Platypus Breeding Season Packages

July - October is the much-anticipated 2026 platypus breeding season. Stay, paddle and relax with Nymboida Canoe Centre.

Reconnect with nature along one of Australia’s most beautiful Rivers.

Please call our office on 0266494155 for all bookings and questions.

Extras

  • Firewood and kindling to warm up your night.

    $15/bag

  • Firewood, kindling, chocolate biscuits and marshmallows delivered to your room. Everything you need to build a fire, pull your chairs close, and toast the night away together under the stars.

    $35

  • Don't let the river get between you and your essentials.

    Hire a dry bag to protect your gear, or a waterproof phone pouch to keep your phone safe for all those platypus photos.

    • Dry bag hire $10/day

    • Phone pouch hire $7/day

  • Catering options available. Please speak to staff for more info.

  • Catering options available. Please speak to staff for more info.

  • Experience the beauty of these elusive monotremes right from your canoe!

    The Platypus Explorer is the perfect package for paddlers of all experience levels to relax, explore at your own pace, and enjoy the serene nature of the Nymboida River.

    This package includes:

    • 4-hour self-guided flat-water experience

    • Canoe and safety gear hire

    • Safety briefing and paddling orientation by qualified guide 

    • Guidance in wildlife observation protocols 

    • Transport to and from the river 

    • Sunset and sunrise options - your best chance to see wild platypus!

    Pricing:

    $150 per person

    *All bookings are subject to river conditions.

  • Escape the city for a full weekend immersed in nature, with accommodation and paddling all taken care of.

    Just 1.5 hours from Coffs Harbor, this is the perfect way to disconnect, unwind by the river, and enjoy your best chance of spotting a wild platypus.

    This package includes:

    • Two nights cabin accommodation

    • Linen provided

    • Early check-in Friday and late check-out Sunday available on request.

    Saturday Morning Paddling Experience

    • 4-hour self-guided flat-water platypus spotting paddle

    • Canoe and safety gear hire

    • Safety briefing and paddling orientation by qualified guide

    • Guidance in wildlife observation protocols

    • Transport to and from the river

    Pricing: $500 per 2 Adults

    *All bookings are subject to river conditions.