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The 15 Best Sydney Kayaking Tours

23 tours  Β·  from $35 a head

The good sydney kayaking tours fill up in summer and the best go first. Below: the 15 to lock in early, what each includes and how they differ.

Sydney: Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour - The sunrise paddle and its photo stops
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Sydney: Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour

1.Harbour Sunrise Kayak Tour

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

Join a two-hour guided kayak tour from Rushcutters Bay, paddle close to the Opera House with Harbour Bridge views, and pause for photos along the way. Guides provide kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and free photos and videos. Coffee and a croissant or pastry at Navy Bear Cafe are included afterward. You need to be at least 12.

“We were a group of 4 friends, booked on for sunrise kayaking activities. Top notch service, excellent coffee, total fun. Recommended”

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Sydney: Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge - Starting at Milson Park boat ramp
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Sydney: Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge

2.Sunrise Kayak, Opera House & Under Harbour Bridge

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

Launch from Milson Park boat ramp in Kirribilli for a guided, LED-lit sunrise paddle around Sydney Harbour. Your guide handles the safety briefing and takes photos near the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Kayak gear is included, as is a $20 credit for breakfast and coffee at Flying Bear CafΓ©, beside the launch point.

“Really enjoyed it. Instructors were excellent and the photos after were a real bonus 🀩”

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Sydney Harbour Bridge Kayak & Breakfast Tour - Paddling beneath the Harbour Bridge
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Sydney Harbour Bridge Kayak & Breakfast Tour

3.Sydney Harbour Bridge Kayak & Breakfast Tour

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

Start at Quibaree Park at 7:00 am for a roughly three-hour guided paddle beneath the Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House. Your small group heads toward Lavender Bay for breakfast at Thelma & Louise CafΓ©, then paddles back. Kayaks, safety gear, instruction, breakfast, and emailed photos are included.

“so cool and enjoy every minute！the view is good the breakfast is good！and very safety we have a 8 years child finish the tour”

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Half-Day Jervis Bay Sea Kayak Tour - Following the coast toward Murrays Beach
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Half-Day Jervis Bay Sea Kayak Tour

4.Half-Day Jervis Bay Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · from $104

Set out from Huskisson at 7:45 am for a five-hour guided sea-kayaking trip along Booderee National Park’s coast. Paddle toward Murrays Beach and Bowen Island, look for dolphins, stingrays, seabirds and seasonal whales, then pause at a sandy beach for cake, fruit and hot drinks. Dane is a guide named for the tour. The group is limited to eight.

“Gorgeous way to see the bay. Dane the guide was excellent, very professional and passionate about the area. A very memorable morning.”

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Sydney: Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches - Paddling Toward Collins Flat, Store, and Quarantine Beaches
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Sydney: Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches

5.Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches

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

Set out from Manly with a guide for a relaxed 150-minute paddle to Collins Flat, Store, and Quarantine beaches. You’ll pass caves, rock formations, and small waterfalls, hear about local history, and stop for juice and snacks. No kayaking experience is needed, but you must be able to swim 100 metres.

“Really enjoyable experience. Loved the paddling, scenery and the history imparted.”

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Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local - Framing the Harbour Bridge from a kayak
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Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local

6.Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · from $91

Join Sydney-born sea-kayak guide Matt Bezzina for a 3.5-hour paddle from Blackwattle Bay to Goat Island, also called Memel. Use a quality sea kayak and supplied safety gear, pause for professional photos with the Harbour Bridge, then land for a guided island walk among native bush, birdlife and old sandstone buildings.

“Going kayaking to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with a group of four and a professional local giude was an incredible enjoyable experience. We learned how to paddle on a sea kayak, how to catch waves, and even discovered a lot of interesting history about Sydney. I highly recommend this trip, so go for it!”

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Sydney: Sunset Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour - The briefing, boat and first stretch on the water
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Sydney: Sunset Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour

7.Sunset Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 1h 30m · from $105

Set out from Lavender Bay for a guided sunset paddle on Sydney Harbour. In a group capped at 14, you’ll get a safety briefing, gear and about 90 minutes on the water, with views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Circular Quay. Guides take photos and videos, and guides on past trips have included Bo, Adrian, Zoly and Tierna.

“Such a fab experience! The guides were so friendly and made the experience fun and interesting. Would 100% recommended if your in Sydney!”

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Sydney: Sunset Kayak Tour with Opera House Views - The Harbour Bridge in late-afternoon light
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Sydney: Sunset Kayak Tour with Opera House Views

8.Sunset Kayak Tour with Opera House Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 94 reviews · 1h 30m · from $106

Join a guide for a 90-minute sunset paddle from Blues Point Reserve, with views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Luna Park. The group is limited to nine, and guides speak English and Portuguese. Guides such as Fab, Fabrizio, Frank, Jack, and Frankie have led trips, though who you meet can vary. Kayaks, paddles, and life jackets are included.

“Fab was a great fun and pleasant tour guide! I would do the tour again. Fab was also great with beginners, it was my boyfriends first time on a kayak and Fab made us both feel safe and comfortable.”

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Sydney: Opera & Harbour Bridge Small-Group Kayak Tour - What the paddle route is designed to show you
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Sydney: Opera & Harbour Bridge Small-Group Kayak Tour

9.Opera & Harbour Bridge Small-Group Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 2 hours · from $84

Set out from Lavender Bay with a guide from Top Sydney Kayak for a two-hour paddle toward the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and Luna Park. You’ll use a single kayak, get a safety briefing and basic instruction, and receive photos at no extra charge. Groups are capped at five, and guides speak English or Spanish.

“Such a nice activity, and unique experience to see the harbour from a different perspective. Would recommend 😊”

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Sydney: Sunset Kayak - Opera & Harbour Bridge Tour (5p. max) - Luna Park from the water
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Sydney: Sunset Kayak – Opera & Harbour Bridge Tour (5p. max)

10.Sunset Kayak – Opera & Harbour Bridge Tour (5p. max)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 62 reviews · 2 hours · from $113

Meet a certified guide from Top Sydney Kayak at Lavender Bay for a two-hour sunset paddle past Luna Park, the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. You’ll get a safety briefing, kayak gear and coaching for beginners, plus free photos of the trip. Tours are offered in English and Spanish, with a small-group format.

“I enjoyed the activity; everything was very well organized, the equipment was adequate, and I liked that the group was small as it felt more personalized. The guide was very friendly, and while it was good to have the instructions in English, it was a plus to have them a little clearer in my native language (Spanish). I booked just for myself, but I never felt excluded; I had my own space to enjoy the moment. I recommend it and I would do it again.”

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Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches - Quarantine Beach: the longest stop
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Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches

11.Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $68

Set out from Manly Yacht Club at 10:30am for a relaxed, 2.5-hour guided paddle to about three beaches, including Collins Flat, Quarantine and Store. Your guide supplies kayaks, drybags, snacks and hot drinks. No previous kayaking experience is required, but wind and choppy water can make paddling harder.

“Easy trip to navigate and the guide took us to the beautiful beaches with an incredible history. The harbor was busy but we were safe. It was a very enjoyable day!”

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Double Kayak Hire - 4 Hours - Getting comfortable in a double kayak
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Double Kayak Hire – 4 Hours

12.Double Kayak Hire – 4 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews

Hire a double kayak from Manly Kayak Centre and explore North Harbour at your own pace for about four hours. Staff provide paddling guidance, safety equipment, a dry bag and a map of the operating area. No previous kayak experience is required, but you must be able to swim 150 metres in open water.

“This was a last minute booking, but was a wonderful outing with family, as we paddled around the beautiful Manly inner harbour. The team were once again excellent with helping us get into the water. provided friendly advice on water conditRead more”

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Sydney: Opera House and Harbour Guided Kayak Tour - Paddling toward the Opera House and Harbour Bridge
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Sydney: Opera House and Harbour Guided Kayak Tour

13.Opera House and Harbour Guided Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 1h 30m · from $98

Launch from Milsons Park Boat Ramp in Kirribilli for a guided 90-minute paddle past views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Choose a single or double kayak, wear the supplied safety gear, and let your guide take photos and videos. Guides Bo and Pavel have led the trip, which may also offer chances to spot marine life.

“Really fun!!! The guide was very helpful and kind, my brother and I had a great time”

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Sydney: Kayak to Goat Island At The Heart of Sydney Harbour - Learning to paddle on a working harbor
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Sydney: Kayak to Goat Island At The Heart of Sydney Harbour

14.Kayak to Goat Island At The Heart of Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 3 hours · from $101

Paddle Sydney Harbour in a single or double sea kayak with a qualified guide, such as Matt or Daniel. Stop for photos framed by the Harbour Bridge, then land on Goat Island, also called Memel, using a permit included in the tour. This three-hour morning trip includes paddling tips and professional photos.

“Paddling with Matt was definitely the highlight of my Sydney visit! So much fun and such a great way to see the harbour, the goat island, the harbour bridge and the opera house! Matt is really knowledgeable and told me a lot about the history of the harbour. Definitely worth it and I would recommend it to everyone! I hope I can come back one day. Thank you Matt for this amazing day!”

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Sydney Sunrise Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour - Luna Park and the Bridge From the Water
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Sydney Sunrise Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour

15.Sydney Sunrise Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $106

Join Kayaking Sydney for a guided sunrise paddle from Blues Point, with views of Luna Park, the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House and Kirribilli House. Guides Chad and Pete have led tours praised for their humour and help with breakfast recommendations. Kayaks, lifejackets and customer photos are included. Allow 90 minutes to two hours.

“Thank you so much for a fantastic morning viewing the sunrise especially having Chad and Pete as our tour guides. Will definitely recommend to friends and family. Will definitely be back to do it again with family from London lots of love and laughs from the gigglers .πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜†. Cheers guys. Irish/ English/ semi Australian gang.πŸ‘πŸš£πŸš£β€β™€οΈπŸš£πŸš£πŸ₯‡πŸ₯‡”

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