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Activities in Byron Bay


  • thumbnail of Byron Bay Mountain Bike Rainforest Adventure Tour
    Full-day guided tour designed for all levels of riders. Ride through lush, subtropical rainforests of the World Heritage listed Nightcap National Park. Start your ride by viewing beautiful Minyon Falls before commencing your two-wheel adventure listening to the sounds of parrots and kookaburras.
     
  • thumbnail of 3 hour Byron Bay Scuba Diving Tour
    Join our scuba tour and let us show you Julian Rocks Marine Reserve, one of Australia's most spectacular dive sites. We cater for all levels of experience.
     
  • thumbnail of Sea Turtle Snorkelling Tour - Byron Bay
    If diving's not your thing then join one of our daily snorkelling trips to Julian Rocks. You will be amazed by the sea turtles, and the diversity and colour found in the reserve's clear shallow waters.
     
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    Experience the underwater brilliance of Julian Rocks Marine Reserve, Here you will swim with tropical species such as turtles and manta rays, as well as many interesting southern ocean animals including friendly blue gropers and wobbegongs.
     
  • thumbnail of 3.5 Hour Surfing Course - Beginner
    Learn to Surf on the Famous Waves on Byron Bay's beach. Local Born & Bred, Fully Qualified Surfing Instructors. In the water for 100% making sure you are surfing great & staying safe. everything is provided by Style. Small groups. Uncrowded waves. Stand up and surf with Style made easy. Happy Days.
     
  • thumbnail of Tandem Hang Gliding in Byron Bay
    Experience a tandem hang gliding flight with one of our experienced instructor over beautiful Byron Bay. Soar over the stunning beaches of Byron and keep an eye out for dolphins, turtles and white breasted sea eagles. You may even see a humpback whale or two!
     
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    By Harley you can spot a whale and see dolphins in the natural scenic coastline. On arrival, you will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local cafe. Travel back through banana plantations, and sugar cane fields.
     
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    Experience a 30 minute tandem hang glide over Cape Byron. You will fly with an accredited instructor who will teach you how a hang glider flies. Soar above the cliffs and beaches with eagles and see dolphins and whales in the surf below. For half an hour you will be a bird!
     
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    Team Building Survivor Challenge! A program loosely based on the hit TV show but designed specifically for your team your location and your budget.
     
  • thumbnail of Private Surf Lesson for 3
    A private surf lesson for 3 people with your own qualified instructor. This is an intensive session designed to teach you the easiest and safest techniques for stand up surfing. Your party of 3 will ride long waves of at least 40 metres. Free use of surfboards and wetsuits is included.
     
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    A private surf lesson for 2 people with your own qualified instructor. This is an intensive session designed to teach you the easiest and safest techniques for stand up surfing. You and a friend will ride long waves of at least 40 metres. Free use of surfboards and wetsuits is included.
     
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    Discover the ease and joy of surfing as we teach you the safest and most successful techniques for riding a wave for the first time. Your expert instructor will have your party of 4 surfing waves all the way to the beach before the end of your private 3 hour lesson. All equipment is included.
     
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    Learn to surf with with your own qualified surfing instructor. This is an intensive session designed to teach you the easiest and safest techniques for stand up surfing. You will ride long waves of at least 40 metres. All equipment is included.
     
  • thumbnail of Byron Bay Day Tour
    Head from Brisbane to the world famous surfing town of Byron Bay! You will have five hours to soak up the atmosphere of this alternative town. Explore local shops, cafes, walk the beaches, take a spa treatment or even take a dip in the beaches of Byron.
     
  • thumbnail of Hot Air Ballooning With Breakfast Byron Bay
    Join us for one of the most spectacular hot air ballooning rides over the Byron Bay hinterland and be among the first in Australia to witness the sunrise over Australia's most easterly point! The views over the rolling hills, to the mountains and the sea are simply spectacular!
     
  • thumbnail of Byron Bay Plus Hinterland & Lighthouse Tour
    Head from Brisbane to Byron Bay for gorgeous beaches, dramatic headlands and a richly deserved reputation as Australia's laid back lifestyle capital. Visit the Cape Byron Lighthouse. Explore the lush Hinterland with photo stops, great commentary and a visit to Historic Bangalow Village.
     
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    This is the flight for those who just want to see Byron Bay and surrounds. It's a lovely scenic coastal flight to Cape Byron along Main Beach and around the lighthouse. Enjoy the view of Byron Bay and Tallow Beach whilst looking out for whales and dolphins along the way.
     
  • thumbnail of Byron's Beaches and Headlands Flight
    This is the best way to see Byron Bay and surroundings from the air. first we will fly over Bangalow than we will turn to the coastline and Seven Mile Beach. Then we fly along Broken Head National Reserve, Tallow Beach, Cape Byron, the famous lighthouse and Main Beach for landing at Tyagarah.
     
  • thumbnail of Microlight Scenic Flight Byron Bay
    This flight will take you all the way to Mount Warning visible from Byron Bay. We will climb to over 5000 feet to have an elevated view one of the largest calderas in the world. Views of the Great Dividing Range and the Gold Coast are spectacular. On the way back we will fly over the beaches.
     
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    Whale watching flights are 30 to 35 minutes long. They are available between June and mid November during the Humpback whale migration from their summer feeding grounds in Antarctica towards their north winter breeding grounds in the tropical waters of the Southern Hemisphere.
     
  • thumbnail of Byron Microlite Air Experience
    Being airborne in a two-seater microlight is the nearest thing to what the essence of flying might be. A microlight cruises at about 110 km/h, at relatively low altitudes and in an open cockpit you're almost completely exposed to the elements where the view from the cockpit is unbelievable.
     
  • thumbnail of 3.5 Hour Intermediate Surfing Lesson.
    So you do not want another Beginner Surfing Lesson. But you have only surfed up to 20 to 30 hours. These lessons provide you with the time saving advantage of getting out into the waves & straight into the Best Instruction methods in Byron Bay. Learn with local born & bred, fully qualified Coaches
     
  • thumbnail of Ripple Couples Massage - Half hour each
    Perfect for couples wanting to relax. Half hour back neck and shoulders massage where the therapist comes to you in your home or accommodation. Aromatherapy oils are used to give you that complete day spa experience.
     
  • thumbnail of Relaxation Massage
    All our massage therapists have a minimum of 10 years experience. We use techniques including long strokes, gentle kneading and rolling of skin and muscle. Your Relaxation Massage is aimed at relieving stress and tension in muscles to leave you oozing with a sense of well-being! 1 hour session
     
  • thumbnail of Reflexology Massage
    Based on the principle that particular areas in the feet, hands and ears relate to the internal organs and other structures of the body. A therapeutic method of relieving pain stimulating predefined pressure points. Renowned for its ability to reduce stress, harmonize the body, increase immunity.
     
  • thumbnail of 1 Hour Reiki Treatment
    Reiki is believed to have been developed in Japan by a Tendai Buddhist monk at the beginning of the 20 century. It is a non-invasive, gentle yet powerful energy that practitioners access to help enhance the person's natural healing ability, well-being and increase the energy flow. 1 hour session
     
  • thumbnail of Tarot Reading
    Our psychic readers offer clear guidance and understandings to help move effectively through periods of transition or confusion. Renowned for their gifted intuition, compassion and discretion they assist in anticipating and making wise choices. 1 hour session.
     
  • thumbnail of 1 Hour Naturopathy consultation
    We specialize in - Allergy testing, - Weight Loss - Detoxification - Infertility - Chronic fatigue - Digestive problems - Children's health - Various aches and sicknesses 1 hour session
     
  • thumbnail of 1 Hour Deep Tissue Massage
    Deep Tissue massage in Byron Bay Our Deep Tissue massage is offered by highly experienced therapists who focus on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue.
     
  • thumbnail of An afternoon in trendy Byron Bay & Northern NSW
    Stand on the eastern most edge of the Australian continent at lifestyle capital, Byron Bay. From the cliff top Cape Byron Lighthouse to trendy shops and eateries, this is a unique town offering magnificent beaches and an international party flavor, plenty of sunshine, beaches and live music.
     
  • thumbnail of Open water course - Byron Bay
    Experience the underwater brilliance of Julian Rocks Marine Reserve, Here you will swim with tropical species such as turtles and manta rays, as well as many interesting southern ocean animals including friendly blue gropers and wobbegongs.All this is only a five-minute boat ride from Byron Bay.
     
  • thumbnail of Introduction to Freediving
    Take the first step in your freediving experience with the Introduction to Freediving course. This course will teach you the basics of freediving, how to glide effortlessly beneath the ocean on a single breath and have the most fun you have ever had in the water.
     
  • thumbnail of 2 Hour-Hemp Eco Farm Tour Byron Bay
    Join us for a fun-packed short tour of a working industrial hemp farm! Every Sunday! The world's first Government approved public hemp farm where you can see or learn about growing hemp, processing and most importantly making chocolate or ice-cream!
     
  • thumbnail of Full Day-DIY - Hemp Skin Care Products-Byron Bay
    Learn how to make skin care products based on hemp oil through demos including making your own to take home! Location: Byron Bay's Hemp Farm, Lotus Tea Rooms and Sustainability Centre Next workshop: 9th February. Other dates available on request (or special groups of 6+)
     
  • thumbnail of Full Day-Healthy Eating Food Preparation-Byron Bay
    Learn how to prepare healthy raw foods including raw chocolate, raw ice-cream, savoury snacks, crunchy foods, 5 minute meals and more!
     
  • thumbnail of 5 Day Byron Bay to Sydney Learn to Surf Adventure
    The ULTIMATE way to travel from Byron Bay to Sydney! Enjoy 5 days and 4 nights learning to surf , meeting new friends, and exploring the pristine beaches from Byron to Sydney. This all inclusive tour provides surf lessons , surf equipment, all meals, transport, cabin and camping accommodation.
     
  • thumbnail of 7 Day Sydney To Byron Return Learn To Surf Trip
    The ULTIMATE surf adventure around the NSW North Coast!
     

Tourist Attractions in Byron Bay


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    Dive and Snorkel Julian Rocks

    This is a must for anyone who loves marine life - turtles, rays, moray eels, lion fish - Julian Rocks is part of Cape Byron Marine Park and is regarded as one of Australia's top 10 dive sites.

    Homepage

    02-66809134

     
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    Whale Watching

    A walk from Wategoes Beach up to the lighthouse is a must at any time of the year. In July and October migratory humpback whales are a common sight
     
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    Gliding Adventure Flights

    Exciting way of checking out Byron from a different angle. Try the new high performance glider!

    Homepage

    0266 847 627

     

Entertainment in Byron Bay


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    Byron Images

    A fantastic little photographic gallery located in the heart of town (cnr of Jonson and Lawson st, at the roundabout, under the Balcony restaurant). The photographer, John D'Errey has lived in Byron almost all his life and knows the moods of the Bay. He's just released a film about Byron, a magnificent journey looking at Byron through the eyes of dolphins.

    Homepage

    02 66 858 909

     

Things To Do in Byron Bay


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    Sailboarding

    Sailboarding
     
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    Kayaking with Dolphins

    Kayaking with Dolphins
     
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    Horse Riding on the Beach

    Horse Riding on the Beach
     
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    Byron Weekend Markets

    Byron Weekend Markets
     
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    Yoga Studios

    There are some fabulous yoga teachers in the Bay to help you unwind, de-stress and look after that body that we sometimes take for granted!

    Homepage

    02 6685 5650

     
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    Swim all year round

    The water temperature is above 22 degrees for most of the year. This means that even in July you can enjoy a day at the beach.
     
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    Calendar of Events in Byron Bay

    A detailed and up-to-date calendar of all things happening in and around Byron Bay is at http://www.planula.com.au/explore-byron-bay/byron-bay-events-calendar/

    0266809134

     

Sightseeing in Byron Bay


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    Whale watching

    Whale watching
     
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    Old Growth Rainforest

    Old Growth Rainforest
     
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    Beach Conditions

    Check out the Coastalwatch for the latest surf report and water termperature plus a live video from Byron's main beach
     

Local History in Byron Bay


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    Sacred Lake

    It is said that the Aboriginals once gave birth here
     
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    Arakwal National Park

    This beautiful coastal park is named in honor and respect to the Aboriginal custodians of Byron Bay, the Arakwal. Tallow View Bungalow is located on the very edge of this pristine heathland. Walk from the bungalow through the park to Tallow Beach, in the footsteps of those who first lived here.