Water Sports in Ballina

Ballina faces the river mouth, and its wharves are where a lot of the town's time on the water begins. Out Of The Blue Adventures is based in Ballina and takes groups out in purpose-built boats.

What the boats are like:

• Out Of The Blue Adventures uses rigid hull inflatables seating 20 or 25, with forward-facing seats and a covered roof.
• Open sides give everyone a clear view rather than a seat behind someone else.
• A hydrophone picks up whale song on the water when conditions allow.
• Fares begin at $129 per person.
• A marine biologist guide is aboard every trip.

Summer snorkel trips to Julian Rocks depart from Brunswick Heads, while the Ballina wharf handles the whale season.