Darling Harbour Explorer - Sea Kayaking Tour
Overview
Starts at 10.30am.
Go kayaking in beautiful high-end sea kayaks out on Darling Harbour. Get up close to the wonderful ships and vessels of the Australian National Maritime Museum.
Check out the sights of the Sydney sky-line and views of the Harbour Bridge (if conditions permit)
Sydney Harbour Kayaks are a member of the Tourism NSW Hall of Fame
What's Included
- Instruction on safety and equipment use
- Professional and friendly kayaking guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Murray Street
Sydney NSW 2000, 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
Explore Darling Harbour and learn about some of the beautiful vessels of the Museum
Allow the team at Sydney Harbour Kayaks to guide you out on to this 'working' harbour and experience Sydney from a completely new perspective.
Get up close to the HMAS Vampire, Advance and Onslow.
Be mesmerised by the amazing story of the HMAS Krait.
And be transported back in time when paddling past the HMB Endeavour and James Craig.
You will also paddle up close to the Duyfken, one of the rarest ships in the world
Explore Darling Harbour, Cockle Bay and get up-close to the National Maritime Museum's stunning heritage fleet. Our very professional guides will make this experience a safe and very memorable kayaking tour.
There will be some wonderful places to pull up and get some lovely photos.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- It is difficult to fit in our sea kayaks if the paddlers is over about 6ft 5inches - call us to discuss before booking
- It is difficult to fit in our sea kayaks if the paddlers is over 115kgs - call us to discuss before booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult / The minimum age for a child is 10
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(10)Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-16150P6
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Average 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 26 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours 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 City Boat Tours‘s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Instruction on safety and equipment use.
- Professional and friendly kayaking guide.
- Bottled water.
- 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 10. 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 Darling Harbour Explorer - Sea Kayaking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- It is difficult to fit in our sea kayaks if the paddlers is over about 6ft 5inches - call us to discuss before booking
- It is difficult to fit in our sea kayaks if the paddlers is over 115kgs - call us to discuss before booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Darling Harbour Explorer - Sea Kayaking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. 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
- Instruction on safety and equipment use
- Professional and friendly kayaking guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- It is difficult to fit in our sea kayaks if the paddlers is over about 6ft 5inches - call us to discuss before booking
- It is difficult to fit in our sea kayaks if the paddlers is over 115kgs - call us to discuss before booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult / The minimum age for a child is 10
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
