Melbourne · CANOES & KAYAKS
10 reviewed
Below are the 10 best canoe & kayak trips around Melbourne right now. What each one costs, how long it takes, and which kind of traveller it suits. Start at number one; it is top for a reason.
Paddle Melbourne’s Yarra at sunset, eat fish and chips on your kayak, then watch the city lights take over on this 3-hour tour.
“Thanks to Daniel and Charlie who made our kayak day so special and we had so much fun .”
Sunset kayak on Melbourne’s Yarra with a on-water fish and chips dinner, Crown Casino fire-ball views, and a guided paddle.
“Tour was well organized, safety was importan for the tour provider, the timing of the experience was impressive - we manage to have dinner, enjoy the sunset, pedal to the river, and enjoy some timely attractions (fire show and the casino) flawlessly. Would do this experience over and over.”
Kayak Melbourne’s Yarra for 1h45, passing Princes Bridge, Flinders Street Station, Crown Casino and Docklands with coaching and equipment included.
“A very safe and fun kayak journey along the river. You do not have to be skilled and experienced to enjoy. The guides are very careful to watch everyone for safety”
Paddle Melbourne’s Yarra at twilight in double kayaks, with gear, instruction, waterfront history, snacks, and city lights at Crown Casino.
“Great guide, really knowledgeable about the area pointing out landmarks- beautiful end watching the fire display- good stop for snacks and water. I think the guides were Rowan and Connor”
Paddle a calm Melbourne Yarra River route under Princes Bridge and through Docklands in 105 minutes, beginner-friendly with local guides.
“Aidan was a great guide. The kayaking was easy, he didn’t make you feel rushed or incompetent when you inevitably bumped other kayakers or the river bank. He was super nice and I’d tell everyone coming to Melbourne this is an awesome way to experience the city. My husband and I did it together and it was a great experience.”
SUP on Port Phillip Bay, a coastal hike and picnic, Peninsula Hot Springs, then winery wine tasting on the Mornington Peninsula.
“Nic is a wonderful guide. Yet laid-back. He gave us space to have conversation as well as quiet. He took us to off the beaten path places where we could quietly enjoy nature while we kept moving in order to keep to our schedule.”
Small-group day trip from Melbourne to Echuca, koalas at Kyabram Fauna Park, painted silos, and Heathcote wine on the PS Canberra.
“Mike was a delightful and witty tour guide—professional, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the history of the towns we visited along the way and back from Echuca. The well-timed program made for an exhilarating, fun-filled day, Read more”
Paddle the Murray on a heritage steamer, get close to Aussie wildlife, see Rochester silo art, and photograph the Pink Cliffs on a day from Melbourne.
“Het was een fantastische excursie, mooie omgeving, koala's, kangoeroes en andere mooie dieren gezien in de dierentuin. paddle steamer was ook mooi, solo art indrukwekkend. Rotsen bij de goudmijn ook mooi. De gids Lachie was geweldig, nam de tijd en reed rustig. Vertelde veel geschiedenis en wees de mooie plekjes aan. Kon voor ons niet beter. Top!”
Overnight Great Ocean Road tour with Otways stops and a sunrise kayak on Lake Elizabeth for a chance to spot platypus.
“It was all great, tour guide, Walter from Around and About, the content and the accomodation. Highly recommend.”
Kayak the Marengo Reef Marine Sanctuary on Great Ocean Road for close Australian fur seal encounters with wetsuits, guides, and surf safety.
