PADDLE. RIDE. EXPERIENCE.

Your East Gippsland Escape Starts Here

GEAR UP FOR GOOD TIMES

Local Knowledge Leads You to Hidden Gems

WHERE NATURE MEETS ADVENTURE

Discover the Magic of East Gippsland

A couple on a boardwalk with their bikes check out an old wooden rail bridge.

BIKE HIRE

BIKE HIRE

Hire mountain bikes, e-bikes, cruisers or kids’ bikes and explore East Gippsland at your own pace — from forest trails to lakeside paths.

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Five female friends enjoy SUP - Stand Up Paddle Boarding - through the lakes of East Gippsland

SUP HIRE

SUP HIRE

Step up on a SUP for an hour, an arvo or a full day and glide across Cunningham Arm or further afield to search for seals and dolphins. A safe and fun adventure for families and friends.

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A couple paddle in two kayaks

KAYAK HIRE

KAYAK HIRE

From the 'front lake' of Cunningham Arm to the 'back lake' of North Arm, our kayaks get you up close to marine life and up stream to a spot of lunch at Wyanga Park Winery.

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A couple ride bikes along the East Gippsland Rail trail in Bruthen

GUIDED EXPERIENCES

GUIDED EXPERIENCES

Join guided SUP tours, kayak adventures, lessons and mountain bike rides through East Gippsland's natural wonders. Explore with local guides and discover hidden gems.

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A couple walk away from a blue helicopter after flying over Lakes Entrance.

PACKAGES

PACKAGES

Our curated East Gippsland adventure packages: bike & dine, SUP & sauna, paddling challenges, scenic rides and... helicopter to your SUP, anyone? Great for couples, friends & families.

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Owner and operator of Venture Out prepares Stand Up Paddle Boards in Lakes Entrance.

ABOUT US

ABOUT US

A bit about Venture Out and owner-operator Sarah Carlisle: lifelong adventurer with local knowledge, a passion for nature and years of guiding experience.

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OUR STORY

We make adventure our business, and our way of life.

Based in Lakes Entrance, Venture Out offers bike, kayak and SUP hire, guided experiences, and locally curated adventure packages designed to help you explore the best of East Gippsland.

Whether you’re pedalling forest singletrack, gliding across the Gippsland Lakes, or mixing a bike ride with a long lunch and a hot springs soak, we make it easy to turn a simple day out into a memorable adventure.

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SHOP OUTDOOR ESSENTIALS

Browse online or come in-store for outdoor essentials.
Bikes, watersports, scooters & accessories.

FEATURE PACKAGE

Helicopter + SUP = Your HELISUP Adventure

BIKE. DINE. BATHE

Ride the Trails. Feast on Local Fare. Bathe at the Springs.

PADDLE & PLUNGE

A guided SUP or kayak tour is followed by a well-earned soak at Metung Hot Springs.

  • star rating  Mt Bike hire and shuttle - Hired mt bikes for 2 days to ride from Bairnsdale to Nowa Nowa. Sarah was incredibly helpful and dropped the bikes off at our motel before we arrived. Definitely use... read more

    avatar thumb Tracey W
    April 26, 2024

    star rating  Excellent  - This activity was easily our highlight of our trip. Sarah was amazing, informative, helpful and friendly, dropping us off, explaining all we needed to do and highlights of our ride.... read more

    avatar thumb Ann W
    March 17, 2024
  • star rating  Had a few hours to kill in the morning and stumbled across this little gem. I hadn't made any booking but bikes were available for hire. Choose how long you... read more

    jadrankak2014
    January 5, 2018

    star rating  Kayaking fun!  - My two children and I went kayaking and had a fantastic time. The staff member was lovely and helpful. We would definitely kayak again with Venture Out!

    avatar thumb Gaylef79
    March 11, 2024
  • star rating  Father and daughter fun  - Excellent experience. Very knowledgable staff that ensured my 12 year daughter enjoyed herr first solo kayaking trip. Fully recommend this for those with young children.

    avatar thumb Stuart C
    December 13, 2025

    star rating  Had a fantastic time with Sarah on a mountain biking tour during a recent trip to Lakes. I have a low level of fitness and my partner and I... read more

    avatar thumb chichi1986
    April 6, 2018
  • star rating  A lovely way to spend a day  - The staff were friendly and helpful. Not having ridden for 10 years and with my rather arthritic knees, they were patient and allowed me a quick 'try-out' before hiring.... read more

    avatar thumb Lynne M
    June 20, 2024

    star rating  Bike adventures  - Lovely service. Kind and happy. Great bikes to ride. Well looked after.
    Easy ride from central lakes to Eastern Beach and then to Lake Bunga. Made for a pleasurable gentle... read more

    avatar thumb Boris H
    June 28, 2024
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