About Us – Kanu Kapers

 

Kanu Kapers Australia, established in 2002, is a family-owned and operated business with a rich history shaped by World Champion kayaker Vivienne Golding. Vivienne’s extensive experience and deep connection to the Noosa Everglades laid the foundation for the company’s commitment to providing unforgettable outdoor adventures in Noosa. In 2024, local adventurer Kris Bullen, who had founded a successful Sunshine Coast adventure business in 2018, became the proud owner of Kanu Kapers, continuing to honour the company’s legacy while driving it into the future.

We offer a diverse range of activities including kayaking, abseiling, rock climbing, hiking, kayak fishing and training. Our mission is to provide unique experiences that inspire a love and respect for nature, while preserving the stunning Noosa Everglades for future generations. The Noosa Everglades, one of the world’s most pristine wetlands, is teeming with rare plants and wildlife. To minimize impact on this delicate ecosystem, we’ve custom-designed our sea kayaks with long water lines and rudders, allowing you to explore the full Everglades system under your own power with minimum impact on the environment. The sounds of your paddle gliding through the water and the bird songs will accompany you on your journey through this tranquil paradise.

Based in Boreen Point on the Noosa River, Kanu Kapers is located on the Northern side of the Noosa Shire and its sun-drenched beaches, a renowned destination for outdoor adventures. Our locally handcrafted kayaks, professional eco-guides, and fresh, locally sourced food are all part of the experience we offer.

Our full day and multi day tours depart from the Elanda Point, Great Sandy National Park Noosa Everglades Kayak and Canoe Launch area. We’re proud to have been recognized as the Best Eco Tour in Australia and New Zealand in 2018 and 2019. As part of our commitment to sustainability, we’ve partnered with Plastic Free Noosa to eliminate all single-use plastics from our tours and maintain Advanced Eco Accreditation.

Guests can also choose to offset their carbon footprint by contributing to our partner, Queensland Koala Crusaders when booking their tours, which works to build local wildlife corridors. We ensure that no chemicals are used in our business, and we have a robust recycling program that includes containers for change, scrunchy plastics and composting for fruit and veggie scraps.

Our team consists of highly skilled outdoor facilitators, each an expert in their field, whether it’s kayaking, white-water rafting, training, abseiling, rock climbing or hiking, ensuring that every guest has a safe, enriching, and enjoyable adventure.

Explore the beauty and tranquility of the Noosa Everglades with Kanu Kapers today.

Kris Bullen (Director)

Kris Bullen is an avid outdoor enthusiast who grew up as an only child in the bush and later in the small surfing town of Coolum Beach. Surrounded by nature, his childhood was filled with walks and rides through the outdoors, where he encountered birds, kangaroos, snakes, and insects.

His passion for flora and fauna is matched by his dedication to community health and welfare, which led him to pursue university studies in science, public health, and psychology, earning a degree in Science with a major in Public Health.

Kris has had a diverse career, with notable roles including:

  • Police Constable in the Queensland Police Service
  • Project Manager for the Queensland Department of Employment and Training
  • Quality and Compliance Manager for Skills International, a Registered Training Organisation
  • Workplace Health and Safety Officer for various organisations

Kris’s hobbies are varied, with hiking, abseiling, snorkelling, mountain biking, camping, kayaking, skateboarding and fishing among his favourites. He holds black belts in several martial arts and has served as a Queensland Scout and Venturer leader.

He also holds numerous formal certifications, including:

  • Vertical Rescue
  • Operation of Communications Equipment
  • Wilderness First Aid
  • Bushwalking
  • Four-Wheel Driving
  • Food Safety (HACCP)
  • Navigation
  • Business Management
  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Training and Assessment
  • Physiology and Anatomy
  • Epidemiology

Vivienne Golding (founder)

As Australian Champion Slalom Kayaker, Vivienne is also a champion business strategist with exceptional vision, determination and commitment. Vivienne spent many years of her life as an elite athlete, winning numerous Australian championships and representing Australia internationally. She holds a Masters in Business Administration and her passion is helping individuals, teams and businesses find success solutions to help them be their best.
Vivienne is focussed, disciplined, results driven and compassionate by nature, an excellent balance in her facilitation and business consulting. As a strong advocate of the power of goal setting, Vivienne is highly skilled in helping leaders, business owners and teams set goals and develop strategy to improve productivity and overall results.
Vivienne has over twenty years of experience facilitating groups of people and leaders in wilderness situations and on-site in their business environment. Passionate about personal development and learning, Vivienne has inspired many people to develop strengths beyond the realm of the business environment. Vivienne is an exceptional facilitator and trainer and holds qualifications in training and assessment.
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