Basin Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) Safari
Tour Highlights:
- Interpretative Eco paddle board tour in protected calm waters
- Small group tour
- Search for local fish species in the clear waters while you paddle
- View local birds species flying overhead
- Search for Australia local wildlife including Wallabies, Sea Eagles, Kookaburras, Goannas, Lyre Birds plus more
- Learn how to paddle while your guide provides you helpful tips to improve your paddling stroke and how to control your board
- Explore and discuss the natural environment of Sydney
- Discover the Aboriginal culture and colonial heritage of the location
- Great fitness and core workout (depends how hard you paddle)
What to bring:
- Swimming gear
- Towel
- Hat
- Re-fillable drink bottle
- Walking shoes
- Polarised sunglasses (with strap) to see through the water while paddling
How to get there:
There is no public car access to the Basin campground in the protected Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. You can come across the water or walk. Please read information below. Email or call if you need any help.
From Palm Beach: Catch the breathtaking ferry across Pittwater to the Basin campground, West Head with Fantasea Palm Beach Ferry service or Palm Beach Water Taxi from Palm Beach Wharf to the Basin Campground. Please click on Ferry timetable link to view departure time. The ferry ride from Palm Beach to the Basin take 20mins. Please note Opal cards do not work on the Palm Beach- Basin ferry service.
By Bus from Sydney: The 1.5 hour public L90 bus ride from Wynyard, Sydney city will drop you off directly at the Palm beach Wharf. Opal card have a Sunday reduce rate for cheap travel.
Driving to Palm Beach or West Head: If you are driving to Palm Beach there is free parking available on the street. Always check street signs. You can also drive to West Head via West Head road and park at the top of the Basin Trail and walk in to the Basin campground on a 2.75 km hike with a steep descent. Please always check NPWS website for updates and important information before entering the Park.
The journey is part of the experience so embrace the adventure which ever way you decide to come to the Basin.
- Tour inclusions
- Friendly experienced and informative local guide
- 1 hour Stand Up Paddle Safari + 30 min self guided (total 90 minute experience)
- Safety brief
- All equipment included
- Photos package available
- *Please note EcoTreasures Paddle Safari ticket does not cover travel cost or NPWS entry fee to get to the Basin campground. Detailed information is listed below in extra information section on how to get there. Photo packages availbale $45 and go pro hire $30
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Your fun and experienced local paddle boarding guide will help you learn the basics of Stand Up Paddle boarding in a safe and fun environment. If you have some paddle boarding experience we can show you new skills and tips to improve you paddle techniques, turning and board control. Once you have found your feet then we will search for local wildlife including the famous local White Bellied Sea Eagle Population, stingrays and much more. Group Tour Pricing: Adult $50.00, Child (8-14yrs) $45.00 (min 4 people, max 8) Meeting location: The Basin Campground Duration: 90 Minutes SUP Safari Private Tour Cost: Adult $95pp, Child $79pp
