Swim Sydney
- Swim tour
Dive into an unforgettable aquatic experience in Sydney, Australia – the home of ocean swimming. The itinerary perfectly blends ocean swims, iconic ocean pool visits, and a breathtaking boat tour of Sydney Harbour.
This unique adventure is designed for ocean swimmers seeking an active and scenic exploration of Sydney’s stunning coastline and world-famous harbour.
Explore the golden beaches of Sydney’s eastern suburbs as you swim under the guidance of experienced local guides. From the gentle waves of Coogee Beach to the more exhilarating conditions of Bondi and Bronte, each ocean swim is tailored to give you the authentic local experience, mimicking the popular eastern suburbs’ ocean swim events.
You’ll dive into some of Sydney’s most iconic ocean pools, including the stunning Bondi Icebergs, Bronte Baths, and popular harbour pools. Nestled along the coastline, these saltwater pools offer a serene swimming experience where you can capture Instagram-worthy moments and unwind.
To cap off your adventure, you’ll take a leisurely boat tour of Sydney Harbour, cruising past iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. You’ll have the chance to take a refreshing dip in the harbour’s stunning secluded bays, soaking in the serenity of one of the most beautiful harbours in the world.
Meet active, like-minded people and experience the thrill of the ocean, the tranquillity of Sydney’s pools, and the magic of its iconic harbour on one unforgettable long weekend.
1-4 May 2025 / Inaugural tour led by OceanFit founder Andre Slade
16-19 Oct 2025 / Pair this tour with Swimrun Australia: Sydney North on 11 Oct
27-30 Nov 2025 / Includes participation in the Coogee Island Challenge event*
4-7 Dec 2025 / Includes participation in the Bondi To Bronte event*
*If the event date changes or is cancelled, the event swim will revert to the original itinerary swim.
You can expect an exciting and scenic itinerary that includes a mix of adventurous ocean swims, leisurely ocean pool visits, and a relaxing harbour cruise.
To squeeze the most from your time in this aquatic wonderland and get up and personal with Sydney’s iconic locations and landmarks, several long walks will involve variable surfaces and stairs, so this should be factored in before committing to the tour.
Tour starts: Day #1 @ 10 am to 12 pm, Bondi Icebergs
Tour finishes: Day #4 @ 12 pm, Bondi Beach
Important Note: We hope for fantastic conditions on these tours and have alternative plans should the conditions not be ideal or safe for swimming. Tours will go ahead in all weather, with conditions at the time determining the final itinerary for each tour. While all efforts are made to deliver all the swims and activities, we can’t guarantee that every swim and activity will be offered. No compensation is provided for missed swims and activities.
Skilled, knowledgeable and experienced crew and swim guides are there to support you
Our experienced local guides are local ocean swimmers with local knowledge
A low water safety ratio is supported by guides swimming and tow floats for long ocean swims.
How to book, payments, and terms and conditions
Flights, making your own way there, and activity transfers
Where you will stay, the meals we include, and other inclusions
Pre-requisites, safety and your personal swim experience
Once you have purchased a spot, either by making a deposit or full payment, then you will be emailed a confirmation of your booking and an invoice. This means your spot is secured.
The balance for your tour is due 60 days before departure. You can pay your balance at any time by contacting us.
Double Suites will be configured with one king-sized bed.
Twin Suites will be configured with two single-sized beds in the same room.
When booking a Double or Twin Suite, you must book both guests in at the same time on the same transaction.
Deposits and balance payments are made by the booking customer on behalf of both guests.
We will confirm the tour is going ahead, 60 days before scheduled departure, or when minimum numbers are met, whichever comes first.
Your 20% deposit per person is non-refundable.
You can transfer to another swim tour, that is already scheduled, up to 60 days before the departure of your originally purchased tour.
You cannot hold your booking to be transferred to a future swim tour that is not already scheduled and taking bookings (i.e. you cannot transfer to a tour the following year).
See full Terms & Conditions
Absolutely! You can trust us to refund your payment if we are unable to deliver your tour, or for any other reason as part of our Tour Terms & Conditions.
You can find the full Tour Terms & Conditions here.
The minimum age for this swim tour is 18 years unless otherwise specified (i.e. a family designated tour).
No. Unless they are a minimum of 18 years old.
If the weather and conditions aren’t ideal, we will try to find suitable swim locations and activities throughout Sydney.
The tour will not be cancelled due to forecast poor weather.
The maximum group size for this tour is 12 participants.
If you would like to pay your balance via bank transfer, please match the following details with those on your official OceanFit email reminder:
All major airlines fly into Sydney, including domestic carriers Virgin, Qantas & Jetstar. The airport is Sydney Airport (SYD)
No. You will need to organise your own flights to Sydney (or other transport to Bondi Beach).
We will let you know as early as possible when to book your flights once we have confirmed the tour has met the minimum numbers, at the latest, we’ll let you know 90 days before departure.
You are welcome to book flights at your earliest convenience, as long as you’re aware that they may need to be cancelled/transferred. Travel insurance, purchased at the time of booking, can help with covering the costs of cancelled tours.
The tour starts at the Bondi Icebergs pool.
Tour guides will be at the pool from 10 am until 12 pm awaiting the arrive of guests.
A group lunch is scheduled at the Bondi Icebergs Club at 12 pm.
No, airport transfers are not included.
We suggest catching a taxi or Uber to Bondi Icebergs from the airport.
We recommend travel insurance to protect against loss of valuables, illness (including COVID-19), late cancellations or failure to meet departure.
For Covid-19 cover, it is important that you secure your cover early (>21-days before the start of your trip) in order to take advantage of most insurance companies’ COVID-19 cover.
We’ll let you know what to bring once you’re booked.
Accommodation is at the Adina Hotel on Hall Street in Bondi Beach.
Suites are either Twin (two single beds) or Double (one king bed).
Solo guests are paired with another solo guest of the same gender.
No. All bookings include accommodation and all activity transfers are only from the hotel.
Yes. However, a single suite supplement will need to be paid in order to secure your own suite.
The following meals are included:
Refreshments and snacks are also provided throughout the day.
You must be able to swim at least 2km nonstop freestyle (e.g. you may have previously completed a 2km ocean swim event).
This level is required due to two point-to-point swims (Bondi to Bronte and Coogee Island) requiring this distance to be swum continuously.
If you can’t swim 2km but can swim 1km and would like to be a guest on this tour, you can attend; however, you won’t be able to participate in the point-to-point ocean swims.
We welcome swimmers of all speeds.
We recommended bringing and wearing swim fins on the longer swims if you think you may be significantly slower than the group.
No. You can choose which swims you participate in.
No. This tour requires a high level of freestyle swimming ability.
Yes. You can wear swim fins during the ocean swims.
This is recommended for slow swimmers on the long swims.
A non-swimmer is considered someone who will not participate in the ocean swims.
Non-swimmer partners or friends are welcome on this tour at a maximum of one non-swimmer per swimmer.
The price for a non-swimmer is the same as for a swimmer. These guests can participate in the pool and harbour swims.
Experienced local swim guides will provide water safety. On the ocean swims, guides will be with you in the water with rescue tubes.
All point-to-point ocean swimmers must use a tow float. These floats provide additional visibility and floatation and can carry a small number of items, such as phones, GoPros, and puffers.
There are three walks on this tour, all of which will need to be completed in full to get the most out of this tour.
All the walks include multiple stops for sightseeing and swimming.
You will need to wear a small day pack to carry your swimming gear, towel, and additional clothing.
Coogee To Bondi Coastal Track
Harbour Walk #1
Harbour Walk #2
Sydney Habour contains predominately sheltered water; we do not expect to be heading into large swells.
That being said, if you know you tend to get seasick, then please bring your own sea-sickness tablets with you.
Per Person^
Join OceanFit founder, Andre Slade, who will be leading the inaugural tour on 1-4 May 2025.
All prices are Per Person.
If booking a Double Suite for two people, please select “2” Guests.
^A 20% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking. You will be charged a one-off booking surcharge of $20 and a credit card payment processing fee of 1.6% of any online payment. Deposits must be paid online at the time of booking, balance payments can be made via bank transfer and do not incur the credit card payment processing fee.
Want us to hold a date? Simply book with a deposit and you can cancel within 7-days for a full refund* if more than 90-days prior to departure
You can transfer your booking to another scheduled tour up until 90-days prior to departure, for free^
You can transfer your booking to another person up until 30-days prior to departure, for free
Read the full Tour Terms & Conditions. *All refunds exclude the booking fee and credit card payment processing fee. ^Tour must be scheduled and have availability in order to transfer. No transfers to future, unscheduled tours.
We recommend travel insurance (purchased at time of booking) to protect against loss of valuables, illness (including COVID-19), late cancellations or failure to meet departure.
Get in touch with our friendly reservations team today by phone, email or web chat.
Would you like to book a private swim tour for just you and your friends?
We can arrange your tour date and fill it with swimmers and non-swimmers, adults and kids! We can also customise your tour to suit. Ask us about the dates we have available.
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