Top Places to Kayak in Brisbane

Top Places to Kayak in Brisbane

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Posted 2013-01-10 by S Lynnfollow
There is something incredibly serene about gliding in the ocean or lake on a kayak. It is a combination of pure entertainment and exercise to ensure our health & well-being.



We were contemplating buying a kayak the other day when we saw an affordable double inflatable kayak for sale in our local suburb. I live next to the sea, so I knew where I could go to enjoy a kayaking adventure but that got me thinking; where are the other kayaking places in Brisbane? And what if I don't own my own kayak? Can I rent one and where?



After a bit of research, if you don't own your own kayak, there are a few places to go below where you can rent one:

1) Riverlife Kayak down the Brisbane river from the Kangaroo Cliffs. Hire a kayak for 1.5 hours for $25 per person or join a day instruction session for $39 per person. If you have a romantic streak, night kayaking is available as well.

2) Scarborough Pirate Park rents out kayaks as well as paddle boats every weekend at Scarborough Beach during the school holidays, directly opposite 89 Landsborough Ave for $15 per person.

3) Kayak hire Brisbane delivers rental kayaks on the Northern side of Brisbane for $25 with a beach delivery service if you don't have a vehicle that can transport kayaks. If you hire a kayak on a Saturday, you can go fishing to enter their Catch of the Day competition to win a free kayak hire.

4) Located 50 minutes from Brisbane CBD, why not take an island tour of Russell Island? You have access to panaromic views across Stradbroke Island and Moreton Bay.

5) Redlands Kayak Tour allows you the flexibility to paddle for either one and a half hours or three hours. A standard kayak tour is around $69 per person.


If you already own your own kayak, your choices are less limited. Have you bought a kayak with visions of kayaking every weekend but somehow things keep cropping up and you never get around to it? There is no excuse when you don't have to travel far to enjoy some quality outdoor kayaking time. Replace it with your gym routine and enjoy the delights of Mother Nature as fresh air whips across your face. Some popular spots include:

1) The Woody Point/Clontarf/Redcliffe area.
It is nice to kayak here on calm, tranquil days as the sea is friendly, clear blue and welcoming. However, it is not so pleasant after it has been raining and when the tide is high as the colour of the ocean turns from shimmery aqua to muddy dull brown.

2) Springfield Lakes is the best option if you live on the West and don't feel like driving to the Coast. Regatta Lake an artificial man-made lake and part of the 23 hectares of tranquil lakes and waterways.
3) Tangalooma Wrecks, Moreton Island.
If you are not keen to swim the short distance to the wrecks (it looks like a short distance but feels like a long way when you are actually in the water) or pay to hire a boat, kayaking is a great option to get to the wrecks and take time out under the water by going for a snorkel. Combine a weekend kayak trip with an enjoyable time with the colourful fish and you tick both the healthy and entertaining boxes yet once again.

4) Wellington Point.
You may be lucky if you manage to sight a dolphin or turtle while kayaking and it is a great fishing spot, mostly with snapper.
5) If you live in North Brisbane, you can kayak at Boondall Wetlands.
It is perfect for birdwatching and looking at other wildlife such as flying foxes, bats, possums and squirrel gliders. There are volunteer guides available if you would like a tour of the wetlands at the Boondall Wetlands Environmental Centre.

6) Wivenhoe Dam.
Built on the Brisbane River approximately 80km from the CBD, Wivenhoe Dam is home to Lake Wivenhoe which is a camping and outdoor recreation destination. Non-powered boating is allowed with a permit. If you like fishing, Lake Wivenhoe has its best season from April to October.

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