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City Sights Kayak Tour
Highlights
- Paddle past iconic sights like Flinders Station for a unique water-level view of Melbourne's vibrant landscape.
- Explore the tranquil Yarra River while enjoying a family-friendly adventure suitable for younger paddlers.
- Drift under the Princes Bridge and into the heart of Melbourne, soaking in the city’s lively atmosphere.
- Experience the stability of Sea Bear sea kayaks, making it easy for first-time paddlers to enjoy the journey.
Kayak Melbourne shows you 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 the guides. With a fleet of extremely stable Sea Bear sea kayaks, the experience will be even easier for first-time paddlers.
Tour details
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Available from 15 November 2025 to 28 February 2026
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Available from 15 November 2025 to 23 December 2025
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Available from 2 January 2026 to 25 January 2026
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Available from 27 January 2026 to 31 January 2026
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Available from 1 February 2026 to 28 February 2026
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Available from 1 March 2026 to 29 March 2026
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Kayak Melbourne
Kayak Melbourne offers exceptional paddling tours through Melbourne along the Yarra River, including a City Sights Kayaking Experience day tour and a Moonlight Kayak Tour during the evening.
Guests enjoy spectacular views of Melbourne’s iconic landmarks as they paddle through the heart of the city. The tours are led by passionate guides who love to share insights about the city and even include a stop along the way during the evening tour for fish and chips, a unique on-water dining experience.
Kayaking on the Yarra River is an incredible way to sight-see while getting a bit of fitness at the same time. It is their pleasure to show off Melbourne from a unique perspective to locals and visitors and look forward to having you along for a fun paddle soon.
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- Victoria Tourism Industry Council
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