Kayak Magnetic Island By Double Sea Kayak

What is the Experience?

View nature in the wild on the Islands only Accredited Eco-Tour, as you discover the National & Marine Park from the quiet of your sea kayak. Drift over coral gardens to enjoy a tropical breakfast on a secluded beach. We take only photo's & leave only footprints!

Your half day, sea kayak adventure will start as soon as you are picked up from your local bus stop by the Magnetic Island Bus Service for a scenic early morning drive over to Horseshoe Bay, being dropped off across the road from our departure point.

After checking in, you will be given full instruction and a safety brief prior to being kitted out with a life jacket and spray deck. Next comes the exciting part of launching your kayak. You will be given further instruction once afloat on how to control your current designs crosswind double sea kayak at sea. This experience is suitable for beginner to intermediate paddlers.

The guided kayak tour takes over as you follow the rugged coastline of the island around to one of its northern bays, usually the secluded Balding Bay - a bay with no road access or perhaps the picturesque Radical Bay.

After pulling ashore, you will be treated to a tropical breakfast on the beach. Then it's time for relaxation and an opportunity to learn about the history and ecology of the island before launching your kayak for the return trip.

On the return journey, you will get to paddle within metres of huge granite boulders, search the coastline for its many wading sea-birds, watch huge birds of prey soar above you, or look and listen for a sea-turtle surfacing to breathe close by.

You will return to Horseshoe Bay at approximately 12.45pm.

Please Note: We use the Magnetic Island Bus Service to provide all bus transfers. The return leg of the transfer is valid any time after the tour has finished.

Where & When
Suitability & Guidelines

Venue:

Magnetic Island – 8km off the coast of Townsville.

Session Length

We operate 7 days a week, subject to weather conditions. You will need to arrive for check-in at 8am and the tour returns at approximately 12.45pm. Bookings are essential due to the limited number of places available. We recommend booking at least 4 - 5 days in advance.

Map

The map below gives you the location of this experience to allow you to plan.

Exact location, directions and meeting place will be available to you once you have purchased your voucher(s).

Guidelines:

This experience is suitable for beginners to intermediates. You must be at least 7 years of age to participate. Each child under 15 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Sea kayaking requires a reasonable level of fitness and takes place in remote and wilderness areas.

Numbers:

The price quoted is for one person. Tours operate with a mix of single and double kayaks. We operate with a maximum of 6 kayaks per tour (including guide) and a maximum of 10 people per tour. We require a minimum of 2 people (plus guide) for the tour to go ahead.

Weather:

Trip destinations and the start point may alter due to weather conditions and the group's ability. In the case of poor weather, we may reschedule your experience for a later date. If you do not show on the day of your activity or cancel with less than 48 hours notice, no refund will be provided.

Other Info:

Your guide is an Australian Canoeing Qualified Advanced Level 3 Sea Kayak Guide and Instructor with over 20 years experience. A release form must be signed prior to the start of the activity. We provide stinger suits during jellyfish season. Island bus transfers are included in the price.

This experience voucher is valid for six months from date of purchase.