Guided Kayak Tour to Secluded Beaches in Manly

Paddle to secluded beaches around Manly Cove with a guide who shares local history along the way. This gentle kayak tour combines time on Sydney Harbour with opportunities to swim or relax ashore.

• Paddle a streamlined single sit-on-top kayak or share a wider double, with a middle seat for children

Itinerary

1. Meet at wharf level at Manly Sailing, East Esplanade, Manly, for your 10:30 departure. From the road, follow the side of the yellow Manly Yacht Club building down to the wharf.
2. Start with a safety briefing and paddling demonstration before leaving the wharf. Explore Manly, Collins Flat Beach, Store Beach and Quarantine Beach on the 2-hour-30-minute guided kayak tour; some stops may be skipped due to capacity or weather conditions.
3. Return to Manly Sailing at 13:00, 2.5 hours after the start.

What's Included

• English-speaking guide
• Kayak and paddling equipment
• Life jacket
• Dry bag for your phone and other belongings
• Refreshments
• Shower room access

Important details

• Ages 4+ only. Children aged 4–18 require accompaniment by a paying adult
• Children under 10 share a double kayak with an adult. Ages 10–18 may paddle solo but still require adult accompaniment
• This activity is not recommended during pregnancy
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
• Pets are not allowed
• Do not feed wildlife, walk on corals or damage the marine ecosystem
• Arrive 15 minutes before departure