Sunset Brunswick River Tour
About 2 hours · Easy, kids 3+ · $75 per person, family and locals discounts available
Evenings on the Brunswick River are calm, colourful and alive. As the sun dips behind the hinterland the water turns gold and the river becomes a sanctuary for wildlife.
We paddle through peaceful mangrove lined channels where you may see rays, mullet, herons, eagles and kingfishers. It is a gentle, family friendly paddle and a good way to end a day in Byron Bay.
Calm at sunset
Calm water, glowing skies and quiet all around.
Wildlife
Rays beneath you and birdlife overhead.
Mangroves
Learn how these forests filter and protect the river.
What an evening looks like
These times are an example from our summer schedule. They move with the sunset.
4:30pm
Meet at the launch site for a safety briefing and gear fitting.
4:45pm
Paddle into the mangrove estuary and learn how it filters the river.
5:15pm
Drift quietly as the birds settle and rays glide through the shallows.
5:45pm
Pause mid river for the colours of the sunset, with time for photos.
6:15pm
Paddle back as twilight sets, finishing by 6:30pm.
What we bring
- All kayaking gear
- Lifejackets
What you bring
- Hat and sunscreen
- A water bottle
- A towel and a change of clothes
Calm, beautiful, and full of birdlife. The perfect way to end our trip.
Anna, UK
Loved gliding through the mangroves at sunset, so peaceful.
James, Melbourne
Questions
Is it safe for beginners?
Yes. The Brunswick River is calm and protected, and our guides keep the pace easy and beginner friendly.
What wildlife will we see?
We often see rays, mullet, cormorants, eagles, kingfishers and other local birdlife. Sightings vary with the season.
Do you run the tour all year?
Yes. Times move slightly with the sunset. You get the confirmed departure time when you book.