Step off the street and pick up a paddle!

Enjoy the real meaning of off-road touring and immerse yourself in Hobart. 
Get a different perspective on one of the world’s most beautiful harbour cities on the Hobart Paddle.

Tour Overview

Get a different perspective on one of the world’s most beautiful harbour cities on the Hobart Paddle.

On this relaxed, two-hour tour you’ll experience a journey of fun, serenity and some of the best fish and chips you’ve ever tasted.

Gliding across the waters of the Derwent Estuary, you’ll follow Hobart’s shoreline to explore historic Battery Point, vibrant Salamanca and the bustling docks of the city’s waterfront.

Learn about Tasmania’s historic capital from your experienced guides as you weave among stately tall ships, working fishing boats, sleek yachts and modern cruisers.

Work up an appetite in time to enjoy some of Hobart’s legendary fish and chips straight from a dockside fish punt – you won’t even have to leave your kayak.

The Hobart Paddle is the perfect way to discover Hobart’s true maritime nature.

General Information

• The tour is undertaken in stable, double sea kayaks, to cater for all levels of experience and ability.

• No experience is necessary, our fun and experienced guides will provide all the equipment you need and paddling instruction before taking you out to explore in stable double kayaks.

• Single bookings are welcome, you will share a kayak with a guide or fellow participant.
  
• Relax in the company of a small group – the tour generally operates with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 12 participants.
  
• You do not need to be able to swim as we operate by the philosophy we are ‘on the water’ not ‘in the water’.
  
• All ages are welcome from 8 to 80 yrs old.  Younger children welcome by arrangement.

What to bring:

• Casual clothing such as shorts and t-shirt
• Sandals, trainers, or thongs
• Sunscreen, Sunglasses, hat
• Camera (optional)

Tour includes:

• 2hr guided sea kayaking experience
• Professional, friendly guide/s.
• Light snack of Fish and Chips
• Double sea kayaks and all equipment, including life jacket, warm jacket, spray jacket

Where to meet:

• Kayaking tours meet at Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
  

• At Errol Flynn park and beach, there is parking and toilet facilities available.

  By Car – Drive along Sandy Bay Rd.  Turn left onto Marieville Esplanade and drive to the end of the street.

  By Taxi - return transfers are available from the Visitor Information Centre, for a small additional cost (please enquire when booking).

  By Foot – Approx. 20min walk from Salamanca Place through historic Battery Point.

  By Bus - Franklin Square to Sandy Bay Road - Stop 11.

  
  
  

How to book

• Read our Booking Terms & Conditions
  and Acceptance of Risk

• Make a booking online, or

• Contact our office via email:
  or phone: 03 62570500

Tours operate daily year round subject to availability.
Prices are in Australian dollars and valid to 30/06/09

Weather

As we operate in the outdoors, weather conditions may affect our adventures. In this case, we alter the tour route to suit the conditions and may paddle in an alternative location in the local area.

If our guide decides that the weather conditions are unsuitable for paddling, then you will be given the option of transferring to another available departure or receiving a full refund.