🌊Hire a kayak or a SUP

Take to the seas for a unique perspective of this iconic coastal landscape. 

We provide a range of quality single or double sit-on-top kayaks, which are both durable and easy to use. Go on a solo adventure, or share the love on a double! This is a fun activity for couples, families, or groups of friends.

Our kayaks offer everyone, from beginners to advanced paddlers, a fun way to get on the water to explore, escape, and connect from Shoal Bay to Nelson Bay and beyond. Book your kayak hire and enjoy the best of the coast today!

Book here: Kayak hire

What to Bring & Wear

Bring – Drinking water, sun protection, watch and camera. Water resistant dry bags can be provided.
Wear – Swimwear or suitable clothing for paddling comfort. Remember, you are going to get wet.

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Shoal Bay is a crystal clear slice of heaven with a diverse mix of sea grass bed and sandy bottom, which is home to a large array of marine life. And the resident dolphins are sure to provide true ‘wow factor’ when they drop in to feed.
Our fully transparent 2 person kayaks will provide the ultimate perspective of this beautifully immense bay, and will feel as if your gliding across the waters surface.

Our clear kayaks offer everyone, from beginners to advanced paddlers, a fun way to get on the water to explore, escape, and connect in Shoal Bay. Book your kayak hire and enjoy the best of the coast today!

Book here: Transparent Kayak hire

What to Bring & Wear

Bring – Drinking water, sun protection, watch and camera. Water resistant dry bags can be provided.
Wear – Swimwear or suitable clothing for paddling comfort. Remember, you are going to get wet.

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Hire a paddle board and enjoy a day of fun and just a little fitness whilst paddle boarding the pristine waters of Shoal Bay.

Feel the freedom of standing and hovering upon idyllic bays and crystal blue water. Stand-up paddling is easier than it looks, and an introduction to standing and paddling techniques can be provided to beginners.

Share with friends, family, and pets, and feel the invigoration of the salty sea on your skin and soft coastal breezes in your face.

Book here: Paddle Board Hire

 What to Bring & Wear

Bring – Drinking water, sun protection, watch and camera. Water-resistant dry bags can be provided.
Wear – Swimwear or suitable clothing for paddling comfort. Remember, you are going to get wet.

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What is a catamaran-style paddle board, you ask? Well, these high-performance stand-up paddle boards are the most versatile available. They’re perfect for adventurers who really want to experience our beautiful bays in their true essence, multiple paddlers, those who have injuries that may prevent them from using conventional SUP Boards, or anyone seeking out an ultimate fishing platform.

These boards are the most stable, produced with extraordinary glide and speed. The maximum capacity is an average of two to three people.

Our hire location is situated on the shores of Shoal Bay, Port Stephens, near Newcastle. Our location provides perfect paddling conditions for all experience levels within safe sheltered waters, and it’s not unusual to have the local dolphins swim by to visit.

Book here: Catamaran Style Paddle Board hire

Stand Up Paddling has just reached new levels with our new SUPER SIZED Stand Up Paddle Board addition. Our MotherShip SUP is sure to bring smiles to many faces.

Grab your kids or friends, and hit the water for super fun sharing that’s guaranteed to have you coming back for more on the water fun. Perfect laughs for larger groups of people, families, friends, school, corporate, and event groups.

All ages are welcome, but children ages 6 and under must ride with an adult.

Book here: Mothership SUP hire

What to Bring & Wear

Bring – Drinking water, sun protection, and camera. Water resistant dry bags can be provided.
Wear – Swimwear or suitable clothing for paddling comfort. Remember, you are going to get wet.

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Give the little guys a taste of on water fun and hire these stable little zippers. Our kids kayaks are really easy to use and offer a super stable platform, allowing your little one to develop on water confidence. Suits kids approx. 5 to 10. Must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Book here: Kids kayak hire

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The kids will be standing up in no time on our SUP boards specifically designed for the future water adventurer. Our kids boards are super buoyant and inflatable as to minimise any knocks on the head. These boards are a proven child pleaser and will have your little ones buzzing around the beach all day. An on beach instruction is provided with all our hire. Kids must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Book here: SUP board hire for kids

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Paddle Port Stephens has the solution. With gift cards from just $50, these make the perfect gift.

Buy a gift card here

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If there’s a way of winding down whilst getting exercise at the same time, then this is it! Enjoy time out amongst the colour and reflection that Port Stephens provides at the end of the day on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays (during Non- Daylight Savings Period only).

This tour is not available in summer but is the perfect choice in early spring or mid-autumn, when the winds are light and the air is crisp. Dolphins often join the party, and let us not forget the epic sunsets!

Refreshments provided!

Available during Non-Daylight Savings Period Only- Apr to Oct.

Please note the following important tour information:

• You can choose between Single or Double Kayaks upon booking, but children 14 yrs or under must be booked onto a double kayak unless approved otherwise by our Guide. Cushioned backrests are provided. Sit-in kayaks are NOT available.

• Swimming ability is essential for adults and preferred with children.

• Dolphins and other wildlife sightings happen often but are not guaranteed.

• Please consider that all tours are of moderate to long paddling distance and go quite a distance off the shoreline.

• All tours are subject to weather/sea conditions and availability.

• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Late arrival could result with missing the tour and no refund.

Location

Tours depart and return from Shoal Bay beach, opposite our shop location.

Book here: Sunset Kayak Tour

What to Bring & Wear

Bring – Drinking water, sun protection and camera. Water-resistant dry bags can be provided.
Wear – Swimwear or suitable clothing for paddling comfort. No jeans or streetwear please. Remember, you are going to get wet.

Book here: Sunset Kayak Tour

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Join us on Sunday mornings (Daylight Savings Period only) where you’ll journey beyond the boundaries, whilst experiencing our local Marine Park through the perspective of the adventurous. This 2.5hr  experience will provide an ultimate outlook on the Port Stephens ecosystem, and may include some close contact with natural awesomeness. Our knowledgeable Guide will lead you on a path that meanders coves and coastlines, as well as those little pockets where sea turtles sometimes glide, birds of prey commonly perch, and where resident dolphins are known to feed.

Our tours are an eco-based adventure as a priority, using kayaks as a means to experience the natural highlights of Port Stephens in a way that does not disrupt the local ecosystem. We only allow a maximum of 8 persons on our tours as we feel that small is better when it comes to safety and sustainability.

Our tours only run when we’re sure we can fulfill the promise of a comfortable, safe, and awe-inspiring experience, but please expect to paddle for a long distance and away from the shoreline.

If you’re an adventurous early riser who’s done a bit of long distance kayaking before, then this tour will be the one which will provide you with memorable rewards which are worth talking about.

Available during Daylight Savings Period only: Oct to Apr

Please note the following important tour information:

• You can choose between Single or Double Kayaks upon booking, but children 14 yrs or under must be booked onto a double kayak unless approved otherwise by our Guide. Cushioned backrests are provided. Sit-in kayaks are NOT available.

• Swimming ability is essential for adults and children.

• Some Kayaking experience, and a reasonable fitness level are essential to join this tour.

• Dolphins and other wildlife sightings happen often but are not guaranteed.

• Please consider that all tours are of moderate to long paddling distance and go quite a distance off the shoreline.

• All tours are subject to weather/sea conditions and availability.

• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Late arrival could result with missing the tour and no refund.

Location

Tours depart and return from Shoal Bay beach, opposite our shop location.

Book here: Discovery kayak tour

What to Bring & Wear

Bring – Drinking water, sun protection and camera. Water-resistant dry bags can be provided.
Wear – Swimwear or suitable clothing for paddling comfort. No jeans or streetwear please. Remember, you are going to get wet.

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Join us and have fun kayaking the idyllic waters of Shoal Bay!! This short 1 hr tour is designed for first time kayakers, or people who prefer to paddle with a guide. Its is a cross between a tour and a lesson which ensures a safe and secure entry or transition into the sport of kayaking. A mix of fun, thrill and adventure will get the better of you on this tour, and it will build a thirst for further kayaking adventures.

Our experienced Instructor will help you with kayak techniques and handy skills which will help build confidence and provide you with skills to help you progress further into kayaking. To add to this, your guide will lead you on a circuit of Shoal Bay which will offer a majestic on water perspective of this immense waterway, plus provide a chance to encounter local dolphins and other wildlife.

Unlike our other tours, swimming is not essential on this tour as we’ll plan our paddling route close within the bay but, adults will be requred to paddle a single kayak, as we feel this is the preferred way to learn paddling techniques before moving onto learning to sync with a partner in a double kayak. This being said, children ages 6 to 9 years must be assisted by a Parent/Guardian in a double kayak.

Book here: Mini Kayak Tour for beginners

Departure dates for this 1 hr tour are limited. Please check our booking calendar for availability.

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We can offer your group unique paddling experiences customized to suit your needs, schedule and budget. We hold the professional ability to motivate people by structuring events that combine fun with the natural environment. Contact us for a package or quote, whether it be for a stress breaker, adventure, a bonding session, some soft exercise, or a time-out for a team to share in recreational activities.

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If you’ve had fun on a SUP Board or Kayak a few times, and you’re taking up paddling as a regular sport or recreation, then joining lessons will enhance your knowledge and technique which in turn, will further improve your awareness, ability and confidence. Our highly experienced and qualified Instructor will provide you with unique, in depth and fun tuition thats highly supportive and fulfilling.

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