Navigate Expeditions

Navigate Expeditions

Navigate Expeditions
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Navigate Expeditions offers an immersive, regenerative travel experiences for the environmentally conscious traveller. Specialising in hiking & kayaking with professional guides, industry accreditations and carbon off setting program. Currently we offer day tours and multi-day active adventure tours on the far South Coast of NSW and beyond.
Tathra, New South Wales, Australia
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amy b
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Family
We organised to do a kayak tour with Navigate Expeditions down the Pambula River during our extended family holiday. It included adults of various physical capabilities as well as two children. Due to some unforeseen weather conditions, our guide had to make some last minute changes to our start time to ensure that we had the best time. She took care of everything! It was so nice not to have to be the one making all the decisions and organising everyone. She even brought along a birthday muffin and candles so that we could celebrate on our own secluded beach. The whole experience was amazing and such a treasured family memory.
Written 18 October 2023
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We are delighted that you enjoyed the expereince so much! It was an absolute pleasure to host your family on the river. We hope you'll join us for another adventure soon.
Written 28 October 2023
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Ken B
Ulladulla98 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022
Jess at ‘Navigate Expeditions’ provided a service beyond my wildest expectations. Knowledgeable, exemplary, amazing, superlatives fail me in my effort to describe her provision of service for the environmentally conscious visitor to the Bermagui, Tathra, Merimbula, Eden areas.
I recently contacted Jess at ‘Navigate Expeditions’ in my quest to capture photos of the elusive ‘Azure Kingfisher’. Her environmental experience is amazing. She contacted me when the weather was suitable and off, we went by canoe on Boundra Lagoon. And yes, she was ’spot on’, and I got numerous pics of the elusive ‘Azure Kingfisher’.
For those interested in exploring the beautiful Far South Coast then I would highly recommend you contact Jess. She offers a variety of choices to suit most people. Here you will be dealing with an extraordinary guide and hostess. My rating without hesitation is 5/5.
Written 10 November 2022
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Kim S
Rochester, NY9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Couples
We had a great time kayaking on the Pambula River! We stopped at the port in Eden on our cruise and found this tour through a quick google search. Communication through the booking process was excellent and very prompt. Our guide for the day was fantastic. He provided transportation to/from the port and took an extra stop to show us a few additional sites since we had some extra time. On the kayaking trip, he pointed out a bunch of wildlife along the way and educated us about the oyster farming in the area, as we paddled through it. The kayaking was nice and peaceful — not too hard at all. The gear was great and they had dry bags for use if needed. The picnic/swimming spot was excellent and we had a nice snack before heading back. All in all, we really enjoyed our day and strongly recommend this tour and company to others looking for a nice experience in the area!
Written 28 March 2023
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience of kayaking with us on the Pambula River during your cruise stop in Eden. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful and informative tour, the excellent gear, and the lovely picnic and swimming spot. Your recommendation is appreciated and we hope to see you again soon!
Written 9 April 2023
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Jason D
Canberra, Australia15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022
We did the Kayak and Schuck tour on the Pambula River. I learned so much about oysters from at Broadwater Oysters from Mel...I had no idea that oysters from Merimbula can taste different from Pambula oysters...wow! Jess from Navigate Expeditions is very cheery, experienced and her enthusiasm about the region is very infectious. Highly recommend!
Written 4 October 2022
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Thanks so much! We absolutely love hosting this tour and enjoyed your company! Thank you!
Written 30 October 2022
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Traveler231581
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Couples
This kayak tour went through the stunning Pambula river which joins to the beach. The tour was extremely well organized, the leader was friendly and pointed out interesting information along the way.
He did a great job of catering the tour to all levels of kayak experience too.

It was special to experience the nature from a kayak, where you enjoy views of the beowa national park as well as the gorgeous turquoise river.

The oysters were just incredible. The freshness and richness of taste were unlike oysters I have ever tasted before!

The group size was small enough to really enjoy and have a chance to talk to others as well.
Highly recommend, this was a fantastic organised by a great bunch of people.
Thank you Navigate Expeditions!
Written 7 January 2023
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Thank you so much for joining us on our Kayak and Shuck tour! We are really happy to hear you enjoyed the experience.
Written 17 January 2023
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EGRAM10
Orlando, FL5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023 • Friends
Our group of 6 was picked up at the port in Eden from our cruise ship on time with our fabulous tour guide Grant and our 4 hour tour did not disappoint! We saw so much of Eden, and had a fabulous picnic lunch. The owner, Jess, was extremely responsive when going through the booking and confirmation process, and will cater to your groups needs. Our group wanted to pack in as much as possible and we were back on the ship in time. I can't recommend this tour enough!
Written 9 February 2023
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you and your group had a fabulous time with our tour guide Grant and enjoyed the tour, which included seeing so much of Eden and having a fabulous picnic lunch. We're also glad to hear that our owner Jess was extremely responsive and able to cater to your group's needs during the booking and confirmation process. Thank you for recommending us and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.
Written 9 April 2023
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splasch
Uki, Australia17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022
What a fabulous experience we had with Jess on our tour through the Mimosa Rocks National Park. Her knowledge of the local landscape was exceptional, the views spectacular, and the afternoon tea she served was seriously the best caramel slice I have ever tasted. Highly recommend Jess and Navigate Expeditions.
Written 8 March 2022
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Thank you so much for joining us on a tour! It was an absolute pleasure and delight to share the nature that surrounds and inspires us, with our visiting guests! The caramel slice is a favourite :)
Written 18 March 2022
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Jane G
Goulburn and Surrounds, Australia3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Friends
We were gifted a Kayak and Shuck tour on the Pambula River, and what a wonderful present it was! I'm a first-time paddler and found it fun and not too difficult. Jess from Navigate Expeditionslooked after us and the tour included a 79 yr old gentleman who also enjoyed himself. We went to Broadwater Oysters where our friendly and enthusiastic guide, Mel gave us lots of information about oysters and then showed us how to shuck. We all had a turn and there were plenty to share as well as delicious regional tasting plates for those who were not oyster-eaters.
Highly recommend this activity.
Written 9 January 2023
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Thank you so much joining us on our Kayak and Shuck tour! We really enjoyed hosting you and hope you can join us again!
Written 17 January 2023
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traciep674
Echuca, Australia9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Friends
We had a lovely experience kayaking on the beautiful turquoise Pambula river. We were picked up from our motel in Merimbula and before too long we were out on the river. The river was crystal clear and just like the photos we had seen prior to the tour. The kayaks were great and the guide David was friendly and knowledgeable and pointed out lots of bird life, seeing sea eagles was an absolute highlight.
Written 24 April 2023
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience of kayaking on the beautiful turquoise Pambula river. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the crystal clear water and that it lived up to the photos you had seen prior to the tour. It's great to know that you found the kayaks to be great and that David, your guide, was friendly and knowledgeable. We're glad that he was able to point out lots of bird life and that seeing sea eagles was an absolute highlight for you. We hope that your experience with us was one to remember and that it has left you with lasting memories of the beautiful Pambula river. We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon.
Written 26 April 2023
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Katherine L
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Friends
A really great trip along the Pambula river to the rivermouth. The area was beautiful as always but was made even more special by our amazing guides and their knowledge of the area and the Indigenous history and cultural significance. The group was a really good size and the actual activity was good exercise but not overly strenuous. There is an abundance of wildlife to see and the snacks were great! Would definitely recommend.
Written 1 January 2024
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Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the journey along the Pambula River and found the mix of beautiful scenery, cultural insights, wildlife, and the company of our guides to be highlights of your experience. Our goal is to make each tour special by sharing knowledge and ensuring a comfortable and engaging adventure for everyone. We're glad the group size and activity level suited you well, and that the snacks added a nice touch to your day. We look forward to having the pleasure of guiding you on another adventure in the future!
Written 11 February 2024
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