My partner and I decided to do the Sunset Sea Kayaking Tour on Hamilton Island for $59 each for an hour and a half paddle tour. There is a maximum of 10 people on this tour (5 kayaks).

We got to the Marina and filled out a couple of forms and were then provided with the opportunity to apply sunscreen if we had forgotten to already. We then moved around to the area of the marina where the kayaks were stored and were introduced to our guide, Alice. Alice first of all got everyone in to life jackets and then proceeded to seat everyone into a kayak (on the dock) to adjust foot peddles and rudders and go over some basic kayaking techniques. After a few minutes the kayaks were placed into the water and Alice helped everyone into them and gave us the opportunity to practice kayaking in the small area of the marina away from other boat traffic.

Alice led the way guiding us on our kayaking and talking as we paddled along, pointing out landmarks from the unique ocean view that we had. At times it was a little difficult to hear even though we were all kayaking close together.

After we had paddled for a while we stopped and lined up all of the kayaks together and enjoyed a glass of champagne or orange juice that was provided while we watched the beautiful sunset.

At the beginning of the tour we were able to see some fish swimming around in the sea beneath us and we even got to see a turtle poke his head up from the water. It was getting a little dark (being dusk) so harder to see any fish or coral after that.

We had a great time and felt safe and confident in Alice's ability to guide the group and provide assistance with steering and the paddling technique. It was a lovely way to finish off our week on the island.

Approximate cost: $59