Looking for things to do on the Sapphire Coast, NSW that leave you in AWE?
Whether you want to get the kids off their screens and onto the water, indulge in a boutique kayak and oyster date, or experience a nature-based Eden shore excursion, Navigate Expeditions offers small-group, eco-friendly adventures for every pace.
Suitable for absolute beginners through to seasoned explorers. We provide guided kayaking, e-biking, Light to Light walking tours and transfers, and Eden cruise ship shore excursions—all based around Tathra, Merimbula, Bermagui, and Eden.
Slow down in nature. Hear stories from locals. Create lifelong memories.
Make the most of your time in Eden! Join a small-group tour and experience the beauty of Rotary Park, Pinnacles Lookout, Cocora Beach, and Quarantine Bay.
Discover Eden on two wheels! E-Bike & Mountain Bike Hire available at the Port, ideal for cruise ship guests’ self-guided adventures.
Ideal for cruise ship visitors! Explore Eden’s beaches, lookouts & Beowa National Park with local guides. Discover history, ecology, & wildlife.
Discover Potoroo Palace, Panboola Wetlands, and coastal scenery. Expert guides, picnic lunch. Perfect for Eden cruise passengers.
Experience the rugged beauty of the Sapphire Coast on our Guided Light to Light Walk.
Join us for a premier, small-group guided walking tour through breathtaking Beowa National Park. This 4-day itinerary blends spectacular coastal walking with comfortable accommodation, gourmet cuisine, and expert local guides.
Reconnect with Nature
Enjoy ample opportunities for photography, slow conversation, and a deep connection with the country we walk through. At Navigate Expeditions, we don’t just walk these trails; we live here. Our team is made up of passionate naturalists, historians, and storytellers who call the Sapphire Coast home. Join us for a tour that is authentic, reliable, and like no other.
Surprise Mum with a guided kayak tour on the pristine Pambula River capped off with a delicious high tea on the beach. It’s the perfect blend of adventure and indulgence.
Embrace the stillness of the year’s longest night with a guided starlit paddle on Wallagoot Lake, followed by a cup of steaming hot soup. Connection. Nature. Gratitude.
Discover the hidden wonders of our local bushland as we explore the deep cultural significance and traditional uses of native fungi through an ancient Indigenous lens.
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Andre Rasquinha3 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Had an amazing kayak paddle with Jess and Jess and a small group down the Bega River. Mogareeka is picture perfect - the river, the bridge, the birdlife and the sea-mist hanging on the water. Saw sea-eagles, egret, honeyeaters, wallaby and kangaroo at close range. A peaceful beautiful setting. Navigate Expeditions were just fantastic and looked after everything. Jess 1 is the owner and founder and personally ensures her guests are looked after. Can't get any better than that when it comes to service experience ❤️Posted on Google![]()
Ross Wallis23 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had a great morning kayaking on Pambula River and Kerrie our guide was outstanding. She was very personable and very knowledgeable regarding the region and its history wild life and flora. She gave very good instructions about the kayaks and offered assistance as required. We had perfect weather and the morning tea was also very good. Just one area for improvement: I sat in water for most of the trip and this needs to be addressed so guests are kept dry. Kerrie was able to largely fix it on the way back through an improvised solution . All in all a great experience!Posted on Google![]()
Joanne Barton24 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I am very happy we booked a Light to Light transfer with Navigate Expeditions. The fast and helpful communication throughout was exemplary. They were flexible when we needed to change dates and times and were more than accommodating, which relieved us of any stress. On the day, Arthur was on time for pick-up and shared his knowledge of the area while driving to the start of the walk. This all contributed to an excellent weekend in a stunning part of the country.Posted on Google![]()
Su-Ann Burke37 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Jess is the most helpful local guide! I wanted to take my 1yr old and dad kayaking. Jess came up with the perfect experience for a gentle and adventurous paddle for 3 generations. We enjoyed being immersed in nature - water, land, big sky above, sea eagle having a play with black cockatoos, cheeky seal, pelicans and fish in Wallagoot Lake. Grateful for Jess’ hot coffee and morning tea snacks. My fam highly recommends Jess and Navigate Expeditions!Posted on Google![]()
Kim Poso46 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I attended the "Evening of Adventure" and thoroughly enjoyed it. Everyone was so warm and welcoming and I walked away so inspired to get out into nature and get more adventurous - Thank you Jess and team, our community is so lucky to have people like you in it!Posted on Google![]()
Wendy Wait47 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
An Evening of Adventure hosted by Jess Taunton at Navigate Expeditions was fabulous, where challenging adventures in spectacular scenery in wild, remote and rugged places kept us all enthralled. The event was extremely well-organised, with exceptional pre-event communication and delicious pizzas. Loved the toasty fires and the relaxed vibe of Kangarutha farm, near Tathra was a Great venue. Congratulations to Jess and the Navigate Expeditions team for a wonderfully entertaining evening. It was a truly memorable experience and I look forward to more events like this.Posted on Google![]()
Raymond Daly48 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
A wonderful evening, terrific venue, really well organised and structured. Food was bountiful and tasty! Most importantly of all the speakers were brilliant. Love Jess's work and the team she leads. Hearing her families AAWT adventure just made me love them all more...Posted on Google![]()
Tullia Cilia55 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Incredible guide and adventure led by Jess. Jess is knowledgeable, thorough and helpful. What a beautiful canoe trip! Thank you for such a special experience! Life long memories.Posted on Google![]()
Katharine Daniel62 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Thanks so much for a great morning kayaking and learning about the indigenous history and fungi of the area. The presenters/guides were fun and knowledgeable, morning tea was delicious, and the scenery stunning. Highly recommend this. We went as a family of 5 with three teenage kids and they loved it too.Posted on Google![]()
Santosh Korangee64 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Jess is really knowledgeable , we had a great time , thanks Jess Also if you are planning to visit winters the best time.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Nomad6162717006095 days agoVerified
A reliable service for a remote part of the South Coast Our group of four needed transportation on our 2 day walk of the Light to Light. Kerrie, our driver, met us on time each day and kept us entertained with her stories of life down in this part of Australia. Recommended.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Mt D95 days agoVerified
Most beautiful and gorgeous adventure It was an amazing trip full of awesome views and generally just a special time. All of the gear and equipment was perfect for the trip and even though we had a little rain we were well equipped. After being on that trip for a few days we were already missing the peaceful atmosphere and adventure.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Anne D96 days agoVerified
Best part of our trip to Australia! Our Kayak-Tour was amazing. We had an awesome time on the river during the day and camping at night time. Just incredible impressions. Our host Jess was extremely competent, most helpful and very lovely. Thank you so much for that tour! Wish we could have stayed longer!Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Thomas Douglas113 days agoVerified
Wonderful! Our guide Felicie was great! She gave us lots of history and other info about the area, and took us to some beautiful scenic overlooks. Eden is a beautiful area, and we really enjoyed our day. The picnic lunch at Cocora Beach was delicious (although someone forgot to include any utensils in the picnic basket!) Definitely recommended!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Teensie17139 days agoVerified
One of the best tours we've experienced to date. Highly recommend this tour. Jess was our tour guide and is definitely "top of class". Lots of good information and no senseless yapping that we've experienced on other tours. We didn't feel rushed, and the sites were amazing. Well worth our time and money.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Colin S143 days agoVerified
Celebrity Edge port day April 2026 We found the ebikes a good way to get around and explore the local area of eden, with easy access from the cruise ship port. Thanks again Colin & HelenPosted on Tripadvisor![]()
Gillian V145 days agoVerified
Enchanting tour of spectacular Eden Touring the Sapphire Coast was a clear highlight of our trip Down Under. The colours have to be seen to be believed. Our guide and driver was very knowledgeable and friendly and made sure that we had the best experience possible. Loved seeing the pelicans up close at Cocora Beach!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
sally_83146 days agoVerified
Amazing tour & service above and beyond! This was a fantastic tour. We almost missed it after losing our car key and not being able to get there, but after calling Navigate they went above and beyond organised to send someone to pick us up from our accommodation in Merimbula! They could easily have taken our money and cancelled given we weren’t able to turn up on time, but they made sure we could make it and enjoy the tour. The kayaking was lovely - we were lucky with beautiful weather and calm conditions. Melinda was a great guide - very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. Morning tea was also delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend Navigate Expeditions.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Zoe A151 days agoVerified
Magic on the river We had the most beautiful morning with Jess on Pampula River. An incredible experience made magical by the scenery, the wildlife, and Jess’s insights and stories. It was an easy kayak with a lovely morning tea picnic and swim in the middle. Could not recommend this tour more highly, it was a perfect morning.Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Andrea155 days agoVerified
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R L157 days agoVerified
Beautiful day in Eden Wonderful experience! A small sized group so you really get to enjoy both the sites and your fellow travelers. Ritchie, our guide, was super friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The tour included a delicious picnic lunch from a local bakery. Perfect day trip during our cruise. Thank you to all involved for such a lovely tour.Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Claire158 days agoVerified
Guide, Johan, was very knowledgeable, informative, and excited to explain the area to us.Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Gregory161 days agoVerified
Great … guide was amazing; ranger background gave him tremendous knowledge base. This coupled with great personal stories yielded a great experience. Lunch was also excellent … as were the various views.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Char N169 days agoVerified
Magical morning paddle Johan was our guide for a beautiful morning on the Pambula River. He was knowledgeable, informative and attentive, and we spotted sea eagles, a dolphin, sand rays and a variety of fish. We booked a tandem/double kayak and managed easily. Booking and confirmation process was very easy. Oyster shucking add-on was also informative and very helpful tasty. Highly recommend.Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Damon173 days agoVerified
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Robert179 days agoVerified
I had hoped for a tour longer than 2 hours but booked too late. As it turned out, we saw so much in 2 hours that we were sure we hit the best of Eden! Kylie was a wonderful, energetic guide who loved to share her enthusiasm with everyone. We went on a short bush walk and learned about plants, animals, and insects while viewing beautiful scenery. We also went to Quarantine Bay and saw a large stingray and many birds looking for handouts!Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Tina181 days agoVerified
Very well done. We saw stingrays close to shore and they tried hard to get close to kangaroosPosted on Getyourguide![]()
GetYourGuide Traveller181 days agoVerified
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John181 days agoVerified
What a fantastic tour. Jess and Brit did an incredible job showing us the highlights of Eden and off the beaten track locations. A delightful tourPosted on Getyourguide![]()
GetYourGuide Traveller181 days agoVerified
Lawrence and Robin were excellent as tour hosts taking us to numerous sites around Eden. Due to time permitting, they did add an extra stop that provided an awesome view of the bay from the opposite direction. An excellent lunch was also provided.

The far South Coast or Sapphire Coast is located approximately halfway between Melbourne and Sydney and just three hours from Canberra, on the far south coast of New South Wales.
We operate kayaking, mountain biking, walking, sightseeing and multi-day eco tours near the towns of Bermagui, Merimbula, Tathra, Bega, Pambula, Eden & Wonboyn. As well as nature based Eden tours for cruise guests. For more information on the area check out the visitor information centres, maps and guides, accomodation and weather.







