Things to do in Cranebrook, Sydney

The best things to do in Cranebrook, Sydney, focus on the Penrith Lakes. You can go rafting at the Penrith Whitewater Stadium, rowing at the Sydney International Regatta Centre or jetpack flying with Jetpack Adventures.

Cranebrook is one of the lesser-known suburbs of Western Sydney. To all intents and purposes, it is part of Penrith, and it is next to the Penrith Lakes.

The Penrith Lakes were used for the rowing, canoeing and kayaking events in the Sydney 2000 Olympics. They are now a watersports hub for the Greater Sydney Area.

13 brilliant experiences in Sydney you should book

The Three Sisters in the Blue Mountains.

(💲Great value 💲) Tick off several bucket list items on a highlights-packed Blue Mountains day tour.
Get perfect views of the world’s most beautiful city on a Sydney Harbour helicopter tour.
Save money with a multi-attraction pass.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoy the romance of a tall ship cruise on Sydney Harbour.
Eat all you can at the Skyfeast at the top of Sydney Tower.
See migrating humpbacks – on a whale-watching cruise.
(Highly recommended ✅) Go behind the scenes of Australia’s most famous building on an Opera House tour.
Dine as the city lights up on sunset dinner cruise around the harbour.
Combine beers and stories on a historic pubs tour through the convict-era Rocks district.
Stand on your board and catch waves during Bondi Beach surfing lessons.
Go to wombat and kangaroo-spotting hotspots on a Southern Highlands tour.
Enjoy Sydney’s wild side on a Manly snorkelling & nature walk.
(🥇Top choice in Sydney) And, best of all, paddle to hidden beaches on a harbour kayaking adventure.

Sydney International Regatta Centre in Cranebrook

The Sydney International Regatta Centre is the main focus of the Penrith Lakes. However, it’s more suitable for specialist Sydneysiders than casual tourists. Rowers, sailors, kayakers and open water swimmers can use the Sydney International Regatta Centre facilities, but must pre-book at least 72 hours in advance.

You don’t, however, need to book in order to use the 5km of walking and cycling trails around the lakes. There’s also a Parkrun that goes around the Penrith Lakes. This is free to join, but you need to register to join the Penrith Lakes Parkrun.

Penrith Lakes activities: Penrith Whitewater Stadium

Visitors to Cranebrook will probably be more interested in the Penrith Whitewater Stadium. Here, you can take whitewater kayaking lessons. But most will probably be interested in the whitewater rafting experiences.

Rafting at the Penrith Whitewater Stadium in Cranebrook, Sydney. Photo courtesy of Destination NSW.

The guided rafting trips at Penrith Whitewater Stadium start off with safety instructions. But once drilled, it’s time for the crew to get out onto the water and ride the rapids. The guided rafting tours cost $94 per person.

The other adventurous activity you can try on the Penrith Lakes in Cranebrook is jetpack flying. Jetpack Adventures lets you fly with a water-powered jetpack. These jetpacks are attached to a big hose, which fires water out from the back and propels the flyer upwards and forwards. 15 minute flights cost from $199.

More Sydney neighbourhood guides