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1 hour 45 minutes
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The City Sights Kayak Tour is a stunning way to check out the major iconic sights of Melbourne from a unique water-level perspective. Kayaking gear, bottled water, a short lesson and a friendly guide are all included.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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
Minimum age is 10 years
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
All Paddling Equipment
Kayak Tour Guide
Hotel transfer
Bottled water
A stunning kayak paddle right through the centre of Melbourne with amazing views of the skyline and historic bridges along the way. A short break in a beautiful marina in Docklands and paddle back through the city to the starting point.
152 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
mayhQ4963FT,
May 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Daniel was a great guide. Everything went so smooth. Would recommend to try Kayaking with Kayak Melbourne. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
786jaquin,
Feb 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
A really amazing experience and good exercise too. It was lovely seeing Melbourne from a different experience on the water, the 2 hosts were friendly and professional
Maria G,
Jan 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Good briefing from Daniel (our lead) on arrival then in to the kayaks for about an hours trip down the Yara towards Docklands. A great way to see the city.
Eileen J,
Jan 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
A fabulous experience. Both guides were relaxed but knowledgable and safety conscious. So great seeing the city from this aspect. Cannot recommend highly enough. Thanks for a great afternoon!
Remy B,
Jan 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
Great experience , perfect weather for it , the tour guide was very informative and it was done in a very safe manner.
Angela R,
Dec 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
Great way to see the beautiful waterfront of central Melbourne. We had perfect weather and the guide was helpful and knowledgeable. Interesting history of a beautiful city. This is a great tour.. Moderate fitness required and fun for families and friends to do together.


Maidie G,
Dec 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
A great experience on the water, good briefing beforehand, friendly guides, good equipment, a very good way to see Melbourne differently. Met my expectations.
H7962LUjod,
Dec 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great experience with a lovey, friendly and knowledgeable guide. Beautiful city sights. For beginner kayakers the tour was just the right amount of time. Only spoiler was having to stop frequently and wait for slower participants to catch up. Otherwise perfect 😁
V7393IJemmac,
Oct 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
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!
rikeredcat,
Aug 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
... gives you a different impression of the sights along the river, well organised and prepared. easy to combine it with other excoursions in the area.
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