Sydney Harbour Kayaks - My Paddle Passport
Paddling Guide to Middle Harbour, Sydney Australia
Click here to download the My Paddle Passport paddlers guide to Middle Harbour.
My Paddle Passport
Your Guide to Exploring the Hidden Wonders of Middle Harbour
Middle Harbour is one of Sydney's greatest natural treasures.
Stretching from the bustling waters of Sydney Harbour into a maze of secluded bays, pristine bushland, sandy beaches and winding mangrove creeks, it is a place that rewards exploration.
But where should you paddle?
Which routes are best for beginners?
Where can you find the most beautiful beaches, hidden coves, wildlife and sheltered waterways?
That's exactly why we created My Paddle Passport.
Produced by the professional paddlers and guides at Sydney Harbour Kayaks, My Paddle Passport is your complete guide to exploring Middle Harbour safely, confidently and at your own pace.
Whether you have one hour available or an entire day on the water, the Paddle Passport helps you discover some of the most spectacular paddling experiences Sydney has to offer.
Explore Like a Local
The team at Sydney Harbour Kayaks has spent decades exploring every corner of Middle Harbour.
We've paddled its beaches, mangrove forests, sandstone headlands and hidden waterways thousands of times.
My Paddle Passport brings together that local knowledge and experience into a simple guide designed to help you make the most of every paddle.
Inside you'll discover:
✔ Recommended paddling routes from 1 hour to full-day adventures
✔ Easy-to-follow maps
✔ Suggested beaches and stopover locations
✔ Wildlife viewing opportunities
✔ Historical points of interest
✔ Recommended routes for different experience levels
✔ Wind direction maps to help you find sheltered paddling areas
✔ Local paddling tips from our experienced guides
Click here to download the My Paddle Passport paddlers guide to Middle Harbour.
Routes for Every Adventure
Whether you're looking for a quick paddle before work or a full day of exploration, there's a Paddle Passport adventure waiting for you.
1 Hour Adventures
Perfect for beginners, families and visitors looking to experience the beauty of Middle Harbour.
2 Hour Explorations
Discover hidden beaches, sandstone cliffs and some of the harbour's most spectacular scenery.
Half Day Adventures
Venture deeper into the harbour and explore destinations such as Bantry Bay, Sugarloaf Bay and Scotts Creek.
Full Day Journeys
For those wanting to experience the very best of Middle Harbour, these routes showcase remote beaches, magnificent bushland and waterways that few Sydneysiders ever get to see.
Paddle with the Conditions
One of the most important skills in kayaking is understanding the weather.
My Paddle Passport includes a series of special maps showing which areas of Middle Harbour offer protection from different wind directions.
Whether the wind is from the north, south, east or west, we'll help you find a route that allows you to enjoy your paddle safely and comfortably.
It's one of the many reasons why Middle Harbour is such a fantastic location for kayaking throughout the year.
Wildlife, Nature and Discovery
One of the great joys of paddling Middle Harbour is the opportunity to experience Sydney's natural environment from a completely different perspective.
You may encounter:
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Dolphins
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Fairy Penguins
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Australian Fur Seals
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Turtles
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Rays
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Sea Eagles
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Herons
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Cormorants
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Kingfishers and other native birdlife
The harbour's healthy mangrove forests, sandy beaches and protected waterways provide important habitat for many species and offer a glimpse into a side of Sydney that most people never experience.
Sydney's Middle Harbour
Following in the Wake of the Cameragal People
Long before modern kayaks explored these waterways, the Cameragal people paddled the harbour in traditional bark canoes known as nawis.
Middle Harbour has been a place of travel, fishing and connection for thousands of years.
As you paddle through these waterways, you'll be following routes that have been travelled by Sydney's original paddlers for countless generations.
Ask our staff about local Aboriginal heritage sites, rock engravings and the remarkable history of the harbour.
A Living Guide
Middle Harbour is always revealing something new.
A hidden beach. A new wildlife encounter. A forgotten piece of history.As our guides continue to explore and learn more about this remarkable waterway, My Paddle Passport will continue to evolve.
We welcome feedback, suggestions and discoveries from fellow paddlers to help make future editions even better.
Download Your Paddle Passport
Your next adventure starts here.
Download the latest edition of My Paddle Passport and begin exploring the hidden wonders of Middle Harbour.
Please note: My Paddle Passport is provided as a digital e-book. If you would like to take the guide on the water, we recommend printing the pages relevant to your planned route.
Laminated harbour maps are also available from Sydney Harbour Kayaks; however, they do not contain the detailed route information and local knowledge found within the Paddle Passport.