Embark on a memorable kayaking journey along the tranquil Pambula River, nestled near the charming towns of Eden and Merimbula. Our expert guides will lead you on a scenic adventure, perfect for beginners and experienced paddlers alike. As you paddle through the crystal-clear waters, keep your eyes peeled for the diverse wildlife that calls this area home. The beauty of Beowa National Park provides a stunning backdrop for your kayaking experience.
Take a break from paddling to stretch your legs, enjoy a refreshing swim, and indulge in a delightful morning tea. Our spread includes:
$2 from every tour will be donated to Sea Shepherd. This donation supports a range of critical Sea Shepherd initiatives, from cleaning up plastic pollution to defending marine wildlife and combating illegal fishing.
Book Your Pambula River Kayak Adventure Today!
8AM or as advertised on the online booking calendar
Private group departures are available for groups of six or more guests.
Driving time from: Eden 15min , Merimbula 15min, Tathra 40min, Bega 40min, Bermagui 1hr 25min & Canberra 3hrs
Approximately 3hrs
Active: Ideal for those with moderate fitness and good balance, this kayaking experience may involve sustained effort and paddling over long distances, occasionally against wind or current.
You’ll paddle approximately 3km in each direction, totalling a 6km round trip. Generally, one leg of the journey will be with the tide, and the other against it.
$170 AUD per adult (17+)
$135 AUD per child (3 to 16 yrs)
Minimum 4 guests, maximum of 12, book online or fill out an enquiry form
We require a minimum of 4 guests to confirm a tour, but don’t worry if you’re booking for less!
If your group is smaller than four (especially outside of school holidays), please contact us. We’ll gladly check our schedule to see if we can combine your booking with another confirmed group.
If the minimum of 4 guests isn’t met three days before the departure, we’ll email you with your options: transfer to another confirmed tour time, receive a full refund, or pay the equivalent of 4 guests to guarantee your private departure.
If your tour has not met the minimum requirement of 4 guests three days before the scheduled departure, we will notify you by email with the following options:
Guarantee the Departure: You can choose to pay for the additional empty spots needed to reach the minimum number. Note: If more guests book onto the tour before departure, this additional payment may be refunded to you.
Transfer Your Booking: Move your booking to another date that has a confirmed departure.
Full Refund: Cancel your booking and receive a complete refund.
Navigate Expeditions may cancel the Service at any time by email or text message, for any one
of the following reasons:
If the number of guests booked to participate in the Services does not meet the minimum
number;
If extreme weather conditions such as heavy rainfall, extreme heat, strong winds, typhoons,
sudden temperature shifts and fog are predicted or experienced;
If a state or national lockdown exists, such as for an epidemic or security reasons, preventing
the guest’s travel to the place of departure of the tour;
Then Navigate Expeditions will provide a full refund of the booking cost in full satisfaction of all
claims the guest may have arising from the cancellation.
A 10% surcharge will be applied to all bookings on NSW Public Holidays to help offset the increased wage expenses incurred on these days.
Please read our full Terms and Conditions before booking.
Our expert kayak guides are trained to assist all guests in entering and exiting the kayaks safely and with dignity. If your group has specific requirements or needs, please contact us in advance. This allows us to discuss your requirements in detail and make necessary arrangements to ensure your kayaking experience is both enjoyable and comfortable. Additionally, we may be able to assist with meeting NDIS goals; please contact us to discuss.
We offer single, double, and triple kayaks for our tours. Please indicate your preference on your booking form. For children aged 10 and under, we recommend the stability and shared experience of a double kayak with an accompanying adult. Our kayak fleet also includes single and double kayaks equipped with outrigger stabilising floats for enhanced stability.
While being able to swimming is not a requirement, guests who are unable to swim must let us know on the booking form. This allows us to ensure extra safety measures are in place.
For safety reasons, trained assistance animals and pets are not permitted inside the kayaks.
Public toilets are located just a 300m walk from the start/finish location of the tour.
Not at all! Most of our scheduled experiences—including our signature Pambula River Kayaking and our Kayak and Shuck Tour—are perfect for beginners. We use very stable, flat-water sit-on-top kayaks, and our expert guides provide a full safety briefing and paddling demonstration on the shore before we push off. As long as you have a basic level of fitness and are comfortable being on the water, you will do wonderfully!
Absolutely. Safety is our number one priority. We provide premium, high-quality life jackets (PFDs), paddles, and all necessary safety gear for all participants on our guided tours. Our life jackets come in a range of sizes to ensure a comfortable and secure fit for everyone, and our expert guides will help you adjust your gear correctly before we hit the water.
The tour price covers everything you need for a premium day on the water: all high-quality kayaking and safety equipment, an expert local guide, Beowa National Park entry fees, and a gourmet local morning tea. There are no hidden extra costs!
Cancellation by guest
The guest may cancel the Service at any time, by email or text message. The following will
apply:
If the cancellation is more than 48 hours prior to the tour commencement, an administration
fee of 25% of the booking cost will be deducted, and the balance refunded (type 1
cancellation);
If the cancellation is less than 48 hours but more than 4 hours prior to the tour
commencement, an administration fee of 50% of the booking cost will be deducted, and the
balance refunded (type 2 cancellation);
If the cancellation is less than 4 hours prior to the tour commencement, if the guest is a no
show, a cancellation fee of 100% of the booking cost will be deducted (type 3 cancellation).
The administration fee is to compensate us for the administration cost of processing the booking
and making the tour arrangements. The cancellation fee covers the cost of our tour staff and
catering in addition to the administration fee
If your ship doesn’t dock, we understand the disappointment and will process a refund for
you. We will treat the cancellation as a type 2 cancellation.
Cancellation by us
Navigate Expeditions may cancel the Service at any time by email or text message, for any one
of the following reasons:
If the number of guests booked to participate in the Services does not meet the minimum
number;
If extreme weather conditions such as heavy rainfall, extreme heat, strong winds, typhoons,
sudden temperature shifts and fog are predicted or experienced;
If a state or national lockdown exists, such as for an epidemic or security reasons, preventing
the guest’s travel to the place of departure of the tour;
Then Navigate Expeditions will provide a full refund of the booking cost in full satisfaction of all
claims the guest may have arising from the cancellation.
Cancellation by a third-party provider
If a third-party provider cancels all or part of their services, Navigate Expeditions may provide an
alternative activity, offer a private experience or provide a full refund of all monies paid, as it
may decide.
Cancellation due to a Force Majeure Event
If a tour is cancelled prior to the tour commencement due to a Force Majeure Event, Navigate
Expeditions will treat the cancellation as if it cancelled the tour.
Force Majeure Event includes but is not limited to: ‘acts of God’, war; civil commotion, riot;
blockade or embargo, fire, explosion, breakdown, union dispute, earthquake, epidemic,
pandemic or other health emergency, faults or errors in navigation or management of this or of
any other Vessel, seizure of the Vessel under legal process, any abrupt or unexpected increase
in the cost of fuel or shortage of fuel, flood, windstorm or other extreme weather event, lack or failure of courses of supply, passage of any law, order, proclamation, regulation, ordinance,
demand, requisition or requirement or any other act of any government authority, beyond the
reasonable control of the parties, whether or not foreseeable, which would make it dangerous or
not viable for a trip to commence or continue.
You can read our full Terms and Conditions here
Absolutely! We love taking families out on the beautiful Pambula River—it’s a very family-friendly activity. There is so much for kids to learn and see along the river!
Yes! No prior kayaking experience is necessary. Our guides will provide a quick, fun lesson and you’ll find the skill is very easy to pick up.
However, you should be physically active and have good balance. The tour involves a 6km round trip paddle, which does require a moderate level of effort, especially when paddling against the tide in one direction.
We can still deliver this experience in light rain, provided we are not expecting a torrential downpour or dangerous conditions. We supply full-body rain gear (rain pants and coats from size small to large) for everyone. The oyster farm also has a comfortable undercover area where they can conduct the farm tour. We’ll only cancel in the event of dangerous weather.
We encourage you to bring your phone to take lots of great photos. We provide small, waterproof dry bags specifically for phones, as well as larger dry bags for personal belongings like towels and a jumper.
no, we cannot accommodate dogs or any other pets on this tour.
This is due to two main reasons:
Safety: For the well-being of all guests, pets are not suitable in the kayaks.
National Park Regulations: We are paddling and stopping within the National Park, which strictly prohibits the entry of dogs and other pets to protect the local wildlife.
If you require care for your pet while you participate in the experience, please let us know before you book. We are happy to help you find a local pet sitter (at your expense).
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting a little wet. Quick-drying fabrics like swimwear or activewear are good.
No. This particular tour requires a reasonable level of physical activity and balance. The trip involves kayaking a 6km round journey, and at least one leg is often paddled against the tide, which can be challenging, even for fit guests.
We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable time, so if you’re concerned about your fitness or balance, we suggest one of these excellent alternatives:
We strongly encourage people of all abilities to enjoy kayaking with us! We have several ways to make the experience easier and safer, including:
However, for your safety and enjoyment, it is best to contact us directly before booking to discuss your specific needs.
A public tour may not be suitable if you require a slower pace or specialised assistance, as public tours require all guests to keep up with the group. In these cases, we often recommend booking a private tour, which allows us to fully tailor the pace, route, and assistance to ensure you have a safe, comfortable, and memorable experience.
