7:30am Morning Dolphin Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour
Category: Kayaking
Region: Gold Coast
State: QLD
Duration:
3h
Paddle serene Gold Coast waters, spot dolphins, turtles, and stingrays. Enjoy a light beach breakfast on a secluded island and snorkel among hundreds of vibrant sub-tropical fish.
Morning Dolphin Kayaking And Snorkeling Tour Daily 7:30am
Indulge in a delightful light continental breakfast on the beach.
Key Features:
- Kayak guidance from our professional tour guides.
- Tranquil paddle across Gold Coast waters.
- Spot Dolphins, Turtles, and Stingrays.
- Snorkel amidst hundreds of sub-tropical fish off Wavebreak Island.
- Enjoy a scrumptious continental breakfast by the beach.
- Tour duration: 2.5-3 hours, weather-dependent.
- Approximately 1 hour of kayaking throughout the tour.
What to Bring: - Swimmers
- Sunglasses
- Wet-friendly footwear (e.g., thongs, sandals)
- Hat
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Sense of adventure
Not Included: - Wetsuits (available for hire at $5 per person on the day)
Additional Information: - Suitable for low fitness levels. Max weight 110kgs.
- Meeting time: 7:15 am, Tour begins near 464 Marine Parade, Biggera Waters.
- Start Time 7:30am Sharpe
- Mandatory lifejacket for all participants.
- Children aged 6 and older are welcome.
- Non-swimmers must wear a life jacket throughout, even during snorkeling.
- All participants must sign a weiver Morning Dolphin Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour
Start your day with a magical adventure on the Gold Coast! Our Morning Dolphin Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour offers an unforgettable experience of wildlife, relaxation, and exploration.
Key Features:
- Expert Guidance: Learn to kayak with our friendly, professional guides.
- Scenic Paddle: Glide across the tranquil Gold Coast waters.
- Wildlife Watching: Spot dolphins, turtles, and stingrays in their natural habitat.
- Snorkeling Experience: Discover vibrant sub-tropical fish around Wavebreak Island.
- Beach Breakfast: Enjoy a delightful continental breakfast on a secluded beach.
Tour Details:
- Duration: 2.5-3 hours (weather-dependent)
- Kayaking Time: Approximately 1 hour
What to Bring:
- Swimmers
- Sunglasses
- Wet-friendly footwear (e.g., thongs, sandals)
- Hat
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Sense of adventure
Additional Information:
- Wetsuits: Available for hire at $5 per person on the day
- Fitness Level: Suitable for low fitness levels; max weight 110 kg
- Meeting Time: 7:15 am near corner Parr Street and Marine Parade, Biggera Waters
- Start Time: 7:30 am sharp
- Safety: Lifejackets are mandatory for all participants
- Children: Ages 6 and older are welcome
- Non-Swimmers: Must wear a lifejacket throughout the tour
- No Pregnant woman
Important Note:
- All participants must sign a waiver before the tour: https://forms.fillout.com/t/9CgMjtiEAVus
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You are better off going with another kayaking tour as they are more reliable and care more about their customers like Seaway Kayaking Tours who are so much better.
We had our sunset kayak tour cancelled 3 hours before our tour at 5pm due to "low numbers", and therefore resulting to them not wanting to run it, despite already booking and paying for the tour. The website only states tours will be cancelled due to weather and safety concerns. If we had known that they would cancel so last minute we never would've booked with such an unreliable company who clearly only cares about the money rather than their customers.
We had planned our holiday days out as many would to maximize the trip, and made our way to Gold Coast only to be told that tour was not happening that day a few hours before. They offered us an option to reschedule to another day, but even then they could not confirm the tour happening as they had to wait for people to book it. This is such a unreliable way of business that they need to CLEARLY state on their website so people are aware.
After much discussion and them telling us the only options were to either reschedule or getting a refund, they offered us the chance to join any tour. We ended up joining another tour (only 5 people including us, most likely would've been cancelled too if we didn't join). The tour guide was really friendly and amazing. However this did not change the fact that we had to change our schedule and drive down once again.
They wasted our time and ruined our day when we could've done something else if they told us in the morning the tour was cancelled. A very disappointing and frustrating experience, I hope the company changes their poor business model and makes things more clear to customers. Maybe this way they may actually get more customers!
We had our sunset kayak tour cancelled 3 hours before our tour at 5pm due to "low numbers", and therefore resulting to them not wanting to run it, despite already booking and paying for the tour. The website only states tours will be cancelled due to weather and safety concerns. If we had known that they would cancel so last minute we never would've booked with such an unreliable company who clearly only cares about the money rather than their customers.
We had planned our holiday days out as many would to maximize the trip, and made our way to Gold Coast only to be told that tour was not happening that day a few hours before. They offered us an option to reschedule to another day, but even then they could not confirm the tour happening as they had to wait for people to book it. This is such a unreliable way of business that they need to CLEARLY state on their website so people are aware.
After much discussion and them telling us the only options were to either reschedule or getting a refund, they offered us the chance to join any tour. We ended up joining another tour (only 5 people including us, most likely would've been cancelled too if we didn't join). The tour guide was really friendly and amazing. However this did not change the fact that we had to change our schedule and drive down once again.
They wasted our time and ruined our day when we could've done something else if they told us in the morning the tour was cancelled. A very disappointing and frustrating experience, I hope the company changes their poor business model and makes things more clear to customers. Maybe this way they may actually get more customers!
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Laverne
23 Feb 2026
Peter is a really nice and perfect instructor. We had a lot of fun, and we were in three groups. We truly enjoyed the experience and had a fantastic day.
Thank you, Peter. All our kids and group members really appreciate your kindness, support, and patience. You made our day meaningful and worthwhile.
I strongly recommend Peter as a guide. See you again soon!
Thank you, Peter. All our kids and group members really appreciate your kindness, support, and patience. You made our day meaningful and worthwhile.
I strongly recommend Peter as a guide. See you again soon!
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JIGDEN
20 Feb 2026
Great value for money
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Mish1974
20 Feb 2026
Steven and his team of tour guides provided our school group with a great experience. The weather impacted our booking but Steven quickly amended our tour ensuring our group’s safety and our students and staff had an amazing time of the water. We look forward to an opportunity for future bookings with Australian Kayaking Adventures.
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Jaye
20 Jan 2026
Friendly and helpful team! Very experienced and knowledgeable staff , so glad we booked this tour for our final hoorah before heading back home! Thankyou!
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Lara
02 Jan 2026
Alex was an amazing kayak tour guide! He gave super clear instructions, was incredibly patient, and made the whole experience feel safe and enjoyable. You can tell he really knows what he’s doing. He was also very friendly and easy to talk to, which made the tour even better. The price was great for the quality of the experience we had. I would 100% recommend Alex to anyone looking for a fun and memorable kayak adventure. Thank you, Alex!
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T
18 Nov 2025
Thank you for a lovely morning, our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable. Saw a couple dolphins and lots of beautiful fish snorkelling. .
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Vicki
25 Oct 2025
The paddling was a bit of a workout, but the views at sunset made it all worth it. Alex also snapped some awesome photos for us, which turned out beautifully!
He even took us to try to spot some bats. We didn’t see them at the park, but we ended up seeing many on the way back to our hotel, which was such a cool surprise.
Overall, it was an amazing experience, relaxing, fun, and beautifully organised. Couldn’t recommend it more. Cheers to Alex for making it such a memorable trip!
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Steven V, Owner at Australian Kayaking Adventures, responded to this review - 2025-10-15
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the Sunset Kayak Adventure and that Alex made the experience so memorable. He’ll be stoked to hear your kind words — he really loves sharing his knowledge and good energy on the water.
The sunset views and those surprise bats on the way back sound like the perfect finish to the day! We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you paddling with us again soon.
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millyxr
06 Oct 2025
Well done guys.
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Julián
23 Sep 2025
Thanks to our tour guide Alex, we all had wonderful time today for my daughter’s birthday. Alex was so friendly and warm, which made the experience even better! It’s pleasure to meet another Kiwi in gold boast. Thanks Alex!
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Wayne
21 Sep 2025
We had an amazing experience kayaking and snorkelling with fish. First timers here along with another group and Alex our tour guide from Australian Kayaking Adventures reassured all of us despite the rain we would be fine and put our nerves at ease especially with our 10yo boy. Instructions on how to and the history behind the island we were visiting was very informative - Alex you were awesome! Thank you for making our Gold Coast experience and first timers kayaking/ snorkelling a memorable one.
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Jane
01 Sep 2025
Loved this experience! Steve was super helpful and such a lovely way to spend a morning in the Goldcoast. We hired kayaks for 2 hours which was sufficient and were given clear directions on where to do. Really enjoyable activity, and be sure to visit Bumbles cafe next door after :)
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Imogen
07 Aug 2025
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joelsR585NI
05 Aug 2025
Our guide Pete is very kind and humorous. This is an amazing experience for both me and my partner to learn cooperation. Additionally, Pete pays great attention to safety and ensures that no incidents will occur.
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hongji
19 Jul 2025
Such a wonderful experience. A bucket list tick off for sure!
Got to swim with tropical fish, float around with the dolphins, and handle blue crabs even saw a stingray swam past. Tour guide was awesome so much fun! Would recommend it a must thing do on the Goldie!
Cant wait to bring our sons back!
Thanks so much Australian kayaking adventures. 🐠❤️
Got to swim with tropical fish, float around with the dolphins, and handle blue crabs even saw a stingray swam past. Tour guide was awesome so much fun! Would recommend it a must thing do on the Goldie!
Cant wait to bring our sons back!
Thanks so much Australian kayaking adventures. 🐠❤️
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Rachael
24 May 2025
Fun kayaking lot of fish when snorkeling. Recommend the 7:30 as you can relax a bit on the beach in between.
Steve was a really good host and gave us some good golf coast insight on the marine life.
Steve was a really good host and gave us some good golf coast insight on the marine life.
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Sayuj
23 Apr 2025
Loved every moment of this trip! As someone coming on holiday we thoroughly enjoyed it. Instructions were easy and simple to follow and the kayak was so much fun! Though no dolphins we did get to see fish when snorkelling. Crew were so friendly and I would definitely do this again.
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Kashani
19 Apr 2025
Water visibility was better before the tide started going out but even so, Pete knew where/how to see the fish!
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Lachie
17 Mar 2025
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Bethanyalice001
15 Feb 2025
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Trip610928
05 Jan 2025
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Abdulla
08 Dec 2024
Thank you for a great start to our morning! You were both so lovely, amazing guides! We had so much fun!!
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Chante
03 Nov 2024
Amazing experience! Thanks to our tour guide Pablo who was very kind and helpful. We didn’t get the chance to see dolphins but we really enjoyed those 3 hours tour. We did snorkeling and it was amazing we saw multiple varieties of fishes, just beautiful! The breakfast on the beach was very good we got some cereals, oranges wedges and cookies, yummy! And the tour of kayak was really nice, we were also beginners and never been on a kayak, and it wasn’t hard at all to get used to it as it was explained very well.
Recommended 100%
Thanks to Pablo :)
Recommended 100%
Thanks to Pablo :)
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Agathe
31 Oct 2024
My partner and I had a great time kayaking and snorkeling! It was a really fun day out and Pablo, our instructor, was a lot of fun! Will be looking into more fun kayaking adventures next holiday!!
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Hughie
11 Oct 2024
Our kayaking 2 hour trip was wonderful. The instructors, especially Paulo looked after us wonderfully. No stress or feeling rushed. We stopped and then did some snorkeling which we had never done. Great instructions and in we went. LOVED IT. So many fish it was fabulous. Don't hesitate - do it. It was the end of our holiday and it made our trip.
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Tom
02 Oct 2024
Early morning tour. Had a great day, well morning out. Guides were fantastic, knew their stuff.
We did get a Dolphin approach my wife to see what she was doing, but she had no idea, other. wildlife were very friendly, a school of Brim were swimming all around us and a Magpie also joined in the fun, making friends with everyone.
We did get a Dolphin approach my wife to see what she was doing, but she had no idea, other. wildlife were very friendly, a school of Brim were swimming all around us and a Magpie also joined in the fun, making friends with everyone.
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Ron
05 Sep 2024
We had our lovely tour guide Reece who waited for us despite us being late !
Scenic kayak over to wave break island where we hopped out of the kayaks to go spend an hour snorkelling with a variety of fish, an octopus and a falcon hunting for fish!
We then had breakfast (provided by them)
Then a lovely kayak back past the pelicans to the shore
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30harrietw
15 Jul 2024
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Taleen
23 May 2024
The activity consists of a 10 minute Kayak, a snorkel session a light breakfast then a 10 min kayak back to the starting point. We did the 07:30 session.
On our trip we saw dolphins in the bay as we started our trip and had the opportunity to do an extra snorkel after the breakfast. Our guide Pete was amazing, he was great at explaining the correct technique for kayaking and snorkeling while also warning us of areas to avoid when snorkeling due to the presence of oyster shells. Would recommend.
On our trip we saw dolphins in the bay as we started our trip and had the opportunity to do an extra snorkel after the breakfast. Our guide Pete was amazing, he was great at explaining the correct technique for kayaking and snorkeling while also warning us of areas to avoid when snorkeling due to the presence of oyster shells. Would recommend.
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Tara
01 May 2024
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H4210NVmaryc
28 Apr 2024
Had a great time on the sunset kayaking tour, but be ready for a physical challenge! Besides the rowing, you'll need to haul the hefty kayak into and out of the water on your own, which is unexpected.
The bird island tour was a pleasant surprise; we initially thought it was solely kayaking, but it was delightful to see many beautiful birds thriving on the man-made island.
Unfortunately, the water isn't pristine, and passing under the bridge can be quite odorous. My suggestion would be to opt for sea kayaking rather than navigating city rivers.
The bird island tour was a pleasant surprise; we initially thought it was solely kayaking, but it was delightful to see many beautiful birds thriving on the man-made island.
Unfortunately, the water isn't pristine, and passing under the bridge can be quite odorous. My suggestion would be to opt for sea kayaking rather than navigating city rivers.
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Veronica
01 Apr 2024
Had an amazing time doing the morning dolphin kayak and snorkling tour. This was the 3rd time doing it for me. Steve was a fantastic guide and even though it rained on the way back, it was all worth it as we got to see some dolphins. Thank you for another unforgettable experience.
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danyella
12 Feb 2024
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Nicole
06 Feb 2024
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RMR820
05 Feb 2024
We did the 730am kayaking and snorkelling. Family of four, two girls aged 12 and 8. Am not particularly fit, but enjoyed the experience. The guides (Pete, Tyler, Jonas) were helpful and friendly. We had help kayaking when we needed it.
We went Jan 2024, and the weather was not great (cloudy and occasional showers). We saw dolphins from a distance, and a lot of fish and stingray while snorkelling. There were two other boats in the area but we stayed back the latest. We bought full-faced snorkels for our kids and had them practice beforehand. This worked for them.
The breakfast was light, but I think just right considering we had to paddle and swim.
It was safe and well-run, and I would recommend for a young family as this is a welcome break from all the screentime.
We went Jan 2024, and the weather was not great (cloudy and occasional showers). We saw dolphins from a distance, and a lot of fish and stingray while snorkelling. There were two other boats in the area but we stayed back the latest. We bought full-faced snorkels for our kids and had them practice beforehand. This worked for them.
The breakfast was light, but I think just right considering we had to paddle and swim.
It was safe and well-run, and I would recommend for a young family as this is a welcome break from all the screentime.
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Sinta
11 Jan 2024
We were then led through a maze of parked house boats on the shoreline for about 20 minutes one way until we arrived at the location where we were given equipment to snorkel. The snorkeling site did show quite a number of small fish for viewing but don’t expect Great Barrier Reef views.
Another 20 minutes of walking back to where we left the kayaks and after a further 15 minutes of paddling it was over.
There was certainly a lot of walking and a minimal amount of kayaking and snorkelling.
Would suggest more kayaking around the shoreline should be the priority as this is what travellers paid for the experience not shoreline walks.
Overall, an average experience. The crew were very helpful though so points there.
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Santiago
09 Jan 2024
Great experience! Pete, Tyler and Dan were very professional and friendly. They explained everything and made sure we were safe at all times. The place is beautiful, we could see dolphins and many fishes. Was one of my favourite activities in Surfers Paradise. Highly recommended :)
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Paloma
06 Dec 2023
My friends and I had so much fun kayacking with Australian Kayacking Adventures, the guides were very helpful and friendly to speak with. We even hand fed two friendly magpies which the guides had befriended.
We had so much fun kayacking and it was a pleasant experience throughout. We saw lots of different types of fish while snorkeling and enjoyed the surrounding scenery of the island. We saw wild dolphins from a distance and later on during the tour they came up right to our kayaks, jumping in front of them and swimming underneath, which was definitely the highlight of the tour!
I would definitely recommend Australian Kayacking Adventures to anyone that is looking to create memorable experiences on the Gold Coast with the addition of the experienced and knowledgeable guides.
We had so much fun kayacking and it was a pleasant experience throughout. We saw lots of different types of fish while snorkeling and enjoyed the surrounding scenery of the island. We saw wild dolphins from a distance and later on during the tour they came up right to our kayaks, jumping in front of them and swimming underneath, which was definitely the highlight of the tour!
I would definitely recommend Australian Kayacking Adventures to anyone that is looking to create memorable experiences on the Gold Coast with the addition of the experienced and knowledgeable guides.
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Alicia
04 Dec 2023
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Steven V, Owner at Australian Kayaking Adventures, responded to this review - 2023-11-26
"Thrilled you enjoyed the diverse activities along the Gold Coast broadwater! Thanks for recommending our tour. Hope to welcome you back for more adventures!"
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ROCIO676
19 Nov 2023
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Steven V, Owner at Australian Kayaking Adventures, responded to this review - 2023-11-26
"We're delighted you had a fantastic first-time kayaking experience! Safety and enjoyment are our priorities. Thanks for the kind words about the guides and the breathtaking scenery. Hope to see you on the water again soon!"
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Wilson
19 Nov 2023
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Steven V, Owner at Australian Kayaking Adventures, responded to this review - 2023-11-26
"Thrilled you had a special time, and the snorkeling was a highlight! Thanks for the tip about bringing thongs/slides for the beach walk. Looking forward to having you back next time!"
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Ella
19 Nov 2023
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Steven V, Owner at Australian Kayaking Adventures, responded to this review - 2023-11-12
Love your review, Thank you!!
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Christopher
08 Nov 2023
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Steven V, Owner at Australian Kayaking Adventures, responded to this review - 2023-11-06
As discussed we are very sorry for the missing snorkel. We will be updating our procedures so this doesn’t happen again. We also responded to your concerns as soon we finished the tour and did a partial refund for the inconvenience caused.
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Mobile603372
22 Oct 2023
My 8yo absolutely loved this. We shared a kayak and had a spectacular time. Davey and Paul provided excellent training and support throughout the morning. We loved our trip, saw lots of beautiful fish and enjoyed our brekkie.
We were complete beginners and had no problems so would definitely recommend to other families.
We were complete beginners and had no problems so would definitely recommend to other families.
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Nat
25 Sep 2023
We had a great day, kayaking and snorkelling with Pete he was very informative and helpful. We enjoyed our day. Thanks for breakfast which was really nice of him. It’s a private it was just us and him are really enjoyed it. Highly commended
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Sarah
27 Aug 2023
not worth at all for the price.
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Leelananda
13 Aug 2023
We had an amazing trip out kayaking and snorkeling off the beach on wave break island. We happened to be the only ones in the group. Our guide gave us great information about the area, wildlife we may encounter, and any creatures to avoid on the trip. He also was very informative when helping us identify the species of fish we were seeing in the water. We had the best time and enjoyed getting to see a beautiful area along the Gold Coast.
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Haley
09 Aug 2023
Loved our experience. We had such a relaxed morning with a great kayak journey, snorkelling and some breakfast on the beach! Our guide was amazing and so friendly, made the morning that much more fun! No dolphins today but that’s just the gamble you take and it didn’t take away from our experience!
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Georgia
15 Jul 2023
The tour guide was very nice, my friend and I were a little late and he phoned us and waited for us to arrive before starting the tour. He gave us bags so our stuff wouldn’t get wet. Told us where the cool creatures would be and gave us cookies at the end of the tour. Overall it was very beautiful and would recommend.
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Emily
02 Jul 2023
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charstevens88
10 Jun 2023
To be honest we weren't expecting much from this tour Sue to the time of year, but we were so pleasantly surprised! The water was warm, the weather was beautiful and no wind. The fish were beautiful- we didn't expect to see so many colourful fish. It was great and we'd do it again in a heart beat. Pete was a great guide. Highly recommend.
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Chantelle
05 May 2023
Morning kayaking and snorkeling was a Great experience for us . Though we didn't saw dolphins but loved every bit of the journey. The view of city line was awesome and being on the kayak for the first time was bit scary and exciting at the same time. The guides were very good and friendly. Would love to do it again in future.
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Priyanka
28 Apr 2023
We had a great time yesterday with the original Australian Kayaking Adventure Group.
The experience was well planned, fun, educational & entertaining!
A definite must when visiting the Gold Coast!!
The experience was well planned, fun, educational & entertaining!
A definite must when visiting the Gold Coast!!
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Visy
19 Apr 2023
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Steven V, Manager at Australian Kayaking Adventures, responded to this review - 2023-04-21
Thank you for taking the time to write your review. Everyday is different, but we always we lots of fish in the snorkeling location. Dolphins are wild, sometimes close and sometimes far away. Sorry for your disappointment.
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Nhã
17 Apr 2023
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Steven V, Manager at Australian Kayaking Adventures, responded to this review - 2023-04-21
Hi, we had light showers and we get wet when we go kayaking as it is a water sport. We ask everyone to help with the kayaks, this is a standard practice with kayaking tours. The tour guides would be more then to happy to help you if you asked.
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Tina
12 Apr 2023
Absolute joke. cancelled twice in one week, first time weather was completely fine no reason for cancellation, second time very short notice and we lost $40 as we were already in a cab. Was looking forward to the experience and they couldn’t deliver. Never again.
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Tim
13 Feb 2023
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30 Jan 2023
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