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Byron Bay, on the surf safari trail

Byron Bay is made up of a cluster of nsw beaches to the north and south of Cape Byron. The town became the focus for a surfing counter-culture that grew out of the 1960s and has been a must-visit destination on the international surf safari trail ever since.

Beaches at Byron Bay and Ballina

There are several great surfing beaches at Byron Bay. Main Beach faces almost due north to face the hinterland national parks. It's a safe beach for kids as well as being popular with surfers. At the eastern end of Main Beach, Clarkes Beach is more sheltered and therefore more popular with beginners. "The Pass" is one of Byron's iconic breaks which can be challenging in a big swell.

Other Byron beaches include "The Wreck" at Belongil Beach, Watego's and Little Watego's, just west of the Byron Bay Lighthouse. Watego's also happens to boast some of Australia's most exclusive beachside accommodation.

Further south at Ballina, you'll find 32 kilometres of coastline to explore. There are calm sandy beaches and shoals on the banks of the Richmond River - Lighthouse Beach is popular - and a world-famous surf break at Lennox Point.  Shelley Beach is popular with families because of its rockpools and surf patrols during school holidays.


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  • Byron Bay Style Surfing School Two Day Package Byron Bay, North Coast

    Everything you need for your surf lesson is supplied by Style Surfing with surfboards, wetsuits, rash shirts, free pick up and free drop off from your...

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  • Boomerang Bus Tours Coastal Whale Watch Ballina, North Coast

    Join this scenic half-day whale watching journey along the coast from Byron to Ballina depending on the location of the whales...

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  • Main Beach Byron Bay Main Beach Byron Bay Byron Bay Area, North Coast, Byron Bay

    With stunning views of distant mountains and passing whales and dolphins, these white sandy beaches have a northerly aspect. Main Beach is dominated b...

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  • Surfing Beaches Ballina Surfing Beaches Ballina Area, North Coast, Ballina

    Whether you’re a toddler dipping your toes in for the first time, or a world-class surfer, with over 32 kilometres of coastline to choose from, ...

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  • Baysail Full Day Whale Watching Tour Ballina, North Coast

    Whale watching cruises run from July through to November. These cruises offer a fantastic opportunity to connect with the humpback whles as they jour...

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  • Summerland Surf School Surfing Lessons Ballina, Evans Head, Lennox Head, North Coast

    Come and have fun with Summerland Surf School. The lessons go for 2 hours giving you heaps of time to learn surf safety, body surfing and practical su...

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  • Kool Katz Learn to Surf School Seven Day Learn to Surf Package Byron Bay, North Coast

    Seven four hour group surf lessons.Day One you'll learn to stand up and ride waves of at least 40 metres (they guarantee it) and learn to catch yo...

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  • Kool Katz Learn to Surf School Private Surf Lesson for Two Ballina, North Coast

    A three and a half hour intensive learn to surf session with just you, a friend and your own qualified coach who will get you standing up and surfing ...

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  • Boomerang Bus Tours Crystal Castle Tour Byron Bay, North Coast

    The Crystal Castle Tour departs Byron Bay. You might see whales from the Cape Byron Lookout, before visiting the amazing Crystal Castle and its wonder...

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  • Boomerang Bus Tours Hinterland Tour Byron Bay, Nimbin, North Coast

    Highlights of this tour include Byron Bay to Cape Rocky Creek Dam and a guided rainforest walk. The tour includes a visit to Nimbin or the Crystal Ca...

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