Highlights:

* In honesty it’s REALLY hard to narrow down the highlights of this trip! The fact that many of our guests have returned almost yearly to do this tour it a testiment to how good it is! One lady has already done the tour for 7 years running!
* Exploring the diverse and stunning scenery – and observing the diversity as the river changes from beach to river ecosystems
* Learning about historic Warumbul as we take a break there along the way for morning tea
* Paddling passed beautiful mangrove communities and learning about the importance of these ecosytems to our river system
* Having either a marine scientist or terrestrial ecologist aboard for the trip to point out some of the local wildlife. 

Itinerary: 

* Meet 15 minutes prior to scheduled start of your tour to complete paperwork, be fitted into safety vest and kayak and organise your gear.
* Begin with technique and safety briefing from your expert guide
* Now it’s time to start paddling – enjoy an approximate 4km along the gorgeous stretches of Bundeena beaches and sand-spit and up into the Royal National Park
* Stop off at lovely Warrumbul for a tea break and leg stretch for about 20 minutes (toilet available)
* Continue paddling upriver along the southern shore of the Hacking River and bordered by the Royal National Park and into the valleys of Audley where the cliffs and trees tower above the river and nature surrounds!
* Explore the Audley weir from the water and disembark for lunch
*Tuck into a delicious BBQ luncheon (cooked by Chef Don Don) as you relax by the waterside
*Crawl about the shuttle bus feeling exhilarated from your wonderful kayaking adventure and lay back for the ride back to Bundeena (which takes about 20 minutes)
About the Kayaks: A choice of double or single sit on top style kayak will be available. The kayaks are stable and comfortable and well suited to beginners. Kayaks have plenty of storage space either in enclosed hatches or open deck space. Dry storage bags for a small amount of gear (towel, jacket, phone etc) are provided on tours. There is a storage area at our base for leaving your bags etc whilst on the tour
What to wear: You will get wet when paddling from splashes, so best to wear comfortable lightweight clothes (no jeans) and a hat. If it looks like rain we suggest packing a lighweight wet weather jacket and if it’s going to be cold, pack a fleece.
What to Bring: Water (1Litre), Hat, Sunglasses, Towel, Change of clothes – you will get wet from splashes and Sunscreen 
Pre-Requisites: No paddling experience is required – beginners are welcome! All participants must be able to swim and be in reasonably fit condition. We also love having kids aboard and welcome children of all ages providing they are accompanied by an adult