Paddle Pittwater’s sheltered bay, then hike a steep bush track to the Lovett Bay waterfall for a picnic lunch. This half-day trip pairs easy kayaking with a short but lively walk — ideal for visitors who want sea and scrub in one outing.
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You push off from a quiet shoreline into Pittwater, oars cutting a glassy bay that opens to forested headlands. Salt-scented wind brushes your face as mangroves and sandstone cliffs slide past, and the water gently insists you keep going — the paddle rhythm becomes part of the landscape.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness; able to paddle for an hour and manage a steep 15–25 minute bush climb with uneven footing.
Wildlife
History
Pittwater and the Ku-ring-gai Chase area have long been home to Aboriginal communities; sandstone rock and shoreline features were used for food gathering and cultural practice for millennia.
Conservation
Stay on marked tracks, pack out all waste, and avoid trampling vegetation—Pittwater’s estuaries and sandstone flora are sensitive to erosion and disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Pittwater Lunch Paddle with Waterfall Bush Walk today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring layered footwear
Wear shoes that can handle wet decks and rooty, rocky trails — light trail shoes or sandals plus a change of socks work well.
Hydrate and pack snacks
Carry at least 1–1.5 L of water for the day and a small snack; the included picnic lunch is satisfying but you’ll want water for the climb.
Protect against sun exposure
Pittwater reflects sunlight strongly—use SPF, a brimmed hat, and polarized sunglasses for glare and eye comfort.
Secure electronics in a dry bag
Keep phones and cameras in watertight protection during the paddle and leave valuables in a dry compartment when walking.
Trail shoes or sturdy sandals
Handles wet launches and provides grip on the steep, rooty bush track.
Dry bag (5–10 L)
Keeps electronics, spare clothes, and lunch dry during the paddle.
Sun protection (hat & SPF)
Pittwater’s open stretches reflect strong sun—protect skin and eyes.
summer
Light daypack with water bottle
Carries hydration and layers for the hike and picnic moment.