Sea Kayaking

Sea kayaking is a rewarding activity because it helps to develop individual and group qualities such as:

• Courage.
• Communications.
• Self-reliance.
• Resilience.
• Leadership.
• Teamwork.

For the less demanding journeys, it can be a chance to unwind, relax, and soak up all that the marine environment has to offer.

Some of the memorable experiences from sea kayaking include:

• Relaxing whilst paddling along calm coastal waters and beaches.
• Feeling the exhilaration of negotiating surf on a beach.
• Interacting with marine life such as fish, birds, seals and whales.
• Camping on remote beaches or islands.
• Enjoying the comforts of being able to easily carry camping equipment.
• Breathing the fresh marine air and getting fit.

The Australian coastline is huge. Sea kayaking is a popular activity through Australia, but care is required up north where crocodiles are present. Typical areas normally used by Group 314 include:

• Far South Coast NSW.
• South Coast, NSW.
• Sydney, NSW.
• Central Coast, NSW.
• Morton Bay, QLD.
• Sunshine Coast, QLD.
• Eyre Peninsula, SA.
• Fleurieu Peninsula, SA.
• Wilsons Promontory, VIC.
• Tasman Pensinsula, TAS.
• Bruny Island, TAS.

Sea kayaking is possible all year round.

Sea kayaking activities can be affected by storms, high winds, lightning, and extreme temperatures.

All technical equipment is provided by Group 314, including:

• Wetsuit (if required).
• Waterproof jacket.
• Sea kayak and spray deck.
• Paddle and paddle leash.
• Lifejacket.
• Helmet (if required).
• Drybags.
• Tent and mattress (if required).

Participants must provide:

• Clothing for paddling (if not wearing a wetsuit).
• Thermals (if required).
• Beanie / sunhat.
• Sunglasses.
• Enclosed shoes (sturdy water shoes or old runners).
• Water bottle.
• Sleeping bag (if required).