Main Beach Tours

Suitably named, Byron Bay's Main Beach stretches along the front of the town and is the go-to destination for beach lounging, swimming or catching a wave. On a sunny day in Byron Bay, expect locals and visitors alike to be making the most at Main Beach – the town's closest beach outlet.
Main Beach is known for its beautiful surroundings, with views of the Julian Rocks, Cape Byron Light and grassy hills meeting the horizon line of white sandy beach and enticing water. Besides swimming and beach lounging, a popular activity is to snorkel out to the old shipwreck of the Tassie II just off-shore.
The reliable right and left-hand breaks at Main Beach make it a popular place for beginners to learn to surf. Several surf schools operate directly at Main Beach, but make sure to research this fact before making a booking. Surf schools must be authorized to operate at the beaches of Byron Bay or else they travel several minutes outside of the region for their lessons.
The Surf Club has called Main Beach home since 1906, and you can expect a patrolled beach during the summer month, but always remember to swim between the flags.
Main Beach is known for its beautiful surroundings, with views of the Julian Rocks, Cape Byron Light and grassy hills meeting the horizon line of white sandy beach and enticing water. Besides swimming and beach lounging, a popular activity is to snorkel out to the old shipwreck of the Tassie II just off-shore.
The reliable right and left-hand breaks at Main Beach make it a popular place for beginners to learn to surf. Several surf schools operate directly at Main Beach, but make sure to research this fact before making a booking. Surf schools must be authorized to operate at the beaches of Byron Bay or else they travel several minutes outside of the region for their lessons.
The Surf Club has called Main Beach home since 1906, and you can expect a patrolled beach during the summer month, but always remember to swim between the flags.
Address: Directly across from town, Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia
8 Tours and Activities to Experience Main Beach
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The Byron Bay Sea Kayak Tour
Paddle your way to Australia’s easternmost point on this 3-hour sea kayaking adventure from Byron Bay, including hotel pick-up. After learning to steer your tandem kayak, set out from Clarkes Beach and enjoy waterside views of landmarks like the Byron Bay lighthouse, the Julian Rocks, Wategos millionaire row and Cape Byron. Keep a look out for dolphins, sea turtles and whales as you cruise around the bay, then cool off with a swim before heading back to shore.
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Guides required to regularly wash hands

Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour
Kayak alongside a resident pod of bottlenose dolphins in beautiful Byron Bay! Led by expert guides, this sea kayak adventure takes you through the calm waters of Cape Byron Marine Park. Learn about the protected aquatic environment along the way, see Cape Byron lighthouse and refresh with a tea and Tim Tam biscuit break on the beach. All equipment is provided, and no kayaking experience is necessary.
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Grasshoppers Byron Bay - Nimbin Tour
If you’re looking for a unique tour with a sense of fun: look no further than this tour of Byron Bay and Nimbin. Kick back in a custom-build retro coach, with awesome beats to match the day. Your local, fun-loving guides care about giving you an original experience. Visit an incredible national park, waterfall, rainforest, and traditional Aussie pub. Stop at the historical village of Nimbin, visit a hemp museum and discover local stores. Try your hand at cooking a delicious BBQ lunch on this truly local experience.
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Afternoon session Brewery and Distillery tour in Byron Bay
Don't have all day? Enjoy your morning at the beach and join us in the afternoon for an awesome arvo session!
We kick things off at 2pm and will head to 2 local Breweries and a Distillery.
Learn about the process of how the beers and spirits are made. At each Brewery and Distillery, we will get to taste a large selection of their Beers and Spirits on offer. (Tasting paddles)
If you love what you're tasting feel free to grab a six-pack or Bottle for later in the night!
We visit any 3 of the following Breweries and distilleries we visit include:
Stone ‘N Wood
Byron Bay Brewery
Seven Mile Brewery
Lord Byron Distillery
Cape Byron Distillery
Wandana Brewery
*Changes daily due to venue opening days
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Private and Small-Group Surfing Lessons in Byron Bay
Learn to surf on Main Beach Byron Bay, one of Australia's best places to practice the art of surfing. Guided by a qualified instructor, in a small group of maximum 6 guests to one Instructor, learn how to 'hang ten' at a less-crowded location on Byron Bay's central Main Beach, where the waves are manageable and the water is calmer. The relaxed lessons are perfect for beginners or for surfers who want to take their skills to the next level. Gain insider tips about Byron Bay and its surf culture from your friendly local instructor.
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Byron Bay Holistic Wellness Program
I offer a holistic wellness experience that is a transformational for the mind, body and spirit that incorporates soul psychology in addition to yoga and meditation. This experience has the power to change your life, and help you break patterns you have been repeating for years. It can help you overcome suffering and embrace the vitality and passion of living life!
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Byron Surrounds: Nimbin Waterfall Adventure - Swimming Tour
Byron Bay isn’t just beaches and surf-spots; this full-day inland adventure is a great chance for visitors to the area to dig a bit deeper. Hike into the rainforest to the impressive Nimbin Waterfall. Walk behind the roaring waterfall and make the most of its picturesque swimming hole. Then head to Nimbin itself, a colorful ’hippie town’ with a charming counter-cultural vibe.
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Byron Bay Rainforest Fishing
Suitable for all levels of fishing and fitness, kayaking through the pristine rainforests of the Byron Bay Hinterland is simply magical.
Glide through the cool waters of the rainforest in your kayak following your private fishing guide as he leads the way. Fish for bass whilst observing the abundant wildlife such as platypus, king parrots, kingfishers and kookaburras.
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