There is nothing which will make you feel more alive than being out on the water and paddling a kayak on one of our Kayaking Sydney Harbour tours!
OUR AWARDS AND WHAT CUSTOMERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT SYDNEY HARBOUR KAYAK TOURS WITH OZPADDLE
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Kayaking Sydney Harbour offers one of the most spectacular settings for paddling. 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.
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.
Just a 10 minute walk from central Sydney, we are located under the Andrew Boy Charlton pool. We have a lockable facility for your bags. We kayak right up to Sydney opera house and behind it with amazing views of the city and harbour bridge.
Our equipment is the best you will find on any tour! You can use either a single or double kayak, which are Australian-made, high quality sit on top kayaks (light and manoeuvrable) and the best quality carbon fiber paddles (expensive and lightweight – the same paddles used by Olympic kayakers!) which you will be shown how to use correctly. Using the best equipment helps make your Kayaking Sydney Harbour experience more enjoyable as it is easier to move through the water and thus use less energy.
Sophie is a qualified kayaking instructor and you will be shown the correct techniques for paddling to ensure your tour is fun and memorable!
We only take direct bookings. This is why our prices are 25% lower than they otherwise would be and you will not find us on any booking sites or through travel agents. We aim to provide the best experience at the best price so we are the best value tour operator. Sophie’s tours are personal and unique in many ways. The only way you will find out is if you decide to come kayaking with her!
PRICING & INFORMATION
Sydney Highlights Kayak Tour
Duration: 2.5 hours
Cost: $150 per person if joining others in a group of more than three people. $500 for a private tour for 2 people (then an additional $150 per person for more than 2 people in a private tour).
All levels of fitness and kayaking experience welcome. Open to beginners of all ages. This tour is suitable for everyone.
This tour includes professional instruction on how to paddle correctly, all kayaks and safety equipment (choice of single or double Australian made lightweight kayaks and high quality carbon paddles), a qualified and experienced guide, a bottle of water each and photos of the experience, including the most spectacular photos you could have right up in front of Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
Please note, we are the only tour company which has the jurisdiction to take you paddling in this part of the harbour.
Want to buy someone a Gift Certificate for this tour?
Contact Sophie at sophie@ozpaddle.com.au to purchase a gift voucher.
Want to buy someone a Gift Certificate for this tour?
Contact Sophie at sophie@ozpaddle.com.au to purchase a gift voucher.
Sydney Adventure Kayak Tour
Duration: 4 hours (Half Day)
Cost: $250 per person if joining others in a group of more than three people. $700 for a private tour for 2 people (then an additional $250 per person for more than 2 people in a private tour).
The tour may be 4 hours long but with the high quality kayaks and paddles used, we paddle further than equivalent tours of this length or more. It involves a stop and some relaxation and is fine for people with a good level of fitness regardless of kayaking ability. For those with experience, it will be no problem at all but you will deserve a big lunch afterwards and a relaxing afternoon!
This tour includes professional instruction on how to paddle correctly, all kayaks and safety equipment (choice of single or double Australian made lightweight kayaks and high quality carbon paddles), a qualified and experienced guide, a bottle of water each, refreshments (fresh seasonal fruit and home-made coconut macaroons), and photos of the experience, including some in front of the Sydney Opera House as well as the secluded beach we travel to. The highlight of this trip is not only the Sydney Opera House but the challenge of crossing the harbour on a kayak, something not many can say they have done, as well as arriving at a beautiful, quiet beach away from the hustle bustle of city life (it is hard to believe you are actually in a city!) then crossing back with magnificent views of the city, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House.
Rose Bay Adventure Tour
Duration: 3.5 hours (Half Day)
Cost: $225 per person if joining others in a group of more than three people. $650 for a private tour for 2 people (then an additional $225 per person for more than 2 people in a private tour).
This tour is suitable for intermediate levels of fitness or kayaking. It is suitable for beginner kayakers but you need to have a good fitness level.
The tour may be 3.5 hours long but with the high quality kayaks and paddles used, we paddle further than equivalent tours of this length or more. It involves a stop and some relaxation and is fine for people with a good level of fitness regardless of kayaking ability. For those with experience, it will be no problem at all but you will deserve a big lunch afterwards and a relaxing afternoon!
This tour includes professional instruction on how to paddle correctly, all kayaks and safety equipment (choice of single or double Australian made lightweight kayaks and high quality carbon paddles), a qualified and experienced guide, a bottle of water each, refreshments (fresh seasonal fruit and home-made coconut macaroons), and photos of the experience, including some on many of the secluded beaches we travel to.
Want to buy someone a Gift Certificate for this tour?
Contact Sophie at sophie@ozpaddle.com.au to purchase a gift voucher.
TOUR INFORMATION
OzPaddle Sydney City tours start at our meeting point 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. After a paddle around Farm cove, we either head back or, for the longer tour, we either cross the harbour to a secluded beach or paddle towards Clark Island (depending on wind direction) where we relax and have some refreshments before heading back to the Andrew Boy Charlton Pool where you can shower and perhaps grab a coffee or some more food at the great cafe there.
OzPaddle Rose Bay tours start from our meeting point at the corner of New South Head Road and Vickery Avenue (opposite Rose Bay RSL club). From here, we paddle to Nielsen Park, stopping off at secluded harbour 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.
Guided tours are available daily subject to weather (early mornings are best due to less wind).
Tours are suitable for beginners to experienced kayakers.
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
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/tuition.
Please contact Sophie on 0430 950 333 or via email at sophie@ozpaddle.com.au for further information and ideas for a kayaking adventure on Sydney Harbour.
Sophie Morgan runs Tours from our Sydney City and Rose Bay locations.
Sophie holds the Flatwater Kayak Guide and Instructor accreditation from Australian Canoeing and has many years of experience in kayak racing and fitness training around the Harbour. She has been running tours on Sydney Harbour since 2009 and has paddled competitively since 2005, competing in many ocean, surf and river races around Australia. Sophie has been a Surf Lifesaver since 2001 at North Bondi Surf Club and has taught Bronze Medallion courses for 8 years. She holds a First Aid certificate and Working with Children Blue Card. She is experienced in taking individuals, corporate groups, social groups, school groups, not-for-profit organisations and council groups in various locations throughout Sydney Harbour.
She is passionate about paddling and loves showing guests the beauty of Sydney Harbour viewed from the water.