City Sights Kayak Tour

Docklands, Victoria

City Sights Kayak Tour

| 1 Hour 45 Min Tour | Ages 10+

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Date

Fri, Oct 17

Travelers

2

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About This Adventure

Experience Melbourne like never before on this family-friendly kayak tour! Glide under iconic bridges and alongside landmarks such as Flinders Street Station and the Polly Woodside Tallship. Enjoy a break at Yarra’s Edge Marina before paddling back past Crown Casino and Southbank, concluding your adventure in the city's vibrant heart.

Rates

A$82/per Person

Duration

1 Hour 45 Minutes

About

This is a stunning way to check out all major iconic sights of Melbourne from a unique water-level perspective. After a quick briefing and paddling lesson, participants will get kitted up and head downriver under the Princes Bridge and into the heart of Melbourne. The tour will continue along the Yarra River past Flinders Station and up to the iconic Polly Woodside Tallship at South Wharf before entering the Docklands precinct and the beautiful Yarra’s Edge Marina. After a short break the paddlers then head back upstream past Crown Casino and the lively South Bank district before finishing back at Boathouse Drive.

This tour is an appropriate length for younger paddlers who can team up with Mum or Dad or one of our guides. With a fleet of extremely stable Sea Bear sea kayaks, the experience will be even easier for first-time paddlers. Our tour ends at the boat landing area at the Rowing Sheds, right in the heart of Melbourne, and directly across the river from Federation Square. What an incredible way to experience Melbourne!

What’s Included

2-Person Sea Kayak
Paddle
PFD (Life Vest)
Spray Jacket
Kayak Tour Guide/s
Secure Storage for belongings.

Single/uneven bookings will be either paired with another guest or one of our tour guides will paddle with you.

Meeting location:

1-7 Boathouse Drive, Melbourne VIC 3004

Please meet on the grass riverbank at Boathouse Drive directly across the Yarra River from Federation Square. Look for our Kayak Melbourne van and flag and our kayaks will be setup on the waters edge.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early for Gear Fitting

Plan to arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts to receive your kayak and safety equipment and attend the briefing.

Wear Sun Protection

Melbourne’s sun can be strong even on cooler days; bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat for protection on the water.

Use Public Transport or Rideshare

Parking near Boathouse Drive is limited, so taking public transit or rideshare services is recommended.

Stay Hydrated

Bring an eco-friendly water bottle to stay hydrated throughout your paddling adventure.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Black swans gracefully gliding on the river
Laughing kookaburras in riverside trees

History

The Polly Woodside Tallship is a restored 19th-century sailing ship preserving Melbourne’s maritime heritage.

Conservation

The tour operator promotes eco-friendly practices, encouraging zero waste and minimizing environmental impact on the Yarra River ecosystem.

Discover Melbourne’s Iconic Landmarks on the City Sights Kayak Tour

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