Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local
Overview
Come enjoy a morning sea kayak adventure on Sydney's beautiful harbour. No engine noise or fumes, just the sound of your paddle in the water and the sea birds squawking above! We'll experience the built environs and get up close and personal with many of the harbour's natural wonders and marine inhabitants. We'll paddle to the center of the harbour where we'll get some photos of you framed by the Harbour Bridge (I'm a professional photographer in my other job so expect good pics - no charge of course!) We'll then land and explore Goat Island (Memel in the local Aboriginal Language) before paddling back via Darling Harbour. Goat Island is closed to the public and landing is by special permit only. Your permit is included as part of the tour. After we're finished your welcome to have a hot shower before treating yourself to a great lunch at the famous Sydney Fish Markets a short walk away.
What's Included
- Carbon fibre paddle
- Sun Screen
- Top notch composite sea kayak - we have singles and doubles and can help you choose the best option on the day
- PFD (Life jacket)
- We'll send you a link to your photos later - professional quality!
- Expert Kayak Guide (your guide is a born & bred Sydney local who is fully qualified sea kayaking expert)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
123 Ferry Road
Glebe NSW 2037, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
We'll use professional grade sea kayaks and high end paddles to kayak right to the heart of Sydney Harbour. After getting some spectacular photos of you framed by the famous Harbour Bridge we'll land our kayaks in a secret cove on the seldom visited Goat Island (Me-mel) where your guide will take you on an exclusive tour of this very special place. Goat island is a designated conservation zones with lots of bird life, remnant native bush and some of Sydney's oldest convict built sandstone buildings. Your National Parks Landing permit is included as part of your tour. We then get back in our kayaks and head back to where we started at Blackwattle Bay right next door to the new Sydney Fish Markets and lots of other great cafes and restaurants where you can treat yourself to a well earned feed. Please note the tour is determined by the fitness and ability of the whole group. We'll only make it as far as the Opera House if everyone has that ability! We will make it as far as the Harbour Bridge though!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for XL sized travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Guests must be able to swim and be comfortable around water
- Guest should not weigh more than 100KG (205 pounds)
- HIGH FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED
- Must not have any serious medical issues
- A waiver needs to be signed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(11)Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-105793P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (11)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Destinations’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
- Carbon fibre paddle.
- Sun Screen.
- Top notch composite sea kayak - we have singles and doubles and can help you choose the best option on the day.
- PFD (Life jacket).
- We'll send you a link to your photos later - professional quality!.
- Expert Kayak Guide (your guide is a born & bred Sydney local who is fully qualified sea kayaking expert).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for XL sized travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kayak to Goat Island in Sydney Harbour with Local will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Carbon fibre paddle
- Sun Screen
- Top notch composite sea kayak - we have singles and doubles and can help you choose the best option on the day
- PFD (Life jacket)
- We'll send you a link to your photos later - professional quality!
- Expert Kayak Guide (your guide is a born & bred Sydney local who is fully qualified sea kayaking expert)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for XL sized travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Guests must be able to swim and be comfortable around water
- Guest should not weigh more than 100KG (205 pounds)
- HIGH FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED
- Must not have any serious medical issues
- A waiver needs to be signed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Operated by a business
