Sydney Harbour Sunrise kayak- Bridge and Opera House &photos free
Overview
There's a version of Sydney almost no one sees and it starts the moment you launch. We put in the water directly in front of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, so you get one of the best views on the harbour right from the start, with the Bridge towering above you as the sky begins to glow.
featured on Channel 7's Sunrise and Channel 9's Today.
A launch point right at the Harbour Bridge, so the best views and photo moments start from minute one.
led by friendly, experienced local guides relaxed, personal, and genuinely beginner-friendly.
Free professional photos and video included throughout the tour, so every great moment is captured for you.
Included: kayak, paddle, life jacket, full safety briefing, and free photos/video.
Once you're back on land, join us for a group photo at our Henry Lawson bus stop launch point right where you started, with the Bridge behind you. It's become a bit of a tradition, and the perfect way to close out the morning.
What's Included
- Paddle and life vest
- Stories about Sydney Harbour
- Premium kayaks
- Valuables stored away safe while tour operates
- Help and guidance for beginners
- Photography bundle package
- Guided sunrise kayak tour
Meeting Location
Blues Point Road
McMahons Point NSW 2060, 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
Watch Sydney wake up from the water. As featured on Channel 7's Sunrise and Channel 9's Today, our small-group sunrise kayak tour launches at first light right beside Sydney's Henry Lawson bus stop, gliding out onto glassy harbour waters while the city is still quiet.
You'll paddle beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge, past the lights of Luna Park, and time it perfectly to watch the sun rise behind the Sydney Opera House a view almost nobody else sees from the water. Groups are capped at 14, led by friendly, experienced local guides, so it's genuinely beginner-friendly no matter your paddling experience.
Included: kayak, paddle, life jacket, full safety briefing, and free photos and video taken throughout your tour. Once you're back on land, grab a group photo with us at our Henry Lawson bus stop launch point a small Sydney landmark in its own right, and the perfect way to cap off the morning. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5561183P2
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Average 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 45 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon 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 Balloon Tours’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 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 (AEDT).
- 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.
- Paddle and life vest.
- Stories about Sydney Harbour.
- Premium kayaks.
- valuables stored away safe while tour operates.
- Help and guidance for beginners.
- photography bundle package.
- Guided sunrise kayak tour.
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 12..
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 Sydney Harbour Sunrise kayak- Bridge and Opera House &photos free is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sydney Harbour Sunrise kayak- Bridge and Opera House &photos free will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Paddle and life vest
- Stories about Sydney Harbour
- Premium kayaks
- Valuables stored away safe while tour operates
- Help and guidance for beginners
- Photography bundle package
- Guided sunrise kayak tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
