Hire Options & Pricing
Hire by the hour or take a half-day (4 hours). Every craft goes out with a life jacket, paddle and a dry bag for your keys and phone.
| Craft | Seats | Per hour | Half-day Best value | Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single kayak | 1 adult | $22 | $65 | PFD, paddle, dry bag |
| Double kayak | 2 adults, or 2 adults + 1 child | $36 | $105 | PFDs, paddles, dry bag |
| Stand-up paddleboard | 1 adult | $25 | $72 | PFD, paddle, leash |
| Family canoe | 3 adults, or 2 adults + 2 children | $42 | $120 | PFDs, paddles, dry bag |
| Wetsuit hire (optional) | Adult and child sizes | $8 | $15 | Add to any craft |
Card or cash at the kiosk. Prices include GST.
Safety & Conditions
Today's river: calm, light current, clear visibility. Updated each morning at 8am by the kiosk.
- Age: Hirers must be 16 or over. Children 5 and up ride in a double kayak or canoe with an adult.
- Weight: Singles take up to 120 kg, doubles 220 kg, canoes 280 kg.
- Life jackets: Worn and fastened on the water at all times, for every age.
- Red flag days: High current or storms close the river. We call you and refund in full.
Guided Tours
A 90-minute paddle with one of our guides. We lead you upstream past the reed beds, stop for a drink and a bird count, and drift back with the current.
- $58 per adult, $38 per child (8 to 15)
- Leaves 9am and 4pm, Thursday to Sunday
- Kayak, PFD, paddle and snack included
- Groups capped at 8, so everyone hears the guide
School Holiday Family Packages
Every school holiday, seven days a week. Book ahead, as canoes go fast. Hover or tap a card to see what's in it.
Canoe Day
$99
Family canoe for a half-day, wetsuits for everyone, a life jacket each and an ice-cream per child at the kiosk.
BookDouble Up
$175
Two double kayaks for a half-day with all gear. Fits 2 adults and 3 kids, with a dry bag each.
BookGetting Here & Parking
Breakline Watersports, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville QLD 4566
From the town centre
- Head out of town on the main road towards the river bridge.
- Turn right just before the bridge onto Gympie Terrace.
- Follow the river for 600 m to the kiosk and the free car park.
It's a 10 minute drive, or a flat 25 minute walk along the river path.
Parking & access
Free parking for 40 cars beside the kiosk. A gently sloped concrete ramp with handrails runs down to the water, and two accessible bays sit right beside it. Ask us about launch assistance.
What Local Families Say
We turned up with three kids and no plan and were on the water in ten minutes. They fitted every life jacket properly.
Our fourth summer hiring paddleboards here. Friendly, fair prices, and they always tell us where the current is running.
Dave and KerryWeekend paddleboardersThe guided tour was the highlight of my parents' visit. Our guide knew every bird on the bank.
Tom90-minute guided tourThe ramp made it easy for Dad's walker. Thank you for being so patient with us.
PriyaDouble kayak, accessible launchBook or Ask a Question
Tell us when you'd like to paddle and we'll confirm by phone or text. Prefer to talk? Call us.
0412 880 364