Kayaking & Canoeing in New South Wales

Paddle your way to Australia's easternmost point on this 3-hour sea kayaking adventure from Byron Bay, including hotel pick-up. After learning to steer your tandem kayak, set out from Clarkes Beach and enjoy waterside views of landmarks like the Byron Bay lighthouse, the Julian Rocks, Wategos millionaire row and Cape Byron. Keep a look out for dolphins, sea turtles and whales as you cruise around the bay, then cool off with a swim before heading back to shore.

Experience a different side of Sydney on a kayaking and walking tour of the Northern Beaches area. Morning tours take you out into the beautiful nature, about an hour north of the city. Kayak with your knowledgeable guide through the calm blue waters of Pittwater, swim at a secluded beach, and take a guided bush walk through the Ku-Ring-Gai National Park to Aboriginal Caves.

Add a fun twist to your morning or afternoon coffee break, with coffee and cake served on-board your kayak! Paddle your way around Batemans Bay on a 2-hour kayaking tour; explore the cliffs and grottos along the Clyde River; spot giant stingrays, octopus and crabs at the Cullendulla Sanctuary; then pause for refreshments at the Innes Boatshed.

Look for migrating whales as they cruise north and south along Australia's south coast on a 4-hour kayak tour from Batemans Bay. Explore the ocean in search of wildlife, with stops on secluded beaches and a return journey that visits rocky ledges and coves.

Glide along the Tamar River toward Cataract Gorge on a scenic 75-minute canoe tour from Launceston. Use your feet to drive the pedal-powered canoe, and follow your guide along the North Esk River and Tamar with your hands free to steer and snap photos. Admire the North Esk waterfront, waft under the King's Bridge, and paddle along the lower Cataract Gorge to admire the rugged cliffs and forested slopes and watch for wildlife. Choose a morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule. Numbers are limited for a small-group experience.

Savor delicious Aussie oysters as you paddle your way along Australia's Oyster Coast on this 2-hour kayaking tour of Batemans Bay. Start your oyster masterclass with an oyster tasting at the Oyster Shed, then kayak around the working oyster farms of the Clyde River. Along the way, learn more about how the oysters are cultivated and harvested, peek behind the scenes and get the inside scoop on selecting the freshest oysters. If you want, purchase some delicious fresh oysters to take away with you.

Escape the tourist trail as you paddle your way around Sydney’s Middle Harbour on this 3-hour self-guided tour. After picking up your rental kayaks and mastering some basic techniques, set off on an independent adventure, getting close to wildlife in the Garigal National Park or exploring some of Sydney’s most beautiful beaches. With all equipment and full instruction included, this kayak rental is ideal for all skill levels, including first-timers looking for an adventure.

Discover Sydney's green side on this 4-hour small-group eco tour and paddle your way around the Middle Harbour on a kayak. Admire the lush scenery as you cruise through the Garigal National Park, learn about the region's diverse eco-systems from your guide and tuck into a delicious picnic lunch (included) on the beachside. With full instruction and all equipment included, this tour is suitable for all skill levels, including first-timers.

Kayaking can build up an appetite, so be prepared by booking a combined excursion that includes a kayaking tour with a visit to a pizza restaurant. Embark on a guided kayak tour of Bateman's Bay harbor, midway through which your pre-ordered choice of pizza is delivered directly to your floating craft. After refueling, continue on your adventure through the Clyde River National Park as your guide points out mangrove systems and the creatures that appear after dark.

See colorful marine life within Batemans Bay on a 2.5 hour kayak tour in glass-bottom kayaks. Your guide leads a fun and family-friendly tour of the Bateman Marine Park Sanctuary in stable kayaks, the perfect way to explore this otherwise inaccessible area and observe the underwater world. Light refreshments and use of equipment are included.