Sydney · CANOES & KAYAKS
11 reviewed
The shortlist to hand a friend flying in: the 11 kayak & canoe tours worth booking, each with its price, its rating, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Paddle at sunrise beside the Sydney Opera House, get free guide-shot photos/videos, and finish with coffee and a croissant by the Harbour Bridge.
“Great tour and guides who kept it fun and exciting!”
LED-lit Sydney sunrise kayak past the Opera House and under Harbour Bridge, with guided photo capture and waterfront breakfast at Flying Bear Cafe.
“It was a lovely experience and amazing to get to see Sydney harbour at sunrise. The guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. They were giving out little tips if you needed it which was so helpful. We had the best time!”
Paddle under Sydney Harbour Bridge at dawn, pass the Opera House, then enjoy breakfast at Thelma and Louise Café.
“Well worth doing. Great guide. Stunning context. Generous breakfast. Most enjoyable even for us at 75.”
Kayak the secluded beaches of Manly Cove with a small-group guide. 150 minutes, snacks included, caves, rock formations, and an optional swim.
“Great Fun! Our guide (I think Kirsten or Kristen was her name) was so lovely and super encouraging. I was apprehensive beforehand but I am so glad I did it. Would definitely recommend and would definitely recommend our lovely guide too! Thank you!”
Sea kayak from Glebe to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour, with Harbour Bridge photo moments, pro coaching, and gear included.
“What an amazing experience! Matt was an awesome guide. He relayed interesting and informative stories, gave a great tour of the island, and gave us great kayaking advice. The photos were beautiful! Don't miss out on this experience, it was the highlight of our trip to Sydney!”
Sunset kayak on Sydney Harbour from Lavender Bay. Small group, easy paddling past the Opera House and Bridge, guides take photos.
“best experience in the Sydney, and the service is perfect and warm! Try it please!”
Paddle Sydney Harbour at sunset on a small guided kayak tour. See the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Luna Park, with a McMahons Point stop.
“It was a 10/10 experience! Loved everything about it and all the guides were very nice.”
Small-group Sydney Harbour kayak past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Gear, safety briefing, and free photo gift included.
“It wad very noce. we had a small group, so he took the timre for us. He took also a lot of pictures of us. We”
Small-group kayaking from Mosman through Middle Harbour and Garigal National Park with wildlife spotting and beach morning tea in 4 hours.
“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.”
Paddle past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge at sunset on a small-group kayak tour from Lavender Bay. Includes gear and guide.
“Absolutely loved this activity! Our guide Isaac was great super accommodating. The weather was a bit average and Isaac was always cautious to make sure the wind and waves weren't too big & we were safe. Being a small group was great we were able to stick together and get to know other travellers. Absolutely stunning backdrop of Luna Park, harbour Bridge & Opera house. Isaac took heaps of photos too!!”
Guided kayak tour in Manly Cove with gear, drybags, snacks, and hot drinks. Visit Collins Flat and Quarantine Beach.
“Amazing experience, really nice staff and small group. They had a place to put your things at the start and a small dry bag as well.”
Rent a double kayak in Manly for 4 hours on North Harbour, find secret beaches, get staff tips, and use a dry bag.
“We hired the self boat for 4 hours with my husband and it was 11/10. Craig was super helpful and friendly, we arrived a fair bit late and even though we were happy with our time being cut short because there were no bookings after us he leRead more”
