Top Byron Bay Extreme Sports

Lose yourself in the mesmerizing landscapes of the Nightcap National Park on this half-day tour from Byron Bay. Hike through the UNESCO-listed rainforest, then cool off with a swim beneath the beautiful Minyon Falls. After refueling with a hearty BBQ lunch, get a taste of local life in the Byron Bay Hinterlands as you stop by towns and villages, including the legendary market town of Bangalow.

Visit three different habitats (a eucalypt forest, rainforest, and grassland) to observe Australian wildlife in its natural habitat. Spot koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, flying foxes, birds, and more with the help of a guide. Depending on conditions, you may also see other mammals such as pademelons. Plus, the tour Includes a locally sourced picnic in the rainforest.

Explore Byron Bay by land and by sea on this action-packed full-day tour. Start your adventure hiking through the UNESCO-listed Nightcap National Park, exploring the lush rainforest trails and cooling off with a swim by the Minyon Falls. After tucking into a BBQ lunch by the waterside, return to Byron Bay for a kayaking tour along the coast. Paddle your way around the bay; spot dolphins, sea turtles and humpback whales (depending on the season); and enjoy free time for swimming and snorkeling.

Spotting platypus, those charismatic native Australian mammals, can be tricky if you don't know where to look. Skip the guesswork on this guided tour from Byron Bay. Arriving just after dawn—the ideal time to see them—head for an area known for platypus and perhaps also spot a koala and lots of birds. After your walk, enjoy a locally sourced picnic breakfast. If you don't see a platypus, you can take a repeat tour at no additional cost.

Soak up the scenery of the Byron Bay Hinterlands, then hit the beach for a surf lesson on this full-day tour. Set out on a scenic rainforest hike through the Nightcap National Park, then cool off with a dip beneath the Minyon Falls. After refueling with a hearty BBQ lunch by the waterfront, return to Byron Bay for a 2-hour surf lesson. Master the basics or hone your technique under the guidance of an expert instructor, then take to the water to put your newfound skills into action.

Journey to the easternmost point of Australia on this 3-hour tour from Byron Bay. Explore the handicrafts shops, cafés and markets of lively Bangalow, then continue along the cape to visit the landmark Cape Byron Lighthouse. Enjoy magnificent panoramic views from the lighthouse’s viewing deck and look out for humpback whales along the coast (May-October only).

This tour easily fits into your vacation schedule: choose between a short 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) hike and a longer 5-mile (8-kilometer) hike to Minyon Falls. The first hike takes you through the rainforest valley to Minyon Falls, while the longer hike takes you through the rainforest to see Minyon Falls and another waterfall. Your park ranger guide helps you spot wildlife along the way.

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Immerse yourself in the real Australia and take part in the true blue tradition that is the Aussie Surf Check! The art of scouring the local breaks in a Troop carrier and picking out the best spot of the day is a right of passage for most surfers and can often be as much fun as the water session itself! With 1 - 6 spaces available, you can go on a solo mission and take advantage of the one on one instruction, or bring the posse along for an amazing day out hunting and scoring the waves together, going to epic lookouts along the coast and checking out the Byron Hinterland on the drive home.

Nocturnal animals are fascinating to watch, but, as they appear under the cover of darkness, they can be tricky to spot. Vastly increase your chances on this night vision guided walk from Byron Bay. By wearing night vision goggles, you can explore the rainforest at night and easily find such nocturnal animals as possum, pademelon, bandicoot and tawny frogmouth in their natural habitat. After your walk, ensure a warming cup of hot chocolate under the starry night sky.