White-Water Kayaking on the Yarra River
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White-Water Kayaking on the Yarra River
By The Adventure Merchants
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Conquer the Class II rapids of the Yarra River on a white-water kayaking tour that’s suitable for paddlers with little to known previous kayak experience. Exploring by kayak reveals scenery that you’d miss if traveling by more traditional tour vehicles while a small group limited to 16 travelers ensures you receive personalized attention.
Ages 5-99, max of 10 per group
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
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Highlights
- Satisfy an appetite for adventure during a white-water kayak tour
- Immerse yourself in nature without having to travel too far from the city
- Escape the crowds and feel like you have the Yarra River all to yourself
- Learn how to paddle and control a kayak with ease
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- National Park fees
- Professional guide
What's not included- Transportation to/from attractions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Start:
- Lower Homestead Road Car Park, Wonga Park VIC 3115, Australia
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 50186P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 50186P1
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- Leigh E0 contributionsBest experienceGreat guide, amazing experience. Was way crazier than I thought it would be and I loved every second of it. Even the huge cricket bugs were friendlyWritten 3 December 2023
- roberttB4168ZR0 contributionsEven old farts can do it.I'm 75 years old and I made it through OK, however you do need a level of fitness and agility as some of the sections can be a little challenging. Paul and his off-sider were excellent guides. It was a great adventure and though it's fair to say I probably won't take up full-time caving, it was good fun to have done.Written 14 October 2023
- asamaq0 contributionsExciting and funSo fun! Really challenging and different, but we felt super comfortable with Paul the whole way. Get ready to get dirty though!Written 5 December 2021
- Scottishange0 contributionsMessing about on the waterAwesome fun experiencing the Yarra river rapids! Paul made the adventure fun and explained everything really well! Dave and I had a great time getting stuck on rocks and mastering the PinBall! Great way to spend a Saturday morning! Bring a change of clothes!Written 16 April 2021
- Lucia A0 contributionsWhite water raftingExcellent morning!!! Highly recommend... it’s like being a tourist in your own city! Paul was patient and lots of fun with clear instruction. Great for first timers as river is low at this time of year, but enough to get a taste. Planning my next trip with this company already!Written 13 January 2021
- B712HBjohnw0 contributionsPerfect PurchaseI purchased a ticket from the ticket merchant 2 hours before the start of the Australia Open Men’s Final, I paid $375 for s ticket face value $560 and the service and delivery was excellent. I was dubious when purchase but their system worked perfectly and the ticket arrived 30 mins before the game, perfect timing. I would recommend The Ticket Merchant to any person wanting a great deal when all other outlets are saying sold out”Written 2 February 2020
- WorldTravelAddicts0 contributionsWhat a Challenge!We weren’t sure how we’d feel about going underground in the dark and having to crawl into tight spaces but it turned out to be an interesting adventure. We opted to go for it since the tour description said there were many exit points, but once inside there was no desire to exit but to push forward and experience more. It was fun wedging ourselves through the small holes while at the same time feeling a sense of accomplishment for being able to complete the challenge. Our guide, Paul, was patient with us and encouraging and it was amazing how fast he zipped through each crevice. It is something worth trying especially if you want to conquer your fears and see how far you can push yourself. Might be a good idea to bring knee pads if you have them, but we appreciated the battle scars endured!Written 22 November 2019
- stratcat110 contributionsGood day outWe got lucky with this - abseiling in the You Yangs. A nice easy "beginner" grade rock face, a very friendly and knowledgable guide, Adam, and just my partner and I. We had the whole time slot to ourselves and were allowed to go down the rock face as many times as we wanted within our booking time. Would recommend.Written 28 October 2019
- Bryton P0 contributionsAmazing experienceCaving was well organised and Paul is a fantastic guide and showed the experience he had. It was challenging but it was great fun, and he was really good at explaining the fine details tooWritten 11 March 2019
- yutingccc0 contributionsGreat fun and great sceneryIt was great fun and not too difficult for beginners. The instructor was clear, patient, flexible with our needs and fun to raft with. Scenery was great too if you want a day away from the city. Recommended!Written 26 January 2019
- linnie20170 contributionsLifetime experience!Paul is a very professional, friendly and experienced guider. Never been so close to the nature and Yep! That's caving all right! Glad had fun. Those paths and rocks we pass on our journey, not many people take. It's all training your skills upon the dangers in life. Experience is the key! 我们在地底下20米深的洞穴里匍匐前行,好几次差点从打滑的大石头上滚下水,水深有30米...... 就容得下肩膀这么点的石头缝隙里钻来钻去……广告说要涉水,我以为最多趟着小溪湿了小腿,结果是要整个身子这么躺在水里慢慢横着移出石缝通道.......一路上想着去年泰国少年被困溶洞事件...... 终于在灵活经验丰富的领队英国小伙Paul的带领下,把我们2个泥人儿带出了坑...... 能再次感受到38度的烈日是多么幸福的一件事!痛并快乐着——这就是生活的意义!Written 15 January 2019
- chweelengk0 contributionsAwsome Caving ExperienceDone this awsome Caving experience with Paul of The Adventure Merchant. Paul has great experience in this cave. He will make sure all participants get in and out safely. Great fun for the family. Must try for a great experience.Written 21 December 2018
- Grant W0 contributionsAmazing ExperienceHad an absolute blast white water rafting and then caving with Paul. Very informative instructor and a great guy to have along with you for the experience. I would recommend the Adventure Merchants for anyone wanting to try something new or even just looking for a bit of excitement.Written 3 December 2018
- Helen T0 contributionsAmazing Caving at Britannia CavesA little nervous at first but soon became engrossed in the challenges of crawling, climbing and wading through streams. A great experience and I am proud of every one of the scrapes and bruises I managed to get along the way. The guides were fantastic, helpful and encouraging. If I can do this at 66 years of age, anyone can!!Written 11 November 2018
- Tania K0 contributionsBritannia cavesI loved my caving experience with Paul. I was certainly apprehensive at first, but one I was guided through the first tight squeeze Paul really made me feel like ’IVE GOT THIS’ Thanks for an amazing adventure, I’m keen to do more with your awesome company.Written 11 August 2018
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Ashley M
Melbourne, Australia8 contributions
July 2019 • Couples
I had an absolute ball doing the White Water Kayaking! I was super nervous thinking I would not be able to do it! I didn't need to be! great guide and totally cool for beginners and the more experienced! I had no idea this existed so I am glad I found it! I will do it again! Don't think, just book! Paul thank you for a wonderful morning!
Written 23 July 2019
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nikirich333
15 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
A great experience! My 13yo son and I had a fantastic time. Paul and his crew were great to deal with. No experience necessary and fun for all ages. Highly recommend
Written 2 December 2023
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Lizl V
1 contribution
Dec 2019
The only regret was that it wasn't for longer!! So much fun, just one hours drive from Melbourne. Cannot wait to do it again!
Thank you so much Paul
Thank you so much Paul
Written 14 December 2019
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mm30002018
Melbourne, Australia10 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
Paul's confidence that we could to do it paid off. Novices negotiated the bumps of the Yarra and everyone made it back into the raft after a swim. It was an excellent way to spend a morning.
Written 24 December 2018
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Lhiane
6 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
My partner and I had a great time Kayaking, the rapids are well spaced out, so you have time to admire the scenery and the wildlife in between the 'faster' sections of the river - we saw a snake crossing the river, and a wombat on the bank!
Paul was a great guide and made sure that everyone felt confident and comfortable with the experience :)
Great day out!!
Paul was a great guide and made sure that everyone felt confident and comfortable with the experience :)
Great day out!!
Written 24 October 2018
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simhow
Melbourne, Australia10 contributions
Oct 2018 • Solo
Paul made everyone feel right at home from the get go. Helping those who had never been in a kayak before, soaking those who were trying to get him and making the whole experience fantastic.
I'd highly recommend booking with the Adventure Merchants and I'll be back just as soon as the river boarding is running!
I'd highly recommend booking with the Adventure Merchants and I'll be back just as soon as the river boarding is running!
Written 15 October 2018
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kenlor2018
Bendigo, Australia2 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
We had a unique and totally fun time. Navigating the S bends, dodging the branches and Kayaking under the Eucalyptus tree crossing the Yarra were just a few interesting and challenging features for the day. Resting for a moment in a quiet part of the Yarra we were lucky enough to see a wombat emerge from behind a bush at the waters edge to climb effortlessly up the embankment. Then to complete the day some jumped in to enjoy the true beauty of the Yarra River. Calming - Water!!!
Our Guides (Kate and Paul (I hope I have that right)) were fabulous, always looking out for us and there when we needed them.
Our Guides (Kate and Paul (I hope I have that right)) were fabulous, always looking out for us and there when we needed them.
Written 14 March 2018
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AngeRyan
Bannockburn, Australia1 contribution
Excellent day, great staff and even though the water level were a little low it just added to the laughs when getting stuck on a rock. Thanks guys for a fun day.
Written 12 March 2018
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Amy L
Melbourne, Australia19 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
Paul & Kate were fabulous! They looked after us well and guided us along the way. Clear instructions on where we have to go when going down a rapid. It was so peaceful at the start while we get the hang of paddling, and built up the excitement as we went along the Yarra faster, down the rapids, and even swam in the Yarra (thanks to Paul splashing water at us and encouraged us to jump in!). actual time in the kayak was probably 2 hours and a bit, before and after were to get ready, and walk back to the car, etc. We had a family of 4 in our group, and few other couples. 2 in each Kayak. Thanks for the fun Saturday!
Written 22 January 2018
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leanne b
Rosebud, Australia4 contributions
Oct 2017 • Friends
Must Do !!! Professional company that went out of there way to accommodate.. Good fun, beautiful scenery - for all ages.
Written 31 October 2017
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Hi there. I just want to know where the kayak trip finishes on the river and do we get taken back to our cars at the end?
Written 8 January 2019
Is it possible to get transportation to meeting point? I don’t have a car....thanks.
Written 23 December 2018
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