Rise with the sun and paddle Hobart’s working harbour on a 2.5-hour guided tour that mixes wildlife spotting with a breakfast on the water. Suitable for ages 7+, no experience required—book ahead for small groups and a close-up view of seals, sea stars, and historic tall ships.
Rise with the sun and paddle Hobart’s working harbour on a 2.5-hour guided tour that mixes wildlife spotting with a breakfast on the water. Suitable for ages 7+, no experience required—book ahead for small groups and a close-up view of seals, sea stars, and historic tall ships.
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Operated by Roaring 40's Kayaking · Sandy Bay, Tasmania
easy.
2–3 hours.
Light fitness: able to sit in a kayak for a couple of hours and follow basic paddling instruction
No—guides teach basic strokes and the stable double sea kayaks make this an entry-level paddle suitable for beginners.
Minimum age is 7; younger paddlers can pair with an adult or join a guide in a double kayak.
Departure & Finish Point: Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay (opposite 16 Marieville Esplanade on the beach near the rowing sheds). Please arrive early for gear fitting.
Yes, the tour enforces a 120kg weight limit per participant for safety and equipment reasons.
Tours are scheduled around safe conditions; guides will reschedule or refund if conditions make the paddle unsafe—cancellations get a full refund if made 24 hours prior.
Bookings are essential—use the operator's FareHarbor referral link to reserve spots and check availability.
Constitution Dock is a historic waterfront site and the traditional finish area for the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, anchoring Hobart’s maritime calendar.
Keep distance from marine life, avoid feeding wildlife, use reef-safe sunscreen, and pack out all waste to protect the harbour ecosystem.
Roaring 40's Kayaking operates from Sandy Bay, Tasmania, offering guided sea and river kayaking expeditions across southern Tasmania and nearby islands. The company runs multi-day wilderness journeys — including 4‑, 7‑ and 8‑day expeditions — and shorter, coastal tours such as Tasman Peninsula outings and a 2.5‑hour Hobart harbor paddle. Trips visit iconic locations: the Gordon River and Macquarie Harbour with ancient rainforest and convict history; Southwest Tasmania’s remote coasts and harbors inside the Wilderness World Heritage Area; Flinders Island’s coastline and Bass Strait beaches; and the dramatic sea cliffs of Cape Hauy and the Three Capes region. Day trips include wildlife viewing opportunities — fur seals, shore birds and occasional dolphins — and guided exploration of sea caves and coastal formations. Guides lead small groups in stable kayaks suitable for a range of experience levels. Multi-day trips include camping at secluded sites, prepared meals and local provisions on selected itineraries. Shorter tours feature accessible departure from Hobart’s waterfront and Sandy Bay, making them suitable for visitors staying in the city. Roaring 40's Kayaking emphasizes safety, local knowledge and minimal-impact travel in Tasmania’s protected areas. The operator works within park regulations and focuses on responsible wildlife encounters and Leave No Trace principles. Travelers choose these trips for guided instruction, immersive wilderness access, and the opportunity to paddle through some of Australia’s most pristine coastal and river landscapes. Some itineraries include gourmet meals and private beach shacks on Flinders Island, while others offer gourmet lunches at secluded coves and local wines.
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