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Hobart Paddle

Marieville Esplanade, Hobart, Tasmania 7005, Australia
0362570500
Ranked #6 of 35 tours in Hobart
5.0 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Type: Boat Tours
Owner description: Step off the street and pick up a paddle! Become part of Hobart's vibrant waterfront on this relaxed 2 hr guided tour, and enjoy fresh fish & chips...... more » Owner description: Step off the street and pick up a paddle! Become part of Hobart's vibrant waterfront on this relaxed 2 hr guided tour, and enjoy fresh fish & chips without having to leave your kayak! Departs daily. No experience necessary. « less
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Sydney, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012
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Went with my partner. Found it a very interesting way to explore Hobart. The guide was friendly and professional and provided us a little history along he way. All in all a great couple of hours site seeing. More

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Hobart, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This was a really pleasant way to spend a Sunday morning: on the water, amongst the moored yachts, around the docks, you really felt part of the city, its maritime ambience. An easy paddle for anyone - our group ranged from 7 year old to 74 year old. We all managed easily and enjoyed every minute. Fish & Chips from... More

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Leeton, New South Wales, Australia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and myself went in the Hobart Harbour paddle, with our 6 & 9 year old children.We were provided with all the safety gear, and warm and waterproof jackets, and waterproof bags for our camera etc. The instructors were very friendly, nothing was too much trouble. On the return leg we experienced heavy head winds, and with the kids... More

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hobart
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

Well worth taking a couple of hours out of your schedule to fit this paddle in. Starting at Marieville Esplanade the paddle will take you up the lovely Derwent River to the Docks to enjoy fish and chips. Our tour guide was the best, great company and full of local knowledge. Would definitely recommend this little adventure to families with... More

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Hertfordshire, UK
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I had the benefit of an evening solo outing with Callum as my guide and as a single boat we covered a good part of the harbour and yacht anchorages. It was great fun getting right into the inner basins of the harbour, and learning the stories behind some of the buildings and the boats. We experienced a close encounter... More

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Tel Aviv, Israel
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2011
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person found this review helpful

I went on this tour looking for something a bit different. Unfortunately it was raining heavily that day but because there was no wind the guys running the tour did not mind running it. They were quite flexible allowing us to reschedule but three brave souls, including myself decided to go anyway, since we were already soaked. It was fun... More

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Bundanoon
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011
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Our guide, Greg, was very friendly and patient. It was just amazing. The kayaks were easy to use and felt very safe. The tour was interesting and fun. Being given time to explore the bay where the fishing boats are moored was tremendous and relaxing. Our lunch was fresh and enough and thorougly enjoyable whilst floating in our kayaks. A... More

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Hobart, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011
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person found this review helpful

The Hobart Paddle was a great experience for the whole family. My sister from Perth (experienced kayaker) was very impressed by the location, the knowledge of the guide and his courtesy. My two daughters (12 and 13) enjoyed the experience immensely (including the fish & chips served in the canoe) and talked about it for days! Any concerns I might... More

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Hobart, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2011
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person found this review helpful

We were given this 'venture' package as a gift from family. We weren't sure what to expect or whether we'd be up to the paddle as never having previous experience. Our guide was excellent and in no time we were paddling like we'd been doing it for years. The views of Hobart from the water were sensational, as was the... More

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FreycinetAdventures, Owner at Hobart Paddle, responded to this review
1 December 2011

Thanks for your feedback Sunshine. Glad you had a great experience on the Hobart Paddle tour and hope you enjoyed your travels in Tasmania. We look forward to paddling with you again - maybe on our Freycinet Paddle tour sometime! More

Espoo, Finland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

This was nice way to spend a couple of hours after a long journey, have some exercise and see Hobart from a new perspective. Warm weather, nice guides and relaxed float while eating fish and chips. We recommend. More

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