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Babinda Kayak Hire
Multiple Locations
Indicative Rate* $42.00 to $75.00 Tour Only
Description
Babinda Kayak Hire operates out of beautiful Babinda, which boasts the highest rainfall in Australia, is nestled in the valley between Queensland's two highest mountains; Mt Bartle Frere and Mt Bellenden Kerr, situated in World Heritage listed Wooroonooran National Park.
Permanently flowing mountain streams provide a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of Mother Nature's masterpiece; Take some friends, hire some kayaks and take in the experience at your own pace and in your own time. Stop for lunch on a secluded beach, go for a swim and a snorkel or just enjoy the scenery. Babinda Creek's pristine, crystal clear water is teaming with fish, turtles and the elusive Platypus.
... moreYou will enter the creek at the hire location, take your choice of half day or full day hire, then the creek is yours! When you arrive at the pick up point, clearly marked by over head bridges, you and the kayaks will be picked up and you'll be taken back to your car. Paddle time is approximately three and a half hours slow paddle. A map will be provided.
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Facilities
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Car park -
Checkin Desk -
Waiting Area
Activities
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Animal Watching -
Kayaking -
Snorkelling -
Swimming
Other Information
Children:
Children are catered for. Please contact the operator for details.
Pets Allowed:
Yes. Pets are allowed. Please contact the operator for details.
General Comments
Bring a hat, sunscreen, shoes which can get wet and some lunch for a nice little picnic on the way. Dry bags and mask/snorkel sets also available for hire. This is an easy day paddling with the creeks gentle current. If you are looking for white water adventure, this isn't it!
How To Get There
Stager Road is approximately three kilometres south of Babinda off the Bruce Highway. Drive along Stager Road about 3.3 kilometres and Babinda Kayak Hire is on the right.
Tariff Text
Full day hire should leave by 9.00 a.m. and all hires to conclude no later than 5.00 p.m.
Please note this is the starting from price.
Weather
Hire is not available during heavy rain or flooding.
Paddle Babinda Creek
Kayak down the gently flowing waters of Babinda Creek. A pristine, crystal clear mountain stream teaming with fish, turtles and the elusive platypus.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Return times are approximate.
Tour Departs From
- Babinda
Tour Travels To
- Babinda Creek
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $42.00 | $75.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Other Information
Children: Contact operator for further details.
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available costs of listed products and services. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.