Incredible views, friendly tour guides, and an unforgettable experience! Highly recommend to anyone visiting Sydney.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Guided sunrise kayak tour
- Paddle and life vest
- Stories about Sydney Harbour
- Premium kayaks
- valuables stored away safe while tour operates
- Help and guidance for beginners
- photography bundle package
Excludes
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Arrive 10 mins early. Drop off 30 Blues Point Road, mcmahons point. we launch next to the car park. Free street parking nearby. Public toilets on site. Please keep noise down and take your rubbish with you. Let's keep this spot beautiful.
Return
- Arrive 10 mins early. Drop off 30 Blues Point Road, mcmahons point. we launch next to the car park. Free street parking nearby. Public toilets on site. Please keep noise down and take your rubbish with you. Let's keep this spot beautiful.
Itinerary
Watch Sydney wake up from the water. As featured on Channel 7's Sunrise and Channel 9's Today, our small-group sunrise kayak tour launches at first light right beside Sydney's Henry Lawson bus stop, gliding out onto glassy harbour waters while the city is still quiet. You'll paddle beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge, past the lights of Luna Park, and time it perfectly to watch the sun rise behind the Sydney Opera House a view almost nobody else sees from the water. Groups are capped at 14, led by friendly, experienced local guides, so it's genuinely beginner-friendly no matter your paddling experience. Included: kayak, paddle, life jacket, full safety briefing, and free photos and video taken throughout your tour. Once you're back on land, grab a group photo with us at our Henry Lawson bus stop launch point a small Sydney landmark in its own right, and the perfect way to cap off the morning. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
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Reviews
The experience was amazing - so glad we decided to go. The guides and people really put their heart into making this experience memorable for us. For anyone visiting Sydney, a 10/10 experience!!!
Do it for an unforgettable different view of the bridge and opera. We both captured some stunning moments.
Thank you so much.so we love it ❤️
Was an unreal experience. Matt and Jack were great! They always made sure everyone was comfortable and took lots of pictures for everyone. Overall was a great experience and would definitely recommend.
We had a great experience with Kayaking Sydney. Jack was a great tour guide, lovely way to start the morning!
Matt and Jack did a great job communicating with the group before we entered the water and then once we were in the kayaks. Being in the Harbor early in the morning was quite magical. Highly recommend this experience!
Amazing experience!! Definitely recommend these guys to do it. Chad and Matthew took care of us very well and made sure everyone was safe and have the most fun!
Great guides. Small group which made the experience more enjoyable. We really liked that photos were taken and provided to us at the end.
Highlight of our trip! Myself and my partner went to Sydney for a weekend get away, this was our fave activity! We saw Sydney in the best light, it was peaceful and so beautiful at sunrise. You do need to have good arm strength and not mind getting damp.
Amazing experience. Chad was our guide and the team was great. A must if you visit Sydney. They took great photos for us.
Great fun activity for travellers and locals! Easy exercise in stunning surroundings. A memorable experience.
After I booked the tour, the operator reached out to me and asked if I wanted a tandem kayak as there was one left. I replied yes. A day prior to the experience, our guide reached out to remind us of our show time which was 06:15 in the morning as it was a sunrise kayak trip. The booking itself says 05:45, and I reached out to confirm the time. I appreciated the communication. My husband and I woke up early and called an Uber as it was the easiest way to get to the meeting point. Fifteen minutes by car versus almost an hour via public transit. As soon as we got to the park, there were several other guys there to make sure we were at the right spot. We waited twenty minutes for everyone else to show up which turned out to be about fifteen total people or so. If you are wearing shoes or have a backpack, the guide provides a basket where you can place them and locks them up in his vehicle. I would recommend showing up in sandals/flip-flops and have a towel. The guide also provides life vests. The tour was very organized as there are several guys helping with the launch. They hold the kayaks for you to step in. During our paddle, everyone on the team took photos for the participants. There are plenty of photo opportunities, and it was an easy paddle because there wasn’t much wind. If you haven’t paddled before, you can be towed by a team member. I’d say we paddled about a mile before reaching the best area to watch the sunrise. It was a spectacular view which was enhanced by Sydney Harbor’s beauty. We then paddled back to the launch point where we were helped out of the kayaks. You will probably get a little wet here! If the guide used his phone for your photos, he will send them to you. The ferries started running after we got back, and the best way back to the city is by taking the ferry to Circular Quay. The wharf is a five minute walk away from the launch point. I enjoyed how convenient that was. It was very well-planned and gave us a unique experience in Sydney. What a spectacular way to end our visit!
Arriving at the Harbour in the dark and standing in awe as the daylight started seeping through the clouds was simply breathtaking. What made it even more incredible was gliding across the water in a kayak. Loved every second of this experience, thank you!!
Sunrise kayaking was such an amazing experience 🌅 The guides were so kind and made everything feel easy and fun—they even took as many pictures as we wanted, which I loved! The views were absolutely beautiful, and the timing was perfect. Not too long, not too short. Highly recommend if you’re looking for something peaceful but memorable! It is a bit of a work out, but worth it.
Chad and team at Kayaking Sydney lead an amazing session. It was super early and dark, but all the crew were extremely friendly and happy to be up and getting things ready for us. Once we got on the water, they made sure to take enough time for everyone to get in place for incredible photos to take with them. They even shared the photos they had taken on their own phones so we didn’t miss anything. Easy paced, relaxing, and the views were stunning! 10/10 guys - you’re all top notch. Thanks for a great memory of my trip to Sydney!
I did this solo and I felt welcomed with warm arms! Very well organized and I definitely recommend doing to see an amazing sunrise.
Loved every second of this. I was supposed to do this on a rainy morning but Chad messaged to see if I'd like to change the day and I'm so glad I did. Chad was excellent from start to finish and his photography skills are amazing. I'll have so many memories and photos to remember the experience by. The sunrises in Sydney are incredible and to watch them from the Harbour was stunning. Thank you so much to Chad for an unforgettable experience
Okay, the tour itself was really good. Our guides were truly amazing. Chad and his team did an incredible job keeping us safe in the choppy waters. Now the only thing that caught us off guard was the tour was advertised as a “intimate small group” activity. Max no of people - 6. We booked as a group of 6 to have that exact experience. Turn up to the location, there’s 3 other groups of 6 lol. And it was a 24 people party - all together. So false advertising got us. If you’re looking for a small intimate event, this isn’t it.
Absolutely incredible! Guides were very fun and friendly, and the views and experience were unmatched. Cannot recommend more highly.
Very peaceful and beautiful views, guide kept us out of way of ferries and other boaters and never had to worry!
Wonderful experience to paddle at sunrise in the harbor with views of the Sydney Opera house. Our guide Chad not only took care of us paddling but also took excellent pictures ! It was great to be part of a small group on the water early in the morning.
Great and fun experience, accessible even for beginners. The staff was clear and made us enjoy the trip.
A class way to start the day with the most beautiful sunrise views of Sydney! Would highly recommend!!
We had a tour guide Chad, he was amazing super friendly and made the whole experience worthwhile.
Chad and his colleague were hands-down the best kayak tour guides we could’ve asked for! They were super friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and made the whole experience fun and easy from start to finish. They shared so many interesting facts along the way and kept the group comfortable and confident the entire time. On top of that, Chad is an amazing photographer, he captured so many great shots for us that we’ll genuinely treasure forever. If you’re thinking about booking this kayak tour, do it! I would recommend this tour to absolutely anyone and everyone! 🚣♀️📸🛶
Kayaking at Sydney Harbour was an unforgettable experience. The water was calm, the views were absolutely stunning, and paddling under the Harbour Bridge felt surreal. I got to see the Opera House from a completely different angle, and the whole place looked even more beautiful from the water. The staff were friendly and made everything simple—from safety instructions to helping us get in and out of the kayak. The equipment was clean, stable, and easy to handle, even for beginners.
Wonderful sunrise kayak with an intimate small group. Great service, support and felt safe throughout.
Well organized, great views … absolutely worth it! Sunrise experience has been very unique. Many thanks to crew: Chad, Pete, Jackie Boy, and Beau!
Chad and the boys led an amazing kayak tour with picture-perfect views on glassy Sydney Harbour water. My 14 year old son and I enjoyed the Emerald City at its best. Our guides were confident, knowledgeable, friendly and full of banter. Would highly recommend. Adrian and H.
Such a great experience on this kayak tour! The kayaks were really high quality and surprisingly comfortable which made the whole trip so much more enjoyable. Our instructor Chad was really knowledgeable and funny and explained everything in a really clear easy way he kept the vibe light while still making sure everyone felt safe and confident. Such a fun day out highly recommend!
Very enjoyable and peaceful morning, Chad and Jackie Boy were great hosts and photographers! Would highly recommend this experience
The perfect way to start a morning without a doubt! The guides were patient, kind and attentive during the whole experience. Would highly recommend
Absolutely stunning experience watching the sunrise over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. The guides were friendly, professional, and made it easy for everyone. Peaceful, well-organized, and 100% worth the early wake-up!
We had an unreal experience doing the sunrise kayak! It was such a great opportunity to explore the Sydney Harbour, the host was great too!
A great idea on a spring/summer day… it’s just so nice to be on water and to enjoy it with friends. I highly recommend!! Ps. Chad (our instructor) was definitely a vibe. He was easy going, engaging in conversations and made the experience a whole lot better!
Was a great experience! Very nice views and easy to do despite having no experience in a kayak. The tour guide was super friendly and patient as well
We were greeted by two incredibly professional tour guides, Fab and Pedro, who took us on our Sunrise Serenity Kayak Tour of Sydney Harbour. Before heading out on the water, we received a thorough and informative briefing that made us feel completely at ease. Fab and Pedro also took fantastic photos of our small group during the tour and shared them with us afterwards - such a thoughtful touch! If you're looking for a truly unforgettable experience in Sydney, we highly recommend this tour and these amazing guides.
wonderful landscape and good service! There are two coaches taking care of you, making sure the whole group is between them. There is a short learning before getting into the water, good for starters! They are also good at taking photos!
What a beautiful start to the day! Such a relaxing kayak under the harbour bridge and we came away with amazing photos.
Amazing early morning experience paddling under the Harbour bridge by the Opera House. Bring warm clothes.
Fabulous trip. We were contacted the night before to ensure timings and meet up which was reassuring. Arrived in the cold and dark of winter but we are English so it was lovely and only our family so turned into a private tour. Met by Fab who was great to lead and took loads of fantastic photos throughout. Paddled under the bridge, past the opera house and round the Goveners House before sitting to watch a glorious sunrise. Then we paddled back enjoying all the views again in bright sunshine. Brilliant tour for peace and a totally different angle of view. Enjoy if you can it’s worth it. 🎉🎉. Thanks Fab 👏👏👏👏
Absolutely fantastic experience! I would definitely do it again. The team are incredibly lovely and will ensure you get the most out of your tour. Simple and comprehensive lessons on the basics of kayaking made for a smooth experience allowing me to enjoy the sensational views of Sydney’s iconic bay. Fab will ensure you leave the tour with a phone full of instagram worthy photos showcasing your best angles! If you are looking for an amazing 2 hour kayaking experience full of laughs, awesome flicks, great company and a beautiful sunrise then I highly recommend this tour. I will definitely rebook for my next holiday to Sydney ❤️🫶🏼
Had an incredible time kayaking on Sydney Harbour! Paddling under the Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House was unforgettable. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable, and the equipment was great. A perfect way to see the city from a new perspective. Highly recommend!
Over a month ago I booked this family experience!! And a day earlier canceled if any reason We could no longer carry it out with some other company as the quota is limited It's a lack of respect and formality
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