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Cape Byron Kayaks
Cape Byron Kayaks
4.5
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Noora
Sydney, Australia6 contributions
Feb 2020
Our group had a great time during our tour kayaking around the bays and beaches of Byron Bay while spotting the local marine life. The tour guides were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable and shared some interesting facts about the marine life and Byron Bay itself. They were really understanding and helpful when my partner got sea sick and were able to take him back to the shore and made sure he was okay. We spotted sea turtles and heaps of dolphins putting on a show jumping out of the waves while we were only meters away from them. Overall such an incredible experience that I would definitely recommend, money well spent!
Written February 26, 2020
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capebyronkayaks
Hi Guys
Thanks for taking the time to write a review and sorry your partner wasn't well.
Thankfully you had a good show of the dolphins jumping around and in the waves near you.
Fingers crossed if you guys come again you will both be able to enjoy them.
CBK
Written February 26, 2020
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Mike B
Exmouth, UK49 contributions
Mar 2020
Fantastic experience to have. They guys were very helpful for us slighley older customer.
Kitted out in life jacket and helmet we headed to the beach dragging our two seater kayaks with us.
Launching in to the surf was exhilarating but we made it out to open water.
Your out for up to 3 hours and some physical activity is required, team work paddling is essential.
We did manage to capsize which is quite a shock when it happens. The safety guys were great and reacted quickly to get us back on the kayak. Thanks to all that helped.
We later tried to surf in to the beach but managed not to make it but capsized, thats when you realise why you have the helmets!!! The guys rescued us again.
Alround a really memorable morning.
Kitted out in life jacket and helmet we headed to the beach dragging our two seater kayaks with us.
Launching in to the surf was exhilarating but we made it out to open water.
Your out for up to 3 hours and some physical activity is required, team work paddling is essential.
We did manage to capsize which is quite a shock when it happens. The safety guys were great and reacted quickly to get us back on the kayak. Thanks to all that helped.
We later tried to surf in to the beach but managed not to make it but capsized, thats when you realise why you have the helmets!!! The guys rescued us again.
Alround a really memorable morning.
Written March 13, 2020
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capebyronkayaks
Hi Mike
Thank you for leaving us a review.
i will pass on your kind word to the guides, i know they are always appreciative.
Maybe next time you are out we will get you practicing surfing a bit more.
Glad you had a good time and hopefully see you guys again.
Safe travels back to Kernow.
CBK
Written March 14, 2020
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Caroline W
Perth and Kinross, UK7 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Possibly our best Byron experience yet! The guys were incredible, keeping group morale high and looking out for everyone. We were so lucky and saw lots of dolphins and a couple turtles too. Worth the early start to get out onto the water! Thank you for the experience and the tim-tams !!
Written February 25, 2020
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capebyronkayaks
Thank You for the Great Review
We are glad you enjoyed your time and got to see loads of our wildlife here in Byron.
Make sure you come back again, we always have enough Tim-Tams.
Written February 26, 2020
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MLHossell
Rotherham, UK31 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Fantastic tour, guides were professional and friendly and made sure everyone was safe at all times. We only saw dolphins in the distance but were lucky enough to see many whales pretty up close! Great value for money, would definitely recommend.
Written October 1, 2023
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Alice L
How good is whale season!!! Stoked you enjoyed your time on the water with us.
Written October 7, 2023
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OldTravelBag
London, UK9 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
I’ve never been sea or travel sick but I started hurling as soon as we got over the choppy waves, the guys were really great when I was feeling like a massive idiot, capsizing repeatedly whilst throwing up. Really supportive and understanding even though it must be tough for them to try and keep the kayaks upright, everyone in them, avoid the vomit and stay chipper. Best group of guys I could have asked for when I was pretty useless myself. If this is something you want to do; do it with them. And take some sickness tablets.
Written February 12, 2020
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capebyronkayaks
Hi and thank you for the 5 star review.
we are very grateful you took the time to write one and give such an amazing one as well, considering you were not feeling well through the trip.
it is unfortunate but people do get sea sick out with us sometimes.
hopefully we can get you back out on a better day in the future and all will be well.
i will pass on your kind words to our guides and hope to see you again.
Safe travels
CBK
Written February 12, 2020
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Alice
Dublin, Ireland1 contribution
Mar 2020 • Friends
Super fun day with Noah our tour guide. Lots of dolphins and sea turtles spotted and great info from the guys throughout the day! Lovely touch at the end with the tim tams and teas/coffees. Would definitely recommend and go again :)
Written March 3, 2020
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capebyronkayaks
Hi Alice
Thanks for the review, we are glad Noah and the gang made the tour lots of fun.
Plus our marine life were everywhere as well.
Tim-Tams are always a favorite, would be great to see you out on the tour again someday.
Safe Travels
CBK
Written March 5, 2020
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Anja K
Hamburg, Germany1 contribution
Aug 2014 • Family
Sorry, I cannot recommend these guys. Was in a boat with one of the guides. Coming back to the shore, he advised me to hand him over my sunglasses, he would stow them away safely. Instead he just plugged them in his swimmers pocket, which I couldn't see sitting in front of him. We landed dry and safe on the beach one minute later, but when I asked him to give me back my glasses, he'd already forgotten about them and had lost them when jumping off the boat. They were prescription glasses and cost more than 150 bucks. He promised to give me some money, but next day they stated it was solely my own risk - nothing - the owner did not even bother to phone me back. This is bad style and absolutely not ozzi like. To have a safe trip better take the other kayak business in town.
Anja Germany
Anja Germany
Written August 23, 2014
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capebyronkayaks
Hi Anja,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review.
I am sorry to hear about your glasses being lost on the tour and that your experience was not 100% positive.
I would just like to make it clear that our customers' safety is first and foremost with our company and it is something we very much pride ourselves on. Our guide attempted to help you with your glasses, concerned they would be lost, he was just trying to do the right thing. Unfortunately he was unsuccessful as kayaking waves into shore can sometimes be a bumpy ride. We do ask before the tour begins that all precious personal belongings etc are not taken as there is a chance that they will be lost. Even our experienced guides can lose items unexpectedly and suddenly as waves crash.
Once again I express my apologies for this misfortune and am happy to personally discuss with you further if you wish at alice@capebyronkayaks.com
Kind regards
Alice
Written September 1, 2014
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Odedsaidon
6 contributions
When we booked the tour, they said "dolphins or your money back". We didn't see one dolphin but then when we returned to shore they told us that we can always come back and get another free tour.
We live 24 hours flight from Byron bay, a free tour won't help us. A free tour is NOT getting our money back or giving us a guarantee. They lied to us!!
Another important issue, they told us that it is an easy activity, but the waves were very strong and it took everyone almost an hour to get out of the beach and afterwards half of the group got sea sick and returned to the beach before the tour ended.
Honesty is above all for me!
We live 24 hours flight from Byron bay, a free tour won't help us. A free tour is NOT getting our money back or giving us a guarantee. They lied to us!!
Another important issue, they told us that it is an easy activity, but the waves were very strong and it took everyone almost an hour to get out of the beach and afterwards half of the group got sea sick and returned to the beach before the tour ended.
Honesty is above all for me!
Written February 11, 2019
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capebyronkayaks
Hey Oded
Sorry you didn't enjoy the tour with us. Our policy has always been if you don't see dolphins you get to come again for free until you see them.
Our Dolphin Guarantee has no time limit which means it never expires!
We are not sure how you were given the wrong information as all our staff have known our policy since its' inception in 2004. However, you are more than welcome to come back on a tour with us in the future if you are back in Byron. Even if it's in 10 years!
Thanks
Cape Byron Kayaks
Written February 11, 2019
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Lisa T
3 contributions
We went early January with our two children: 7 & 10 years old. Standing at the beach I noticed that the surf was big , but according to the guides it was nothing to worry about “we take kids all the time”. After watching several of the other participants, falling out and being washed away while trying to get through the huge wave breaks I suggested to the guides that perhaps the children should be paired up with one of them to be on the safe side, and they accepted.
It took a good 45 minutes just to get everyone out, through the wave breaks (we had to be taken one by one). Once out there we thought everything would be ok. But the swell was still huge and it didn’t take long until my son got really sea sick and vomited all over himself and the kayak until he didn’t have anything left. My daughter, who ended up in the “rescue kayak” picking up participants who were knocked over, was terrified and begged me to get her into shore, but we were not allowed. Not until a bunch of other participants explained that they were also feeling sick the guide decided to take us in. The final “surf” back to the beach again knocked 95 percent of the kayaks over. One lady got hit in the face.
I do understand that we did sign waiver forms. And I do understand that nature is nature and you can’t really influence the weather as an organiser, but with such long experience (the manager told me they have been operation since 1995) I would have expected and very much appreciated a discussion about the conditions before going out - with two young kids! When I gave this feedback to the manager she just said “Some people get seasick, some don’t. I saw your kids when then came in and they looked fine”. Well, they were not. They were terrified.
Unfortunately I think it will take a long long time before my children will go near a kayak again.
Also, did not see one single dolphin...
It took a good 45 minutes just to get everyone out, through the wave breaks (we had to be taken one by one). Once out there we thought everything would be ok. But the swell was still huge and it didn’t take long until my son got really sea sick and vomited all over himself and the kayak until he didn’t have anything left. My daughter, who ended up in the “rescue kayak” picking up participants who were knocked over, was terrified and begged me to get her into shore, but we were not allowed. Not until a bunch of other participants explained that they were also feeling sick the guide decided to take us in. The final “surf” back to the beach again knocked 95 percent of the kayaks over. One lady got hit in the face.
I do understand that we did sign waiver forms. And I do understand that nature is nature and you can’t really influence the weather as an organiser, but with such long experience (the manager told me they have been operation since 1995) I would have expected and very much appreciated a discussion about the conditions before going out - with two young kids! When I gave this feedback to the manager she just said “Some people get seasick, some don’t. I saw your kids when then came in and they looked fine”. Well, they were not. They were terrified.
Unfortunately I think it will take a long long time before my children will go near a kayak again.
Also, did not see one single dolphin...
Written January 11, 2019
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Samantha Z
11 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
We went on the dolphin kayak tour early in our two week vacation and had a great time despite not seeing any dolphins, no worries. The staff told us about their guarantee and helped us book another day to come back out. Second trip same as the first - great time but no dolphins but again, we had were fine with that. Well the staff told us to come back again, that they're true to their guarantee that if you don't see a dolphin on your trip, to come back again. We had time to do a third trip but alas, the dolphins were not cooperating, but still we had a great time. Blackie - the kids and I enjoyed your antics, you clearly have a love of live and the ocean. Luke - you're an amazing tour guide, we learned so much about the history of the area, thank you for sharing that knowledge with us.
Written June 25, 2018
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capebyronkayaks
Hi Samantha it is lovely to hear from you and thank you for taking the time to review us! I will make sure and pass on your kind words to the guides it will most definitely make their day. I am so glad you enjoyed your time with us, it is such a shame that we didn't get the dolphins for you they must have been hiding : ( Please come visit us again next time you are in Australia and safe travels : )
Written July 31, 2018
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Glock81
Cohuna, Australia32 contributions
Am I able to get gift vouchers from you?
capebyronkayaks
Byron Bay
Yes for sure! You can call on 02 6680 9555 with a credit card and I can then either email or post you some vouchers! Alternatively you can go to our website which will give you the detailsfor a direct deposit and then I can email or post.
Cheers
Alice
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