Harbour Bridge & Opera House Kayak Tour

Darling Point, Australia

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Experience hosted by Jacqui

2.5 hours
Includes food, drinks, equipment
Up to 10 people
Hosted in English

What you'll do

Get up close and personal to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House by kayak! The tour will take you right up to the Opera House sea wall for the best photo opportunity Sydney Harbour has to offer.
Starting from the RBPS wharf at Rushcutters Bay, we'll weave along the Harbour foreshores to Lady Macquarie's Chair where you'll see Sydney's beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens from a front row seat. After a brief history of the gardens (and a breather!), we'll continue across Farm Cove until we reach the Sydney Opera House sea wall - so close you'll feel like you can reach out and touch it.
After a group photo and some time to enjoy the architecture, we'll strike out across the bay until the Harbour Bridge towers above us for another unforgettable photo opportunity - there really is no better location than right on the water to capture it's size and beauty (and be in the photo!).
After you've had time to take in the sights, it's a leisurely meander around Garden Island, across the beautiful Elizabeth Bay and back to the wharf for hot coffee and lunch.
After this incredibly unique experience, you will be so well versed in the history, the beauty and the secrets of Sydney Harbour that you could become a tour guide yourself!
Other things to note
If we are unable to conduct the tour due to unsafe weather conditions on the Harbour, we will refund your booking in full.
Get up close and personal to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House by kayak! The tour will take you right up to the Opera House sea wall for the best photo opportunity Sydney Harbour has to offer.
Starting from the RBPS wharf at Rushcutters Bay, we'll weave along the Harbour foreshores to Lady Macquarie's Chair where you'll see Sydney's beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens from a front row seat. After a brief history of the gardens (and a bre…

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What's included

  • Food
    We will provide breakfast with hot coffee after the tour.
  • Drinks
    Hot coffee will be served after the tour!
  • Equipment
    The tour includes a stable single or double kayak for each person in your g...
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Meet your host, Jacqui

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I'm the co-founder of Rushcutters Bay Paddle Sports (RBPS), Sydney's premium watersports destination. With over 20 years in the watersports industry, we are experts in all things kayaking. RBPS was founded 5 years ago by my husband Tony and I, and since then we have been lucky enough to showcase the beautiful Sydney Harbour to hundreds of visitors. We now have a team of vastly experienced tour guides that are experts in all things Sydney Harbour. Our tours are packed full of history, secret local knowledge, famous landmarks, marine life and the rare beauty of our unique city. Ourselves and the RPBS team can't wait to meet you.
I'm the co-founder of Rushcutters Bay Paddle Sports (RBPS), Sydney's premium watersports destination. With over 20 years in the watersports industry, we are experts in all things kayaking. RBPS was founded 5 years ago by my husband Tony and I, and since then we have been lucky enough to showcase the beautiful Sydney Harbour to hundreds of visitors. We now have a team of vastly experienced tour guides that are experts in all things Sydney Harbour. Our tours are packed full of history, secret loca…
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Where you'll be

Starting from D'Albora Marina in Rushcutters Bay, the tour weaves its way along the Harbour foreshores in a Westerly direction. Crossing the beautiful Elizabeth Bay, past the Garden Island Naval Base, through the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens until we reach Farm Cove, home to the Sydney Opera House. Finally, we'll strike out into the Harbour proper until we are front and center for the Harbour Bridge photo. Then, a leisurely paddle home.

Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews.

Hannah
November 2020
If you want to see the harbour up close this is a fantastic experience. Our guide Tony was able to point out heaps of landmarks as we paddled out and we got right up close to the opera house. I would recommend this experience to anyone with an adventurous spirit and a can do attitude. Make sure you wear clothes that you're happy to get wet. I'd recommend bathers and a t-shirt to protect your arms from the sun!
If you want to see the harbour up close this is a fantastic experience. Our guide Tony was able to point out heaps of landmarks as we paddled out and we got right up close to the o…
Rebecca
July 2020
This was a fantastic way to experience iconic Sydney landmarks up close and personal. Tony was a great companion and made me feel very welcome. I'd highly recommend this experience :)
Jane
July 2020
Highly recommended. Wonderful experience even in the middle of winter. The harbour was calm, views exceptional, the exercise easy and our host made it an informative fun afternoon. All the above. This was a magical day for my partner and me. From the moment we met Tony (Jacqui's husband), to the time we had to leave, he made us feel special. He was relaxed and nattered away comfortably with us. Tony has a relaxed manner that instantly puts you at ease. His simple instructions and guiding way, made us both feel we could do this, and we did. Our tour ended perfectly with hot coffees and ham and cheese toasties enjoyed while sitting on a deck chair in the sun watching the harbour. Sydney Harbour is a glorious spot, and although I am an Aussie, who has travelled many times on ferries and boats on this harbour, seeing it from the perspective of a kayak is incredible! Don't leave Sydney without having this experience!!
Highly recommended. Wonderful experience even in the middle of winter. The harbour was calm, views exceptional, the exercise easy and our host made it an informative fun afternoon…
Osman Alper
March 2020
It was definitely a good experience. Toni was a great instructor. Though it was my first time kayaking on the sea, Toni taught me very well. Do not forget your swimsuit, towel, and sunglasses. Enjoy the tour!
Gary
March 2020
Was a nice early morning kayak trip. With light boat traffic on a sunny day. Great toasted ham and cheese sandwich in the dick afterward. Highly recommend.
Elaine
March 2020
This tour was absolutely amazing! I 100% recommend this trip to anyone looking to explore Sydney and see the opera house and the bridge from a completely different perspective. Thanks so much Tony - I’ll definitely be back for the sunrise tour!
This tour was absolutely amazing! I 100% recommend this trip to anyone looking to explore Sydney and see the opera house and the bridge from a completely different perspective. Tha…
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Cancellation policy

Any experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
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Guest requirements

Up to 10 guests ages 10 and up can attend.
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