Kids Holiday programs

school holiday fun – kayak and snorkel program for kids! 

explore the marine world

Get your kids out and about during the school holidays exploring the marine world !

Wildlife Encounters

Finding amazing animals is a highlight for kids in this program.

Discovery!

This is a ‘Discovery’ program for school-aged children 6-16.

Experience Overview

Location: South Durras, batemans bay, Broulee

Duration: 3. 4 or 5 x half days

from: $389 for 3 days

Package Includes

  • A new adventure every day!
  • Choose 3, 4 or 5 exciting half day sessions 
  • Qualified instructors
  • Certificate of completion
  • Morning tea included
  • All adventure equipment supplied  

    Features & Highlights

    • Fun and engaging games for kids
    • Perfect for beginners!
    • Learn kayaking skills
    • Make new friends
    • kayak days
    • snorkel days
    • short walks
    • heaps of games
    • great food
    • multisport days

    Get your kids outdoors, having fun and learning new, exciting skills!

    School Holidays Sorted! Kayak, Snorkel & Explore

    Get the kids off the screens and into the great outdoors these school holidays! Our Kids Kayak & Snorkel Program is a fun-filled adventure designed to get young people active, exploring and discovering the amazing waterways of the NSW South Coast. They’ll learn the basics of kayaking, explore the coastline and get in the water for a snorkel, all while building confidence, making new friends and having a great time. No previous kayaking experience is needed, just a sense of adventure! With experienced Region X guides leading the way, it’s the perfect school holiday adventure for kids who love being outdoors, trying something new and getting amongst nature.

    Sessions are 830am – midday daily 

    For program details, questions, a recommended equipment list, payment options or joining late – please contact Region X

    the program

    This program is subject to change, and should be viewed as a guideline only.

    session 1

    • Welcome to kids and families and introductions
    • “Meet the Fleet” of colourful, comfy sit-on-top kayaks
    • Introduction to equipment, basic strokes
    • ‘Reading the Conditions’ Fundamentals
    • Identifying dangers
    • Cruisy bay paddle
    • Morning tea, games and program end 

    session 2

    • Snorkel intro 
    • Wetsuit issue, fit out masks and fins
    • Practice session rock pools
    • Morning tea
    • sheltered snorkel session 

    session 3

    • Introduction to kayak rescues
    • Jump off the kayaks, flip them over, climb back on them
    • Capsize drills
    • Buddy and Swimmer Rescue Scenarios
    • Morning tea
    • Games 

    session 4

    • Morning bay paddle adventure
    • We take a packed morning tea and find a hidden beach to enjoy
    • morning tea
    • Beach comb, shell discovery

    session 5

    • Kayak and snorkel day 
    • Put all your new skills to the test! 
    • We paddle to a snorkel site and enjoy the morning in and on the water
    • Rescue Scenarios

     

    Region X School Kayak Camping Expeditions Batemans Bay
    The Boat shed at Mossy Point
    Mossy boat ramp cafe

    WHAT TO BRING

    • Clothes you’re happy to get wet (activewear)
    • A wetsuit is recommended
    • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
    • A warm layer and a beanie in colder months
    • Water shoes, or old sneakers
    • A bottle of water
    • A towel for after

    WHAT WE PROVIDE

    • All the kayaking equipment required
    • Qualified Kayak Instructors with current WWCC
    • Splash jackets
    • A Certification of Completion
    • A digital photo album of your experience

    What is Ecotourism? By choosing this Ecotourism Experience you are making a conscious decision to reduce impact by promoting sustainable travel that benefits local communities, culture, and heritage and ultimately the environment.

     

    Do you have questions or would like to make an enquiry?

    Call us on 1300 001 060 or fill out the form below