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Our unique Glass Bottom Kayak Tour is often referred to as a “Wildlife Safari”, with the aim to spot as much wildlife as possible! You will uncover the hidden creatures of the pristine Cullendulla Nature Reserve on this relaxed, family-friendly 2-hour experience.
Innovative Perspex portholes allow guests to view the intricate underwater world below, with the possibility of sighting stingrays, crabs, fish, octopus and much, much more! But don’t forget to look left, right and UP for the chance to see dolphins playing, kangaroos grazing on the shore and soaring sea eagles.
Float through the mangrove maze and learn about the significance of this coastal vegetation and the protected species that call this area home. You will also learn about the Reserve’s fascinating Aboriginal history, and why it is now a protected sanctuary zone.
The tour runs twice a day and we recommend the morning tour for the best conditions and most wildlife activity! We provide delicious, healthy snacks, photographs of your adventure and guided access to an otherwise inaccessible natural wonder. We also provide you with a kayaking lesson before we go, so even first-time paddlers can get in on the fun!
Please keep in mind: you’re going to get a little wet! So we recommend comfortable, quick drying clothes and perhaps a change of clothes and a towel left in your car for when we return (more details on what to bring and where we meet will be sent with your booking confirmation).
Come and discover Cullendulla!
Please note: this tour ordinarily requires a minimum of 4 participants to run. If you wish to book with less than 4 people, please contact Region X to discuss a your options. These may include a private tour or joining another trip or activity.
To ensure you are adequately prepared for your adventure please read this info and pass it on to your group.
Please bring with you:
Drinking water
Hat
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Arrive in clothes you don’t mind getting wet, for example: Active wear / outdoor wear, swimmers, shorts, light thermal top or rash top
The Meeting Point
You will be met by a Region X Trip Leader in the public car park and Surfside Beach access point opposite house number 7 Myamba Parade in Surfside NSW, 2536. Look out for our trailer and guides waiting for you. The location is also provided on the map below. Please note there are no bathroom or change room facilities available at the meeting point. Please arrive ready for your adventure 10 minutes prior to the start time.
The Region X Team
*Throughout all of our experiences we promote the philosophy of ‘Take 3 For The Sea’ to raise awareness of plastic pollution (marine debris). We encourage all people visiting our beautiful coastal region to take away with them at least 3 pieces of rubbish they might find, and dispose of it thoughtfully. We also encourage everyone to reduce their unnecessary, single-use plastic consumption – and make our world a little less plastic!
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What really stood out was how patient and considerate everyone was, especially with beginners. They took the time to explain everything clearly, made sure we felt safe and confident, and never rushed anyone. Whether it was learning how to paddle or getting comfortable in the water, their encouragement made a huge difference.
The snorkeling was absolutely beautiful, and kayaking through the scenery was peaceful yet exciting at the same time. It’s the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.
Highly recommend this trip to anyone—especially if you're new to kayaking or snorkeling. You’ll be in great hands and have an unforgettable experience!
Dave was great tour guide. Highly recommend
Kayaking through the oyster farms in the Clyde River was a lot of fun and a great way to experience the region, especially if you haven't got a lot of time as the tour only takes 2 hours. I was a bit worried about the kayaking since I haven't done this before but the briefing at the beginning made me feel safe.
Also thanks to the friendly guides, this tour was one of the highlights of our trip along the coast!
The tea in a little Bay Area was a highlight, especially since we did not know that tea included food!
Suitable for novices to kayaking and great way to get out on the water.
When my kayak tipped over due to the tides, he handled the situation perfectly. There was no panic at all—my son and I got back into the kayak smoothly and continued our journey without any difficulty. He even came back to retrieve my hat after it fell into the water, which I really appreciated.
David’s professionalism, guidance, and support were outstanding from start to finish. Thank you so much for a fantastic experience today, David!
Kind regards,
Randy
Suited for middle aged kids and families .
The next morning on the beach, one of the two tour guides pointed us to a kayak that has to carry the main component of the “morning tea picnic” for a whole group of less than twenty customers. We would be understanding if these loads had been equally shared by all, but our load was approximately three times more than anyone else, while (a) my partner had disclosed a medical condition via the agency’s online survey, (b) we were obviously the smallest in body size and underweight, and (c) interestingly, we were the only non-whites at the spot. Due to the weight, we had trouble pushing the kayak forward to the water from the very beginning, but the teaching on how to sit on and paddle the kayaks just started far from and without us. Then when we set out to row on water, we were unable to catch up with the group again and again because the loads quickly exhausted us. Neither of the two guides stay with us even though we said we were tired. For a moment, we could not even see any other kayak in the middle of the sea. My partner felt nausea, vomit a couple of times, and continuously quivered due to body heat loss, but all we could do was to just keep pedaling hard forward to find the group. We didn’t even bring our phones under the strong advice of the guides, and of course didn’t expect this situation. We missed almost all the explanations of points of interest, and were not included in many tour pictures. We paid for a guided tour where we were not sufficiently instructed nor accompanied. If we didn’t choose this tour, and just kayaked by ourselves, we wouldn’t even need to carry the load (which we could not enjoy at the picnic later, ironically, due to the sickness), nor would we need to catch up with anyone at the expenses of our own safety, health and comfort. When we finally managed to reach the group that had stayed at a point to watch wildlife, I asked to be towed to a near beach. The guides didn’t have medication for seasickness nor emergency blanket. Fortunately, my partner’s condition just didn’t worsen, and after a rest at the beach, we paddled back to the starting point by ourselves, and quickly drove to elsewhere to get a public toilet and pharmacy. The whole experience felt like bullying, with moments of isolation, ignorance and physical risk one after another.
After I posted my first review that describes how we were left unattended by the tour guides and isolated in the sea, with no access to emergency rescues, exhausted by the agency’s loads and showing symptoms of body heat loss and nausea, the agency continued their racist bullying by discrediting our statements with negligence or distortion of key facts, and such comments as saying that all the white guests that day did not feel the same way as we did. They did not apologize for their extremely irresponsible and offensive behaviors have led us, two human beings, and at the same time two customers of yours, into life-threatening conditions, or even show any sign of concern for what had happened to us; instead, they asked the platform to remove our review.
Food excellent
Accommodation excellent
The spotted gums were awesome and beautiful to see our native animals. The water was pristine. Thank you Amy and Dave for sharing this experience with us.
You are both an asset to Region X.
Our tour guide Amy was absolutely brilliant; she ensured that everyone in the group was aware of safety protocols and gave comprehensive advice on kayaking to those in the group who were new to it. Amy was very knowledgeable about the marine life and the local environment which was just great and Amy makes a great cup of coffee!! Highly recommend this tour, 10/10 for fun, value for money and adventure.
We were lucky enough to encounter a bob of inquisitive fur seals on our trip which was unexpected and provided the highlight of our holiday.
Josh provided great communication throughout the planning and booking process and made sure the trip fitted in with our holiday plans.
This company is amazing and I recommend you do any of their experiences. Every time I've dealt with them they have been professional, flexible and friendly. Good people who just want you to get the most out of life!
It was the best up close and personal views of seals of my life. I loved the connections with Josh and the other participants. Morning tea was excellent. Everything about the day was excellent.
It ticked all the boxes
- scenery was amazing (we even saw whales - well done Region X excellent organisation)
- guides were smart, informative and fun!
- accommodation was amazing - woke up to beach views and kangaroos
- food was great!
A very manageable walk for all!
Another great thing was that the tour didn’t feel rushed at all.
Saw some rays, jellyfish, black swans, oyster catchers and kookaburras ????
Our car got a flat battery just before we leave for the tour, the ladies from Region X is kind and flexible to postpone our tour with short notice.
Michael, our Kayak instructor is super friendly, super patient and super knowledgeable.
We will explore their 5-hour Kayak + snorkeling next time when we can revisit Batemans Bay.
Mike was very calm and informative. We had a great morning tea too. We hope to come and have another snorkel soon!














































