On the Water Without the Logistical Headache: Shuttle & Hire for the Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail

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On the Water Without the Logistical Headache: Shuttle & Hire for the Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail

Three-day shuttle service and equipment hire that lets paddlers spend more time on Australia’s longest mapped whitewater trail, with local expertise and safety-first logistics.

On the Water Without the Logistical Headache: Shuttle & Hire for the Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail.

Duration
Three days
Location
Buccarumbi
Operator
Exodus Adventures
Category
Canoe
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Exodus Adventures’ shuttle and equipment-hire service streamlines a three-day passage on sections of the Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail, pairing decades of local whitewater experience with exclusive river access, safety briefings and a broad inventory of hire gear so you can focus on paddling the Boyd and Nymboida rivers.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Australia’s longest mapped whitewater trail

The Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail stretches across more than 195 km of varied whitewater between Nymboi-Binderay National Park and Copmanhurst—Exodus’ shuttle service helps you sample key sections without the road logistics.

THE SERVICE

Shuttles, private access and real local knowledge

Exodus supplies Boyd and Nymboida river shuttles, exclusive access to private-property riverfronts, monitoring of river heights and rain while you’re on the water, and over 35 years of regional whitewater experience to advise on each section.

THE GEAR

Comprehensive hire options and safety-focused briefings

Beyond canoes, hire options include camping, satellite and rescue equipment; all hires include an experienced guide-led safety and river skills briefing, and half- or full-day whitewater training is available.

What the day feels like

What the three-day shuttle-and-hire feels like

This service minimizes time off the water: you arrive prepared, receive a safety and river-skills briefing from an experienced guide, and use Exodus’ vehicles and trailers to move teams and gear between put-ins and take-outs while the operator monitors river heights and weather and provides timely updates.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this shuttle and hire service suits — and when to be cautious.

1
Experienced whitewater paddlersIdeal for paddlers who want to move quickly between prime river sections and rely on local shuttles and equipment; benefits from the operator’s 35+ years of regional knowledge.
2
Novice paddlers taking trainingA good option if you pair hire with the offered half- or full-day whitewater training and the guide-led safety briefing; note that operations will be limited or refused in high-water conditions.
3
Groups and clubsWell suited to groups that need vehicle logistics or large shuttles—the operator can provide troopies, a 24-seater bus, and multi-canoe trailers—contact the operator to arrange group transport.
4
Equipment rentersSuitable for paddlers who want to hire canoes plus camping, satellite and rescue gear, but must accept the operator’s hire and rescue/recovery policies when booking.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Waterproof personal packing is essential: use high-quality heavy-duty garbage bags for waterproofing 60L canoe barrels and spare large clip-seal bags for personal items; note that dry bags do not fit efficiently into canoe barrels.

Waterproofing & packing

Operator recommends Multix-style garden drawtight garbage bags for 60L canoe barrels and clip-seal bags for personal items; follow their waterproofing guidance for hired canoe barrels.

Equipment available for hire

Exodus hires more than canoes: an extensive list includes camping, satellite and rescue equipment alongside boats and paddling kit.

Safety & training

All hires include an experienced guide-led safety and river-skill talk before launch; half- or full-day whitewater training sessions are available before or as part of a dry hire.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the shuttle + hire experience?

The offering outlined is structured around a three-day experience.

Which rivers do you provide shuttles for?

Shuttles are provided for the Boyd River and the Nymboida River.

What equipment can I hire?

Beyond canoes, Exodus hires camping, satellite and rescue equipment and a broad range of paddling kit.

What happens if the river is too high?

If the river is too high the operator will not hire equipment; bookings are subject to the operator’s Hire Policy & Conditions and Rescue & Recovery Policy.

Is training or a safety briefing included?

Yes—an experienced guide provides a safety and river-skill talk before you launch; half- or full-day whitewater training sessions are also offered.

How do I arrange a 24-seater bus for my shuttle?

To arrange use of the 24-seater bus for a shuttle, email or call the operator at 0410 404 078.

Where is the meeting location?

A specific meeting location is not provided in the listing; contact the operator to confirm pick-up and drop-off arrangements.