Sydney Harbour Kayak Adventure - For Fit People!

What an amazing way to start a morning! The high end sea kayaks used on this tour mean you really get to explore the harbour and see it from a totally different perspective as you watch the ferries, fish and birds go by at eye level. Matt is a wonderful guide. He matched the pace to skill level and clearly knows and loves the harbour well with interesting stories, history and facts as we went. You’ll not even notice how much exercise you’re getting!

From first meeting, Matt was friendly open and informative. Great experience; he was very responsive to the level of experience within the group and tailored the tour appropriately. I came away loving Sydney harbour even more and knowing much more about it. Highly recommended

If you’re an experienced paddler or looking for a workout, you might want to message the guide and arrange for a separate session. If there are other less experienced paddlers in the group you’ll paddle less but it’s still a great time being on the water. It’s a lovely area and Matt shares a great deal of history. He’s super knowledgeable and a great kayak instructor. I enjoyed this experience a lot and took time after to visit the Fish Market which is next door! Don’t miss it!

A wonderful experience with a fantastic tour guide in Matt. I personally didn’t find it strenuous but found it to be a nice paced relaxing experience.

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 favorite activities I’ve experienced in Sydney.

We had an amazing time with Matt on the tour! It was a beautiful day and was a perfect way to start a morning. 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.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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.

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!

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.

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.

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

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!!

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.

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!

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.

we enjoyed a great morning on the harbour with Matt. Whilst the weather was a touch moody our guide, Matt got us all set up and the water with the minimal of fuss. The paddle is very enjoyable with a unique view of the harbour, the walk around Me-Mel was insightful to the life of the early settlers and the indigenous people. I have looked at several tours to get on the harbour and i can say this one delivers everything it promises.

Matt was an outstanding tour guide. His knowledge of the harbour history and sea kayaking ensured that we had an exceptional experience. The small group of 6 was also perfect.

Matt was an amazing tour guide. He was so friendly and knowledgeable about the history of Sydney Harbour. Nothing was too much trouble and made sure all of us were very comfortable in our kayaks and felt safe. It was also a really nice small group. We all commented after that it was the perfect about of enjoyment plus gentle exercise and a the best way to see Sydney Harbour. Thanks so much for a fantastic morning.

We had a fantastic trip with Matt who was extremely engaging. We paddled around the harbour and got great views of the bridge. He took fantastic photos and shared them with us after. We landed on Me-Mel (Goat) Island and had a tour as well with plenty of interesting insights . Would highly recommend and would go again too !

I had a fantastic time - Matt was great at ensuring we were all comfortable with the pace and provided insightful commentary about the history along the way to supplement the experience

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

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!

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.

Fabulous trip with a fabulous guide, Matt. He was passionate about kayaking, about Sydney and about Australia- a great combination! We loved the trip and Matt provided clear instructions and much needed encouragement when the going got a bit tougher. We always felt like we were in good hands and Matt knows the harbour like the back of his hand 😂go raibh maith agat Matt- hope to see you in Ireland

Such a fun tour! Suitable for newbies like me, and loved learning new historical facts from Matt. He's an excellent tour.

Great morning of fun & adventure on Sydney Harbour. Matt's leadership & knowledge is 1st rate. We saw Sydney from a whole different perspective.

Great tour and instructions from our guide. Super interesting! Would recommend it to others who want a stroll on the harbor

I had an absolutely amazing time kayaking with Matt!! Super friendly and knowledgeable about the harbor!! 10/10 recommend whether you are new to ocean paddling (like I am) or more advanced! Will definitely return!!

Great morning out on the water with Matt. What a stunning way to see the harbour and great to talk with someone who knows and cares loads about Sydney, its history and its people. Thank you Matt.

Awesome experience!!!😃 Got exhausted towards the end but totally worth it!!! Rode with Matt and he patiently showed me a landlubber, the ropes of kayaking

The tour was awesome - really fun and the views were great! Definitely a must. Matt was an amazing guide and we learned a lot! Ultimately, one of our favorite experiences in Sydney.

What an experience kayaking around the habour in sydney and see all the major attractions up close from the water side. Matt was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge and history of the area are amazing, he made what was an incredible experience even better! Thank you, Matt, for one of my favourite days in sydney to date. 110% recommend 👌

My American friend, 14-year-old daughter and I spent a glorious winter’s morning kayaking with Matt. He is a wealth of knowledge and is truly passionate about the harbour and its history. In addition, Matt was excellent at managing our group of eight kayakers with varying skill levels and a wide range of ages (teen to 50s). I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the experience and highly recommend kayaking with Matt, whether you’re a tourist like my friend or a Sydneysider like my daughter and me.

We went on the Goat Island Tour on July 6th, and it was so amazing! We felt steady in our sea kayaks as we paddled past larger boats. We got great views of the Anzac Bridge, Harbor Bridge, and Opera House! But I especially loved walking around Goat Island and learning its history. Matt was such a fun and informative guide! This is a great way to see the beautiful city of Sydney.

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!

Matt was an incredible tour guide! It was a great way to see Sydney and everyone in our group had a wonderful time! Matt also took photos of us since we didn't bring our phones and shared them with us for free. It was an incredible experience and I think it would be great for people of all activity levels and ages!

Awesome morning on Sydney Harbour with our guide Matt😄. If you have some time in Sydney this is must do. Great way to see the bridge and have the unique experience of walking around Goat Island.

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!

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.

Had around 4 hours paddling with Matt as our guide. There were 6 of us. Matt gave a good explanation of how to paddle since I was not good with paddling 😁. We went to Goat island, it was a perfect view to Harbour Bridge from that island. It was a windy day, it was tough for me but it was fun and very good experience. Thank you Matt for being so patience to me as well.

I had enjoyed the morning paddle with our guide, Matt. He is very engaging, a naturalist. The seakayak was of high quality, Werner paddle, light to handle. The walk and history of Goat Island is an eye opening. The clean fresh air with Harbour Bridge in the background, complete a very satisfying experience. Thank you Matt.

We really enjoyed being on the water and seeing the island. Matt is an fun and engaging guide. After the tour, Matt sent us a great set of pictures from the morning. It is the perfect way to experience the city from a new angle.

Spent the morning Kayaking out to Goat Island. It was such a fun and exciting way to experience the beautiful Sydney harbour and would definitley do it again. We were guided by Matt who was so easy going, insightful and friendly making the whole experience very enjoyable.

So much fun! Booked for my family and we had a fantastic time paddling out to Goat Island. Matt was an awesome guide, giving us kayaking & safety tips as well as expert tour guiding on the trip. These were the best kayaks we've ever hired (professional ones) and they made paddling much easier and super fast! This is an adventure trip - so don't expect to sit back and relax. We got some great exercise in whilst seeing more of Sydney Harbour. Totally want to do it again!

We did the Paddle Pirates Goat Island tour this morning with 4 adult “kids” (20yo and 18yo) and we all absolutely loved it! At almost 4 hours of fun and activity it is such great value and left us all energized and feeling like we’d had a 5star experience. We kayaked under Anzac Bridge and the Harbour Bridge and right around Goat Island and Blackwattle and Lavender Bays. The tour of Goat Island was great - so special to be able to hop off and explore there - the history and building and the views. It was also great exercise! I would do this again in a heartbeat and highly recommend.

Yesterday 3 friends and myself went on a kayak tour around Sydney Harbour with Matt from Paddle Pirates. We were all expecting it to be good but our expectations were exceeded. Matt is professional but honestly it feels like he’s another mate on the tour with you! That part alone was a huge reason as to why we had such an incredible time. He made us all feel safe and were talked through everything and all our questions were happily answered before heading out on the water. He is full of really interesting facts and history about the gorgeous Sydney Harbour and Goat Island- side note Goat Island was such a rare treat! He was so personable, easy going and a heap of fun, even treated us to a little sea shanty! He took his role as a photographer very seriously and got some really awesome shots of us that I know we will look back on and smile in years to come. I honestly cannot fault a single thing about Paddle Pirates or Matt, the entire experience was a solid 10/10 and such great value for money. This is such a wonderful, non invasive, respectful and intimate way to see our beautiful harbour. If you’re considering this at all, don’t hesitate, you won’t regret it, Paddle Pirates with Matt is the way to go!

This was the best day out in 2020. Matt was knowledgable , friendly and so helpful. Kayaking under Sydney harbour bridge and seeing the opera house by water was the most amazing experience and one I will never forget. Some of our family were experienced paddlers and some had no experience, it really didn’t matter. The equipment was excellent and the views fromGoat island were breathtaking. Matt took pictures of the trip which were included in the price and were excellent quality emailed to us afterwards. The photos are along lasting memory of such a fabulous trip. If you are going to Sydney, this trip is a must. I can’t recommend it enough .

A great kayaking tour around Sydney harbour. Views were picturesque and kayaking equipment was good quality and comfortable for the 3 hour tour. Group sizes are limited, which was great as we were able to get a very personalised tour with lots of information provided and questions answered. Tour guide (Matt) was very professional and enthusiastic. A great day. Would definitely recommend!