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Sydney Harbour Kayaks
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#1 of 12 Outdoor Activities in Mosman
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Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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About
A small family-run business, Sydney Harbour Kayaks has been renting and selling kayaks, teaching kayaking and guiding tours on Middle Harbour from The Spit since 1991. We’re here to guide, instruct and inspire you and we are totally passionate about what we do! We take great pride in ensuring you have a wonderful paddling experience. Safety and customer satisfaction are of the highest concern for us. Our primary location is at The Spit Bridge, Mosman, in beautiful Middle Harbour, but our deluxe kayak tours also operate in Sydney’s main harbour from The Australian National Maritime Museum at Darling Harbour (with whom we have a partnership). We are proud Gold winners of the NSW Tourism Awards Tourism Retail & Hire Services category for 2021, Highly Commended Award in the Australian Tourism Awards for 2021 and recipients of a Trip Advisor Hall of Fame winner and Certificate of Excellence for consistently scoring excellent reviews.
Mosman, New South Wales, Australia
Awards
Travellers' Choice
2024
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Chad292
Sydney, Australia119 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Night Kayaking Bliss
June 2021
We did the Sydney Solstice Moonlight experience from 8-10pm and was truly exceptional. The logistics and process of getting ready and into the water was seamless and then the tour was informative and just all around sensory overload. The 8-10pm was definitely ideal and was on the tail end of the public holiday long weekend but the wind was calm and water slick as oil. What I found most interesting was getting close up and personal with some of the docked ships and seeing things like the Ferris wheel and convention Centre as well as the city scales from a different perspective (from the water).

Let alone the hospitality and knowledge the guides shared it is an experience not to miss!
Written 15 June 2021
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Mark
Blue Mountains, Australia1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Intro to Kayak and Kayak Safety Lessons
Feb 2020
I took advantage of the Intro to Kayak and Kayak Safety lessons on Saturday. Ollie was an engaging instructor and was very patient. The service was very good, the check in process was smooth and efficient. They also have a range of kayaks which as I found can have an affect on how well you paddle, so having the option to switch boats was very good. I'd recommend having a go at this if you are thinking about kayaking.
Written 2 February 2020
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Nicola S
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
An amazing experience .
Jan 2023 • Friends
There can be no better way to see the sunrise above Sydney harbour bridge and explore the harbour than on a 5am Sydney harbour kayak tour. Our guide Shannon was knowledgeable , patient and incredibly considerate of our enjoyment and safety whilst kayaking with relative novices in this busy harbour . The sunrise and surrounding scenery were stunning and our picnic breakfast in a little cove was beautifully prepared and a welcome break during the trip .
I would highly recommend booking with Shannon at Sydney Harbour Kayaks to anyone who fancies an exciting and different way to explore Sydney Harbour.
Written 22 January 2023
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Sydney Kayaker
Thank you for taking the time to write this very nice review. I am so happy that you had a wonderful time. I do hope we get to see you again. Regards Shannon Managing Director
Written 2 April 2023
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nick164
Sydney, Australia2,392 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
A very enjoyable experience.
Jan 2021 • Friends
We’ve been meaning to hire a kayak to explore the Middle Harbour for ages. Booking the deluxe kayaks for 3 hours self-guided (cost $70), the kayaks themselves were in excellent condition. The location of the rental place is very convenient, close to Spit Bridge for exploring the beaches south to Balmoral or up passed the Spit Bridge to Middle Harbour. I highly recommend checking out Bantry Bay at Garigal National Park. Check the wind and direction before booking or deciding on your route for the day however.

My only criticism would be that the staff seemed rather transactional - no orientation provided on the kayaks or suggested routes, etc.
Written 17 January 2021
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Emily O
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great experience - would highly recommend !
May 2021
A group of colleagues and l are participating in an adventure challenge that involves kayaking and thought getting a lesson could be helpful. We had such a wonderful morning and found it super helpful. Our instructor Ben was full of knowledge, fun and created a great atmosphere. The lesson was really tailored for everyone's abilities and we all walked away feeling a lot more confident.

Also to note Ben handled a really tricky situation that occurred with a cafe owner in a professional manner and didn't let it affect our lesson.
Written 16 May 2021
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S F
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Fabulous paddle polo party
Dec 2021
My son celebrated his birthday at Sydney Harbour Kayaks with 14 friends (all aged around 10 years) and they had a brilliant time on the water doing paddle polo.

The staff were polite, safety conscious and patient.

I would highly recommend you visit this business for a picturesque, unique experience on Sydney Harbour. The paddle polo was safely tucked away from the moored boats and close to shore.
Written 6 December 2021
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Steve T
Sydney, Australia135 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Awesome Sydney Solstice night kayak
June 2021
I went on the Sydney Solstice night time kayak on Thursday, June 17th. The whole experience was great. The team were very professional. From the initial greeting, through the fitting of gear (including the rudder pedals), and the guiding & comentary throughout. The views throughout were spectacular, and the platter & zero % beer are a nice little touch. To top it all off, we had the Darling Harbour fireworks display. Seeing this from on the water was great.
I hope that in the future the authorities consider extending this venture as it's agreat advertisment for what the city has to offer. Maybe through the Vivid period in August. Thank you Sydney Harbour Kayaks.
Written 1 July 2021
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John B
Sydney, Australia6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Middle Harbour Kayaking: do it now!
Nov 2020
Introduction to Kayaking is an excellent programme for both beginners and those with some skills. Focus is on developing techniques by building skills in a well structured three hour lesson. The guides are extremely positive and engaged and will make your experience worthwhile. You really feel a sense of achievement and a desire to continue your kayaking around Middle Harbour
Written 21 November 2020
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Chocolate Poodle
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
From Novice to Experienced in One Lesson
Aug 2020
Even though I was a complete novice to start, I felt like an experienced kayaker when I finished. Our instructor Ben was excellent and it was lots of fun. The time went very quickly. I highly recommend it.
Written 4 August 2020
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Woteap
Sydney12 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Excellent kayak safety course, highly recommended
Mar 2023 • Solo
I have little experience with sit-in kayaks and wanted to build my confidence with them especially before attempting to go anywhere solo. Had a great safety course with Lars who explained everything very clearly to a group with mixed experience levels (I was definitely one of the least experienced!) Lars is a very experienced kayaker and was enthusiastic and extremely patient. There was plenty of practice in the various capsize and recovery techniques and the time flew by - I’m planning on doing this course again to keep improving. The amazing thing about this is the course was completely free and I only paid for hiring of the kayak for the 3hr lesson. I’ve hired kayaks from SHK several times before and their boats and staff are all top quality.
Written 12 March 2023
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Sydney Kayaker
Thank you for your review of our FREE Safety lesson as part of our Paddle Safe program. We do hope we get to see you again Best Regards Shannon Managing Director
Written 2 April 2023
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