
Australia Sea Kayak Trips
Your Adventure Down Under Begins Here
Australia offers a huge variety of paddling opportunities along its extensive and pristine coastline. Southern Sea Ventures offer sea kayak trips on the tropical north-east coast of Queensland (Hinchinbrook), to the dry west coast of Western Australia (Ningaloo Reef) and south to wild and rugged Tasmania (Freycinet, Tasman Peninsula’s and Bruny Island).
As Australia has a variety of climate zones we have a destination for every season. Choose to head north or west for the warm weather or stay down south for a more temperate holiday. At each destination you’ll discover amazing sea and landscapes, ancient indigenous culture and a sense of freedom in our vast wilderness, all while staying at remote campsites or secluded accommodation.
Sea Kayak Tasmania
Our local kayak guides will introduce you to sea kayaking on the wild coastlines and tranquil bays of Bruny Island and Tasman Peninsula. Be rewarded with untouched wilderness, uncrowded beaches, craggy coastlines and unique wildlife, in the sea, on land and in the skies above. Whichever one (or two) of our lodge or base camp, sea kayak escapes you choose, the experience is sure to refresh the senses. Join us on a shorter escape, or combine two trips for the ultimate Tasmanian sea kayak adventure. Contact our office for details.
November-April
The Three Capes Paddle
Stay at The Bolthole, an exclusive waterfront property as a base of operations while spending four wonderful days exploring the diversity of the Tasman Peninsulas’ cultural and natural landscapes.
December-March
Freycinet Peninsula Kayak Expedition
Enjoy spectacular scenery amongst one of Australia’s most iconic national parks. Paddle, hike, and camp in one of Australia’s most amazing coastal environments.
November-April
Bruny Island Paddle
Discover secluded coves, sea caves, lagoons, sea kelp forests and if lucky, encounters with fur seals, fairy penguins and soaring albatross, and enjoy evenings spent in our cozy lodge sampling delicious Bruny Island delicacies.
October-November & May-June
Tasman Peninsula Sea Kayak and Whale Watch Escape
Witness the annual whale migration as Humpback and Southern Right travel up and down the coast between May and November in a renowned destination for whale sightings, world class sea kayaking and hiking.
Sea Kayak Ningaloo reef
Ningaloo Reef is a World Heritage kayak playground located in western Australia. Spend five days kayaking from one remote beach to the next, snorkelling on the fringing reef (the world’s largest) and ending the day camping under the stars in Cape Range National Park. Ningaloo Reef has around 200 species of hard corals, 50 species of soft corals and over 500 species of fish. For marine animals of a larger size, think whale sharks, mantarays, three species of turtle, dolphins and dugongs!
Abrohlos Islands Western Australia
Embark on a 7-day sea kayaking expedition in Western Australia, diving into the abundant marine life and captivating history of the Houtman Abrolhos Islands. Set sail on the Silverado, our premier live-aboard vessel, ready to uncover the secrets of these 122 islands, often hailed as the ‘Galapagos of the Indian Ocean’.
May & August
Ningaloo Reef Kayak Explorer
Ningaloo is the southern hemisphere’s largest fringing reef and the close proximity to the shoreline means it is easily accessible; a sea kayaker’s and snorkeller’s paradise!
May & August
Ningaloo Reef Kayak Expedition
Each day of this expedition is an adventure, with a chance to snorkel the coral gardens around a fallen lighthouse and shipwreck of a Norwegian whaler to the sight of turtles zipping under our kayaks or popping up for a breath of air.
April, August
Ningaloo Reef Base Camp Escape
in Cape Range National Park. With vehicle support, we set off each day to paddle a different section of stunning coastline and reef, returning each evening to the base camp.
Sea Kayak hinchinbrook island
Hinchinbrook Island, Goold Island and the Family Islands are continental islands located off the tropical coast between Ingham and Tully in North Queensland. With granite peaks rising 1142 metres directly out of the sea, Hinchinbrook Island is a magnificent backdrop for sea kayaking. Waterfalls, tropical rainforests, precipitous headlands, coral reefs and secluded beaches are among the island’s treasures.

Personalised tours
Can’t quite find the perfect trip? Private trips are our speciality. Bring your own group and we can help you put together your own private kayaking adventure. Contact our office today [email protected]