Get up close and personal with Sydney’s iconic harbor on this sea kayak adventure led by a professional photographer. Setting out from Blackwattle Bay, pose for photos in midwater, framed by Sydney Harbour Bridge, then land on rarely visited Goat Island (Memel) and discover its fascinating history as you look for wildlife. Your tour includes all necessary gear, from lifejacket and paddling gloves to water shoes, hat, and even sunscreen.

Kayak from Blackwattle Bay to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour
Explore the historic and little visited Goat Island (Memel)
Pose for professional caliber photos with Sydney Harbour Bridge
Relax with all necessary equipment—and a hot shower at the end of the trip

What's Included

Expert Kayak Guide (your guide is a born & bred Sydney local who is fully qualified sea kayaking expert)
Top notch composite sea kayak - we have singles and doubles and can help you choose the best option on the day
Carbon fibre paddle
PFD (Life jacket)
Paddling Gloves, Water Shoes and a hat if you don't have your own
Sun Screen
We'll send you a link to your photos later - professional quality!

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

123 Ferry Rd, Glebe NSW 2037, Australia
SYDNEY UNIVERSITY BOATSHED Address: 123 Ferry Road, GLEBE, NSW 2037 OLD BROWN SHED WITH BIG TIN DOOR. IF YOU SEE "NO ENTRY" SIGN YOU"RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE, WALK STRAIGHT IN

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
Minimum age is 18 years

Guests must be able to swim and be comfortable around water
Guest should not weigh more than 100KG (205 pounds)
HIGH FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED
Must not have any serious medical issues
A waiver needs to be signed
Not recommended for XL sized travelers
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Joseph_B

The kayaking throughout our time on the water was awesome, Matt's an amazing person and tour guide who has lots of knowledge, we got to see loads of historical and interesting places on the water. Highly recommend the experience.

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Great experience, highly recommend.

Joseph_B, Apr 2024

Great experience would recommend

Jessica_L, Apr 2024

A really fantastic experience, thoroughly enjoyed it. Organised very well, was able to see all the main attractions from the water. Would definitely recommend. Had a fantastic tour guide who was so informative M!

Fantastic Kayak Tour of Sydney Harbour

Jordan_C, Apr 2024

I recently took a kayak tour around Sydney Harbour, guided by the knowledgeable and passionate local, Matt. His stories about Sydney's history enhanced our journey, as we paddled past iconic landmarks like the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, enjoying stunning photo spots along the way. Matt's knowledge made the tour not just a kayaking experience but a deep dive into the essence of Sydney, offering unique views and insights you can't get elsewhere. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this tour comes highly recommended for an up-close look at the city's beauty. A truly fantastic activity, it's a must-do for anyone wanting to explore Sydney from a different angle. Thanks to Matt, this experience is has been one of my favourite parts of my Australia trip.

Leisurely kayak to Goat Island

Betty_C, Dec 2023

Matt was very knowledgeable about the historical aspects. It was great to walk on Goat Island. The scenery on our way was super interesting.

Amazing tour with a fun and informative local guide!

Victoria_L, Nov 2023

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!

Amazing

fionnuala_O, Nov 2023

What a trip- we loved it all. Matt was fabulous. We got a great view of Sydney Opera House and a photo to return to for life. Certainly not for the faint hearted. I was glad that Sinead was paddling furiously as we paddled across the Bay.

Great way to see the harbor

Loren_D, Jun 2023

This was such a great, unique way to see the harbor! Matt our guide was incredible and knew so much about the area! we also couldn’t take our phones, but Matt was kind enough to take photos of us and share them for free! I would highly recommend this excursion!

An incredible enjoyable experience.

Petra_P, May 2023

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!

Great way to spend a morning on the water

Karen_M, Nov 2022

Fantastic tour, so much fun and would highly recommend. Very informative and never felt rushed. Wandering around Goat Island gave a great insight into the history of Sydney.

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