Behind The Bay - Explore Like a Local: Waterfalls/paddleboarding
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Join us for a unique journey exploring the hidden, untouched gems surrounding Byron Bay. Enjoy an authentic, local experience and discover magical places you never would have known existed. Learn about the nature in a relaxed environment, offering a more personalised and intimate experience. Take a rejuvenating swim in the sacred ti tree lake, boosting immunity, blood circulation, relieving aches and pains and leaving your skin soft and silky. Discover the winding paths of the stunning Broken Head Nature Reserve to the Three Sisters Lookout, with miles of pristine coastline and a forest walk that leaves you on, arguably, Byron's most stunning and secluded beach.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Killen Falls
Killen falls is a magical waterfall nestled amongst beautiful caves and rainforest. It is great for swimming and we often see turtles too! PLEASE NOTE: The walk down to the base of Killen Falls is very rocky so we strongly advise wearing closed toe shoes for this location.
Lake Ainsworth
Lake Ainsworth is a beautiful Ti tree lake in Lennox Head. Ti tree lakes are incredibly special and are known for healing properties. They are known to improve blood circulation, relieve aches and pains and soften the skin.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Stand up paddle board
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Behind The Bay - Explore Like a Local: Waterfalls/paddleboarding
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Reviews
277 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Gift of a tour! Do it!!!
anyamurphy,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I absolutely loved this tour. Toby was a fantastic guide and we covered lots of beautiful nature - from waterfalls to tea-tree oil infused lakes! So much fun, perfect balance between chilled and covering lots of epic East Coast gems. Would recommend it to everyone! Thank you Toby and the Behind The Bay team!
Amazing tour, Toby was...
Stacey F,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing tour, Toby was awesome. The drive from Byron is super easy, and the waterfall is great. Afterward, there’s a lunch stop by the lake where you can go paddle boarding. The stop at the Three Sisters has a picturesque beach. Highly recommend
THE BEST DAY!!!
S9748MUmelissas,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the best time on this tour!!! i had toby as a tour guide and he and his friend shane was so lovely! genuinely loved the whole experience my fave was the paddle boarding in the lake!!! had so much fun with them definitely recommend 10/10🤍🤍🤍🤍
Such a fun day, a must day during your stay in Byron Bay!
Jasminebradley1,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my partner did this trip during our stay in Byron Bay and absolutely loved it! Our tour guide Toby was super friendly, knowledgeable of the area, got involved and made it such a fun day! The van had air con and was a lovely small group we had. I would definitely recommend this trip during your stay in Byron Bay.
Best tour in Byron
959lillyb,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an amazing tour! Harry was an amazing host, very knowledgeable and the sights were incredible. The highlight was paddle boarding in the tee tree lake.Would 100% Recommend :)
Great guide. Astonishing views
R9480FOsamb,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow what a tour! Harry was an amazing host and the sights were genuinely astonishing! Good tunes and we had a great group of people - 100% recommend!
Great Tour
p0rntirat,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trips in Byron bay and Head Broken is the highlight, this place you can’t miss if you visit Byron bay, Thanks Harry for a great tour
Great tour
jadesC4794IQ,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely loved this tour! The highlight for me was swimming in the tea tree lake and paddle boarding. Also so happy we saw dolphins too!
Book this!
Ruby P,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant day! Harry the owner and our tour guide was very knowledgable and showed us some hidden gems around Byron. Super happy I booked this tour as it let me see more of Byron rather than just the main beach!
Great trip!
S9636JLjos v,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour, would recommend! Amazing views and swimming opportunities, knowledgeable (and incredibly handsome) tourguide.
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