Day Trips, Extended Tours & Accomodation Packages

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Our kayak tour begins with a short bush walk up a trail to the top of the ridge, where we can survey our route from a breathtaking lookout to over the meeting of the three great waterways: Berowra, Marramarra, and the Hawkesbury.

Then we head back to the water for a full brief on the stable and stylish double sit-on-top kayaks, before we paddle our way up to explore the River. Make our way through the charming Milsons passage. Under towering sandstone cliffs, across the river, and over to the historic Bar Island, a special place for the locals of the river for thousands of generations, where we'll find an ancient midden, old church, and forgotten cemetery. Paddle past the famous oyster farms, which have been one of the region's lifebloods for centuries.

Stop at river beaches for a picnic or a swim, and see the shipwreck of the mysterious HMAS Parramatta. Clamber up to the bottom of a hidden waterfall. Have a cool dip in a secret natural pool in the rocks of the bush.

Over the course of the day the Country will tell its story. The Indigenous heritage and settlers’ history. A trip you won't forget.

THIS TOUR TYPICALLY RUNS ON MONDAYS AND FRIDAYS, 

SPECIAL BOOKINGS AVAILABLE

Starting Point:  

By Car:

Deerubbun Reserve Boat Ramp, Mooney Mooney (by the north western corner of the bridge). A short 45 minute drive from Sydney. Up the M1 for 15 minutes, first left after the bridge over the Hawkesbury. Unlimited free parking. 

By Train:

Hawkesbury River Station, Brooklyn

A scenic one-hour train ride from central, with services leaving every hour. Exit the train station to the east, head left, and we will meet you in the boat at the ferry wharf.

Price:

$95 per person, group discounts available

Want to extend the adventure and stay on the river? Have a look at our 2-night Hawkesbury Escape packages. Camping and Boat House options available.

This tour takes us up the magnificent Berowra Valley. A place which has remained largely unchanged for millions of years. All signs of the world slip away and it feels like we are transported back in time.

Learn the story of the land and the water up close and personal, the indigenous heritage of the Country, and the history of the settlers. Watch for wildlife playing among the unspoilt bush, beneath the towering sandstone cliffs. 

Berowra Waters itself, however, is of course quite comfortable, with some of Sydney's finest restaurants and real estate. 

Enjoy lunch at one of the iconic waterfront restaurants (A Chef Secrets, Fish Cafe, Peats Bite or Berowra Waters Inn), or let us provide wraps to eat in the wild. 

Kayaking is exciting, but not strenuous. The waters are sheltered, and the tour runs at a gentle pace.  Our kayaks are comfortable and easy to use. No experience is required. All are encouraged.

There is up to 20 km available to paddle, we can do as much or as little as you like.

Meeting Point: 

Berowra Waters Boat Ramp:

All the way down Berowra Waters road, across the car ferry, and into the car park of the boat ramp.

Train and Hike:

A proper adventure! Add on a 6 km hike from Cowan Station down to the water in the valley, on a beautiful and well loved section of the Great North Walk.

For the ultimate indulgence, why not come in a sea plane from Sydney!

Time: Depends on the tides

Day:  Typically runs on Thursdays

Price:  $150 pp (group discounts available)

Enquire about our extended escapes - stay at a beautiful boat house at Berowra or Coba Point, or camp by a beach for a true wilderness experience. See our “2 nights in Berowra Valley” tour for more details.

Explore Sydney like never before. Starting in Berowra Valley, we make our way past Marramarra Creek, meet the mighty Hawkesbury River, look at Cowan Creek, then through Broken Bay,  into Pittwater, and out to the Pacific Ocean.

Choose your adventure by staying in waterfront cabins and dining on decadent degustations, or camping by the river and eating in the wild. 

Enjoy a waterfront meal at: A Chef Secrets, Berowra Waters Inn, Peats Bite, Hawkesbury River Oyster Shed, King Tide Cafe, Dangar Island Depot, Cottage point Inn, Cottage Point Kiosk, The Boat House, The Newport, Pasadena, or Church Point Waterfront.

We also offer a range of catering options. Tea, coffee, and fruit provided.

Jump out of the kayaks for some amazing hikes, in Popran National Park, Muogamarra Nature Reserve, and Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park.

No experience required, all food and equipment provided, all you need is an intrepid spirit. 5 days is a nice relaxed pace, with plenty of time to explore - the trip can easily be done in less.

Day 1: Berowra Waters - Hawkesbury

Day 2: Hawkesbury - Broken Bay

Day 3: Broken Bay - Pittwater

Day 4: Pittwater - Pacific

Day 5: Pacific - Home

This is an expedition, and while Kayaking is not particularly exerting exercise, guests should bring  sense of adventure.

Start: Berowra Waters (unless hiking from further up - can go  as far as Thornleigh.)

End: Palm Beach Ferry wharf (return transfers available)

Price:  

$995 (camping)

$1450  (boat houses)

Group discounts available, also reduced price for reduced time

This place deserves some time. The Guringgai people lived here for thousands of generations, enjoying the crystal clear waters and abundance of wildlife. Today the pristine beaches are a playground for the people of Sydney. Bush tracks lead up to breathtaking lookouts over the harbour and out to the ocean beyond.

Our unique accommodation / tour packages are the best way to experience this magical part of the world. We offer a range of options to suit any group, taste, occasion or budget. Stay in a selection of beautiful boathouses, a romantic cabin with a loved one, book a big place for a weekend with friends, or camp in comfort at The Basin (with showers, toilets, shelters, tables, and all food and equipment provided.) Wherever you choose, you can get a fire going and settle in for the night.

Dine at some of the waterfront restaurants - Church Point Waterfront, Boat House Palm Beach, Pasadena, The Newport, or let us cater some BBQs and picnics in the wild.

Explore the communities of Scotland Island, Elvina Bay, Lovett Bay, Morning Bay, Currawong, or  Mackerel Beach.

Watch for wallabies, eagles kookaburras, goannas, seals, penguins and more.

With a kayak tour and a boat tour included, this package gives you a front row seat to all the action.  Try wakeboarding tubing, swimming, snorkelling. Pull into a deserted beach for a splash and a play and a picnic. Explore the trails of West Head Lookout, Mackerel Trail, or Barrenjoey Headland. The views are breathtaking.

Or, just kick back with a book and a drink, and relax.

Waking up for a waterside breakfast, with a full day of adventures ahead is a feeling not to be forgotten.

Meeting points:  

Palm Beach Ferry Wharf: A scenic 50 minute drive from the CBD, through the famous “bends”. ample parking available. Or take the iconic L90 bus, all the way up the northern beaches from Wynyard.  Pick up from the city available at an extra cost of $30 per person.

Hawkesbury River Train station: An easy one hour ride from central, with trains leaving every hour. Just exit the station and head to the ferry wharf on the left, and we'll meet you in the boat.

Price:  

Boat House: $595

Camping: $495