Kayak to Me-Mel, (Goat Island) - at the Heart of Sydney Harbour V.2

Region: Sydney
State: NSW

AUD $125.00

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Duration: 

3h
Come on an unforgettable kayak adventure and history tour. Paddle past all the great Sydney icons before landing your kayak in a secret cove on Me-Mel (Goat Island) which is right at the heart of the harbour. Much more than just a tour!

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Meet at our boatshed which is located on the waters edge at Blackwattle Bay only a couple of kilometres from Sydney’s centre. It’s easy to walk from the city, catch a bus, take the light rail. Street parking can be found for drivers.

Your guide will get you prepared for the day ahead and fitted into your kayaks. We will provide top notch single or double sea kayaks, high end paddles, PFD (life vest) and everything else you need for a comfortable morning on the water.

After a safety briefing and introduction to efficient paddling technique we’ll launch our sleek kayaks and head out under the Anzac Bridge towards the centre of the Harbour. We’ll experience the built environs and get up close and personal with many of the harbour’s natural wonders and marine inhabitants. We’ll paddle to the center of the harbour, where we’ll get some photos of you framed by the Harbour Bridge. We’ll continue on to Goat Island where we’ll land in a secret cove before exploring this special place on foot. Goat Island is a designated conservation zone and landing is only allowed by special permit which is included as part of your tour. After a guided walk around the island, we’ll hop back into our kayaks before paddling back via Darling Harbour.

After we’re finished your welcome to have a hot shower before treating yourself to a well earned lunch. There are many great food options nearby including the Sydney Fish Markets, the Tramsheds or the Famous Glebe Point Road which has scores of great local cafes, pubs, micro breweries,and restaurants.

• Whole tour is approx. 3 hours including approximatley 40 minutes on Goat Island

• Adventurous kayaking
• Breathaking Views – with photos to prove it!
• Exploratory tour on the seldom visited Goat Island (Permit included)
• Historical Sites, Natural Wonders, Urban Renewal, Wildlife and Bird Spotting

Wear sports type clothing, synthetic tights or shorts and think about sun protection.

Bring a towel and a change of clothes for when you’re finished.

No child rates. Must be at least 14 years and accompanied by a parent or guardian

There is a full refund with no penalty for changes or cancellation with a minimum of 7 days notice.

Although the tour is conducted within the enclosed waters of Sydney Harbour we will need to cancel in the unlikely event of a strong wind warning. These are normally forecast within 3 days at which time you will be notified and a full refund issued.

We will issue a replacement voucher or 100% refund if we cancel for any reason.

Sea Kayaks are enclosed type – Not suitable for people over 100 KG or XXL waist size

IMPORTANT: YOU MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM and have a MEDIUM TO HIGH LEVEL OF FITNESS. This is a proper mini kayaking expedition!





Thank you for booking my Sydney Harbour Kayak Adventure.

There is a safe place to leave bags whilst we go paddling and plenty of room in the kayaks for your drink and snacks.

Here is a list of things to bring:

Sun protection – sun cream/hat/sunglasses etc

A raincoat if rain is forecast

Synthetic sports type clothing for kayaking in (avoid cotton clothes as these absorb water and can make you cold)

Shorts or synthetic tights (no jeans)

Shoes or sandals that you can walk in the water with. Thongs (flip fops) are not suitable.

Small drink bottle

And for when we’re finished:

Some dry clothes to change back into

A dry bag (or plastic bag) for your wet clothes

A towel

I do have some spare water shoes and kayaking clothes but can’t guarantee I have your correct size.

I look forward to seeing you outside The Boathouse at the TIME ON YOUR BOOKING CONFIRMATION EMAIL*. Please don’t be late as there may be others waiting.

Please check your receipt as that is the meeting time but generally we meet at 8AM sharp


Be sure to have a hearty breakfast!


Sydney Uni Boathouse

123 Ferry Road JUST WAIT AT THE END OF FERRY ROAD

GLEBE NSW 2037

If you come by Light Rail get off at GLEBE and head down to the bay where you can walk along the waterfront until you come to the end of Ferry Road.

Once we’re finished there are plenty of lunch options in the area including the Sydney Fish Markets or the nearby Tramsheds. There are also lots of food options along the famous Glebe Point Road.

Full refund or replacement vouchers will be offered if we cancel for any reason or if client cancels more than 14 days from tour date. No refunds or vouchers for no shows or cancellations less than 14 days from tour date.

         

                Kayak Matt

      PADDLEPIRATES.COM.AU

     matt@paddlepirates.com.au 

           BLACKWATTLE BAY

            GLEBE NSW 2037

                0418166508


TERMS AND CONDITIONS

YOU MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM. Please do not book if you are a non swimmer! Guests should be over 14 years of age Maximum weight per person 90 KG (180 Pounds) Kayaks are enclosed type (proper sea kayaks) Not suitable for XL waste size Moderate to high fitness required Must have no serious medical conditions Guests may be asked to share a double kayak

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