Sydney Harbour Kayak Adventure: Paddle and Explore Goat Island with a Local

Embark on a thrilling kayak adventure in Sydney Harbour, exploring Goat Island with a knowledgeable local guide. Capture stunning photos, enjoy the natural wonders, and end the day with a delicious lunch at Sydney Fish Markets.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 123 Ferry Rd - We’ll use professional grade sea kayaks and high end paddles to kayak right to the heart of Sydney Harbour. After getting some spectacular photos of you framed by the famous Harbour Bridge we’ll land our kayaks in a secret cove on the seldom visited Goat Island (Me-mel) where your guide will take you on an exclusive tour of this…
What's Included
  • Expert Sydney-born Kayak Guide
  • High-quality Composite Sea Kayaks
  • Selection of Singles and Doubles Kayaks
  • All Necessary Kayaking Gear Provided
  • Professional Photo Link Post-Tour
  • PFD (Life Jacket) Included
  • Carbon Fiber Paddle
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Join us for a serene morning kayaking journey on the splendid Sydney harbour. No machinery sound or exhaust—only the gentle noise of your paddle slicing through the water and the cries of seabirds overhead! We’ll explore the developed surroundings and have intimate encounters with many of the harbor’s natural marvels and aquatic creatures. We’ll…

Location
123 Ferry Rd
Ferry Road
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
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Kristine_j
Sep 30, 2025
Fantastic experience and tour guide - highly recommend - My husband and I did this tour and it was such a fantastic half day! Matt was very knowledgeable and shared a number of interesting stories about Sydney and what we saw around us. Matt tailored the tour to the perfect adventure based on our abilities, risk level and preferences. Highlights of the trip included being able to properly kayak in the Sydney harbour (inc. under the bridge), and confidently paddling between the boats and ferries in the beautiful harbour. Matt took lots of photos of us and we’d consider doing this again. This is a must do tour for anyone looking to experience one of the world’s most beautiful harbours up close, and to see Sydney from its best. We’d recommend this to local Sydney siders and to visitors.
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Kristine_m
Sep 29, 2025
highly recommended for kayak adventure - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This was my very first kayak tour and it was such an amazing experience! Matt was a fantastic guide.He didn’t just show us how to pose for pictures, he really taught us how to kayak the right way. He also shared some great history and stories about Sydney, which made the whole experience even more special. Matt is such a friendly and easygoing guy, and I highly recommend him if you’re looking for a fun and memorable kayak tour.
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Angela_g
Sep 24, 2025
Matt was very informative... - Matt was very informative about what we kayaked past but also gave us a good tutorial on the true way to kayak in great sea kayaks! We were able to paddle under the harbour bridge due to a small experienced group and he gave us tips to take on all the boat wake as well. It was so much fun!
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Faith_m
Sep 7, 2025
Great time Kayaking - We had a great time going under the Sydney Harbor bridge. I’m not very experienced but the guide helped us know what to do to cross the Harbor and avoid tipping over. He had lots of great stories about the area.
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Patty_w
Sep 3, 2025
Exciting experience while in Sydney - This kayak tour was fantastic! Novice or experienced kayakers will love paddling into Sydney Harbor and passing under the Harbor Bridge. I had never kayaked and was out of my comfort zone on the ocean but it was fun, not too difficult and a memorable experience with a great group of people. I highly recommend giving this your a try. Our guide was the most positive, happy, helpful tour guide we’ve ever had.
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Geronimoi733
Aug 18, 2025
Wonderful experience - We had a wonderful and very special experience with Matt! He was a friend more like a tour guide, he explained history about the harbour and we had a chat about many other things during our kayaking. His guidance when kayaking was exceptional, perfect for unexperienced kayakers. And the pictures he took were truly stunning. So much fun!! Absolutely recommended
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Scenic00319391166
Apr 23, 2025
A must do experience!! - This is the most amazing experience! We had a fabulous day with Matt, who kayaked with my 15yr old son, while my husband & I followed. His local knowledge about this incredible Harbour is priceless. We came down from the Hunter Valley for this adventure & we were not disappointed. Matt taught us so much about kayaking & also gave us an insight into the history of Goat Island. We have journeyed to Sydney many times but now we have paddled on this beautiful Harbour! A must do experience!!
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Joseph_b
Apr 27, 2024
Great experience, highly recommend. - 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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Jessica_l
Apr 12, 2024
Great experience would recommend - 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!
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Jordan_c
Apr 8, 2024
Fantastic Kayak Tour of Sydney Harbour - 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.
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From $84
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).