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15 Best Sydney Kayak Tours

The paddle trips locals book visitors onto: sunrise kayaks under the bridge with coffee on a beach only boats can reach, and harbour loops that trade the ferry deck for water level. Sunrise is flat-calm and worth the alarm.

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

Experience Sydney’s iconic sights from the water at sunrise on a guided kayak tour past the Opera House and under Harbour Bridge, including breakfast.

★ 5.0

“Instructors were very friendly and informative, giving facts about the area as we kayaked around. You could tell they enjoy what they do. We were given the opportunity to rest and have photos taken of us by the team which was great. Breakfast voucher included…”

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4.Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local

Experience Sydney Harbour from the water with a guided kayak tour to Goat Island. Enjoy iconic views, wildlife, and historical insights in 3.5 hours.

★ 5.0

“Matt was an excellent host and treated everyone with kindness, while being aware and welcoming of any skill level. The trip itself was informative, both in terms of the vessels themselves and of the areas and history we were traveling around. This is among my…”

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5.Sydney: Sunset Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour

Experience Sydney Harbour at sunset on a small-group kayak tour. Enjoy iconic views, expert guides, and photos, all in 1.5 hours of gentle paddling.

★ 5.0

“They made sure we got our picture moment and took us around the bay! We got a little background on the history of it all and all of our guides were so friendly and welcoming!”

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6.Sydney: Sunset Kayak Tour with Opera House Views

Experience stunning Sydney Harbour at sunset on a guided kayak tour. Paddle past iconic sights like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge in 1.5 hours.

★ 4.7

“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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8.Sydney’s Middle Harbour Sea Kayaking Eco Tour (Fully Guided)

Explore Sydney’s lush Middle Harbour on a guided eco-friendly kayak tour. Enjoy wildlife, scenic views, and a peaceful paddle for all skill levels.

★ 5.0

“The kayak trip was wonderful and our guide Angela was super informative and did a magnificent job guiding us around the harbor. I highly recommend the tour.”

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9.Sydney: Sunset Kayak – Opera & Harbour Bridge Tour (5p. max)

Experience Sydney’s iconic landmarks at sunset on a small-group kayak tour, with stunning views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, suitable for all skill levels.

★ 4.9

“Our guide Izaac (Baldy) was brilliant and made the experience completely enjoyable and stress free!! We absolutely loved every minute I’d highly recommend this tour!!”

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10.Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches

Experience the scenic beauty of Manly Cove on a relaxed 2.5-hour guided kayak tour. Perfect for all levels, with stunning beaches, local history, and friendly guides.

★ 5.0

“This experience was so much fun and definitely worth the time! It’s not an easy kayaking experience, it does require a good amount of effort but don’t let that steer you away. As long as you have some experience and feel comfortable paddling you will…”

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11.Double Kayak Hire – 4 Hours

Discover Sydney’s hidden beaches and scenic waterways with a 4-hour double kayak hire, perfect for beginners and nature lovers alike.

★ 5.0

“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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13.Sydney: Kayak to Goat Island At The Heart of Sydney Harbour

Experience Sydney Harbour from the water on a 3-hour kayak tour to Goat Island. Enjoy stunning views, expert guides, and exclusive land access.

★ 5.0

“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…”

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