Byron Bay Local Knowledge

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Activities

3 Day Surf Lesson Package - Byron Bay
You will master the art of surfing over our 3 day surf lesson course. We will start off with the basics before improving your surfing skills allowing you to ride better waves for longer.
5 Day Surf Lesson Package - Byron Bay
Learn to surf like a professional with our 5 day lesson package. We will start off with the basics before improving your surfing skills allowing you to ride better waves for longer.
5 Day Surf Trip Sydney to Byron Bay
The Search is a 5 day odyssey designed for absolute beginner surfers. Start with a 4 Day Surf Camp at our south coast camp and try your new surfing skills in the paradise of Byron Bay.
Byron Bay on a Harley with Lunch
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.
Competition glider over Byron Bay - 120 minutes
Come and experience a stunning flight over beautiful Byron Bay and surrounding areas. We recommend this flight for anyone wanting to experience the true fun of gliding. This flight is a once in a lifetime experience in a high tech competition glider.
Competition Glider over Byron Bay - 30 minutes
This is one of the best ways to see Byron from the air, and it is the perfect introduction to the sport of gliding! Being only 30 minutes from the Gold Coast this is a great way to see the surrounding areas and spectacular Byron Bay coastline.
Competition glider over Byron Bay - 60 minutes
Gliding over Byron Bay doesn't get much better than this! Take in the breathtaking views of Mt Chincogan, the Great Dividing Range and the volcanic caldera of Mt Warning, one of the largest extinct volcanoes in the Southern Hemisphere. There's even a chance to fly the glider yourself!
Introductory Diving - Byron Bay
Learn to dive on this five hour introductory course, and experience the underwater brilliance of Julian Rocks Marine Reserve, one of Australia's top ten dive sites. 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.
Introductory Surf Lessons in Byron Bay
Learn to surf with the most personalised surf school in Byron Bay! With our qualified staff, safe suitable equipment and a passion to show you a really REALLY fun time, you'll be guaranteed to have an awesome day. We'll show you the moves to get you started and of course - standing up on the board.
Port Stephens & Dolphin Watch Personal Tour for 2
Head north of Sydney to Port Stephens passing the Hawkesbury River & Central Coast. Take a trip back in time as we visit the local lighthouse museum, and cruise 2 hours into a paradise of crystal clear bays, dolphins, white beaches, and islands
Private Surf Lesson for 4
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.
Scuba Diving Tour - Byron Bay
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.
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.
Surfing Lesson in Byron Bay
Experience the thrill of riding a wave in beautiful Byron Bay. Our qualified instructors will teach you the fun basics of surf awareness, paddling, catching waves and best of all - the stand up technique!
Team Building Survivor Challenge
Team Building Survivor Challenge! A program loosely based on the hit TV show but designed specifically for your team your location and your budget.
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Must do/see

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.
02-66809134
Gliding past Lighthouse

Gliding Adventure Flights

Exciting way of checking out Byron from a different angle. Try the new high performance glider!
0266 847 627
Byron Lighthouse and Tallow Beach

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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Entertainment

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.
02 66 858 909
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What to do

Byron Weekend Markets

Byron Weekend Markets

Byron Weekend Markets

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
Horse Riding on the Beach

Horse Riding on the Beach

Horse Riding on the Beach
Kayaking with Dolphins

Kayaking with Dolphins

Kayaking with Dolphins
Sailboarding

Sailboarding

Sailboarding

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.
Something to work towards!

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!
02 6685 5650
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What to see

Beach Conditions

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

Old Growth Rainforest

Old Growth Rainforest
Whale watching

Whale watching

Whale watching
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Local history

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.
Amazing on your hair & skin

Sacred Lake

It is said that the Aboriginals once gave birth here