Is your inner adrenaline junkie craving for some adventure?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with some great ideas for outdoor activities in Sydney that are sure to get the adrenaline pumping. Go skydiving, go-kart racing, or even racecar driving without leaving town. These adrenaline activities in Sydney are great breathers from the monotony of work or uni , and you don’t even have to exhaust your much-needed energy from hours of driving.
Here are our top picks of adrenaline-inducing activities in Sydney:
- Challenge your friends to a game of stand up paddle ball (SUP) in Manly
- Go sky high and experience tandem skydiving
- Experience go-karting in Picton
- Speed down Sydney Motorsport Park with a pro in a V8 racecar
- Drive a V8 racecar at Sydney Motorsport Park
- Why not both? Self-drive a V8 AND ride with a pro!
- Take the racing outside the track on a Turbo WRX Subaru Rally Car
- Go OZ jet boating in Sydney Harbour for fantastic thrills
- Go around Sydney Harbour on a helicopter
- Rediscover Sydney on a seaplane flight
- Go on a Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Adventure
- Explore the waters of Manly on a kayak
- Learn how to stand up paddleboard in Manly
- Watch the sunset on a hot air balloon in Camden Valley
- Do hot air ballooning again, but this time in Hunter Valley!
1. Challenge your friends to a game of stand up paddle ball (SUP) in Manly
Feel the thrill, excitement, and fun of SUPBall with your friends and fam! Image credits @manlykayakcentre on Instagram
You’ve probably already heard of stand up paddleboarding (SUP,) now it’s time to try your hand at stand up paddle ball. Bring all your friends and family to Manly and hire a court for your very own game.
It’s simple—you’ll be divided into two teams, and to score, you’ll need to hit the goal buoys with your ball. You and your companions can choose whether to make it a contact or non-contact game. Whichever you choose, fun and excitement are assured.
If you’re new to the sport, you can learn the basics of paddleboarding and the rules of SUP Ball from expert instructors. Oh, did you hear? You can book a private court for FREE when you use your Dine & Discover NSW vouchers!
2. Go sky high and experience tandem skydiving
Take a leap of faith and go tandem skydiving in Sydney
This one is sure to get the adrenaline pumping. Feel the rush as you leap from a plane 14,000 feet above the ground!
This 60-minute freefall is every adrenaline junkie’s dream. And since it’s tandem skydiving, you’ll also be accompanied by a professional jumpmaster. Just take a leap and feel the breeze, you’ll be in safe hands. Plus, you can get a $25 discount when you book with your Dine & Discover vouchers!
You can also bring your friends and get sweet discounts of up to 23% off for a group of 4, 14% off for a group of 3, and 6% for two!
3. Experience go-karting in Picton
Fine weather for a thrilling day of go karting. Image credits @pictonkartingtrack on Instagram
Bring some friends, hop on a go-kart, and experience exhilarating turns and bends at the 640-metre karting track of Picton, only an hour’s drive away from Sydney. This is the perfect outdoor activity near Sydney for adrenaline junkie with a need for speed and a competitive spirit.
Here, you can enjoy three 10 minute races that will make you feel like a true racer! Of course, safety is still a top priority, so you’ll be given a safety briefing and provided with all the necessary safety equipment before you get started.
4. Speed down Sydney Motorsport Park with a pro in a V8 racecar
et a pro V8 racer take you down the tracks of Sydney Motorsport Park at heart-pumping speed
Another fantastic outdoor activity in Sydney for the adrenaline fanatic with a need for speed is the V8 Racecar Hot Laps Experience at Sydney Motorsport Park.
If you want to experience the thrill of racing in a V8 racecar though you’re not yet confident with your driving skills for racing, then this is the perfect option for you. Hop onto the passenger seat in your full safety racing suit and let the professional driver floor it for 2 high-speed laps around the track.
5. DriveDrive a V8 racecar at Sydney Motorsport Park
Be a V8 racer for a day and drive a few laps at Sydney Motorsport Park. Image credits @sydneymotorsportpark on Instagram
If you’re confident enough in your racing skills, then you can take the driver’s seat yourself and speed down Sydney Motorsport Park’s track. Choose between 4, 6, or 8 laps and experience the thrill of being a V8 racer for a day. Similar to the Hot Laps experience, you’ll also get to wear a race suit fit with your own helmet for safety.
Oh, and you can also get a sweet $25 discount if you book the Slipstream 4-lap package using your Dine & Discover NSW Vouchers! But if you want a thrill for longer, you can go for the Slingshot 6-lap package or the Enduro 8-laps package.
6. Why not both? Self-drive a V8 AND ride with a pro!
Experience the best of both worlds - let a pro drive you, and get behind the wheel yourself! Image credits @sydneymotorsportpark on Instagram
Get the best of both worlds with the V8 Racecar Hot Lap and Driving Combo at Sydney Motorsport Park!
Get behind the wheel of a V8 racecar and speed down the track for a 4-6 laptop, building your confidence with each one. With the electronic-lap counters in every car, compete against yourself with each and every lap.
Then, you can get back into the passenger seat and let the pro take the wheel to reach exhilarating speeds!
7. Take the racing outside the track on a Turbo WRX Subaru Rally Car
Take a drive on the wild side with Turbo WRX Subaru Rally Car Experience
Take a ride on the wild side and experience racing with a Turbo WRX Subaru Rally Car. If you also want to experience racing outside a paved track, then this adrenaline-pumping activity is perfect for you.
Choose between 8 or 12 laps and drive around the unpaved track, building your confidence and skill with each lap. Since safety is important in rallying, you’ll start with a safety brief where the instructor will also familiarize you with the track. You’ll be provided with a full-face helmet and overalls then strapped into a harness for maximum safety.
8. Go OZ jet boating in Sydney Harbour for fantastic thrills
They’re hanging in there! OZ jet boating in Sydney Harbour is definitely the perfect thrill ride. Image credits @ozjetboatingsydney on Instagram
Take your need for speed to the waters of Sydney Harbour and experience a thrill ride like no other! Add a dash of spins and splashes as you speed down the waters on a jet boat, with Sydney’s iconic landmarks such as the Opera House and the Harbor Bridge zipping past you.
Your Sydney-born guides will also re-acquaint you to the city’s famous skyline sights. It’s the perfect mix of excitement and sightseeing that is fun for the whole family!
9. Go around Sydney Harbour on a helicopter
A helicopter ride is always a great adventurous activity
No matter what the occasion, a helicopter ride is guaranteed to make you feel a rush like no other! With this ride, you’ll get to fly across Sydney Harbour and view the city like never before. You and your friends and family will get a stunning view of the city no matter where you sit inside the chopper.
Catch stunning full panoramic views of Sydney Harbour's icons including the Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo, Bondi Beach, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, all from a luxury helicopter. You also have the option for a private charter upgrade.
The flight is inclusive of complimentary drinks, a photo opportunity with the pilot and aircraft, and an onboard commentary.
10. Rediscover Sydney on a seaplane flight
Photo op before boarding a Sydney seaplane. Image credits @sydney_seaplanes on Instagram
Another sky-high outdoor activity that tours Sydney is the Sydney Seaplanes Highlights Flight. If you’re a local who knows the city by heart, then it’s time to get a dazzling new perspective of your hometown by soaring through the sky! It’s definitely a “must-do” if you’re a Sydneysider.
Upon taking off from Rose Bay you’ll see the Sydney Harbour from a fantastic vantage point while feeling the thrill of the speeding seaplane. Oh, and did we mention that you can get a $25 discount when you use your Dine & Discover NSW vouchers upon booking? Because you absolutely can!
11. Go on a Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Adventure
A moment captured right in the middle of a Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Adventure. Image credits @thunderjetboat on Instagram
Take a tour of Sydney harbour with a splash of 360-degree spins, breakneck turns, and high speeds with the Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Adventure!
Another one of the adrenaline pumping-activities with a fantastic view of the city, you’ll be acquainted with iconic Sydney landmarks such as Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Luna Park and various islands on the harbour while feeling a rush like no other.
For safety, you’ll be given a safety briefing before starting the adventure and provided with the necessary gear such as ponchos and life vests. To make the ride even sweeter, you can book it for FREE when you use your Dine & Discover NSW vouchers!
12. Explore the waters of Manly on a kayak
Go kayaking in one of the best kayak destinations in the New South Wales - Manly. Image credits @manlykayakcentre on Instagram
Paddle into paradise—a.k.a. the pristine waters of Manly—and go kayaking with your mates and fam! This adventure activity in Sydney will take you to the hidden beaches only accessible by boat, paddleboarding, and of course, by kayaking.
No prior kayak experience is needed, as the friendly staff will show you the ropes and get you ready for a fun kayaking experience. Feel the excitement of exploring new shores and discover new sights in Manly. And get this—you can also book the activity for FREE when you use your Dine & Discover NSW vouchers!
13. Learn how to stand up paddleboard in Manly
Paddleboarding students exploring the waters of Manly. Image credits @manlykayakcentre on Instagram
One of the most popular outdoor activities in Sydney, specifically in Manly, is stand up paddleboarding. You can learn how to do it in a heartbeat with the help of seasoned instructors.
Learn all the tips and tricks that will get you to paddleboard like a pro and have you exploring the hidden gems of Manly. It’s definitely an outdoor adventure worth trying!
Get this—you can also book a weekend group lesson for FREE when you use your Dine & Discover NSW vouchers! There’s no reason not to go!
14. Watch the sunset on a hot air balloon in Camden Valley
The few from up above on a hot air balloon over Camden Valley
Feel the rush of soaring through the sky on a hot air balloon with the Hot Air Balloon Sunrise Flight in Camden Valley, home to the very first commercial balloon flight over 40 years ago in Australia and only an hour away from Sydney.
Relish in the unhindered 360-degree views of the stunning landscapes and the picturesque orange and blue sky during sunrise. Feel every movement of the balloon as it drifts across the expanse, making for a truly exciting ride.
And if you’re feeling totally ravenous after the flight, fret not. This ride is inclusive of a hearty breakfast!
15. Do hot air ballooning again, but this time in Hunter Valley!
Catch the sun peeking from the ground in Hunter Valley. Image credits @huntervalley on Instagram
Go on a two hour drive from the city and get to watch the sun paint beautiful colours on the sky as it rises over Hunter Valley at the comfort of a hot air balloon! If you think you’ll enjoy the experience in Camden, you’ll love this one too!
Check out the view of the wine regions down below—from Pokolbin, Lovedale, Rothbury, to Broke. It’s the perfect opportunity to bond with your friends and fam while taking in all the sights from the sky to the ground.
After the ride, a delicious gourmet breakfast and champagne celebration await you at the famous Peterson House Winery.
