Bermagui River Kayak Tour with Navigate Expeditions
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; able to sit comfortably and paddle gently for several hours.
Overview
Paddle calm waters lined with mangroves and birdlife on the Bermagui River. Navigate Expeditions offers an easy, family-friendly kayak tour with local treats and stunning scenery.
Bermagui River Kayak Tour
For ages 3+! • 3 hour Tour • Amazing Experience!
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About This Adventure
Experience a serene kayak journey along the Bermagui River, surrounded by stunning mangroves and wildlife. Enjoy a refreshing morning tea break with local treats, and take in the soothing sounds of nature. This easy adventure is perfect for all skill levels, making it a memorable escape into the great outdoors.
Join us for a leisurely kayak up the Bermagui River and back..
Duration
Approximately 3 Hours
About
Pass mangroves where we often see herons foraging on the shoreline and cormorants drying their wings on tree branches. Further up river, we’ll make time to take in the natural surroundings and listen to the tranquil sound of the bell birds. We’ll stop along the river bank for morning tea break and if the weather is lovely, perhaps even a swim before heading back to where we started.
Morning tea includes plunger coffee, black leaf tea and a selection of herbal tea bags, sugar and local full cream milk from Tilba Dairy. We include seasonal fruit and a sweet treat from Blend Cafe as well as fruit juice. Special dietary requirements can be catered for upon request, just let us know at time of booking.
Activity Fitness Level
Easy:Sheltered flat water with minimal currents, easy entry and exits and no more than 500m from safe landing sites.
What to bring
- Hat, sunglasses, reef-safe sunscreen
- Shoes that can get wet and comfortable clothing
- Any personal medication needed
- Water bottle
- Camera, phone
- Swimmers, towel or jacket and raincoat
Accessibility Information
- Our expert kayak guides are able to assist everybody in entering and exiting the kayaks safely and with dignity
- Must be able to bend knees to comfortably sit in kayak
- Kayaks have maximum weight limit of 130kg set out by the manufacturers specifications
- Trained assistance animals are not permitted inside the kayaks for safety reasons
Adventure Tips
Wear reef-safe sunscreen
Protect yourself from UV exposure while preserving the delicate river ecosystem.
Bring water-resistant footwear
Shoes that can get wet will keep you comfortable during entry, exit, and breaks on the riverbank.
Stay close to the group
The river’s quiet environment benefits from groups maintaining cohesion for safety and shared experience.
Pack a camera with a strap
Capture wildlife encounters and tranquil water scenes without risk of dropping your gear.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Pacific heron
- Little pied cormorant
History
The Bermagui area has been home to the Yuin people for thousands of years, with the river playing a vital role in traditional fishing and transport.
Conservation
Navigate Expeditions practices eco-friendly operations emphasizing reef-safe products and minimal wildlife disturbance along the river.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Hat
Shields your face and neck from the sun during open stretches of the river.
summer specific
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin while ensuring the fragile river environment remains unharmed.
Water-resistant shoes
Comfortable footwear that can handle wet conditions and slippery banks.
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is important on the water, regardless of season.