Guided Kayak Tour of Manly Cove Beaches
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Sydney, Australia
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See what’s beneath the surface of the sea on a small group, relaxing guided kayak tour that lets you admire the stunning environment of Manly Cove and learn a little history about the local area. Admire the coastal views as you paddle at a leisurely pace, and stop at a beach for a stroll and swim.
- No kayaking experience is necessary
- Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour
- All kayaking gear, including drybags, will be provided
- Snacks and hot drinks are included
What's Included
- Kayak, paddle and all essential safety equipment
- Safety briefing and paddling demonstration
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- Dry bag to store small personal belongings
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Manly Yacht ClubE Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095, Australia
We start our tours on the wharf below Manly Yacht club. We are in Manly and very easy to get to. If you arrive via ferry then head out of the ferry entrance and turn right, walk along the beach front until you reach the yacht club. Our office is located on the wharf overlooking the water.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.10:30 am
Itinerary
1
Collins Flat Beach
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Quarantine Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Store Beach
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
maaggarw99
This was a very memorable experience! The weather wasn't great but I still really enjoyed the beautiful beaches near Manly.
Hannah and Tristan were great too! They guided everyone so well that even a newbie like me was able to get into the rhythm and feel confident by the end of the tour. Hannah even gave us some of the history and trivia about the places we visited which added a lot of charm to the whole experience.
Overall, would definitely do it again if I visit!
Reviews
4.8
based on 45 reviews
Zachary_L, Apr 2026
Great experience! Was nice to see a few different beaches and learn some history as well. Tour guide was great!
Michele_C, Feb 2026
Great activity for a morning. The coves were lovely. Our guide did a great job with the group. Thanks for the boat ride back against the wind!
Hannah_W, Jan 2026
Great day! Beautiful beaches with some interesting histories. Kayaking route was not difficult either :)
Laura_A, Jan 2026
This was good fun! If you aren’t used to kayaking it isn’t the easiest so bear this in mind and do a 2 seater one if you can to share the task.
Went to some lovely spots and finished with the Q station. Hannah, our guide, was friendly and knowledgable! She provided us with a nice drink and little cake snack on one of the beaches which was well received!
The kids were a bit tired so we opted for a boat ride back and the lady who drove the boat gave us some lovely information on other beaches we could walk to after the tour for the afternoon. This was a lovely suggestion! Thank you!
Brent_B, Dec 2025
It’s fun and informative; excellent guide (Jackson) who was very supportive of less confident kayakers.
Josh_D, Nov 2025
Our guide Will was very friendly, it was a good day out would definately do again when back in Sydney / Manly.
maaggarw99, Nov 2025
This was a very memorable experience! The weather wasn't great but I still really enjoyed the beautiful beaches near Manly.
Hannah and Tristan were great too! They guided everyone so well that even a newbie like me was able to get into the rhythm and feel confident by the end of the tour. Hannah even gave us some of the history and trivia about the places we visited which added a lot of charm to the whole experience.
Overall, would definitely do it again if I visit!
Weizhi_C, Nov 2025
We had such a wonderful kayaking session at Manly Cove Beaches! My partner is more experienced, while I’m a beginner, but our instructor Jamie made the whole experience feel safe and fun. She was incredibly friendly, patient, and encouraging, which really helped me feel at ease even with the choppier waves.
It turned out to be just the two of us on the session, which made the experience feel extra intimate and special. Appreciate the orange juice and muffins provided, a great way to recharge after paddling.
Thank you, Jamie and Manly Sailing, for making this such a memorable experience. Highly recommend this tour!
Suzanne_K, Oct 2025
Easy kayak experience that does not require the participant to have kayaked much - if at all - to enjoy.
A tour of three separate beaches within close proximity to each other. Relaxed and informative.
a_k, Oct 2025
Will & Hannah did a great job of guiding the group, & kept checking in to make sure everyone was doing ok (the paddle back to the wharf was quite choppy). Totally worth it though- the 3 beaches were beautiful & not as crowded as the more popular ones. Such a fun way to spend the morning!
Mandy_K, Apr 2025
The visit to the Quarantine Museum is a highlight of Time should be allowed for this and maybe a brief conducted guided tour of the place. Most interesting.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Hi Mandy, thank you for your feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed the museum. We find some like the museum, some a walk up and around the grounds and some just like to swim at the beach. We will look at adjusting the time to spend a bit more time at this location for those activities.
Annabelle_Y, Mar 2025
Fantastic morning on the water. Well worth it! Jack was fabulous!! Suitable for all levels. Met some lovely people.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear your experience was so enjoyable.
Samantha_P, Feb 2025
This experience was so much fun and definitely worth the time! It’s not an easy kayaking experience, it does require a good amount of effort but don’t let that steer you away. As long as you have some experience and feel comfortable paddling you will be fine, I did it solo and was able to make it and there was varying experience in the group as well. Definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thank you for your review. We always recommend doubling up with someone to make it a little easier. We have lots of first time kayakers - guide is always there to lend a hand if required!
Jo_C, Jan 2025
Great experience
Generous amount of time with a lovely relaxed guide around some beautiful spots and hidden beaches
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thank you for your review. Glad you had fun exploring with us.
Caroline_K, Jan 2025
I was hesitant to do this because I was by myself but I truly loved this activity. The tour guides and other workers were so nice and accommodating, and very good about keeping everyone together. I had no previous kayaking experience, so I was a little nervous but my guide was amazing and very helpful.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you for your review. I've passed it onto your guide. They will be chuffed to hear you enjoyed yourself and were happy out on the water.
Teresabartonky, Jan 2025
Easy trip to navigate and the guide took us to the beautiful beaches with an incredible history. The harbor was busy but we were safe. It was a very enjoyable day!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Great to hear you enjoyed your paddle. Yes, the few weeks around Christmas and New Year can be busy on the harbour but still quite quiet compared to more easily accessible beaches!
Becki_A, Dec 2024
Great way to experience manly beach for the first time. Our guide, Bella, was spectacular and catered to our group's interest.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Bella was very pleased to hear you enjoyed yourself and had a nice time kayaking with her. Thank you.
Wei_C, Dec 2024
Dress is swim wear, the beaches are awesome; recommended for those with experience on kayaks, strong wind could make the paddling a bit challenging; luckily the club provided boat to bring us back; overall great experience
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your review. Glad you enjoyed yourself and the beaches. Always plenty of time to take a dip so swim wear definitely good idea! Depending on the conditions, it can be easy/more challenging but guides always there to assist. Best wishes.
Savannah_P, Apr 2024
We had a great time with Lewis!
We did 3 double kayaks and had 2 small kids with us. We had a great time kayaking on Manly!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
So glad you had a great day out with the kids and enjoyed the beautiful scenery of Manly by kayak!! Will let Lewis know that you enjoyed it!
Jacquelyn_A, Mar 2024
I loved this kayaking trip! My group’s guide, Lewis, was so knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely do this again.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thanks for the great review! We are so happy that Lewis added to your experience and you loved kayaking around Manly! Always welcome back!!
Daniel_A, Mar 2024
Amazing experience, really nice staff and small group. They had a place to put your things at the start and a small dry bag as well.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
We are so pleased you enjoyed yourself on your guided kayak tour and found ease in the resources we have at hand to use! Thanks for the positive review.
Kate_W, Mar 2024
The tour guide was absolutely lovely and had some great facts about the coves she took us too. The stops were really pretty and we even had time for a swim at each of them. A great way to spend my last day in Sydney, I would definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
What a way to spend your final day in Sydney exploring Manly by Kayak! We are so pleased you enjoyed your experience with us!!
Will_R, Dec 2023
Martha and Owen were great.
Visited nice coves and beeches close to Manly and heard about the history.
Isla_C, Oct 2023
Absolutely fantastic, would highly recommend, our tour guide Owen was informative, friendly and took us to 3 stunning beaches. Great way to see the Manly coastline and find out more about the local history.
Pranav_J, Oct 2023
This tour takes you to some of the most exclusive beaches in Manly while kayaking. Our guide Brooke was very friendly and helpful.
Would definitely recommend this tour to everyone.
Nicole_P, Oct 2023
Even though it was really windy, had such a great time kayaking in the ocean. Brooke was absolutely lovely and explained the history behind each beach we visited and even brought little snacks for us to share! Highly recommend to everyone (unless you absolutely hate getting wet).
Gayle_A, May 2023
This was a great excursion. Just wished we were told to bring bathing suits and a change of clothing. Guide was great!
Ingrid_C, May 2023
Our tour guide was very kind , helpful and patient as we paddled to our ability . Delicious picnic provided on the beach . We even got to see a seal swim close to us in the harbour. Tour was a great way to see parts of Manly you wouldn’t normally see
Andrea_V, Apr 2023
It is a kayak tour along the coast. We took the glass bottom kayak, but there was not much to see. First of all the reflection made it difficult to actually see something, and second there was not much to see in the water. Of course, the organization cannot be blamed for this. The trip was not too heavy for the arms but still a nice exercise. What we saw was ok, beautiful vegetation along the water, some nice birds, but nothing spectacular to be honest. With regards to the glass bottom kayak, I would not recommend it as two of these kayaks in our group filled almost completely with water so it was paddling from a 'bathtub'.
carl_d, Feb 2023
Had an amazing adventure on the Kayaks and visited some great locations. Our Tour guide was very friendly and helpful and ensured a great experience.
I would highly recommend this Tour and i will be doi g it again. A
Thanks, Carl
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