Basin Campground Stand Up Paddle Safari

Observe the rainforest and bushland of north Sydney on this paddle boarding adventure

Sydney, Australia

Duration
1 hour 30 minutes

Start & End Time
Varies

Max Group Size
8

Pick-Up & Drop-Off
Not included

Minimum Age
8

Fitness Level
Moderate

What's Included

Stand-up paddleboard hire
Safety brief by an experienced guide
Chance to spot local wildlife including fish, wallabies, sea eagles, kookaburras, goannas and more
All equipment
Complimentary photos package (valued at $45)

What's Excluded

Waterproof clothing and footwear
NPWS entry fee to get to the Basin campground
GoPro hire (available to Backpacker Deals customers for $15 - Original value $30)

Why do we love this

Stand-up paddleboarding is an awesome workout and way to experience "the basin" firsthand. We love that we get to see so many fish and other native creatures up-close on this tour.

What to Expect

Stand-up paddleboarding is a fun activity, a great workout, and the ideal way to experience native wildlife up-close. On this guided paddle safari through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, you will get to glide along the calm waters of the park's estuary and spot all sorts of native Australian wildlife as you do. Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is one of Sydney's most renowned nature reserves, home to a wide variety of birds, fish, mammals, reptiles and even stingrays.

Your paddle safari will take place on "the basin" of the reserve, a safe and sheltered environment free from waves and boats. It will be led by an experienced guide who will share paddleboarding tips to help you feel comfortable on the water. Your guide will also explain the cultural and colonial heritage of the area and provide information on the wildlife you may spot on your journey.

Once done with the tour, you will receive a photo package of ten group shots taken by your guide during your tour. Photos are complimentary with any booking through Backpacker Deals (normally valued at $45). The photos will be sent via email file transfer.

This tour is suitable for first-time paddleboarders as well as those who are more experienced. Kids and adults alike are sure to love this unique and exciting experience.

Tours depart from the Basin campground at Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in Sydney's Northern Beaches. The park is located 1 hour and 30 minutes from Sydney City. Tours run every Saturday 10am and Sunday 10am and everyday at 10am during school holidays. Group bookings are available as requested from 8am-4pm for groups with minimum 4 and maximum 8 people.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Swimming gear
Towel
Hat
Re-fillable drink bottle
Walking shoes
Polarised sunglasses (with strap) to see through the water while paddling

Catch the breathtaking Fantasea ferry 20 min ride across the Pittwater waterway from Palm Beach Wharf to the Basin campground. Ferry cost paid on board is Adult $7.70pp, Child $3.80 each way. National Park landing fee is $3pp paid on arrival. Water taxi also available $50 each way.

Drive to West Head road and bush walk 2.75km with a steep descent down to Basin campground. National Park entry fee per vehicle applies. Please check NPWS website for walking trail closures. In this park, vehicle entry fees are $11 per vehicle per day. If you're arriving by bus or taxi you'll need to pay daily entry fees of $4.40 adults, $2.20 children.

Policies

Terms & Conditions:

Participants must be able to swim 50m free style unassisted to join the paddle board tour.
Customers must be honest concerning swimming level and previous participation in activities.
Any infringements in National Parks or Aquatic Reserves by the customer will be the customer's sole responsibility.
Minimum age of customer for water activities is 8yrs old. Children aged between 8-12yrs old require 1 adult to accompany them for water-based activities. Participants under the age of 18 must be signed in by their responsible guardian; no unaccompanied minors will be allowed. All Children must have approval from guardian.

Cancellation Policy:

Over 7 days prior to experience there is no charge
48hr up to 7 days prior to tour: 50% tour charge applies.
Within 48hrs of experience date, no show and late arrivals: Forfeiture 100% of tour cost.

Bookings: 1. All customers must confirm their booking with credit card payment online or via direct debit transfer. 2. Payments must be made by credit card or direct debit prior to tour date, 3. Privacy policy ensures all Credit Card details are confidential. 4. Customers must be at arranged pick up location at least 10minutes before departure time. 5. Customers must follow and listen to the guide's instructions and all safety rules and regulations to the areas visited. 6. Any infringements in National Parks or Aquatic Reserves by the customer will be the customer's sole responsibility. 7. Customers must be honest concerning swimming level and previous participation in activities. 8. Current advertised pricing on web site and brochures are applicable. 9. Customers must present coupon on tour day to receive any promotional offering or full fee must be paid. 10. Minimum age of customer for water activities is 8yrs old. 11. Children aged between 8-12yrs old require 1 adult to accompany them for water based activities. 12. Participants under the age of 18 must be signed in by their responsible guardian, no unaccompanied minors will be allowed. All Children must have approval from guardian. Child rate is from from 4yrs-14yrs 13. Customers must sign a registration form and inform guide of any medical conditions which may effect customers health on tour. A safety brief will out line risks involved and how to minimise risks on tour. All activities undertaken at own risk. 14. The company reserves the right to cancel or withdraw any tour or any booking made for a passenger or decline to accept or retain any person as a member of a tour, and further shall be under no obligation or liability to any person as a result of any inaccuracy, misdescription or changes to any tour or its itinerary, or for losses or additional expenses due to delays any other transport services, sickness, weather, strikes, wars, quarantine or other causes. 15. Baggage and personal effects are at the passenger's own risk throughout the tour and it is the responsibility of the passenger to ensure insurance has been arranged. 16. Privacy of customers information will be in accordance with Privacy laws 17. Snorkel group tour rate only applies to group booking of 4 plus people and is open to other bookings. Private tours are closed bookings and private tour cost is applicable. 18. All customers must be able to swim 50m unassisted for water-based activities. Cancellations: 1. Over 7 days prior to experience there is no charge 2. 48hr up to 7 days prior to tour: 50% tour charge applies 3. Within 48hrs of experience date, no show and late arrivals: forfeiture 100% of tour cost 2 Tours will run in all weather conditions and will not be canceled for bad weather if safe to do so. 3. The supplier reserves the right to cancel a tour due to minimum passenger numbers. 4. The supplier reserves the right to change, cancel or amend tours and vehicles. 6. No show on the day no refund. Late arrivals will miss the tour and not able to rebook another date on the same voucher. It is your obligation to arrive on time and allow time to arrive at the selected location. 7. Gift certificates can not be refunded. Rescheduling; 1. Over 1 week prior to the experience date: $30 fee applies 2. 48 hours to 1 week prior to the experience date: A fee of 50% of the tour cost applies 3. Within 48 hours of the experience date, No Shows, and Late Arrivals: Forfeiture of 100% of tour cost applies