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Maria Bernal: What a great experience we had! Fantastic service an lovely morning tea. Thanks Kate for the History tips along the trip. Highly recommended!

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Paperboitroy Troy: I absolutely loved my ‘Sydney Highlights Tour’ experience with Sophie, the founder of OzPaddle.Being a first time kayaker, I was a little nervous beforehand. Sophie’s warm and welcoming demeanour immediately put me at ease.Clear and simple instructions for beginners and tips for more advanced kayakers were given before departure, including how to correctly hold the oars (which are professional and Olympic grade) and optimal sitting positions to allow the kayak to travel smoothly.After my belongings were locked and stored, I was given a life vest (which was matched to the colour of my kayak! *more on that later) the group of 12 set off into the gentle harbour waters. In my individual kayak, surrounded by amazing scenery, I immediately felt a sense of calm and tranquility, with nothing but my thoughts and the sound of water lapping against the nearby shore to distract me.There were no boats or ferries in sight making it the perfect spot for departure (near Boy Charlton cafe where you can grab a coffee beforehand or afterwards!).After getting the hang of it, we headed off around the harbour and took in the beautiful surroundings. Sophie was very encouraging and helpful the whole time towards anyone who was struggling and I felt confident and safe in her presence.For history buffs, Sophie provided some fabulous facts about the harbour and its landmarks. If you’d rather just kick back and take in the harbour, there was no expectation to stay too close to the instructor, some choosing to ride at a slower pace whilst still having the comfort in knowing that a professional was always nearby.One of the best features of the tour was that the instructor was frequently taking action shots throughout, and also taking individual, pair or group photos depending on who you’re travelling with at iconic points throughout the tour.Upon returning, Sophie sent all guests their happy snaps via a quick AirDrop or email. The process was very quick, made possible as each member was easily identifiable in thumbnail form through their kayak and vest colour (genius!) so other guests won’t unnecessarily get individual pictures of you or your friends for those who might be concerned about privacy. Group photos etc. from a distance and short videos were also shared to capture the essence of the experience. I left with an amazing range (over 100!) of Instaworthy, beautiful and colourful photos.Chatting with the instructor throughout, it’s clear that she is passionate about what she does and organically started the business, stemming from a history of competing in kayaking at a professional level, which then lead to a unique idea of sharing her passion of kayaking and knowledge of the city she loves with others.There were a range of peoplefrom a range of backgrounds on the tour, including guests from the UK, South Korea, U.S.A and locals alike. The vibe was very relaxed and inclusive.For any LGBTQI+ readers, OzPaddle is a safe space where you can enjoy a beautiful experience with your significant other or other members of your community in a warm and welcoming environment.So, if you’re a local like me or someone who wants to experience the harbour in a truly sensory, unique and memorable way, contact OzPaddle now and book your experience!There a lot of kayak companies out there but after my experience with OzPaddle, I truly believe it’s the best!Hope this review helps anyone who’s always wanted to try kayaking but wasn’t sure. Go for it! :)

Graham Quinn: Awesome activity, hosts were amazing and special shout out to Paul, told some great stories and made the event extra personal, would highly recommend…

dan putelli: We had a great time kayaking accross to Q-Station for coffee and a hot chocolate and then back along the shoreline to complete our 1.5 hour trip. Even the weather gods were with us :)Thanks Craig for your help and great customer service.

Genevieve Mae: Such a fun experience with 360 views of the most beautiful harbour in the world. The people who run this joint are awesome too.