BUCCARUMBI CANOE FIELD GUIDE
Wild Rivers, Free Entry: A Community Whitewater Paddle on the Nymboida and Boyd at Buccarumbi
A free, community-focused half‑day whitewater canoe experience (Saturday) with optional Sunday activities at Exodus Property in Buccarumbi — an easy way to learn paddling and river safety with qualified guides.
Wild Rivers, Free Entry: A Community Whitewater Paddle on the Nymboida and Boyd at Buccarumbi.
Set on Exodus Adventures’ Buccarumbi property in New South Wales, this community paddle weekend offers a half‑day whitewater canoe run on the Nymboida or Boyd River led by experienced guides. Designed for all skill levels and open to participants aged 10 and up, the event combines supervised river time, safety instruction and a chance to connect with other paddlers in a wild‑river setting.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Half‑day whitewater paddle on the Nymboida or Boyd
The core offering is a guided, half‑day whitewater canoe paddle—roughly three hours on the river—run from a Buccarumbi base with transfers to put‑in and pull‑out points provided by the operator.
A free, family‑friendly weekend to meet and learn
This event is a community invitation to try whitewater canoeing, meet new people and share a family‑friendly outdoor experience; attendance is free for the paddle, with limited spots available for participants.
Guides, safety gear and on‑site provisions
Qualified whitewater instructors lead the paddles and the day includes life jackets, helmets, rescue gear, 4WD support, communications and free refreshments plus a BBQ lunch on Saturday.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You arrive at the Exodus property at Buccarumbi, are transferred to the river put‑in by the support team, fitted with a PFD and helmet, and spend a guided half‑day paddling down sections of the Nymboida or Boyd under instructor supervision—learning river safety, practising strokes and enjoying time in a wild‑river landscape before returning for refreshments and a BBQ.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this weekend suits — and who to think twice for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a water bottle, towel, sunscreen, sun‑safe swimwear, a hat, closed‑in shoes that can get wet (old joggers or sneakers; no slip‑ons), and spare dry clothes to change into after the paddle.
Saturday includes life jacket (PFD), helmet and rescue gear provided by the operator, plus sunscreen, free water/fruit/snacks, a BBQ lunch, transfers to river put‑ins/pull‑outs, 4WD support, Wilderness First Aid kit and radio/InReach communications.
Dry hire equipment options are available on Sunday by arrangement; Sunday activities include BYO fishing, picnics and supervised swimming.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need prior whitewater experience to join?
No—no prior experience is required. Qualified whitewater instructors lead the half‑day paddles and provide instruction and supervision.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be 10 years or older to paddle; there is no upper age limit.
How long is the paddle on Saturday?
The Saturday whitewater paddle is approximately three hours, with a start time of 9:00am and an expected finish around 1:30pm.
Are there limits on how many people can paddle?
Yes—there are limited spots available for paddling (32 spots). Family and friends are welcome to attend but paddling places are restricted.
What is included on the day?
Included on Saturday are qualified instructors and guides, transfers to river access points, PFDs, helmets, rescue gear, 4WD support, wilderness first aid kit, radios and InReach, sunscreen, free water/fruit/snacks and a BBQ lunch.
Who can I contact for more information or to book equipment hire?
Email [email protected] or call 0410 404 078 for questions, equipment dry hire options on Sunday or to discuss staying overnight on Saturday.
Are children supervised while swimming on Sunday?
Yes—parents and guardians must always supervise children when swimming during Sunday activities.