About Southern Cross Kayaking
Southern Cross Kayaking is a reputable ecotourism business established in 2011, offering guided kayak tours and kayak and stand-up paddleboard hire across multiple stunning waterways in the Greater Blue Mountains and surrounds. Affiliated with Paddle Australia and holding commercial licences through NSW National Parks, they combine paddling expertise with a strong commitment to environmental education and conservation.
Their guided tours visit locations including Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp in Wollemi National Park, Cockle Creek, Cowan Creek, Middle Harbour, the Colo River, and Calabash Bay — each offering a different landscape from sandstone gorge paddling to sheltered harbour cruises. Kayak and SUP hire is available for independent paddlers at Ganguddy-Dunns Swamp, one of the region's most photogenic waterways with its submerged pagoda rock formations.
All tours are led by qualified instructors and designed for all ages and skill levels, from absolute beginners to confident paddlers looking for longer expedition-style outings. Southern Cross Kayaking's eco-focused approach means minimal impact on the waterways they explore, making them a thoughtful choice for visitors who want to experience the Blue Mountains from a completely different perspective — on the water rather than the cliffs.
