Kayak Turtle Tour from Palm Cove
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Ready for the experience of a lifetime? Come on our Kayak Turtle Tour. Tours operate daily from the south end of Palm Cove and paddle out to Double Island from there. Once we are at Double Island, it's an incredible experience. There are mangroves to explore, coral reefs to paddle over and even a cave to explore if the conditions are right. More often than not, the water is crystal clear. There is an abundance of small rays and turtles swimming through the water, and it's even possible to see dolphins, dugongs or whales on the tour, but you have to be very lucky. Kayaks, life jackets, juice, water and fruit is provided.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Departing from Palm Cove, we paddle our way over to the coral reefs that fringe Double Island and Haycock Island (Scouts Hat). The first stop is our turtle spot. This is the place where the green turtle and the hawksbill turtle can be seen basking in the ocean. More often than not we have numerous turtle sightings. This is an exciting part of the trip for all of our customers. From here on, we either travel to the north side of the island or we move in to the south side and explore the mangroves, depending on what the tides are doing and the wind direction. Its not uncommon to see many rays and shovel nosed sharks playing and feeding in the shallows along the tidal part of the beach. If we venture to the north side of the island and with a low tide, we will check out the lime stone cave. When the tide is right, we go right inside the cave. Here we find small stalactites hanging from the roof of the cave. Next stop is the beach for a swim and relax. Snorkeling equipment will be provided, so if anyone feels like a snorkel, you are more than welcome to give it a go. After all this, its time to head home. If the northerly wind kicks in, we head back to Palm Cove.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Use of all necessary equipment
Hotel Pick Up Fees - $20 per person (if requested)
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Kayak Turtle Tour from Palm Cove
Reviews
298 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful & peaceful
H3151NKanitab,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kayaking was so beautiful & peaceful. Our guide was very knowledgeable & friendly. Great morning exercise without crowds.
Highly recommend this tour
clP173ZF,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantasic trip, we did the 6am paddle. Plenty of time to see fish jumping, bird life and sea turtles. Luke was great as our guide. Great conditions on the water. Highly recommend this tour.
Best way to start a day
BeaSta,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous way to start the day. So lovely to be on the water and we saw lots of turtles. I loved it. Great guide. Not too strenuous. Would highly recommend and hope to do one of their other kayaking tours in the future.
Great experience!!
madelinebO8053KP,,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful kayak adventure with great information! we saw many turtles, sting rays and birdlife. It was nice being guided by someone who clearly loves their job. Highly recommend doing this tour!!
Noah the huis was...
Wilhelmus H,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Noel the guide was excellent, she told us a lot about the reef, the plants and the animals. We paddled round Double Island, saw a few turtles, and a little octopus while we were exploring the island. It was a great experience
Sunrise Tour
J270OYmaxl,,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luke was friendly & very informative through out the tour. We saw the sunrise & turtles Can't wait to take my daughter there. Magical! Cheers Max
Close and personal with fun on the reef
mynameselle,,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friend and I were very well taken care of! The kayaks are very well maintained, It was a fun group the guide was knowledgeable and very kind, we saw many turtles and other animals and the island is so pretty! Definitely do on your way.
Wonderful sunrise kayaking
Kate N,,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Bring lots of water & a small snack. Wear shorts & swimsuit, you’ll get wet! Our guide Luke was very friendly & relaxed but extremely knowledgeable. Loved it!
Sunrise out on the ocean!
franziskahC1845DU,,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Sunrise kayak tour around Double Island! What an incredible experience to enter the water in the dark and enjoy the first light and sunrise on a calm ocean! Such a fantastic tour right here in Palm Cove! Luke is super professional and knowledgeable, always making sure to take enough time, so we didn't feel rushed. I highly recommend booking through them! What a way to spend a morning! We even spotted green sea turtles around the edge of the reef and a stingray in the shallows at Double Island. The weather was stunning, and it was a real highlight to see Double Island from this perspective!
Recommended 🐢🏝️🛶
Culture792317,,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This kayak tour is definitely one of our top experience in Palm Cove to do. Whilst we are not morning people we got up for the sunrise tour and it was worth it! I paddled solo to double island and back with teenage daughter, both journeys were manageable and enjoyable. We visited a cave and went on sand banks to see turtles. Highly recommend!
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