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Bundeena
Kayaks & Paddle Boards

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Southern Sydney

Bonnie Vale, Bundeena

P: 02 9544 5294
M: 0419 254 981

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PaddlePALS social kayaking trips are a great way to enjoy the popular sport of kayaking with others. All equipment is provided - kayak, paddle, safety vest, bottled water and a cookie to enjoy when you stop off for a break!
PaddlePALS trips are recommended for people with some previous paddling experience as the trips are un-guided. A trip plan is provide at time of departure, then the group then sets out on a morning of kayaking adventure!  
Then after your morning of kayaking, you may choose to head down to one of the local Bundeena cafes for a cuppa and a chat with you new kayaking friends!

Booking and payment is required in advance. Payment options are as follows:
1. Direct Deposit to:
BSB: 112-879 (St George)
Account No: 106 270 981
Account Name: Bundeena Kayaks
Please reference: as PP, date, surname (e.g. PP 23 April Smith) and email receipt to: seakayak@iprimus.com.au
2. PayPAL
Use your credit card to pay using PayPAL secure payment system. Click ‘Pay PaddlePALS’ and you will be directed to PayPAL secure payment website where you can pay by credit card immediately.    

3. Credit Card
Call us on 9544 5294 with your credit card details

PaddleFIT® kayaking fitness sessions are a great way to keep fit and have fun at the same time. Check out: www.paddlefit.com.au for more info.

We organise regular social kayaking trips for males and females of all ages. No experience necessary. Email us at: seakayak@iprimus.com.au and we’ll let you know details of upcoming trips.

Bureau of Meteorology

source of wind and other weather predictions
Wind Predictions - provide by Bureau of Meteorology website
NSW Maritime - information about NSW waterways including regulations, maps and more
Tide Predictions - view and print tide time table from the NSW Maritime website

National Parks and Wildlife Service

NSW Fisheries - information of regulations (e.g. size and bag limits), management and research programs

PaddleFIT group kayaking fitness sessions are the perfect way to enjoy the popular sport of kayaking, improve your fitness and to spend time out on our beautiful waterways. Sessions running regularly at Cronulla, Grays Point, Bundeena and Sylvania. No experience needed and all gear provided. Visit www.paddlefit.com.au for more information.

Our very popular half day Learn to Kayak Course is a fantastic start into the sport of kayaking. The course runs monthly on a Saturday and costs $88 per person (kayak hire is included). Email us to find out dates of next course.

Find our more about our courses......

Bundeena Kayaks operates 5 days (closed Monday and Tuesday - except during summer school holidays when we are open 7 days)
9am to 5pm

Open all public holidays (except Christmas Day
Bookings are required

Our kayaking GIFT VOUCHERS make a great gift idea! Purchase one online and it will be mailed to your within 3 business days. More.....

Are there any prerequisites for PaddlePALS kayaking trips?

We recommend that participants in PaddlePALS have had some previous kayaking experience (or PaddleFIT Kayaking Sessions or our Learn to Kayak Course are great ways to get started!) however all participants must be competent swimmers and reasonable fit.  

What age people usually come along on PaddlePALS trips?

Most people who participate in our PaddlePALS trips range in age from 35 upwards, however all ages are welcome!
Can I just come along to one PaddlePALS trip or is PaddlePALS for regulars only?
It’s fine to come along on a one-off trip or as regularly as you like!
Will I be in a double or single kayak? What style of kayaks are used?

There is usually a choice of double and single kayaks. All kayaks are general purpose sit on top style around 3 metres in length.
Do guides come along on PaddlePALS kayaking trips?

No - PaddlePALS trips are un-guided kayaking trips. It is the responsibility of the group on the day to follow a plan for the trip. Basic kayaking instruction and trip plan provided at departure point.

What is included in the price?

Price includes hire of kayak, paddle and safety vest, map of area (per group) and a bottle of spring water and a cookie to snack on at morning tea

Can I use my own kayak?
Yes - this is fine. Cost is $15 less than listed price.

What do I bring?

Hat, sunscreen, towel, change of clothes, swimming costumes, sunglasses, water bottle, plastic bag or dry bag, spray/warm fleece jacket if rain or cold weather is predicted, picnic lunch and rug

What should I wear?

T-shirt, long sleeve or Lycra top and shorts/bike pants, water-proof sandals or booties

I have never kayaked before. Is this a problem?

No - just as long as you can swim and in reasonably fit condition then kayaking shouldn’t be a problem. You may also like to book into our Learn to Kayak Course where you will learn basic kayaking techniques and kayaking safety.

What happens is the weather is bad?
All kayaking activities are cancelled when the wind strength is predicted to be greater than 25 knots. Kayaking activities go ahead as normal on rainy days. In case of cancellation you will be given 1 year to rebook a PaddlePALS trip. Please note that refunds are not given.

What happens if I need to post-pone by booking?
Providing you give us 2 or more days notice you can change your booking to another date. You have up to 1 year to re-book

What happens if I cancel my booking?

If you cancel 7 or more days before the event we will give you a full refund. No refunds are given with less than 7 days notice.

Do I need to be able to swim?

Yes! All participants in any kayaking activities must be competent swimmers

Is there are minimum age requirement?

No - however we do ask that all participants can swim

How long does it take to get to Bundeena?

Just under 1 hours drive from the centre of Sydney

Enjoy some excellent coastal and bush walking trails, laze about or swim at one of the 4 beautiful beaches (all on Bundeena’s doorstep), have a picnic, go fishing, enjoy the cafe scene or visit the Bundeena RSL or Club Bundee.

Are there BBQ facilties in the Bonnie Vale picnic grounds?

Yes. Bonnie Vale is undergoing extensive renovation and when complete (in Oct 2007) will have gas bbq facilities and picnic tables.

Where do I park my car? Do I need to pay the National Park entry fee?

You can either park you car in the Bonnie Vale picnic grounds car park (right next to Bundeena Kayaks) or in the main street of Bundeena. If you choose to park inside the picnic area you will need to pay the National Parks entry fee, if you park outside the gates there is no need to purchase a park entry ticket.

When: Every Sunday
Time: 10-12noon
(please arrive 15 minutes early to complete paperwork. Group should be on the water by 9.30 - so don’t be late!)

Departs from: Bonnie Vale, Bundeena

Cost: $40 per person
Inclusions: hire of kayak, paddle and safety vest, map (per group), bottled spring water and a cookie