Kayaking & Stand Up Paddle-boarding
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Get away for the weekend on an active trip to Gippsland.
The region has ample options for freshwater and saltwater adventures of kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding.
South Gippsland
Enjoy a new perspective of the sleepy town of Inverloch, by paddling parallel to The Esplanade and all the way into Andersons Inlet. If you are after a challenge, take the board deeper into the inlet, offering you kilometres of water adventure ahead.
Central Gippsland
Gippsland Lakes is a popular destination for paddle boarding, with ample options for launch. Head to beachside areas to get up close and personal with the active local dolphin population.
At Lake Wellington the surrounds are bursting with wildlife and rich green scenery. Enter via Marlay Point boat ramp.
East Gippsland
For newbies wanting to try out the trendy sport for the first time, Lakes Entrance has gear hire shops and quiet spots, for example Cunninghame Arm has limited water traffic.
If you have plenty of time, wear your sun hat and venture inland via Mississippi Creek, you are able to pull up and eat lunch on the lush river banks.
The civic hub, Bairnsdale, is conveniently situated along the Mitchell River. From town, set out on a number of day trips along the arms of the river. As if designed for the intrepid kayaker, the river is dotted with calm pools, letting you catch your breath and then alternates with exciting grade 3 and 4 rapids.
For experienced adventurists, the Snowy River provides the opportunity to practice your kayak maneuvering skills especially as the temperature rises and the snow melts into the swollen river. Leave behind any other tourists and enter the river at McKillop Bridge and cruise by postcard-worthy spots including Little River Gorge, Campbells Knob and into Tulloch Ard Gorge.
