The 10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Byron Bay, New South Wales

April 1, 2022 Nobuko Falco

Byron Bay's beaches are dotted with lighthouses and surrounded by bottlenose dolphins, rays, whales and sea turtles. This former New South Wales whaling station turned tourist town is still strongly influenced by its recent bohemian past, when hippie lifestyles flourished. Bongos and didgeridoos sound in parks, sarongs and dreadlocks are common, and vegetarian restaurants abound. Give in to the casual vibe and stroll between beaches and bars for a low-key and happy day.
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1. Byron Bay Discovery - Beaches and Lighthouse Full Day Tour

Cineplex South Bank, 167 Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia Bums On Seats Tours Queensland
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When you are planning your holiday vacation to Brisbane or the Gold Coast, take advantage of our day tours. It is guaranteed that you will have a ball in Queensland with Bums on seats tours, where Australia shines and spectacular day tour options, sightseeing and nature experiences abound. Byron Bay is one of the most popular and magical destinations in Australia with its laid back lifestyle, world famous beaches, natural beauty and diverse residents. Visit the beautiful little town of Byron with a fascinating mix of local shops, galleries and cafes. Have a locally brewed coffee and indulge in some locally grown food. Walk your way up through subtropical rainforest to the Byron Lighthouse for the most spectacular 360 degree ocean and Byron hinterland views and to watch the dolphins and migrating whales (May to October).

Inclusions: Water & Nibbles, Free Hotel Pick Up, FUN Day , Great Company :), Friendly Service

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Reviewed By suzan40

Tania our guide was great. It was my 60th and I was looking for a little company that offered great value for money and I got it. The wineries we went to had great wines and were very pretty. We even went to a little boutique distillery where we got to sample some interesting liqueurs. We didn't know exactly where we were going at the start but as it turned out two of our stops were on my bucket list to visit. We all had a fantastic time with heaps of laughs. COVID restrictions had been eased in Queensland recently and we just had to sanitise and sign in at each venue and that was great.

2. Crystal Castle Shuttle from Byron Bay (full day)

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This is the only shuttle bus service to the Crystal Castle. The shuttle includes; entry fee, return transport and a 10 orientation.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (Byron Bay only), Workshops and meditations (Not enchanted cave meditation)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transfers to Byron Bay

Reviewed By 731elisat

We did the 2 hour Bushtucker walk in Federal and it was fantastic! Learned so much about edible and useful rainforest plants from our guide Delta. At the end of the tour we got to taste some of the bush foods that we hadlearned about. Highly recommend this tour.

3. 3 hour - Byron Bay Guided Ride

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Your personal professional tour guide with expert local riding knowledge will ensure your safety is a top priority. You will love riding our Trek carbon fibre road bikes & use our Wahoo GPS computers and other accessories. You'll also taste Chris's home-made riding snacks & enjoy a mid-ride coffee stop.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Bottled water

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Reviewed By geoffrobb

Great ride, Alice and Chris looked after us very well, catered for the strong and the weak riders, great place

4. Gold Coast City Card (3 Days Card): Unlimited Attractions

Gold Coast City Card
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- Gold Coast City Card is a Sightseeing Pass which gives Free Admission to Unlimited Attractions in and around Gold Coast. This includes Jet Boat Extreme Ride, Hopo (Hop on Hop off ferry), Sea World Whale Watching Cruise, Quack’rDuck Tour, Fire Truck adventure tour, Surfers Paradise River Cruise, Planet Chill Ice Skating, Surfing lessons, Stand up Paddle and the list goes on and on! (Refer inclusions list) - It provides Special Savings(Discounts) on Premium Activities & Adventure Sports - Exclusive deals at Restaurants & Bars and much more!

Inclusions: Brisbane City Sights and South Bank Day Tour, Byron Bay, Lighthouse and The Farm tour, Fire Truck Tour, Go Vertical Stand Up Paddle Board Hire with Mini Lesson in Gold Coast , Go Karting at Game Over GC, Holoverse - Experience state-of-the-art hologram technology with an experience of Hologram Rooms!, Hopo - Hop On Hop Off Ferry, Whale Watching Cruise, Jet Boat Extreme , Kayak Hire, Laser Tag at Game Over GC, Learn Surfing - 2 hours lesson, Morning Tea Cruise at Tweed River, Planet Chill Ice Skating, QUACK'RDUCK, Surfers Paradise River Cruise, Pedal Boat Hire, Tropical Fruit World Tour, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre Benefits - Collect your Free Gift

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5. Private Brewery & Distillery Hopping Bus, Byron bay

What A Day, Byron Bay
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Choose up to 10 of your best mates and figure out the most desired 3 destinations you wish to visit. Stone & Wood Cape Byron Distillery (Brookie's) Wandana Brewing Lord Byron Distillery Let us know upon booking and your done! We make all bookings and pick you up from the front door of your Byron Bay Accommodation (other locations also available). Beers, Cider, Gin, Rum and more are all waiting and available at very cheap brewery prices! Drink as much or as little as you like. We are your ‘Sober Sally’ aka ‘Designated driver’ for the day. ***If you wish to have a second brewery instead of a second Distillery 'Wandana Brewing' can be an option. Please write in the comments if you would prefer this** Sundays we can only offer 2 Breweries & 1 Distillery.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Legendary Drivers, Pick-up and Drop-off

Exclusions: Tastings , Alcoholic drinks

Reviewed By Cassieee_Cutler

What A Day Byron Bay provided us with such a fun afternoon filled with memories we will never forget. We went to two breweries and one distillery and each destination was incredible. The driver was full of knowledge and happy to answer any questions we had along the way. It is a very well run service set amongst picturesque Byron Bay. I couldn’t recommend it highly enough and I will definitely be booking again. Do yourself a favour and book in! You won’t regret it.

6. Premier Whale Watching Byron Bay

Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia Out of The Blue Adventures
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Enjoy a once in a lifetime, close encounter with Humpback Whales! (June- November). Join us and our marine biologist on our Premier Whale Watching Cruise. Depart from Ballina’s Richmond River and enter the stunning waters of Cape Byron Marine Park. Encounter astonishing Humpback Whales in their natural habitat as they migrate past the iconic coastline between Byron Bay and Ballina. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery while listening to live Humpback Whale song using our specialised underwater hydrophone. Our friendly Marine Biologist will share in-depth knowledge of the area, local points of interest & encounters we experience within Byron’s Marine Park.The migration of whales is a significant feat & a spectacular event to witness as they frolic & breach. At more than 2,500-kms, this is considered one of the longest migrations in the animal kingdom.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Life Jackets

Exclusions: Transfers from Byron Bay to the wharf in Ballina

Reviewed By Candy H

Well run operation with high quality boat, on time departure/arrival, safety vests and information provided, experienced & knowledgeable crew (our guide was a marine biologist). We saw lots of dolphins, some pods were easily as large as 30-40 dolphins! Two hour cruise along the coast went by quickly, we had 2 young children in our party and they thoroughly enjoyed it! Would highly recommend.

7. Cruise with Dolphins in Byron Bay

Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia Out of The Blue Adventures
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The Ballina & Byron Bay coast plays host to hundreds of bottle nose dolphins all year round. They always provide our passengers of all ages a thrill, an experience to remember; something that always brings a smile to everyone’s face. Take a short and scenic 30 minute drive south of Byron Bay to Ballina (transfer not included), where you will board our vessel. Our friendly Marine Biologist will share in-depth knowledge of the area & marine creature encounters we experience. Learn about our local pods of dolphins, their habits and behaviours. We are so sure you’ll spot a dolphin that we offer a free return trip if you don’t see one on your first Dolphin Cruise!

Inclusions: Life Jackets, Restroom on board, Marine Biologist Guide, Dolphin Guarantee - Return for FREE if you don't see a dolphin on your first cruise

Exclusions: Bus Transfers from Byron Bay to the Wharf in Ballina

Reviewed By chadg83

Didn’t think it would be as good as it was, only saw a couple of dolphins, but the boat was almost like a jet boat, plus the views of the coast wow! Dolphins come up really close. Great staff who run it are really interactive..had a great time.

8. Sunset River Cruise near Byron Bay

Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia Out of The Blue Adventures
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This unique cruise is the perfect combination of relaxation with a hint of fast-paced excitement. Take a scenic 30 minute drive out of Byron Bay (transfer not included) and discover the tranquil waters of the Richmond River around Ballina Island, explore the mangrove forests, the richly diverse flora and fauna and the creeks that branch off it. Sit back and bask in a glorious sunset as you enjoy a cold beverage, tasty refreshments & some local history aboard this lazy river cruise that winds its way down Ballina’s beautiful Richmond River. Many rare birds and sea creatures such as dolphins can often be spotted along the Richmond River. This Nature Reserve will never cease to amaze you!

Inclusions: GF Savoury Muffins and Coconut Cocoa Sweets, 2 Complimentary Beverages per person, Marine Biologist Guide

Exclusions: Bus Transfers from Byron Bay to the Wharf in Ballina

Reviewed By Candy H

Well run operation with high quality boat, on time departure/arrival, safety vests and information provided, experienced & knowledgeable crew (our guide was a marine biologist). We saw lots of dolphins, some pods were easily as large as 30-40 dolphins! Two hour cruise along the coast went by quickly, we had 2 young children in our party and they thoroughly enjoyed it! Would highly recommend.

9. Byron Bay Whale Watching Cruise

Whale Watching Byron Bay, 9 Marvell St, Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia Byron Bay Dive Centre
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Whale watching tours are offered between June and October each year. The trips are small and personalised with a maximum of 8 customers per tour and take around 3 hours from start to finish. The migration route of the Australian east coast Humpback whale brings them in such close proximity to Byron Bay’s Cape Byron it is likely you will encounter several whales during your tour. This also allows quick access to the waters used by migrating humpback whales.Therefore there are no long boat rides to and from whale watching sites and your whale watching adventure begins immediately. The whale watching guides will impart interesting facts about the migrating whales as well as Cape Byron Marine Park’s many other sea creatures including dolphins, sea turtles and many different species of sea bird. Each of Whale watching vessels is equipped with a hydrophone so you can listen to the Humpback whales amazing whale song.

Inclusions: Viewing of various marine life and bird life, Julian Rocks marine life tour, Trained eco guides, Hydrophone to listen to whale song, Sunscreen, Bottled water, Small-group (no more than 12 passengers per cruise), Byrons Bay Whale Watching Cruise

Exclusions: Parking fee for public parking in Byron Bay, Tour photos (available for purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Spray Jacket

Reviewed By TroyandKylie

An outstanding and magical experience. The team at BBDC were knowledgeable, experienced and very accommodating to our needs. We were rescheduled very easily after our initial trip was postponed due to the conditions. Would highly recommend this experience with this business to anyone.

10. Crystal Castle Shuttle from Byron Bay (half day)

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Join us on a half day journey to the enchanting Crystal Castle. You'll have 3.5 hours to wander around the magical gardens, walk the ancient labyrinth, connect with nature on the Damanhur Spiral, rejuvenate yourself with reflexology walk, marvel at the exquisite jewellery, crystals and books. Find your bliss at one of the meditations and workshops. Enjoy a tasty meal, tea/coffee or cake at the fully vegetarian cafe. We pick you up from your Byron Bay accommodation, take you to Crystal Castle, pay your entry fee, give you guide book, give you 10 minute orientation (show you where all the walks and meditations are), then leave you to it, come back later to pick you up and take you back to Byron. Duration 4.5 hours (12:30-5pm)

Inclusions: Pick up and transfers from your Byron Bay accommodation, Meditation, Guide Book

Exclusions: Food and drinks, transfers to Byron Bay

Reviewed By 731elisat

We did the 2 hour Bushtucker walk in Federal and it was fantastic! Learned so much about edible and useful rainforest plants from our guide Delta. At the end of the tour we got to taste some of the bush foods that we hadlearned about. Highly recommend this tour.

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