Treat your mind, body and soul to Byron Bay's laidback lifestyle
Welcome to the bohemian beach town of Byron Bay, where endless waves, pristine beaches and the freshest local produce all combine to create the holistic holiday of your dreams. Known for its great cafes, spas and yoga retreats, Byron has that classic coastal vibe that attracts everybody from families to backpackers and retirees to celebrities. Whether you feel like trying your hand at surfing in the region's warm waters, spotting dolphins and turtles on a kayaking trip around the bay or hiking to the Cape Byron Lighthouse for sunrise, you'll never be short on adventure in Byron Bay.
At the centre of Byron Bay’s health and well-being culture is yoga, the practice of bringing mind and body together through movement, breath and meditation. Whether you’ve never done a downward-facing dog before or you're an advanced yogi, Byron Bay has classes to suit everyone. Many of them are held at the beach at sunrise or in studios during the afternoon.
Swap your thongs for walking shoes and discover a side to Byron Bay that most people don’t get the chance to experience on a walking tour with a vibrant local character, Cockatoo Paul. Listen as he points out native plants along the way that are both edible and medicinal, and learn about other practices that would help you survive in the wild.
They don’t call Byron Bay one of the best surfing spots in Australia for nothing. Whether you’re here for a week or a day, a surfing novice or a pro, Byron Bay is blessed with consistent waves that are perfect for both beginners and professionals. If you need a little help, you could join a surfing lesson to learn a few tips and tricks.
Almost as famous as the beach town itself, watching the sunrise at Cape Byron Lighthouse is well worth the early morning start. Built to protect passing ships in the 19th century, this historic white tower boasts some of the best views of the East Coast. If you’re lucky, you might even spot a pod of whales or dolphins swimming in the waves.
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Sydney to Cairns Adventure
Karen · Traveled September 2024
Highly recommend the Sydney to Brisbane trip..I thoroughly enjoyed it and found it very well organised
Review submitted 23 Sep 2024
Sydney to Cairns Adventure
Laura · Traveled August 2024
I would highly recommended the Sydney to Cairns Adventure that Intrepid Tours offers especially if you are a person who likes to learn about history and nature. We visited several coastal beaches. For example, they coordinated kayaking in Byron Bay, whale watching in Hervey Bay, snorkeling via Ocean Rafting in the Great Barrier Reef. On three different occasions we learned about Aboriginal history from the Eora Nation in Sydney, the Gumbaynggirr at Red Rock in Coffs Harbour, and lastly Mungalla Station about the Nywaigi people. On top of all this, there were several hiking opportunities to see firsthand the beauty and diversity of Australia. Lastly a great opportunity to meet people from all over the world as well as having a great tour guide named, Taimi.
Review submitted 19 Sep 2024
Sydney to Cairns Adventure
Liberty · Traveled August 2024
A brilliant trip that shows you lots of places on the East coast.
Taimi was an excellent tour guide and shared her knowledge of the country throughout the trip.
Activities are suited to all abilities - a good mix of sightseeing, walking and sporting.
There are long drives to get to each location and not many meals included.
Would definitely recommend this trip.
Review submitted 16 Sep 2024
Sydney to Cairns Adventure
Jessica · Traveled July 2024
A great trip to see a lot of Australia in a short amount of time! I got to know my group well and make life long friends! Loads of great activities included :)
Review submitted 15 Aug 2024
Sydney to Cairns Adventure
Jennifer · Traveled July 2024
This is a great way to explore the East Coast of Australia in a short period of time. We visited lots of amazing tourist sites as well as smaller but beautiful towns. We saw lots of wildlife (kangaroos, koalas, whales, crocodiles and a platypus). Our group was great and we have made new friends from this tour. Our guides Taimi and Brendan were brilliant, very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and fun. I would wholeheartedly recommend this tour to anyone considering it.
Review submitted 04 Sep 2024
Byron Bay travel FAQs
Most of our East Coast trips begin in Sydney. If you're not joining a tour, the nearest airport is Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK), about 22km from the town centre. Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia offer daily flights to Ballina from most major Australian cities.
The best time to visit Byron Bay is from November to February when the weather is warm and sunny, allowing you to make the most of the region's stunning beaches. However, summer is the most popular season to travel, so be prepared for larger crowds and higher prices.
If you want to avoid the crowds, try visiting during the shoulder months of September, October, March and April when the weather is still reasonably warm but there aren't as many people around.
Byron Bay has plenty to offer all year, including wellness activities and surfing, so you can't really go wrong at any time.
Byron Bay has a humid subtropical climate with long, warm and occasionally wet summers and short, mild winters. Its proximity to the tropics means it can be quite humid, lingering at around 70%.
January is the hottest month with average temperatures of 22ºC to 29ºC, while July is the coolest at 12ºC to 20ºC.
You can't go to a coastal town and not check out its beaches, and Byron Bay boasts some of the best in Australia. From secluded beaches to top surfing spots, here are some beaches you simply have to visit during your stay:
Belongil Beach
Wategos Beach
Main Beach
Whites Beach
Tallow Beach
Shelly Beach
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