Melbourne Sunset Kayaking Experience with Dinner
Overview
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3 hours
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Experience stunning views of Melbourne's skyline on this 3 hour kayak paddle along the Yarra River at sunset, led by an experienced, friendly guide. Explore Victoria Harbour and enjoy unique on the water dining, then paddle right into the heart of Melbourne along Southbank and Crown Casino. As the city lights come on, soak up the atmosphere of downtown Melbourne before finishing the tour next to Princes Bridge in the centre of the city.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What to bring: A Sun hat, Eco-Friendly Bottle of Water, Sunglasses. You can wear your normal clothes but 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 12 years
What To Expect
Your Melbourne kayak tour will start in Victoria Harbour in the Docklands. A safety briefing will introduce you to a few paddle techniques, and then you will take to the water and explore the Docklands. Next up it’s time for a bite to eat, and you don’t even have to get out of your kayak to find food. The food will be bought to you! You’ll enjoy dinner right from the comfort of your kayak. After dinner, your tour will continue past popular Melbourne landmarks from your kayak, creating a magical evening you won’t be forgetting in a hurry. Your Melbourne kayak tour will end at the boat landing area in Southgate, right in the heart of Melbourne and directly across from Federation Square. No kayaking experience necessary for this tour; the experienced guides will be on hand to help at all times. You'll be using stable Sea Bear sea kayaks. Please Note: Finishing Point 1-7 Boathouse Drive, Melbourne VIC 3004 On the landing ramp, in front of the Rowing Clubrooms located directly across the Yarra River from Federation Square.
Options
Melbourne Kayaking Experience
What‘s Included
Use of equipment (All paddling accessories, waterproof bags)
Send Choice: Fish & Chips, Grilled Fish & Chips or Salad, Chicken & Mushroom Pasta, Mixed Vegetables, Vegetable Fried Rice, Alla Fungi Spaghetti, Pizzas: Margarita, Vegetarian, Hawaiian, Meat Lovers.
Experienced guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
194 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth seeing Melbourne from its river heart.
holiday traveller904,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam and Rory were great guides with a wealth of knowledge, expertise and really friendly. Starting off in Docklands Quay (tram from Southern Cross station till the end of the line and a 2 min walk) and then finishing off down past Princess Bridge made it an easy (finishing near all the easy access public transport, nightlife and accommodation) enjoyable trip. Food was good with a selection that allowed everyone a choice. Watching Melbourne skyline change colour as we paddled was lovely. Everyone finished with a smile on their face. They catered for all skill level and reasonably priced for the experience you get and the solid equipment. Thanks for the memories.
Good way to see the city from a different view
kimberlyretto,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00It was a cool experience to see the city from a different perspective. However tour said to be there by 5:30 and we did not get off on the tour for over an hour later. The guides were nice however, they were not personable at all and were robotic with their information. As a solo traveler it would have been nice to have had the option to have a solo kayak.
Great tour to see Melbourne from a different side
Natalie K,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great Tour to explore Melbourne from a different side. Great tour guide providing a lot of information about the area, history, buildings and nature
Enjoyable river paddle
Barbara T,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great experience paddling the river at sunset and seeing the fireball show from the water. Fish and chips dinner was good- not too sure about the other options. Our guides were good once we got started-they were late getting organized. Stay near the front if you want to hear the commentary from the lead guide, as it can be hard to hear at times.
Kayaking in the rain
DEET697,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Weather was a little unsettled. Food just okay but pizzas looked good. Enjoyed the last part of kayaking when it was darker and lights were on. Guides were excellent!
Kayak along the Yarra River and Melbourne Bay
diegovP2711AF,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I totally recommend this experience, especially the after-eating part, because the view of the city at night sailing along the Yarra River, is really amazing.
First time kayaking in Melbourne and loved it!
Bruno O,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Thoroughly enjoyed my 3 hours on the water gliding along the river and catching all the city sights. Kayak instructor was very informative for our group of 10 kayaks and having dinner on the water was a different experience not to be missed. Tour operator was well organised. Wouldn’t hesitate to do it all again.
Well orchestrated tour
Cesar D,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour 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.
Fun way to see the city in lights
Andosontour,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really lovely, gentle kayak up the Yarra into the heart of Melbourne, great to see the city in lights from the river. Fun to see the fireball display. Dinner in the kayaks - we had fish and chips. The guide was very informative and friendly. The kayaks were easy to operate and in great condition
Di and Florence
O4265SGdianad,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First time for both me and my granddaughter doing kayaking but was made really enjoyable by our guides and were towed for a good while until we got the hang of it. A great way to see Melbourne at night so pretty . We had fish and chips and a pizza while seated in the kayak half way through the tour which was great .Would definitely recommend this experience and we had perfect weather too . I took small towel to lay across my knees which was well worth it as you can get wet and wore a hoody as certain parts of the river were a bit windy ..
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