Melbourne City Sights Kayak Tour
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Melbourne City Sights Kayak Tour
By Kayak Melbourne
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Ages 10-75, max of 18 per group
Duration: 1h 45m
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Live guide: English
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- All Paddling Equipment
- Kayak Tour Guide
What's not included- Hotel transfer
- Bottled water
- Start:
- Richmond Rowing Club, 7 Boathouse Dr, Melbourne VIC 3004, AustraliaWe meet along the river at Boathouse Drive. Directly across the Yarra River from Federation Square.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 59718P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- What to bring: Water - Eco-friendly bottle, Sun hat/Beanie, Sunglasses. Please wear clothing appropriate to the weather conditions, you may want to bring a change if you are going out afterwards.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Minimum age is 10 years
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 59718P2
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- justalittlebitocd0 contributionsBloody AMAZEBALLS. Such a buzzThis was bloody phenomenal !!!!! Hubby and I had the absolute best night. Such an awesome way to drink in Melbourne Our tour started in Docklands near Marvel Stadium. We had a quick lesson briefing and off we went. Under the Bolte and up the Yarra. Stopped for dinner. Saw the most spectacular sunset Past Crown and the fire show Melbourne in all your glory of city lights and ended at the boatsheds We have a couple of tips : Outfit : regardless of the weather note that you will get wet from the water splashing from the paddles etc. I wore a lightweight spray jacket and it was PERFECT to keep me from getting wet. I also opted for shorts which I was happy with because then I didnt have wet leggings or pants like others did BUT we had a warmer night. So Potentially consider lightweight water proof type spray pants or shorts. We both opted to wear a cap for the sun which was also handy keeping our hair dry. Dinner : order the pizza or the fish and chips. Basically something easy to eat. Remember you dont get out of the boat. I ordered fish and salad it it isn't the easiest thing to eat in a kayak general : take a small hand towel or something. My hands were getting wet and cold and my iphone wouldn't open to take photos. And you are gunna want to take photos! I had to keep drying my hands on my tshirt under my jacketWritten March 23, 2025
- Hatfia0 contributionsA fabulous Melbourne experienceOn a superb warm evening, we enjoyed a wonderful experience of gliding through the water of Docklands and the Yarra on the Sunset Kayak experience. Our guides, Aiden and Ben, were calm, experienced and knowledgeable. A fabulous way to experience Melbourne as the sun set and the lights of the city came on. We had little kayaking experience but the pace was relaxed and we managed easily (although my technique may not have been the best!). Highly recommended!Written March 19, 2025
- julietbhandari0 contributions1st kayak experienceWe attended this as a couple. It was safe & enjoyable as the boat was well balanced & supported and the guide was very helpful & alert. A must try experience.Written March 17, 2025
- cfinntravels0 contributionsAn amazing cruise along the Yarro River!A fabulous cruise along the Yarro River! We loved that it provided city views on either side of the river and our guides, Daniel and Ben were the best!Written March 3, 2025
- Scott P0 contributionsGreat night out!Nice to see the city from the river at night. Great Friday night thigg by to do. The tour guides were so friendly and knowledgeable.Written March 2, 2025
- jimlU5890BC0 contributionsA perfect paddleWe had a wonderful experience paddling the Yarra River at night. Of all the tours we have done on our Australia/New Zealand odyssey this was one of the best. We love to paddle and this was a truly unique way to experience Melbourne. Our guides (Jabo and ????) provided an appropriate level of instruction at the beginning and were attentive to the group throughout. We must have been an experienced group because we had to pause several times along the way to hit their time marks. Dinner in the kayaks was ok and served its purpose but the highlight was seeing the beautiful Melbourne skyline after dark and especially the pyrotechnics outside the casino as we passed by. Anyone we showed our photos to were amazed (and envious) of our experience. A special shout out to Jo Gasteen of Journey South for arranging this for us. It did not disappoint!Written February 20, 2025
- theworldwithwilf0 contributionsThe best activity we’ve ever booked.The best experience. We love a unique activity on holiday and this is by far the best thing we have ever booked. Daniel and Charlie were incredible tour guides. The food was incredible. All training and equipment provided. I’m not athletic at all but we didn’t struggle with this activity so don’t let your fitness levels prevent you from doing this. I will recommend this over and over again to anyone visiting melbourne or looking for a unique date night.Written February 15, 2025
- Dennisz00 contributionsAwesome experienceIt was an awesome experience seeing Melbourne by night while being in water! My wife and I really enjoyed it and also The instructors and how it was organized was just perfect. The group, the conversations we had, the explanation of the different places we saw, .... Everything was perfect :)Written February 10, 2025
- smallhallnz0 contributionsFun, easy, scenic kayak tourGreat value, Guides were professional, knowledgeable, and made the trip fun to be on. Kayaks were stable and good for beginners, from youngsters to older (well I am over 70!).Written February 9, 2025
- stephenR2097OS0 contributionsWhat a way to see the Melbourne skyline !!We did the Sunset kayak tour and with absolutely no kayaking experience and my wife and I both over 60 it was a breeze and absolutely awesome!! The views spectacular, dinner whilst sitting in your kayak hearing about the Yarra River and Melbournes history fantastic and the finish up past the Casino and Southbank area under the stars a big finale!! Thoroughly recommend it !!Written February 3, 2025
- Colleen_23090 contributionsBeautiful sunsetSuch a worthwhile experience. Loved seeing the sights and hearing some of the history of Melbourne. Fabulous guide who clear Enjoys his work.Written January 29, 2025
- Gus_LopezP0 contributionsNice but in singles would have ben betterIt was a pretty nice experience and our guide Adam was very kind and easy going. Me and my friend did this together in the same kayak but it would have been better doing it in single ones. I totally recommend it.Written January 22, 2025
- Christopher H0 contributionsA must do kayak experience when in Melbourne. Absolutely fantasticAiden & Mitch from Melbourne Kayak were so great. Our kayak experience around the docks and up the Yarra River was absolutely fabulous. The views of the city and overall atmosphere makes this is a must do tour when in Melbourne.Written January 9, 2025
- binnstay0 contributionsKayaking with friends.We did the Twilight dinner cruise, with friends. We had the best time. We highly recommend Kayak Melbourne and their kayaking experience. Our guides were amazing - fun, friendly, knowledgeable, but most of all experienced and safety orientated. We felt safe the whole time. December is such a great time to see Melbourne from it's water ways. If you are looking for a different tour experience - these guys are your go to.Written December 21, 2024
- pfarrelly20240 contributionsBest Afternoon in yearsStaff feedback was that this was the best Christmas Party ever! We paddled into town and back, Matt was great and give us some very interesting facts. Highly recommend it to anyone.Written December 15, 2024
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Amy K
Hobart, Australia7 contributions
Sep 2022
As complete beginners to kayaking, my husband and I were wondering how we would go on the Moonlight Kayak tour. From the beginning, Josh and Aiden were absolutely amazing and made us feel comfortable and relaxed. Our stop for dinner (delicious fish and chips) was a perfect way to have a chat about the surrounding area's history as the sun started to set. We then kayaked up to and under the Bolte bridge, before taking our time down the Yarra - an amazing view of Melbourne city, especially on a Saturday night. The kayaks were great and both my husband and I felt safe and stayed dry the whole time. We would highly recommend this tour!
Written September 12, 2022
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Robert P
Langwarrin, Australia13 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Wow.... what a beautiful way to see our marvellous city! Ben and Matt are great hosts, knowledgeable, respectful and engaging guys who really make the day one to remember. This tour is well worth the money and I look forward to exploring other city's from the water
Written March 25, 2023
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Emma C
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Couples
Me and my boyfriend were in Melbourne for only a couple of days. The city tour during the day was a great way to see the city from a different perspective. Our tour guide was really enthusiastic and shared some insights about the city throughout the tour. It was the highlight of our day!
Written October 13, 2024
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Henry
1 contribution
Feb 2023
Really enjoyed the tour. Very relaxed atmosphere the whole way through. Tour guide was excellent and was in control the whole time without making anything stressful even though we were caught in some winds. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to see Melbourne from a different angle
Written February 12, 2023
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MarkW
Sydney, Australia15 contributions
This was an absolute highlight. We were only in Melbourne for a longish weekend and we had a great time on the Sunday morning. Our guide Paul was excellent. Started with very clear instructions with great tips on effective paddling. My wife never paddles and thanks to him she developed great technique right from the start and had a great time and she’s not at all the sporting type! The kayaks were honestly the best kayaks I have ever been in. Very comfortable and easy to control with the foot pedals. Great back support as well, using brilliant foot rests.
Full thanks to Paul for a great time. I should especially thank him for checking the personal flotation device afterwards and finding the unit keys and sending it back to the owner on his own initiative.
Will fly to Melbourne and next time try the night tour which also includes delicious fish and chips on the way.
Full thanks to Paul for a great time. I should especially thank him for checking the personal flotation device afterwards and finding the unit keys and sending it back to the owner on his own initiative.
Will fly to Melbourne and next time try the night tour which also includes delicious fish and chips on the way.
Written January 24, 2022
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lotteraa
Melbourne, Australia12 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
Great morning out on the water and a really different way to see Melbourne. Paul and Rick gave the perfect amount of instructions so that you felt confident in the kayaks. They guys were knowledgeable and made the morning really fun.
Written December 31, 2021
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Michele W
6 contributions
Feb 2020
Thanks to our tour guide our experience of Kayaking down the Yarra River in beautiful Melbourne was fun and really interesting. We felt safe and stable in our Sea Kayaks and viewing the city from water level was stunning...A great experience.
Written February 11, 2020
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Ayla F
5 contributions
Jul 2022
It was a really nice experience and the guides were very friendly.
Only issue was is that half of the group were ahead, and there was us and one other couple who were behind; instead of the guide encouraging to go further with the groups ahead of us, we stopped just a bit more than half way and were told to turn back. Found that unfair as we paid the same amount as all other couples, yet didnt get to do the same distance - not because we had an issue with the kayak but because the other couple were slowing us down a bit. We returned back and had to wait about 15 mins for the other couples to arrive back.
Just a tip for future - if the guides could make sure the groups all do the same distance that were paid for.
Overall still a really nice experience to see Melb from the river point of view.
Only issue was is that half of the group were ahead, and there was us and one other couple who were behind; instead of the guide encouraging to go further with the groups ahead of us, we stopped just a bit more than half way and were told to turn back. Found that unfair as we paid the same amount as all other couples, yet didnt get to do the same distance - not because we had an issue with the kayak but because the other couple were slowing us down a bit. We returned back and had to wait about 15 mins for the other couples to arrive back.
Just a tip for future - if the guides could make sure the groups all do the same distance that were paid for.
Overall still a really nice experience to see Melb from the river point of view.
Written July 5, 2022
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bkenworthy
Perth, Australia1 contribution
Oct 2023
A unique way to explore Melbourne. Coming from Perth I had to check out the River Melbourne City is built on. Melbourne Kayaks were a fun alternative to see some more of the sights while getting some exercise in. We had a beautiful spring afternoon and the water was still with a fantastic sunset. Watching the buildings light up as it darkened was delightful. The tour guide had some interesting Melbourne trivia as we paddled around. Fish and chips on the water at sunset was lovely, later moving on down toward Crown casino. Highly recommend.
Written October 24, 2023
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Candace B
1 contribution
Feb 2023
Had a great time with my friend kayaking, they boats had steering which was nice and easy. It was good that our personal belongings were locked up safely while we were out and offered a good briefing. We did go during a Saturday morning which was prime time for Junior rowers so was a slightly delayed going out. Wish there as more info about the river and Melbourne, but we did get info about the city and buildings. Overall would recommend this tour as its great way of seeing Melbourne.
Written March 20, 2023
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Hello Paul,
I was unable to attend booked kayaking trip 10/7/22 ref no: 904865484 due to health issues beyond my control and would like to know if I can reschedule please. I spoke to tour guide Matt on the day whom suggested I contact you to discuss. Kind regards
Rachael
Written July 11, 2022
Hannah B
Melbourne, Australia
Can my husband take my 8 year old son on this activity.
Many thanks
Written April 17, 2022
Yes it would be perfect for your husband and 8year old son. On the tour we did other young children were on it with their parents. The organisers take all the precautions to make it safe and enjoyable
Written April 21, 2022
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