Tours/Hobart/Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour
Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour
5.0(16)Hobart7 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(15)
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At a glance
Duration
7 hours
Price from
$228 / person
Location
Hobart, Australia
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 16 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Roaring 40s Kayaking
Meeting point
Please meet at the bus pickup area on Elizabeth Street, outside the Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre
Description
Discover why picturesque Storm Bay, at the mouth of Hobart’s Derwent River, is a favourite weekend playground of locals. Just 20km from the city and experience an astounding variety of scenery - tranquil bays, lichen-covered cliffs, sea caves, and idyllic sandy beaches.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Sun
Start times
8:00 AM
Season
Starts Dec 13
Next available
Sun, Dec 13
Adult (ages 16+)
$228
Child (ages 12–15)
$129
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 23.
Tour Options
Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour
What's included
Included
Local guide
Lunch, snacks and refreshments are provided. Please bring a reusable water bottle.
Stable double kayaks, paddles, life jackets, spray jackets, warm fleeces (if required) and wet suit booties
Not included
Hotel Pickups
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
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How it compares in Hobart
Rated higher than 92% of 99 reviewed tours in Hobart
Starting price $228 is 56% above the typical $146 for tours of similar length in Hobart
Price over the last 21 days: $226–$229
Excurgo comparison of 200 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour take?
Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour lasts about 7 hours.
How much does Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour cost?
Prices start at $228 per person for this Hobart experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Sundays, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour cost for children?
Children aged 12–15 pay from $129, adults from $228.
Can I cancel Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please meet at the bus pickup area on Elizabeth Street, outside the Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches Kayak Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Roaring 40s Kayaking.
Reviews(16)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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morresa1
November 3, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Glorious sea kayaking day
Wonderful sea kayaking trip! The knowledgeable guides Troy and Rowdy, helped made the trip both safe and fun. They provided all necessary gear and the kayaks were comfortable and stable. We saw eagles and lots of other birds. Plus we encountered Australian Fur Seals. The cliffs were lovely and the caves spectacular. I wish I could give it more stars,
Operator response
Thank you for your review! It was a spectacular day out on the water with you. How lucky are we to catch a fur seal too.
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JaneBloggsTravel
December 14, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great day kayaking south from Hobart
Roaring 40s has been operating for years in Tasmania and their experience shows.
The tour normally runs from south to north along the coast but the day we did it the weather meant a north to south run. The trip was easy to book and the company responded to emails when we confirmed that we’d join them at the put-in place at Taroona Beach rather than central Hobart. Alison, the guide was great and adapted the trip, checking in with us, as we headed south in some fairly high seas for commercial kayaking which flattened as the wind veered to the south. Her care and attention really helped.
The tour took us to places that are otherwise hard to access with some impressive cliffs and caves as we headed south. After the tour finished we headed south by road to investigate some of the places that Alison had pointed out. And the supplied lunch was hearty and tasty.
We’d definitely use Roaring 40s again and look forward to doing another trip with them on our next trip to Tasmania.
Operator response
Fantastic to hear that! Our guides are highly trained to deal with those dynamic conditions and we are so happy you had an amazing day. Thank you
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Ange03
April 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful day
Had a wonderful day exploring the coastline south of Hobart - everything was well organised, and Damo was the perfect guide! Totally recommend!
Operator response
Damo would love to hear that! He puts alot of effort into ensuring the best day out! Thank you.
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505bengp
April 1, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Magical and highly recommended
Fantastic and a memorable kayaking day. Damian our guide is friendly and Knowledgeable as he guides us through and also gave us tips on how to paddle better and took us between cliffs to do a 180degree turn
Within five minutes of launching, a few dolphins were swimming around us ..
The cliffs are magical
Thank you for an awesome day
Very grateful
Operator response
That sounds like an amazing day! Thank you for reviewing us!
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zachsF199HW
December 4, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Great Tour!
My wife and I took the tour with Damo and Francie Dec 2023. It was an amazing time getting to see the coast from a unique perspective. Our guides were amazing and gave us a good time. Definitely recommend you give this tour a try.
Operator response
Thank you!
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toninash93
January 30, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Awesome River Derwent kayak trip
A great day out kayaking the beautiful waterway of the River Derwent with the Roaring 40's team.
The guides are friendly, professional and ensure that everyone in the group is well prepared, safe and well fed. This is a highly recommended day trip to experience the beautiful cliffs, caves and beaches from Tinderbox to Taroona.
Operator response
We love this paddle, so much to see and a great way to see it! Glad you had a great day!
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Murray_C
November 25, 2022 · via Viator
We had the most amazing...
We had the most amazing day on the water with Roaring 40's Kayaking. Our Guide was fantastic, scenery was beautiful, lunch was great and the location for lunch was lovely. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone and everyone.
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Trish T
March 10, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Great day out on the water!
What a fantastic day out on the water. Lunch was filling, the views amazing! Our guide did great at her job & kept us all out of trouble. The weather did change & we ended up with soggy undies but adds to an interesting day!! We even had a seal playing nearby!
Operator response
Lovely to hear you enjoyed your paddling along Hobart's Cliffs and Caves - very special to see a seal playing as well. Thanks for paddling with us and for the review and we hope to see you on the water again one day. Cheers.
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marionafm
March 3, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful and fun
We wanted to book the Tasman Peninsula tour but it was booked out on our preferred dates. Decided to book Hobart’s Cliffs and Caves and it was great! Amazing cliffs and relaxing paddling. The caves were so special and we had a dip at lunch and at the end. The guides were so much fun and helpful, thanks Reg and Jonah!! Wishing you the best! Cheers, Team Europe.
Operator response
Thanks Team Europe - it was a lot of fun having you along too and wonderful to hear you enjoyed the beautiful Cliffs and Caves around Hobart. We are so lucky to have this amazing nature in our backyard. Hoep to see you on the water again one day. Cheers
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Sassyanne92
February 3, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Absolutely loved it!!
Absolutely loved this kayaking tour!! I had only had experience river kayaking in a single kayak so was a little nervous about sea kayaking in a double kayak but it was so enjoyable and beautiful! Our guides, Damo and John, were fantastic, not only making us feel really safe, but were clearly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the area. The scenery was beautiful and lunch was delicious, 10/10 would reccomend!
Operator response
Fabulous to hear you enjoy paddling the beautiful coastline along the Derwent River on our Hobart's Cliffs, Caves and Beaches tour. Hope you learnt a little more about the area too. Thanks for paddling with us and for this wonderful review. Cheers
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