Unique Kayak Experiences on Sydney Harbour

Bring a little extra magic to the water

At Sydney By Kayak, we believe kayaking is more than just paddling. It’s about creating moments you’ll remember forever.

Over the past 12+ years, we’ve crafted a handful of unique experiences that bring a little extra magic to the water, from surprise birthday cakes to champagne sunrise breakfasts.

Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, looking for a seasonal treat, or simply want a once-in-a-lifetime paddle, these special tours are designed to make your time on Sydney Harbour unforgettable.

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Private Couple’s Experience

Your paddle, your way.

our paddle, your way. Enjoy a sleep-in and book any time after 9.30am. Sometimes the most special experience is having it all to yourself. This private tour lets you and your partner or friend enjoy the harbour at your own pace. Paddle as far as you like – around Lavender Bay, under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, past Kirribilli Point, or even out to Goat Island. Want to add something extra? Choose from our range of add-ons: cheese platters, coffee, sparkling water, ice cream, or even a surprise birthday cake. Just let us know when you book.

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Birthday Cake on the Water

Because birthdays deserve a big surprise.

On this premium experience, our guide secretly carries a full-sized birthday cake inside their kayak – revealed at the end of the paddle to the birthday guest’s delight! Everyone on the tour enjoys a cupcake mid-paddle, while the birthday guest takes home the full cake to share with family and friends.

The ultimate surprise celebration on the water.

Cupcakes for everyone , cake for the guest of honour.

A memory that will be talked about long after the tour is over to connect differently, away from desks and deadlines.

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Kayak and Ice Cream Tour

Sweet summer paddling.

This short and cheerful paddle around Lavender Bay is perfect for hot summer days. Each paddler enjoys two scoops (or two flavours!) of premium Italian gelato from Bravo Trattoria in Crows Nest, served right on the kayaks.

Seasonal summer favourite

Our shortest and sweetest tour

Family-friendly and fun

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Morning Tea on Sydney Harbour

A winter tradition, small and special.

With just six paddlers, this seasonal winter tour is cosy, warm, and delicious. Freshly baked scones, double cream, Australian fruit jams, sparkling water, and tea or coffee are served on our custom-designed Sydney By Kayak grazing boards – while you relax on the water and take in the calm winter harbour.

Seasonal winter exclusive

Fresh scones and locally sourced jams

Perfect for a small group experience

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Couple’s Sunrise Champagne Breakfast

Romance at sunrise. Perfect for those extra special occasions.

Start the day with our signature Sunrise Kayak and Coffee Tour, but with some extra luxury, including a private Guide all to yourself. Enjoy barista-made coffee on the water, then indulge in sparkling (non-alcoholic) champagne, fresh orange juice, pastries, fruit, yogurt, and more on our beautiful grazing boards. The experience ends with a sit-down breakfast at one of our partner cafés or hotels, such as The North Spoon.

Perfect for anniversaries or proposals

A romantic, private experience with iconic views

A complete sunrise breakfast from kayak to café

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Sunrise Kayak and Coffee Experience

Our signature kayak experience.

For 12+ years, our signature Sunrise Kayak and Coffee Tour has set the standard. Stable single kayaks, barista-made coffee, passionate guides, iconic harbour views, and stories about Sydney’s history and our local eco-projects – this is the experience we’re known and loved for.

Fresh, barista-made coffee served in your kayak

Eco-focused storytelling and conservation impact

A true Sydney bucket-list experience

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Christmas Sunrise Kayak and Coffee

The most magical Christmas morning.

Escape the festive rush and start your Christmas with a moment of pure calm and connection. On this special edition of our signature sunrise tour, we’ll glide onto the quiet harbour as the city sleeps, watching the sun rise behind the Bridge and Opera House. To make it extra festive, your barista-made coffee will be accompanied with delicious Christmas treats!

A unique way to celebrate Christmas morning

Includes a festive treat on the water

Create a new and unforgettable family tradition

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Easter Sunrise Kayak and Coffee

No better way to spot the Easter Bunny.

Make the most of the long weekend with a truly unique Easter treat. On this special sunrise tour, you’ll receive a surprise chocolate easter egg to accompany your barista-made coffee on Sydney Harbour, giving you the best vantage point in Sydney to spot the Easter Bunny. Children over 8 years old are welcome to join in.

A fun and festive Easter long weekend activity

Includes a chocolate egg on the kayaks

Perfect for families and the young at heart

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St. Paddy’s Day Sunrise Kayak and Coffee

A splash of green at sunrise.

Start your St. Patrick's Day with a touch of green in the most spectacular way. We’ll take you out for our classic sunrise paddle, complete with iconic views and your favourite barista-made coffee. We encourage you to wear your best St Paddy’s Day outfits to start this special day with the right energy.

A unique and memorable way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day

The best stories about Sydney Harbour

The best views in Sydney to start your day

Why Choose Sydney By Kayak?

We’re more than just a tour operator. We’re a small family business, proud to have raised over $74,000 for local conservation projects and removed more than 40,000kg of rubbish from Sydney Harbour. Every tour supports this work, so when you paddle with us, you’re part of something bigger.

From birthdays to breakfast boards, ice cream to scones, or simply coffee at sunrise – we’d love to share our passion for Sydney Harbour with you.

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