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Sydney's First LED Sunset Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour

LED Sunset Kayak

Sydney's First LED Sunset Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour

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Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Meeting point
Lavender Bay
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Run by
Sydney Kayak Experience

Overview

You launch from Prue's Beach at Lavender Bay for an evening paddle on Sydney Harbour with a group capped at 14 paddlers, led by qualified guides. The tour runs about 1.5 hours on the water, timed so the group heads out around sunset and returns with the skyline lit up.

The evening begins on shore with a safety briefing and an introduction to the kayaks and gear. From there the group moves out onto the harbour at a relaxed pace, past Circular Quay and the major waterside landmarks. Reviews repeatedly describe the guides as friendly, patient with first-timers, and generous with photos, which they take during the paddle and send to participants later the same evening.

The operator calls the paddling a light physical activity, and several reviewers mention doing it with no kayaking experience at. One reviewer described the timing as ideal, setting out in daylight for photos under the bridge and coming back after dark with everything lit up.

What's Included

Included

  • Kayaking tour
  • Qualified guides
  • Kayaking and safety gear
  • Photos taken by guides

Not Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips

Itinerary

  1. Meet at Prue's BeachArrive at Prue's Beach, 1 Railway Ave, Lavender Bay. A signed waiver is listed among the things to bring.
  2. Safety briefingGuides fit you with kayaking and safety gear and run through the basics before anyone gets on the water.
  3. Paddle Sydney HarbourEasy paddling on the harbour, taking in views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Circular Quay as the sun sets and the skyline lights up. Guides photograph and film the group along the way.
  4. Return to shoreThe tour finishes back at the Lavender Bay starting point. Photos and videos from the evening are shared with participants later that night.
Two paddles, buoyancy vests, a dry bag and reef shoes on a timber jetty at dawn.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you arrive prepared, since this is an outdoor paddle that starts in daylight and ends after dark.

  • Getting there. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off. You make your own way to the meeting point at Prue's Beach, 1 Railway Ave, Lavender Bay.
  • What to bring. The listing asks for comfortable shoes, a change of clothes, water and a signed waiver.
  • Fitness and pace. Expect about 1.5 hours of paddling, which the operator describes as light physical activity. One reviewer noted that most of their group were first-time kayakers and still felt comfortable and safe.
  • Group feel. The cap is 14 paddlers, which the operator says allows time and space to explore at a gentle pace. Several reviewers praise the staff for being friendly and considerate to all abilities.
  • Photos. Guides take photos and videos during the paddle and send them to you later the same evening. Several reviewers singled this out as a highlight of the tour.
  • Weather calls. This is an outdoor activity and conditions can force changes. The operator offers reschedule options, including a full refund, if the weather is unsuitable.
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Common issues. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off, and tips are not included. Weather can affect the run, and if conditions are unsuitable the operator offers rescheduling options including a full refund rather than a guaranteed departure at your chosen time. Kayaks have weight limits: 140 kg for a single and a combined 170 kg for a double. Some travellers also said the listing could be clearer about whether they will be in a single or tandem kayak, so it is worth checking that on the booking page.

Common Questions

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. The listing excludes hotel pickup and drop-off, so you make your own way to the meeting point at Prue's Beach, 1 Railway Ave, Lavender Bay.

What Is Included In The Price?

The guided kayak tour, qualified guides, all kayaking and safety gear, and photos taken by the guides during the paddle. Photos are sent to you later the same evening. Tips are not included.

How Long Is The Tour And How Hard Is It?

You spend about 1.5 hours paddling, which the operator rates as light physical activity. One reviewer noted that most of their group had never kayaked before and still felt comfortable and safe.

Is It Suitable For Beginners?

Yes. It is clearly geared to first-timers, with a briefing beforehand, and one reviewer said their group of mostly first-time kayakers felt comfortable and safe throughout.

What Happens If The Weather Is Bad?

This is an outdoor activity and the weather can affect it. If conditions are unsuitable, the operator offers reschedule options including a full refund, with the cancellation policy available at booking.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The full policy is available on the booking page.

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