Pambula River Kayaking Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
The Pambula River tour offers a unique kayaking experience with expert guides who have specialized knowledge of the ecology, culture, and history of the area. Along the way, you'll stop at a beautiful beach for a gourmet morning tea that includes sweets, tea, coffee, and juice, with time to take a refreshing swim.
One of the highlights of the tour is the opportunity to spot a variety of birdlife, such as pelicans, herons, sea eagles, egrets, sandpipers, oystercatchers, and more. The guides also provide interesting information about the Beowa National Park and oyster farming on the Pambula River, adding a cultural and educational dimension to the experience.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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
Pambula
Embark on an adventure at Pambula Lake, Broadwater as we paddle to the breathtaking Pambula River Mouth. Our expert kayak guide will accompany you, making it the perfect experience for beginners. As we paddle up the river, keep an eye out for wildlife and the natural beauty of Beowa National Park.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Morning Tea
Kayak & equipment
Options
Pambula River Kayaking Tour
Reviews
39 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour & service above and beyond!
sally 83,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This 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.
Magic on the river
X1483CUzoea,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We 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.
Magical morning paddle
702charn,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Johan 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.
Beautiful morning on the river
lisasay123,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Interesting learning about oyster farming. Great guides! Suggestion: stop for fresh oysters on return.
Highly Recommend!!
A894HHkatel,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We 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!
Quiet morning on the Pambula River
cdfrenay,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What 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
Fantastic river kayak
Karen L,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This 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.
Fantastic
538becl,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic! 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.
A beautiful morning!
955courtneyo,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We 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!
All round fabulous kayak experience
387sallyt,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I 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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