Sydney Harbour Guided Kayak Tours

There is nothing which will make you feel more alive than being out on the water and paddling a kayak on one of our tours. From overcoming your fears of the water accompanied with the challenge of paddling, feeling the wind against your face and the spray of water, your sense of achievement will be overwhelming as well as feeling great after some gentle exercise on the water.

Sydney Harbour offers one of the most spectacular settings for paddling a kayak. We are lucky enough to offer you two locations from which to paddle one of our tours from and both have their highlights and will amaze you:

Woolloomooloo (underneath Andrew Boy Charlton pool), near the Domain/Botanical Gardens. From here, we paddle past the naval ships at Garden Island, around the domain with stunning views to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. From here, we paddle to the Opera House (this is the closest you will be able to get on the water side). The view never ceases to amaze. We then paddle past Fort Denison and onto Clark Island where we relax and enjoy the peace of this tranquil place before heading back to Woolloomooloo where you can shower at the pool and perhaps grab some more food and/or a coffee at the great Café there.

Rose Bay, New South Head road and corner of Vickery Avenue (opposite Rose Bay RSL club). From here, we paddle to Nielsen Park, stopping off at the secluded harbor beaches on the way including a visit to historic Strickland House with fantastic views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. At Nielsen Park, there is a kiosk with additional food/coffee if you want to purchase something. Weather dependent, we stop at one of the beaches for a swim and also paddle to Shark Island. You will be amazed at the peace and tranquility which can be found.

What to wear:

You will get wet so please wear something suitable for kayaking such as swimmers with a t-shirt/ rash vest on top plus shorts or bike pants (whatever feels comfortable paddling). If you like, you can wear waterproof shoes (such as crocs/ thongs) but no shoes is fine on the kayaks.

What to bring:

  • Hat
  • 30+ sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel
  • Dry change of clothes

Rates:

$90 per person. This tour is suitable for beginners to experienced kayakers.

The price includes:

  • Fully qualified and experienced guide
  • 2-3 hours guided tour
  • Paddling tuition
  • All kayaking and safety equipment as per NSW Maritime License HD0324
  • Photos emailed (including on water in front of Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge)
  • Refreshments (water, juice, fruit and home-baked treats)

There is a minimum of 2 people per tour. If you are on your own, please call up and ask when the next arranged tour is and we can fit you in with another group.

Other fun experiences can be catered for including team building events, hens and bucks parties, romantic outings, sunset tours, school groups, parties, picnics and lessons/tuitions.

Call Sophie on 0430 950333 or email her at Sophie@ozpaddle.com.au for further information and ideas for a kayaking adventure on Sydney Harbour.

Our People

Sophie Morgan

Sophie Morgan

Sophie started paddling in 2005. Her passion for the sport has seen her compete in many Australian races, from short distance surf lifesaving to longer ocean races and river races around the country.

Rose Bay

Rose Bay, New South Head road and corner of Vickery Avenue (opposite Rose Bay RSL club). From here, we paddle to Nielsen Park, stopping off at the secluded harbor beaches on the way including a visit to historic Strickland House with fantastic views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. At Nielsen Park, there is a kiosk with additional food/coffee if you want to purchase something. Weather dependent, we stop at one of the beaches for a swim and also paddle to Shark Island. You will be amazed at the peace and tranquility which can be found.

Rates

$90 per person. This tour is suitable for beginners to experienced kayakers.

The price includes:

  • Fully qualified and experienced guide
  • 2-3 hours guided tour
  • Paddling tuition
  • All kayaking and safety equipment as per NSW Maritime License HD0324
  • Photos emailed (including on water in front of Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge)
  • Refreshments (water, juice, fruit and home-baked treats)

There is a minimum of 2 people per tour. If you are on your own, please call up and ask when the next arranged tour is and we can fit you in with another group.

Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo (underneath Andrew Boy Charlton pool), near the Domain/Botanical Gardens. From here, we paddle past the naval ships at Garden Island, around the domain with stunning views to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. From here, we paddle to the Opera House (this is the closest you will be able to get on the water side). The view never ceases to amaze. We then paddle past Fort Denison and onto Clark Island where we relax and enjoy the peace of this tranquil place before heading back to Woolloomooloo where you can shower at the pool and perhaps grab some more food and/or a coffee at the great Café there.

Guided tours 9am-11am Monday to Friday or by appointment (early mornings are best due to less wind generally)

Rates

$90 per person. This tour is suitable for beginners to experienced kayakers.

The price includes:

  • Fully qualified and experienced guide
  • 2-3 hours guided tour
  • Paddling tuition
  • All kayaking and safety equipment as per NSW Maritime License HD0324
  • Photos emailed (including on water in front of Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge)
  • Refreshments (water, juice, fruit and home-baked treats)

There is a minimum of 2 people per tour. If you are on your own, please call up and ask when the next arranged tour is and we can fit you in with another group.