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Kayak Hire Melbourne
Highlights
- Discover the Yarra River's natural beauty while spotting basking Water Dragons and listening to vibrant bird life.
- Enjoy a self-guided kayak adventure, perfect for locals and visitors alike, starting from Hawthorn Rowing Club.
- Pack a picnic and relax at Herring Island Environmental Sculpture Park, immersing yourself in art and nature.
- Savour a coffee at Kanteen before continuing your journey to Boathouse Drive, enhancing your river experience.
Discover the Yarra River as you forget about the surrounding city and get lost in the natural beauty of the river.
Spot Water Dragons basking in the sun, listen to the bird life and on occasion spot a platypus or Salvador the resident seal. Your journey begins at Hawthorn Rowing club where the team will take you through an essential safety briefing before you set off down the river.
Whether you are visiting from overseas, interstate or are local, this experience has something for everyone. Pack a picnic lunch and stop at Herring island environmental sculpture park or stop by Kanteen for a coffee before continuing your journey to Boathouse drive.
Choose your own adventure on this self guided kayak experience exploring the waters of the Yarra River and discover your passion for kayaking today!
This is a one way Journey down the Yarra River to Boathouse Dr. The team suggest taking public transport as parking at the start location is limited.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Operation information
Sea Kayak Australia
Sea Kayak Australia (SKA) was established in 1994 and is based in Melbourne. Sea Kayak Australia undertakes sea kayak tours, courses, hire and outdoor education around Victoria.
Sea kayaking is unique, adventurous and environmentally interactive. You get to see dolphins, seals and eagles at close quarters in a tranquil setting. It is a great way to see the countryside and experience something new.
All sea kayak tours include kayaking gear, sea kayak guide, historical commentary, drinks and snacks.
They offer a range of tours, hire and courses across Melbourne, Sandringham, Point Nepean, Phillip Island, Gippsland lakes and Wilsons Promontory.
Outdoor Education for schools is also another service Sea Kayak Australia provide. SKA specializes in sea kayaking expeditions located at Gippsland Lakes and Nooramunga Nature Reserve.
Please see the website for further details.
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Memberships
- Boating Industry Association
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
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