Cape Byron State Conservation Area Tours and Activities

Heading over to the Lighthouse during blue hour before sunrise gives it a very different look compared to during the day. On this particular morning the clouds meant there was going to be no spectacular sunrise anyway so made the most of the situation.
Heading over to the Lighthouse during blue hour before sunrise gives it a very different look compared to during the day. On this particular morning the clouds meant there was going to be no spectacular sunrise anyway so made the most of the situation.
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If you are in Northeasterly New South Wales or Southeastern Queensland, Byron Bay offers a lot for such a tiny town. It's known as a major backpacker's stop for it's party/beach lifestyle. A big highlight to see here would be the Cape Byron Lighthouse which is the most easterly point of mainland Australia. I highly recommend getting there before dawn and watching the sun rise. It is fascinating to hear the crashing waves in the complete dark and watching everything slowly light up as the sun rises. There is a quaint lighthouse in great shape with a mini-museum inside if you are into that kind of thing. Also, if you are trekking through between May and August, you may be able to catch a glimpse of humpback whales migrating.
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Azur Byron Bay

Azur Byron Bay

4.5 out of 5
Price was NZ$2,254, price is now NZ$1,636 per person
NZ$1,636
per person
15 Apr - 19 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Ballina (BNK)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (226 reviews)
Beautiful property, very clean and the bed was so comfortable. The staff were very helpful. Fantastic stay.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Aloha Byron Bay

Aloha Byron Bay

4.5 out of 5
Price was NZ$2,131, price is now NZ$1,823 per person
NZ$1,823
per person
15 Apr - 19 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Ballina (BNK)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (438 reviews)
Absolutely brilliant! Beautiful accommodation and a wonderful host

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Oasis Apartments and Treetop Houses

The Oasis Apartments and Treetop Houses

4 out of 5
Price was NZ$2,302, price is now NZ$2,007 per person
NZ$2,007
per person
15 Apr - 19 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Ballina (BNK)
9/10 Wonderful! (226 reviews)
Excellent apartment, clean and well equipped for all our needs. Great service and was an overall pleasant stay.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Popular places to visit

Clarkes Beach

Clarkes Beach

4.5/5(118 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clarkes Beach during your trip to Byron Bay? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

Clarkes Beach
Cape Byron Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse and a sunset

Cape Byron Lighthouse

4.5/5(412 reviews)

Enjoy magnificent ocean views, learn about shipwrecks and spot dolphins when you visit this historic lighthouse on mainland Australia’s most easterly point.

Cape Byron Lighthouse
The Pass showing general coastal views, a sunset and a beach

The Pass

4.5/5(46 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Pass during your travels in Byron Bay? You can seek out the cycling trails in this walkable area.

The Pass
Wategos Beach which includes a sandy beach

Wategos Beach

4.5/5(316 reviews)

Swim or stroll at this beach sheltered by the rocky bluff of Cape Byron and you might see dolphins surfing on the offshore swell.

Wategos Beach
Arakwal National Park featuring a beach

Arakwal National Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Watch whales on the horizon and shorebirds on the water’s edge as you stroll along the shoreline of this beach reserve stretching south of Cape Byron.

Arakwal National Park
Main Beach which includes mist or fog and a beach as well as a couple

Main Beach

4.5/5(436 reviews)

Snap photos of the emerald peaks, take part in aquatic activities at the surf club and stroll through forest paths near this urban beach.

Main Beach

Top Cape Byron State Conservation Area Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
20-22 Fletcher Street Byron Bay NSW
Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
Glen Villa Resort

Glen Villa Resort

2.5 out of 5
80-86 Butler Street Byron Bay NSW
Glen Villa Resort
Drifter Byron Bay

Drifter Byron Bay

3 out of 5
1 Lateen Ln Byron Bay NSW
Drifter Byron Bay
Waves Byron Bay

Waves Byron Bay

4.5 out of 5
35 Lawson Street Byron Bay NSW
Waves Byron Bay
Wollongbar Motel

Wollongbar Motel

3.5 out of 5
19-21 Shirley Street Byron Bay NSW
Wollongbar Motel
Reflections Byron Bay - Holiday Park

Reflections Byron Bay - Holiday Park

3 out of 5
1 Lighthouse Road Byron Bay NSW
Reflections Byron Bay - Holiday Park
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

3.5 out of 5
399 Ewingsdale Road Byron Bay NSW
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Byron Beachcomber

Byron Beachcomber

3.5 out of 5
23-25 Shirley Street Byron Bay NSW
Byron Beachcomber
The Lord Byron

The Lord Byron

3.5 out of 5
120 Jonson Street Byron Bay NSW
The Lord Byron
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