Pambula River Kayaking: Spot Birdlife, Learn Culture & History

Experience a unique kayaking adventure on the Pambula River, spot birdlife, and learn about the area’s culture and history. Enjoy a gourmet morning tea and swim at a beautiful beach. Book direct for cruise ship transfers.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pambula - Set off on an exciting journey at Pambula Lake, Broadwater, as the group paddles towards the stunning Pambula River Mouth. An experienced kayak guide will be there to assist, ensuring a fantastic experience for novices. While paddling along the river, be sure to watch for wildlife and the picturesque scenery of Beowa National Park.
What's Included
  • Kayak & equipment
  • Snacks
  • Other
Additional Information

The Pambula River tour provides an exceptional kayaking adventure led by expert guides who possess in-depth knowledge of the area’s ecology, culture, and history. During the journey, participants will pause at a stunning beach to enjoy a gourmet morning tea featuring sweets, tea, coffee, and juice, with the opportunity for a refreshing swim.
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Location
52 Landing Rd
Landing Road
There is a large car park and you will soon see a small beach on the Pambula RIver where I guides will already have the kayaks set up. There is a public toilet 300 metre uphill walk (or short drive). We recommend arriving 10 minutes before the starting time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sally_83
Apr 11, 2026
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.
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X1483cuzoea
Apr 6, 2026
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.
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702charn
Mar 19, 2026
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.
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Lisasay123
Mar 8, 2026
Beautiful morning on the river - Interesting learning about oyster farming. Great guides! Suggestion: stop for fresh oysters on return.
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A894hhkatel
Feb 19, 2026
Highly Recommend!! - We had a fantastic day, the tour guides were very knowledgeable on all the surrounding sights and provided a great atmosphere. The morning tea was delicious and the kayak experience really beautiful and fun! We also did the oyster experience at Broadwater oysters afterwards which was wonderful also! Highly recommend!
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Cdfrenay
Feb 10, 2026
Quiet morning on the Pambula River - What a great morning on the river with Kerrie. She assisted us with equipment, dry bags, water shoes if needed, and a quick orientation about what to expect. Overall, a relaxing paddle full of birdlife and a dolphin! Morning tea was a treat with fruit and brownies, tea and coffee from Wild Rye. We found out way to their bakery the next day to sample their pies and coffee. We were able to enjoy the scenery, a short walk during tea or a swim in the river. Excellent excursion. Thank you! Carol and Dave
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Karen
Feb 5, 2026
Fantastic river kayak - This tour takes you through the oyster farms up river towards the mouth of the Pambula river. Our guides, David and Kerrie were very knowledgeable and amiable, pointing things of interest and answering any questions. The pace was good enabling the 4km return trip with ease. We found this trip to be very enjoyable and highly recommend it.
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538becl
Feb 4, 2026
Fantastic - Fantastic! Such a beautiful way to see the river and forest. Great pace, fantastic guides who pointed out lots of sights as we passed. Morning tea was great. Guides were great at helping with kayaks and life jackets.
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955courtneyo
Feb 4, 2026
A beautiful morning! - We had the best time on the kayaking tour! Jess was knowledgeable and patient as she guided us down Pambula River. As part of the Kayak and Shuck tour, we paddled along the beautiful river, sometimes pausing to learn about the history of the area and to spot eagles, and then had a lovely morning tea and swim before paddling back for shucking and tasting oysters. It was a such a great morning! Highly recommended!
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387sallyt
Feb 2, 2026
All round fabulous kayak experience - I loved this kayaking experience. Melinda was a great guide in every way.. clear instruction on how to paddle including return trip against the tide, ( a bit of a challenge for me at 73 ) informative on wildlife and local indigenous lore and fun to be with. The environment was stunning and perfect for kayaking . My husband and I were relaxed, refreshed and just the right amount of tired !
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