Kayaking in Sydney

1. Malabar Beach
Located 12km south of Sydney, Malabar Beach is a secluded, small beach and one of the best places for Kayaking in Sydney. The sea is calm and has the perfect weather conditions for water activities like snorkeling, rock fishing, swimming, and kayaking. You can enjoy the beautiful sandy beach which stretches for 200 meters with many rocks and cliffs found at the beach. There is also a grassy area that has a children's playground and other facilities such as showers, washrooms, and changing rooms.
Location: Malabar Beach Malabar NSW 2036 Australia

2. Parramatta River
One of the top places for Kayaking in Sydney, the Parramatta River is located near the west of New South wales. The river is known to run for 14 km east to west and is popular for many water activities including kayaking. You can also have a beautiful picnic as the place is equipped with BBQs, washrooms, and also a playground. You will also find lifeguards at the weekend who will assist you in case you need any help.

3. Simpsons Bay
Located in south Sydney, Simpsons Bay is an excellent spot for any water activity and one of the most popular activities here is kayaking. You can enjoy a beautiful kayaking session with views of Kurnell and even the Pacific Ocean. You can also head over to the Bundeena kayaks located here to get your paddles and choose between single or double-seater kayaks. Simpsons Bay also has many kayaking guided tours where you will be accompanied by an expert who will help you through your journey. You can also opt for non-guided kayak tours.

4. Sandy Beach Reserve
One of the best places for kayaking in Sydney, you can take Pittwater Kayak Tours and enjoy a 2-3 hour tour along with a professional expert. You can choose from a single or a double kayak for the journey and the best time to kayak here is at sunrise when you can enjoy the lovely view of the Palm beach and the Barrenjoey headland. A professional guide will guide you through the activity and you can also learn more about the area's First Nations and settler history during your tour.
Location: 12 Iluka Rd, Palm Beach NSW 2108, Australia

5. River Road Reserve
Head over to the Horizon line, to rent a single or double kayak and enjoy the stunning view of one of New South Wales largest catchments. You can head over to the Nepean river which stretches over 100 kms out of which 25 km and is tide-free near Penrith perfect for cruising and other water activities.

6. Balmoral Beach
If you are looking to have a leisurely and chilled weekend with transparent waters, one of the best options is Balmoral beach. The beach is known for its expansive coastline and amazing calm waters perfect for kayaking. You can head over to the Boatshed and hire a single or double kayak and paddle towards the spit bridge. You can also head towards Chinamans beach or just go around the middle head to get a beautiful view of the Sydney Harbor. Once you are done with your activity, you can return the kayak back to the Boatshed.

7. Rose Bay Beach
Rose Bay Beach is one of the top beaches in Sydney which offers amazing views of the Sydney Opera house and Sydney Harbor Bridge. You can easily hire a double or a single kayak at the Rose Bay aquatic hire which is located right on the beach and head towards shark island to paddle. This is one of the most popular spots among locals and tourists and you can also enjoy many other water activities like paddle boarding, windsurfing, and boating. The island also has facilities like washrooms, a water tap, and picnic tables.

8. Manly Cove
One of the top places for Kayaking in Sydney, the Manly Cove is popular around May to Feb as you can spot the most adorable colony of fairy penguins. There are many beautiful hidden beaches along the Manly cover and you can easily book a tour at the Manly Kayak center. One of the best times for kayaking here is during sunset or sunrise when you can witness the stunning sight of the island. You can also go on a guided kayak tour where a professional expert will help you through your journey.

9. Rozelle Bay
Located around 2 km west of Sydney, Rozelle Bay has excellent beaches with calm waters perfect for kayaking. You can head over to the Annandale Boat Hire and hire a single or a double kayak. You can visit the Balmain peninsula or also paddle to Cockatoo Island to enjoy this activity.
The place is also known for many other activities like yoga and whole food dining. You will find many cute cafes and restaurants along the beach.

10. The Basin
Located at the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park the basin is known as the best place to kayak in Sydney. You can enjoy kayaking in the middle of Berowra and Avalon Beach, and look at the stunning view of the lush green forest. If you are up for it, you can also choose a 16 km guided tour in the forest along with a professional guide. This is also one of the best places for a picnic and you can indulge in many more activities like the Aboriginal Heritage walk which is known for its beautiful rock art and engravings from the Guringai.

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- Sandy Beach Reserve. Pittwater.
- Brooklyn. Hawkesbury.
- River Road Reserve. Nepean River.
- The Spit. Mosman.
- Rozelle Bay. Annandale.
- The Basin. Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

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December to February are the summer months in Sydney which is ideal for kayaking. You can also indulge in many other water activities such as swimming, surfing, wakeboarding, and more.

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If you are looking for a small single kayak, the minimum age needs to be 10. Kids between the ages of 5-7 can enjoy double kayaking with a parent or a guardian.

- Make sure you check the weather and water temperature before kayaking
- Make sure you dress appropriately according to the weather.
- Do not exceed the weight capacity of the boat and make sure to check your equipment for wear and tear before the activity.
- Make sure to wear your floatation device and have a life jacket.

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