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Manly Kayak Centre
Manly Kayak Centre
5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Manly Kayak Centre has been established on Sydney Harbour since 1990 and is proud to be able to provide the most dirverse range of aquatic products and services in Sydney. We have 3 amazing locations where you can rent kayaks, stand up paddle boards, take a lesson or tour, or hire our leisure boat for the day. Our three locations provide access to the best inner harbour beaches and waterways to kayak Sydney Harbour. Join our guides on the 3 Beaches Kayak Tour & picnic lunch, or book your own exclusive Sydney Harbour Beach Picnic and paddle a kayak or be tendered by private boat. Having hosted dozens of proposals our beach picnics are perfect for those special occasions. Try your luck with a Stand up Paddle Board (SUP) or play SUPBALL the latest game to hit the Northern Beaches! Lessons, sales and hire available. Open 9am-5pm 7 days a week. (Excluding some public holidays)
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Boat Hire
4 hours
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Jude T
Sydney, Australia4 contributions
May 2020
This is a fantastic experience - it’s such a privilege to be able to paddle to pristine, quiet coves near Manly and feel as though you’re hundreds of kilometres away from any city. Great for the soul as well as the body.
Craig and his team are local, hands on, professional and knowledgeable. Their friendliness and safety procedures make the whole experience relaxed and seamless. Can’t wait for the next opportunity. Well done guys !
Craig and his team are local, hands on, professional and knowledgeable. Their friendliness and safety procedures make the whole experience relaxed and seamless. Can’t wait for the next opportunity. Well done guys !
Written 6 May 2020
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Waqar Q
1 contribution
Aug 2020
Organised to do a beach picnic proposal on Store Beach through the Manly Kayak Centre.
The team was amazing and super friendly, helpful, and flexible, great bunch of guys and girls.
The set up was really well done and was good value too, 10/10 would highly recommend these guys!
The team was amazing and super friendly, helpful, and flexible, great bunch of guys and girls.
The set up was really well done and was good value too, 10/10 would highly recommend these guys!
Written 30 August 2020
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We are so delighted you had an awesome experience with us, we enjoyed hosting you and your event.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us, we really appreciate it.
Written 1 September 2020
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JoLMcB
Sydney, Australia27 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
My husband, son & I are Manly locals but there is something extra special about seeing the sights from the water. I made a mistake with my online booking but Daniel kindly organised for us to go out in some spare kayaks even though it was a very busy day for the centre. Highly recommend an hour or two on the water. We’ll be going again.
Written 4 October 2021
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Thank you so much for your kind words and high recommendation, JoLMcB. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We think Daniel is a gem and it is great to hear he did such a good job of looking after you and your family! We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to you visiting with us in the future.
Written 31 October 2021
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Ruth K
1 contribution
Sept 2022
Rented a single kayak for 1.5 hour, was definitely too short because it was a fantastic experience.
Staff was helpful and provided tips about the area and even provided a map. The kayak itself was excellent and was more comfortable than the regular sit on top kayak.
Will be back whenever I visit Sydney again.
Staff was helpful and provided tips about the area and even provided a map. The kayak itself was excellent and was more comfortable than the regular sit on top kayak.
Will be back whenever I visit Sydney again.
Written 2 October 2022
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We're so glad to hear you had such an amazing time out on the water with us! We can't wait to see you again next time you're in Sydney. Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review.
Written 25 December 2022
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Junior Alarcon
1 contribution
Feb 2021 • Couples
I did the proposal picnic experience, and all staff went above and beyond in making sure the day went smoothly and perfectly. Jeni was super helpful and accommodating to any questions or requests I had and made the experience very enjoyable. I don’t honestly think I’ve ever had better customer service ever, even to the point of being picked up earlier to make out accommodation booking check in time. I would definitely recommend this business to anyone and everyone!
Written 15 February 2021
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Isra
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Friends
Myself and a friend (a birthday present for her) had a SUP lesson yesterday (1hr lesson, 1hr free paddle) and we had a brilliant time! Our instructor, Sam, was enthusiastic and friendly, and got us up on our paddle boards in no time at all! The lesson was appropriately paced and very inclusive. The hours’ free paddle was the perfect opportunity to gain confidence in the sea. Thanks guys!
Written 23 February 2020
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Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are so thrilled you had such a brilliant time! I will pass your comments on to Sam, she loves receiving feedback. It is great to hear you feel you had the opportunity to gain confidence in the sea. Hopefully, we will see you out on the water soon putting your new skills into practice.
Written 25 February 2020
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Tracee
9 contributions
Apr 2021
Paddle & Picnic
If you are reading this, you must book a package or hire with Manly Kayak Centre!
You guys are the best – so professional and great fun people!! Thank you so much Craig and Jeni for making mum’s big birthday memorable. The whole team went above and beyond and nothing was too much trouble. The beach picnic setting was awesome and Craig we appreciated you transferring us on your boat.
I highly recommend and we will definitely be booking again.
If you are reading this, you must book a package or hire with Manly Kayak Centre!
You guys are the best – so professional and great fun people!! Thank you so much Craig and Jeni for making mum’s big birthday memorable. The whole team went above and beyond and nothing was too much trouble. The beach picnic setting was awesome and Craig we appreciated you transferring us on your boat.
I highly recommend and we will definitely be booking again.
Written 21 April 2021
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Margaret G
8 contributions
Feb 2021
Single Kayak - 2 hrs. Eight friends
Kayaked from Manly Whalf to Quarantine centre and back.
Staff were friendly, kayaks well maintained and event delightful
Highly recommend Manly Kayaks to all
Kayaked from Manly Whalf to Quarantine centre and back.
Staff were friendly, kayaks well maintained and event delightful
Highly recommend Manly Kayaks to all
Written 20 February 2021
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helenstyan
Lake Munmorah, Australia23 contributions
Apr 2021
My siblings and I had a little adventure with Manly Kayak Centre. We used our vouchers to hire a kayak for an hour. Only $25. However, due to the wind our host offered to take us to another bay where we happily paddled away. They went above and beyond to ensure we were safe and enjoyed our time. All staff were professional and friendly. Highly recommend. Might come back another time for the SUP.
Written 16 April 2021
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Anita K
Katherine, Australia4 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
We had a fun morning kayaking around the lovely Manly harbour and surrounding beaches.
14 women mostly over 60
Life jackets easy steps and set up into the water.
Highly recommend for fun fitness and seeing our beautiful waterway.
14 women mostly over 60
Life jackets easy steps and set up into the water.
Highly recommend for fun fitness and seeing our beautiful waterway.
Written 9 December 2023
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