5 Kayak Tours in Brisbane to Plan a Day Around

1.Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 633 reviews · from $128Our pick

Moreton Island day trip from Brisbane or Gold Coast with 4WD, transparent kayak, wreck snorkeling, sandboarding, and beach picnic lunch.

“It was a very long day involving lots of travel before reaching Moreton Island as we began in Surfers Paradise. Activities were well arranged however but slightly rushed. Stinger suits (wetsuits) were a bit old and had holes. Would recommend if travelling from Brisbane as a much shorter journey”

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2.Guided River Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 175 reviews · 1h 30m · from $46

Paddle Brisbane River with a local guide, learn kayaking fast, and glide past Story Bridge and South Bank in 90 minutes for $46.

“Great paddle down the river and I learned about the history of Brisbane.”

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3.2-Hour Kayak Hire on Brisbane River

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 29 reviews · 1 day · from $36Best value

Paddle Brisbane River for 2 hours with single kayak hire, life jacket, and a safety briefing, plus iconic Story Bridge and South Bank views.

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4.Brisbane City Twilight Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · from $71

Guided twilight kayak on the Brisbane River with gear and instruction, city lights under Story Bridge, plus showers and changing rooms.

“It was quite challenging but felt so rewarding once completed. I would definitely do it again. And the staff were patient and helpful.”

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5.Illuminated River Night Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 25 reviews · 1h 30m · from $70

Kayak Brisbane River at night for 90 minutes, passing the Story Bridge and South Bank with a guided, safety-first briefing for $70.

“Activity was good but there was no insight to the buildings or anything. It was just a paddle rather than a tour”

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