Discover the Macquarie Marshes

Explore wetlands by kayak and watch waterbirds. Paddle through the Nature Reserve - a restricted area. Tours in spring + some other dates through the year.

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Stunning Wetlands

Soak up the serenity of remote inland wetlands, where time stands still. The only way to access this beautiful part of the Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve.

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Local Knowledge

Bron lives in the Marshes each spring, and being local to the region, visits regularly for the rest of the year.

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Environmental Scientist

Guided by Bron, who has worked for several years in river--based environmental science, native fish habitat, bush regeneration, and as an ecologist for NPWS.

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Experience one of Australia’s most significant wetlands, teeming with birdlife and rich vegetation.

The Macquarie Marshes are a nationally and internationally significant (Ramsar-listed) wetland, providing habitat for waterbirds, including migratory and a range of endangered species. The Marshes are one of the largest and most diverse wetlands in the Murray-Darling Basin.

Situated in a remote area between Warren, Quambone and Carinda, you can escape the crowds in north-west NSW and unwind in peace.  The Marshes are approximately 89% private property, and 11% Nature Reserve (which is not open to the public). Hence, there are limited opportunities for the public to see the Marshes unless you book a tour with us.

The purpose of the Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve, managed by the National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS), is primarily conservation and research. Our tours offer a unique experience in this ecologically rich area. 

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Tours run in spring + some other dates during the year. Small group sizes (usually up to 4 people), or contact us for larger groups, including schools.

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Hi, I’m Bron and I’ll be your guide.

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Local to the region, I have excellent knowledge of the Macquarie Marshes - and have been paddling in the Marshes for the past eight years.

Other than running tours, I have worked the last several years in environmental science – mostly river management, native fish ecology, habitat restoration, and feral cat monitoring. This has included government departments such as NSW DPI Fisheries and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), and NGOs such as Landcare and OzFish Unlimited.

I also work in environmental education, with one of my jobs being the guide for NPWS Discovery Tours in the Macquarie Marshes.

Kayaking and canoeing are my favourite pastimes, so I’m stoked to be able to combine my love of paddling with my passion for environmentalism in these incredible wetlands! I am also an advocate for saving our rivers and wetlands, and I see my tours as helping people to experience and value the Macquarie Marshes.

As a qualified kayak and canoe guide, instructor and assessor under the Paddle Australia Qualification Scheme, I love training others to become guides and helping them develop their skills on the water. Keeping you safe while you enjoy the Marshes is my number one priority.

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What our visitors say…

  • "Such an amazing opportunity to see a special place. Great to have the guidance of someone who is passionate about the environment and knows so much about the area and to stay at Willie Retreat."

    - Blue Mountains Councillor Sarah Radshaw

  • " I went on a half day paddle with Bron and it was one of the best things I have done in NSW. Excellent birdlife and I feel lucky to have been able to see the Marshes like this."

    - Estelle Maree

  • "John and I had such wonderful and informative Macquarie Marshes swamp tours with you. We are so glad we found you! You made the beautiful swamplands and wildlife so much more accessible for us. And we admire your passion for protecting wetlands. So important. Hoping to be back next year."

    -Fiona Lumsden

  • "I highly recommend this paddle. It’s an easy tour and the flow of water makes is very relaxing time. Bron has a wealth of knowledge of the Marshes. You won’t be disappointed."

    - Clayton Norman

  • "We had an absolute blast. One of the highlights of our Macquarie Marshes 5 day stay. See you again Spring ‘25 "

    - John French

Have questions about our tours or group bookings?

Please email, phone us, or fill in the contact form and we will be in touch. You can also check our Frequently Asked Questions.

Bron Powell
Phone: 0415 396 696
Email: marshestours@gmail.com

Paddle through nature with Macquarie Marshes Kayak Tours.

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