A spectacular day out just 20 minutes from Hobart.
Length
7 Hours (4 – 5hrs kayaking)
Price
Starting from $290 per person
Trip Style
Single day Expedition
Location
Storm Bay, South East region of Tasmania
When
8am every Sunday, November to April
Explore Hobart’s Diverse River And Coast
Join us for a full-day kayaking adventure just 20km south of Hobart. Paddle through Storm Bay at the mouth of the Derwent River — a favourite weekend escape for locals — and experience Tasmania’s coastline from a fresh and peaceful perspective.
This one-way paddle (direction based on wind) offers a relaxed, beginner-friendly journey suitable for paddlers 12 years and older (children must be accompanied by an adult).
A Full-Day Kayaking Adventure Through Storm Bay
Discover an incredible variety of landscapes and marine life:
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- Paddle beneath the striking, lichen-covered Alum Cliffs
- Glide past tranquil bays, sea caves, and secluded sandy beaches
- Enjoy stunning views of Bruny Island
- Keep an eye out for white-bellied sea eagles, stingrays, playful seals, and (with luck) dolphins or even a migrating whale
This stretch of coast, part of the Tinderbox Marine Reserve, is rich in both natural beauty and wildlife.
Enjoy Hobart's fresh produce
Midway through your paddle, relax on one of Tasmania’s pristine beaches and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch made from locally sourced Tasmanian produce.
It’s the perfect chance to recharge, take in the scenery, and soak up the peaceful surroundings.
No Experience Needed – Family-Friendly Fun!
Perfect for first-timers and experienced paddlers alike, our guided Hobart kayaking tour uses stable double sea kayaks and all safety equipment is provided. Our experienced local guides ensure everyone feels confident and comfortable on the water.
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- Suitable for ages 7 and up
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and will share a kayak with them or a guide
- Ideal for couples, families, and adventurous travellers
Book Your Hobart Harbour Adventure Today
Spots are limited and this popular tour often sells out—book now to secure your seat on Hobart’s most scenic and flavour-packed adventure.
COST
$295
ADULTS
DEPOSIT
$160
KIDS (12-16 YRS)
ALL TOURS ALSO AVAILABLE AS GIFT VOUCHERS.
Departure & Duration
Starting at 8am (November to April) from Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre, Cnr Elizabeth and Davey Streets, Hobart OR meet us at Taroona Beach, Taroona Crescent, Taroona (near the boat ramp) with approximately 7 hours of touring (with 4 to 5 hours of kayaking)
Ages
This is a full day paddle and you will need to be able to paddle at a relaxed pace for between four to five hours. On this tour we can cater for children over 12 years of age when accompanied by an adult.
Includes
Return transport from Hobart, lunch, refreshments, our passionate and experienced local guides, stable double sea kayaks, all kayaking equipment, warm all-weather protection gear.
To carry
Hat, sunglasses, water, comfortable quick-drying clothes suitable for the weather, shoes that can get wet (or we can supply you with a pair of wetsuit booties), change of clothes for the trip home and a face mask.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What gear do I need to bring?
– Hat
– Sunglasses
– Comfortable quick-drying clothes suitable for the weather
– Shoes that can get wet (or we can supply you with wet suit booties)
– Bottle of water
– Change of clothes for the trip home
We will provide you with a waterproof jacket, but sometimes water manages to get through even the best waterproof gear, so wear clothes that are quick-drying and suitable for the weather i.e. shorts and non-cotton shirt (no jeans). We also provide a fleece (if required) and wetsuit booties, or alternatively wear shoes that can get wet i.e. sandals or trainers.
We also recommend you bring sunglasses, hat, water bottle and a change of clothes for the trip home.
What does the trip package include?
We will provide lunch and refreshments, quality-padding equipment including spray jackets (if necessary), warm fleeces, wetsuit booties, dry bags for cameras and small personal items, transport from Hobart.
We also provide a full safety briefing and a basic kayaking lesson at the beginning of your tour.
Do I need to be an experienced kayaker?
While it is not necessary to be an experienced kayaker, it is recommended that you have done enough kayaking to be comfortable spending up to 2 hours at one time in a kayak. It is also important you are in reasonable shape and most of all have a sense of adventure.
How many people in the group?
By having group sizes of 4 to 10 with 2 guides
What are the guides like?
We are lucky to have a team of professional guides whom return each summer to share their passion for Tasmania. All our guides have sea kayaking qualifications with Paddle Australia or equivilant. You can expect highly skilled and knowledgeable guides that are also, of course, friendly, approachable and can make a great coffee!
What weather can I expect?
Tasmania is famous for its wild and changeable weather — it’s part of what makes paddling here such an adventure. Our guides are experienced at working with the conditions on the day. You can expect some swell, the possibility of sea breezes, and weather that may shift throughout the paddle.
Your guide will tailor the route to suit the forecast and make the most of the conditions on the day. If the weather is unsuitable for safety or enjoyment, we’ll cancel the tour and provide you with options to reschedule or refund.
What safety equipment do you provide?
All Roaring 40s Kayaking’s trip leaders hold sea kayaking and wilderness first aid qualifications. We carry an extensive first aid kit, satellite phone, location beacon, marine radio, flare kits and towing equipment in case of emergencies. We are proud to say that over the years Band-Aids have been the only safety items used.
Do you provide lunch and snacks?
Lunch, snacks and hot drinks are provided. We cater for most dietary requirements (nut allergies, vegetarians, vegans, lactose/gluten intolerant). If you have a dietary requirement, just let us know when you book.
What time do I need to be in Hobart?
We recommend you plan your arrival in Hobart the day prior, but at a minimum 2 hours prior to your tour departure (we can pick you up at Hobart Airport and transfer you to Cambridge Airport).
We highly recommend you do not arrange onward travel for at least 24 hours after our scheduled finish date and time. This is because access to this wilderness area is by light plane, which cannot operate in extreme weather or poor visibility. Roaring 40s Kayaking will not be responsible for any expenses incurred due to flight delays that are out of our control. We highly recommend that you purchase travel tickets that can be rebooked and obtain travel insurance to cover any expenses associated with such delays. In the eventuality of a departure delay we will endeavour to provide an additional day to your tour but this requires participants to have flexibility in their schedule.
Where do I meet up with my tour group?
Meeting Point:
If you are travelling with us from Hobart, we depart the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre , Cnr Elizabeth and Davey Streets, Hobart at 8am. Please be at the departure point by 7:50am.
If meeting us at Taroona Beach (Taroona Crescent, Taroona) please arrive by 8:15am. Taroona Beach will be the start or finish point of our Hobart’s Cliffs, Caves and Beaches tour and has free all day car parking.
Car Parking in Hobart City:
Full day car parking in Hobart is limited. For car parking options please refer to the Hobart City Council website [here]. Please ensure you allow additional time to walk to the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre.
What is your cancellation policy?
If you book directly with us, we offer the below flexible cancellation policy:
Full Refund available if cancelling 24 hour before the tour.
We reserve the right to charge 100% for cancellations within 24 hours of departure.
Please note that if you book through a third-party website or travel agent, they impose their own cancellation policies and restrictions and you will need to contact them direct.
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