Paddle the sheltered Broadwater to Wavebreak Island for a guided 2-hour kayak and snorkel tour where dolphins commonly appear and subtropical fish gather within arm's reach. Ideal for beginners, this short excursion pairs calm-water paddling with a beach snorkel over seagrass and sand flats.
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The Broadwater opens like a shallow, sun-warmed room, and your kayak slips across it as bottlenose dolphins arc and dare you closer.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Good for people with basic mobility and light paddling stamina; ability to get in/out of a sit-on-top kayak and perform short swims is helpful.
Wildlife
History
The Broadwater is an extensive estuarine lagoon historically used by the Yugambeh people for food and travel; later it became a sheltered recreational waterway for the Gold Coast.
Conservation
Use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid touching or feeding wildlife, and follow guide directions to minimize disturbance to seagrass beds and marine fauna.
Reserve your spot on the 2-Hour Dolphin Kayak & Snorkel Tour on the Broadwater today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Go early or late
Schedule morning or late-afternoon departures to reduce boat traffic and increase the chances of dolphin sightings.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply biodegradable sunscreen before launch to protect seagrass beds and reef organisms.
Secure valuables
Store phones and wallets in a waterproof dry bag and clip it to the kayak to avoid loss during snorkeling stops.
Listen to your guide
Follow the guide's instructions for approaching wildlife and re-entering kayaks to keep encounters safe for you and the animals.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin from UV while minimizing harm to seagrass and marine life.
summer
Snorkel mask (well-fitted)
A secure mask improves visibility and comfort during the beach snorkel stop.
Water shoes or reef sandals
Protect feet while launching from sand/rock and when walking on the shallows near Wavebreak Island.
Waterproof dry bag
Keeps valuables and spare layers dry on the kayak and during snorkeling breaks.