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BAM! We’re #1 Thing to Do in Byron. Vote & Win

Experience OZ has just announced the “#1 Thing to Do” in Byron Bay is visit the Byron Bay Lighthouse with Byron Bay Adventure Tours!

But, there is more good news! Byron Bay has also been nominated by Experience Oz for a position in “Australia’s Top 10 Destinations to Experience for 2015”.

Need an incentive to cast your vote? You could win BIG:

1st Prize – a package for 2 to one of Australia’s Top 10 Destinations including accommodation
2nd Prize – a package of great experiences in the Top Destination voted nearest to you
3rd Prize – a $250 Experience Oz gift voucher to use on any of their great experiences

In addition, there’ll be a guaranteed consolation prize for all who enter – a $10 Gift Voucher to use on your next Oz Experience purchase – including Byron Bay Adventure Tours!

If great healthy food experiences rate high on your list of things to do in Byron Bay, then you won’t be disappointed. While the town boasts some of the most magical beaches in Australia and some of the best adventure-filled activities, Byron Bay is also a mecca for incredible vegetarian, vegan, organic and biodynamic food experiences. Eating out in Byron Bay has never been better, more inspiring or exciting!

Check out our top five picks – including some long-time favourite eating spots as well as some local gems that you won’t find in any glossy travel guides. Why? Because we know our town and that’s why we’re the #1 tour guides in Byron Bay. So, let’s get into it!

The Farm – Three Blue Ducks

There is no doubt that Byron’s clean, green environment has inspired three blue ducks (aka chefs Mark Labrooy, Darren Robertson and their partners) from Bronte in Sydney’s eastern suburbs to fly north. If you want to experience authentic Byron Bay flavours and crave a local food experience, then be sure to pop this place on your to-do list. The restaurant is located at The Farm, a working farm that grows organic produce and raises Berkshire pigs, cattle and chickens in a free-range environment. There is also a florist, boot camp, yoga studio and a team of artisan bread makers. The perfect place to indulge your body and soul.

Folk

This cafe’s neighbourhood does not feature in tourist guidebooks – and maybe that’s why we love it! The customers are locals and people who work in the arts and industry estate, not tourists. Love your organic coffee or chai tea? Then Folk is for you! Choose from organic cow’s milk, Bonsoy as well as coconut, almond and oat milk. The smoothies are equally as diverse, with options to add chia, turmeric, gingko and tahini – to name just a few. If you are in need of some respite from town, then you’ll love this place. Folk is located in a cute little rustic cottage, with outdoor tables and big shady trees. When you’re done drinking your cold-pressed kale and green juice, take some time to explore the neighbourhood – it’s full of great local designers, jewellery makers, vintage stores and hand-made furniture makers.

Il Buco Café and Pizzeria

‘Simple, honest, real food made with love’ – this is how Il Buco describe their authentic Italian food. Local and seasonal ingredients, passion for their craft and aromatic, heart-warming pizza and calzones will leave you begging for more (even though you’ve already downed 8 slices of pizza). But save some room, because the desserts are fabulous too, with their Nutellino calzone – yes a Nutella and ricotta baked indulgence that’s as good as it sounds. You can also order takeaways – perfect after a day’s kayaking, mountain biking or rainforest hiking!

Fig Tree Restaurant

Earth yourself and unwind to a simpler time, when food was organically grown, picked and slow cooked to perfection! Fig Tree Restaurant is the ultimate in paddock-to-plate dining, with raw ingredients picked daily from their kitchen garden. This fine dining experience fills every foodies fantasy, where age-old favourites are given a twist and fusion is brought to life before your eyes in a seven course menu that changes weekly to suit the seasons. Just a short drive from town, you will be spoilt with the hill top ocean views and incredible food experience.

Mana Heaven

When your body needs to be nourished and your soul does too, Mana Heaven will fill your cravings for clean reviving food. With their mixture of raw, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free foods, head here for brekkie to lift you up and prepare you for anything the day might bring. Generous serves and luscious fresh ingredients cooked for love not profit – (yes it’s true, all proceeds go back into the Byron community) will make you feel good all over. We love the Eggplant Tahini Salad and Mana’s Big Vegan Burger. After you’ve fuelled up, you’ll be ready to take on anything, including a Byron Bay Adventure Tour (or two).

Byron Bay is a feast for the senses, not only in terms of its thriving food scene but also for those whose sense of adventure is calling! Book a Byron Bay Adventure Tour today – click here.

Best of Byron: What Our Customers Have To Say about Adventure Travel in Byron Bay

We all know that all good businesses talk up their product, services and offerings and we do too, because, just quietly, between the two of us, WE ARE THE BEST DAMN ADVENTURE TOUR COMPANY IN THE KNOWN UNIVERSE AND PERHAPS THE MULTIVERSE AS WELL! So, in the spirit of doing things in a more quiet, objective way, we’ve opened the floor to our customers, compiling a TOP FIVE reasons to go adventuring with US (as stated on our TripAdvisor Reviews page – which we’ll tell you calmly – gives Byron Bay Adventure Tours a PERFECT 5/5 RATING! YES THAT’S 100% SATISFACTION! Really, we can’t keep it anymore real than that, right?)

Australia’s Favourite Adventure Travel Destination

We are privileged to be conducting our tours in one of the most amazing locations in Australia – Byron Bay. We could have setup our business in many awesome locations, but we chose here. Oh, you’d like some other people’s opinions? Sure thing…

“I’ve climbed the rock and climbed the bridge, climbed Kosciuszko and climbed Cradle Mountain. I rate the Mount Warning summit climb the best.”– Jason V, Gold Coast

“We thoroughly enjoyed the spectacular rainforest scenery and the effort to get to the bottom of Minton Falls was so rewarding. We would recommend this tour to anyone.” – Felicity M, Sth Pacific

“Wonderful Experience. We did the Mt. Warning sunrise climb. It was amazing, climbing in the dark with torches to finally reach the top for a breath-taking sunrise. It was an incredible adrenaline rush.” – emzel92, Sydney

“The sights and sounds of the forest at 3.30 in the morning is like nothing I’ve ever experienced.” – Charlotte T, Sydney

“This tour was incredible and without a doubt one of the best experiences I’ve ever had! 5 stars!” – Sonia F, Melbourne

Our Team. Our Expertise. Our Experience

Any tour is only as good as it’s tour guide right? Goes without saying, but I can’t say it, so listen carefully to these charming, knowledgeable and discerning folks:

“What a fabulous day. You couldn’t get a better tour guide than Tom who is knowledgeable, friendly and extremely helpful.” – Felicity M, Sth Pacific

“Thanks Tom for providing such a great service. Camping out is very easy when everything is provided for!!” – Florence 2904

“This was the first time I’ve been to Byron and my girlfriend booked this tour for us both. Well it was brilliant. We were taken around by our very knowledgeable tour guide Tom. It was wonderful experiencing what the Hinterland offers and getting back to nature. Tom had great BBQ skills too!! You don’t go hungry.” – Elena S

“This is a must do activity when in Byron Bay! Tom was a brilliant tour guide. Very knowledgeable, full of great stories and provided a great service from the moment he picked me up from my hostel to dropping me off the day after.” – Charlotte T, Sydney

“The whole experience from start to end was amazing. Tom was an excellent host. Very knowledgeable and amiable. The sights, the sounds and the experience – just awesome. Would recommend to anyone. :-)” – RenClo

“Awesome. Mt Warning sunrise climb was an awesome experience. Tom was extremely helpful and provided for all our needs.” – Alexander K, Russia

We’re Hassle-Free

What’s a tour doing, if it leaves you concerned or worrying about the details? Not being a tour, that’s what! Listen to these positively, carefree opinions by our customers…

“Mt Warning sunrise walk was the best thing I did in Byron. Watching the sunrise was magical!! Thanks Tom for providing such a great service. Camping out is very easy when everything is provided for!!” – Florence2904

“Everything was very well organised, interesting with lots of detail. Was the highlight of our Byron Bay trip.” – Fazzy22

“Byron Bay Adventure Tours provided us with LED headlights and snacks for the climb (they really think of everything).” – Sonia F, Melbourne

“Mount Warning summit climb is the best kept secret in Australia. Thanks to Tom at Byron Bay Adventure Tours for providing a fantastic experience from start to finish” – Jason V

Us (and Mother Nature) are Here to Please

It’s not just the destination, it’s the journey! Sounds like a chapter from a self-help guide right? That maybe so, but it’s a little thing we take very seriously at Byron Bay Adventure Tours. But don’t take our word for it:

“We did the rainforest walk, swam underneath the waterfall, treated a lovely picnic styled lunch and were lucky enough to be taken to the markets.” – Fazzy22

“The drive through the hinterlands were exceptional. A great way to spend the day out.” – JAAMD

“Mount Warning Sunrise Tour. Wow! Amazing tour. This is a tour that everyone who is able to do should do. You seldom get a view such as this.” – Goose1969

“The sights, the sounds and the experience – just awesome. Would recommend to anyone.” – RenClo

“I have and will never see a sunrise like the one I was privileged to watch from the top of Mt Warning. This tour was incredible and without a doubt one of the best experiences I’ve ever had! 5 stars!” – Sonia F

One Size Does not Fit ALL

Number five goes under the radar a little, but when we get feedback on it, it makes us want to jump for joy. You see, we believe that everyone regardless of age or fitness deserves an adventure, so we aim to please and accommodate different needs for different people. Take it away happy, awesome customers…

“When I come back with my mum I am endeavouring to do another tour that my mum and I can do together.” – Elena S

“We (my parents, brother & I) did the hinterland tour & loved it!! … Guides are very knowledgeable, but also pretty laid back which suited us perfectly.” – AoifeWard

“For anyone who has ever thought about climbing Mount Warning I would strongly recommend Byron Bay Adventure Tours. Everything you could need or want is provided.” – Jason V

So there you have it, we didn’t have to brag or talk up anything, did we? And, there is so much more we could add, but, that would just be gratuitous. Like to read more? Click here to see all our TripAdvisor Reviews.

Follow your bliss!

M.I.C.E Industry – Let us Introduce You to Byron Bay

Niche, unique and intimate – all the essentials for a truly successful corporate event – and with the right planning and inclusions there is everything to gain from taking a fresh look at Byron Bay for your next conference, training seminar or incentive program.

Choosing a Venue

From beachside luxury and coastal rainforest settings to the lush hills of the hinterland, finding the perfect venue for your Byron Bay event is easy. For conferences, trade seminars and motivational team building events you can’t go past The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa. Great modern conference facilities, accomplished staff, beautiful surrounds and with a diverse range of accommodation options – all the tools are at hand to host your perfect corporate event. As one of the leading tour operators in the area, we work closely with The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa to provide perfectly matched activities for your attendees. To find out more, click here.

If you’re looking for a purely incentive-based option for your high achievers, Byron Bay’s renowned luxury beach houses and exclusive retreats and health spas offer the perfect solution. The Gaia Retreat and Spa, Rae’s on Wategos and Victoria’s at Wategos are all ideal locations. Combine luxury accommodation with a private Byron Bay Adventure Tour and you’ll inspire your candidates to reach for the stars.

Activities, Team Building & Bonuses

Including some enjoyable and inspiring activities that show off your event location and get your attendees charged is not only beneficial for your business, but also the success of the event itself. Motivation, self-satisfaction, de-stressing and team cohesion are just some of the benefits of adding some adventure to your event program. With tours ranging from half day to two day adventures, there is something to suit everyone! Here are some of our most popular tours for corporate event attendees:

For a relaxing outing that allows attendees to chat and unwind whilst sampling the delights of the Byron hinterland including the mystic Crystal Castle and Shambala Gardens try our Byron & Beyond Tour
Conquer a mountain and see the inner strength of your participants shine through with a Mt Warning Day Climb or Sunrise Climb. This experience is guaranteed to impress!
Reward a job well done with our Earth to Surf Adventure Tour, where attendees will get to explore the magnificent Byron hinterland AND take to the ocean on a sea kayak to get up close with dolphins, turtles and whales (Jun-Oct)
Make it unforgettable – get your team to spread their wings and take to the sky in a Gyrocopter! Enjoy some incredible sights from high above the ground including the Byron Bay Lighthouse, our beautiful beaches and an extraordinary array of ocean wildlife with our Byron Bay 360 Adventure Tour
Looking to inspire? Get back to nature and explore the wonder of the World Heritage listed Nightcap National Park including a 2 hour rainforest walk to the base of the spectacular Minyon Falls with our Byron Bay Hinterland Big Day Out Tour

We have many other combinations, including mountain biking, hiking and overnight camping – click here to view all our tours.

Prefer to choose your own adventure? Here at Byron Bay Adventure Tours we specialise in designing customised tours and itineraries that work with your event theme, time requirements and desired outcomes. Contact us today to discuss our tailor-made Byron tour options.

The unique culture and colourful mish-mash of lifestyles give Byron Bay a certain ‘je ne ce quoi’ that you will not find in any other destination. Byron Bay ticks all the boxes, including purpose-build corporate event venues, a range of accommodation options, close access to domestic and international airports and a wide-selection of delegate activities, but above all Byron Bay will deliver an event that every attendee will never forget.

5 Compelling Reasons to make Byron Bay your Next Adventure Holiday Destination

There are a few travel spots around the globe that always pop up on the Adventure addicts hit list, Africa’s safari’s, Europe’s mountains or New Zealand’s thrills. But we’re about to give you 5 BIG reasons why Byron Bay Australia is the rising star of fun-filled, daring, nature-inspired action. Carve out some getaway time and pop an ‘Adventure Holiday to Byron Bay’ on your bucket list because anyone who’s been here will tell you – Byron Bay will etch herself into your memory and work her way into your heart forever. And here’s why:

1. The Adrena-link

Any adventure holiday worth its salt has to include some thrill-seeking, hair-raising, dare-devil action or it’s just a regular ol’ holiday right? Byron Bay throws her arms open wide to give you endless ways to get your thrill on, and thanks to the breathtaking beauty of the entire region, you’ll get taken to the edge in veritable paradise. With Gyrocopters, sea kayaking, mountain biking and mountain climbing on offer, there is an adrenalin pumped activity for even the most seasoned thrill seeker. Sound amazing? Click here to make it happen!

2. We like to…move it

If you’ve caught the adventure bug and can’t sit still (there’s plenty of time for that when you hang up your travelling shoes), then there is always something to do in Byron Bay. Feel like getting activated? Here at Byron Bay Adventure Tours we love to help visitors stay active, be it learning to surf, kayaking with dolphins, climbing to the top of Mt Warning or mountain bike riding in the Byron hinterland. Get ready to get up and get moving – check out the choices here.

3. Byron is a place to escape – from yourself

Adventure travel is not only about activities, it’s also about going outside your comfort zone and exploring yourself, what makes you tick and who you are – just as much as the world around you. Travellers’ tales often reflect that it took travelling to the other side of the world to find “themselves”. Our philosophy is to take each of our guests on a personal journey to soothe away the stresses of daily life, allowing them the opportunity to reconnect with their authentic selves. As part of our mind, body and soul mantra, our one day Byron & Beyond Tour includes a visit to The Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens, which is home to one of only 7 Buddhist Peace Stupas placed around the globe. To find out more, click here.

4. Get to go au naturale baby

From sacred monoliths to ancient rainforests to some of the world’s best beaches, Byron Bay and its hinterland boast incredible natural wonders. An adventure holiday to Byron Bay can send you back eons through our planets natural history. Experience the view from 1156m above sea level as you stand on the core of a prehistoric shied volcano now called Mt Warning and witness the first rays of sun to touch the Eastern coastline of Australia from its summit with our sunrise climb. See and swim at the foot of waterfalls carved into the plateau by the sheer forces of nature before making camp under the stars and getting back to earth amongst friends around a camp fire on our overnight adventure tour. How about getting within arm’s reach of dolphins and sea turtles or hearing the giant splash of a humpback whale? Byron Bay is a nature lover’s haven and the adventure options for getting amongst it are plentiful. Click here to plan your next eco adventure escape.

5. For the glory

You know that feeling when you return from a great adventure and casually slip it into a conversation around the water cooler or at a dinner party, to hear the sounds of ‘oohs’ and ‘ahhs’? Well, the mere mention of Byron Bay will inevitably spark a great tale or two and when you get questions like “Did you visit Bangalow?”, “Did you see any dolphins?”, “Did you learn to surf”, “Did you go swimming at Minyon Falls?” or “I’ve always wanted to go there did you have an amazing time?” you can answer with a resounding YES! If you’re blessed with an outgoing spirit of adventure, click here to book your next travel adventure tour!

Get yourself to Byron Bay and start living – you won’t regret it for a second. Including a guided tour or adventure activity is also surprisingly affordable and we have options to suit everyone. And wherever you travel, always be sure to pick a guide who is eco certified (like us here at Byron Bay Adventure Tours) to make sure you are an ethical and planet-friendly visitor, keeping these pristine wildlife havens intact for every generation.

Happy travelling everyone…hope to see you soon!