wet weather activity as you got pretty wet anyway. Highly recommend.
Written 2 January 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to review us. Rainy days can sometimes be the nicest time on the water and we are so pleased that you and your family enjoyed the Glass Bottom Tour with Josh. We hope to see you again soon.
Written 17 January 2023
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Kate J
Sydney, Australia34 contributions
I took my son's (10 and 7) on this 2nd paddle and it was a great break from normal school holiday activities. We were beginners and Josh (guide) made us feel comfortable in the kayaks and communicated well with the boys. The kayaking was manageable and relaxing. We were away from built up marinas and glided through mangroves. The boys loved the information about flora and sea life and the quick swim before heading back. I will do again in the future.
Written 17 January 2021
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Thank you for your review kate! we're so glad you and your family had a great time, we'd love to see you back on another tour with us!
Written 5 January 2022
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Wei Y
1 contribution
Dec 2022
This short 2-hour kayak tour just made our Christmas holiday perfect. It's far beyond our expectations of how good it can be. Garran and Justin are our guide leaders. Those two are so helpful and fun. Garran's knowledge about marine environment goes into every details of what we were seeing and feeling around kayaking, from sea to river, and from plant to animal. Justin shared a lot of his fun guiding experiences in different wilds. With both of them leading the tour, we felt the time just went pass too quickly to have enough knowing, seeing and touching. Definitely highly recommend. You won't regret it for a second!
Written 29 December 2022
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Good Morning
Thank you so much for your awesome review. We are so pleased that you had an awesome tour out on the water with Garran and Justin. We hope to see you again
on the beautiful South Coast of NSW.
From the team at Region X
Written 29 December 2022
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walkwifgod
Sydney, Australia4 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
It has been a while since I last did kayaking and this tour is a very good refresher with lots of fun! The tour guide is very outgoing and gave everyone very good instruction. I really appreciate how he also provided background to the Cullendulla Sanctuary and stressed the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability. The glassbottom tour was approximately 2.5hrs with decent duration of kayaking, rest and appreciation of the sanctuary. I truly enjoyed the experience and I highly recommend it.
Written 5 October 2022
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Thanks mate, we'd love to see you again soon to try our one of our tours that features the clyde river sanctuary such as the oyster tour or the pizza paddle!
Written 15 December 2022
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Benjamin I
2 contributions
Dec 2020
Josh and his daughter were amazing hosts, very knowledgeable about the area and telling us lots of interesting facts throughout the trip. Plenty to see throughout the relatively easy paddle and a nice little stop for snacks and a swim along the way.
We originally bought out tickets for Dec 2019, but due to bushfires and covid were unable to use them, but Josh didn't hesitate once when we reached out about using them and honoured the tickets right away. Great guy and really fun day out!
We originally bought out tickets for Dec 2019, but due to bushfires and covid were unable to use them, but Josh didn't hesitate once when we reached out about using them and honoured the tickets right away. Great guy and really fun day out!
Written 27 December 2020
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Thank you for taking the time to write your thoughts on the tour!
The apple doesn't fall far from the tree when it comes to Josh and his daughters!
Glad you had fun. Hope to see you again soon.
Warm wishes,
Amy
Written 5 January 2021
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Sherriff Y
Canberra, Australia2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
One of the best ways to experience the Bay - the team makes it very interactive and fun at the same time, even for first timers.
We went up all the way to the estuary and kayaking through the mangrove trees, which would be the only way to explore that area in style.
The trip is also separated with small breaks and the kids were having an awesome time playing games up on the beach.
Most of all, the team was always there making sure you're looked after throughout the entire journey.
Highly recommended! Thank you for making our morning so enjoyable!
We went up all the way to the estuary and kayaking through the mangrove trees, which would be the only way to explore that area in style.
The trip is also separated with small breaks and the kids were having an awesome time playing games up on the beach.
Most of all, the team was always there making sure you're looked after throughout the entire journey.
Highly recommended! Thank you for making our morning so enjoyable!
Written 3 October 2023
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Thankyou, what an amazing message. We are so happy we made this trip an enjoyable one, hopefully many happy memories and we would love for you and the family to come back and make some more memories as they grow up! thankyou.
Written 11 October 2023
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WanderlustBigfoot
Washington16 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Bad photos but great tour. We did glass bottom tour which was a good kayaking experience at Bateman Bay. Our guide explained kayaking basics, showed us a thing or two about the area and we had fun time. Will surely recommend it.
They said they’ll take complementary photos 😳🙄😬 please!!
They said they’ll take complementary photos 😳🙄😬 please!!
Written 27 December 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to write a review.
We are so pleased that you had a great time out on the water with us. We apologise for the
photos not being so great but hope to see you again soon out on the water with us
Written 23 January 2024
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Alice
Sydney, Australia3 contributions
Such a great morning kayaking. Our guide was really knowledgeable and imparted so much great information to us, it was particularly great hearing about the traditional land owners and how they thrived in the area!
Another great thing was that the tour didn’t feel rushed at all.
Saw some rays, jellyfish, black swans, oyster catchers and kookaburras 🥰
Another great thing was that the tour didn’t feel rushed at all.
Saw some rays, jellyfish, black swans, oyster catchers and kookaburras 🥰
Written 29 January 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to write a review.
We are so pleased that you had an awesome day on the water on our Glass Bottom Tour.
We take pride in the fact that all our guides are in tune with the south coast of NSW and they love to pass this information onto our guests. It is pretty special when nature puts on a show for us when we are out on the water. Thanks again
Written 31 January 2024
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Guess I should have mentioned this but we are 18 stone and 14 stone, are the kyaks big enough.
Written 9 January 2019
I believe so but always good to check with the company themselves. They are very friendly and helpful,
Written 14 February 2019
Is this suitable for two older ladies (65 and 69) we are coming February next year. Both can swim although not strong swimmers, never been Kayaking before.
Written 28 November 2018
It sure is. Josh caters for any age and ability. He adjusts to whatever the needs and conditions are. Enjoy!
Written 12 December 2018
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