Paddle and Paint Tour

Discover the Magic of Paddle & Paint with Sydney Kayak Experience!

Start your day in stunning Kirribilli, where our Paddle & Paint adventure begins! Glide across Sydney Harbour, soaking in breathtaking views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. This experience is perfect for travellers and locals looking for a unique way to paddle in Sydney. Capture unforgettable moments and snap incredible photos as we paddle together in this iconic setting.

Once back on shore, the creative journey continues in a beautiful private venue with a balcony overlooking the harbour. The painting session turns your harbour adventure into a hands-on painting in Sydney experience inspired by the places you paddle through earlier in the day. Under friendly guidance, you’ll create your own masterpiece inspired by the Opera House, Harbour Bridge or any other scene that captures your imagination.

Enjoy the session with refreshing juices and grazing boards. For an extra touch of indulgence, you can upgrade to sparkling wine.

Whether it’s a corporate event, a celebration with friends or simply a unique day out, Paddle & Paint combines creativity, adventure and giving back to the planet.

Book your unforgettable experience today!

What’s included

• Price: $149 per person (minimum of 8, maximum 30 people)
• Inclusions: Kayaking, painting session, grazing boards, and juices (with optional sparkling wine upgrade).
• Weather Policy: Free reschedule in case of bad weather.
• Impact: A portion of the profits is donated to the Australian Marine Conservation Society.
• Ideal for: Team building and social gatherings

What to bring

Clothes and shoes that are comfy, and you don’t mind getting wet. A long-sleeved rashie works a treat, and board shorts are quite good too!

• Spare shoes to get changed into after the session.
• Sunnies and a hat to protect you from the sun
• A bottle of water

For the colder months – layer up, early mornings and evenings can get a bit nippy.

We can also provide splash/windproof clothing for the winter season. ($5 cleaning fee will apply per item.)

Why experience this unique activity in Sydney

Few outdoor activities in Sydney combine creativity and adventure quite like our Paddle and Paint on Sydney Harbour. It brings together kayaking and art in a relaxed setting where guests can enjoy the harbour from the water and then turn that inspiration into their own artwork. As a Sydney Harbour experience, it offers a fresh perspective of the city while letting participants appreciate the surroundings.

Discover more ways to explore Sydney Harbour by kayak

If you enjoyed the experience, we also offer other ways to kayak around the harbour. Sydney Kayak Experience has several guided tours that let you paddle Sydney Harbour at different times of the day, each offering its own unique atmosphere.

• Sunrise Paddle: Start the day with calm water and soft morning light as you paddle across Sydney Harbour while the city wakes up.
• Sunset Paddle: Enjoy golden hour on the water as the skyline changes colour as the sun sets across the harbour.
• Opera House and Sydney Harbour Tour: A mid-morning guided paddle that brings you close to Sydney’s most famous landmarks, including the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
• City Lights Night Paddle: Paddle through Sydney Harbour in illuminated kayaks as the skyline lights up, including the spectacular Vivid displays during the festival season.

Cancellations

Your cancellation:

• Where you provide more than 7 days notice, you can get a 90% refund or choose a new date. We keep 10% to cover our fees.
• Where you provide between 3-7 days notice: You can get a 70% refund or we’ll offer a new date with a 10% rebooking fee. No refunds will be provided. We keep 30% from the refund to cover our fees.
• Where less than 72 Hours notice is provided, or you do not show, we do not provide any refunds, new dates, or store credit.

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