“I'm pregnant. Can I still join the kayak tour?”

Meet Szilvia, one of our co-founders, who continued paddling throughout her pregnancy even in the final weeks before giving birth. Her experience helped our team understand something important: pregnancy doesn’t necessarily mean someone has to stop doing the activities they love—it may simply mean adapting how they participate.

This is where our double kayaks have become an invaluable accessibility option.

Rather than asking a pregnant guest to manage a single kayak independently, a double kayak allows them to paddle with their partner, friend or one of our experienced team members. The second paddler can provide additional power and support, allowing the pregnant guest to contribute as much or as little as feels comfortable.

We also recognise that comfort can change during pregnancy. We operate two different types of kayaks, giving us flexibility when selecting the most appropriate setup. We carry five sizes of life jackets so guests aren’t expected to squeeze into equipment that doesn’t feel comfortable or appropriate for their changing body.

Sydney mornings can also be cold, particularly when you’re sitting close to the water. We therefore provide additional warm jackets and waterproof pants when needed, helping guests stay warm and comfortable throughout the experience.

Most importantly, we talk.

Before launching, our guides check how the guest is feeling, discuss the route and conditions and make it clear that there is no pressure to keep up with anybody else. If something doesn’t feel right, we adapt.

For us, this is another example of what accessibility means in practice.

It’s not always a ramp, a sign or a piece of specialised equipment.

Sometimes accessibility begins with an email saying:

“I’d really love to experience Sydney Harbour, but I’m pregnant. Is it possible?”

And instead of deciding what someone can or cannot do for them, we provide the information, equipment and support that helps them make that decision safely.

Because sometimes the difference between “I can’t do that” and “I did it!” is simply having another seat in the kayak.