4 Sydney Kayaking Tours Worth Booking

1.Sydney: Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,899 reviews · 2 hours · from $119Our pick

Meet at d’Albora Marinas Rushcutters Bay for a guided two-hour kayak outing on Sydney Harbour. You’ll receive safety gear, paddle near the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, and get free guide-taken photos and videos. The tour ends with coffee and a croissant or pastry at Navy Bear Cafe. English guides include Liam, Rachel, Warren, and Ashley.

“Great experience. Never kayaked before, but put totally at ease. Good clear instructions. Ashley, Rachel, Liam & Nick (sorry if I forgot anyone or got names wrong), were so friendly and made sure we all gad a good experience. We even got a sunrise on what started out a wet & cloudy morning. Lovely way to start your day. A must do activity.”

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2.Sydney: Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 869 reviews · 2 hours · from $126

Start at Milson Park Boatramp in Kirribilli for a two-hour guided kayak tour with LED-lit boats, a safety briefing, and views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Qualified guides, including team members such as Bo, Charlie, Dan, and Helena, help beginners, take photos, and finish the outing with a $20 breakfast credit at Flying Bear Café.

“Really enjoyed this sunrise kayaking trip. The workers were so lovely and even took photos for us! Well worth the money and would highly recommend!”

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3.Sydney Harbour Bridge Kayak & Breakfast Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 325 reviews · from $139

Start at 7:00 am in Lavender Bay for a guided kayak trip beneath the Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House. Guide Sam provides safety instruction, local stories, and help on the water. Stop at Thelma & Louise Café for breakfast, then paddle back. The group is limited to 12 people.

“Brilliant experience! Sam was a great guide and gave us a tow when we were struggling against the wind. Had a lovely breakfast at the halfway point and Sam gave us lots of recommendations for places to eat or visit. Would definitely do it again (but maybe not in winter)”

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4.Sydney: Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 205 reviews · 2h 30m · from $67Best value

Paddle Manly Cove with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Collins Flat, Store and Quarantine beaches. You’ll pass caves, rock formations and small waterfalls, then enjoy orange juice and snacks at a secluded beach. Choose a single or double sit-on-top kayak, with guides such as Owen, Jackson and Elsie offering calm instruction for beginners.

“Our guide Jack was really friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. He provided lots of history for us on the trip too. Unfortunately we were hit by bad weather half way through so we didn’t get to visit all the beaches, but we did get a ride back on a speedboat so had some extra fun thrown in”

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