Byron Bay - the destination

Restaurants and Cafés

Byron Bay is renowned for a wide selection when it comes to dining out. From casual meals to fine dining for special occasions. Your only problem will be choosing which restaurant you will dine at next.

Byron Bay Beaches

Byron Bay is Australia's favorite holiday destination. The natural beauty of the beaches and amazing hinterland make it a perfect place to relax in style and warmth too.

Being a popular surfing destination, Byron Bay is home to a number of popular beaches including:

• The Wreck: A popular surf break created by the wreck of the SS Wollongbar.
• Main Beach: A popular beach with a patrolled swimming area located at the end of Jonson Street.
• Clarks Beach: Located at the southern end of Main Beach before the headland of The Pass begins.
• The Pass: A popular surf break for long boarders, also where boats launch.
• Wategos Beach: A smaller sandy beach located at the bottom of the Cape Byron Headland Reserve.
• Tallow Beach: A 7km long beach starts in the north at Cosy Corner running south through Suffolk Park.

The Country Markets

Every weekend Byron Bay or one of the surrounding villages comes alive with the most colourful, creative, crafty markets in Australia. great shopping, bargains and fun.

Sea Kayaking

Go for an amazing guided kayaking adventure in the clear crystal waters of Cape Byron. Experience surfing the waves and have one of the best opportunities for spotting our playful dolphins. Morning or afternoon tea is included at a remote beach.

Snorkeling and Diving

Visit Julian rocks, one of the top 10 dive spots in the country for either a snorkel or scuba dive. Marvel at the array of over 400 species of marine life including loggerhead turtles, manta rays and moray eels.

Skydiving

The thrill of a lifetime - freefalling from a plane at 8, 10, or 11000 feet! We have one of the most scenic sites to skydive from in Australia with the stunning views of Cape Byron. Photos and videos of your exploits available.

Go Gliding

Experience the ultimate way to fly, on the wings of a silent glider. If you dare, assume the controls under the guidance of an experienced and friendly instructor. Take your camera for some unforgettable aerial shots of Byron, it's beaches, waterfalls and Mount Warning.

Yoga in Byron Bay

Yoga with panoramic views of ocean and hinterland at Yoga Arts Studio.

Walk to lighthouse and walking tracks

Take a leisurely walk to the Cape Byron Lighthouse, Australia's most easterly point. You will pass pristine beaches, set against a stunning backdrop. Keep a look out for dolphins and whales!

Horse Riding

Be transported out to Pegasus Park in the Byron Hinterland for a scenic horse ride. All levels of riders are catered for. We recommend the leisurely sunset ride - drink in the pastoral ambience as the sun goes down over the rolling hills of the hinterland.

Surfing

Take a group surf lesson with one of our certified coaches in some of the best beginners surf in Australia. Private coaching is also available.

To book local tours and travel including airport shuttles, please visit the Travel desk on site at The Arts Factory Backpackers Lodge. They can organise everything from surf lessons, skydiving, sea kayaking, hang gliding or transportation. Call direct on 02 6680 9817 or email us at: artsfactory@madtravelshop.com