Rafting
3 hours
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The Adventure Merchants
The Adventure Merchants
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We give you the adventure you seek and provide you with the knowledge you need. We are industry leaders in adventure. This company is about adventure and enabling people to partake in activities and experiences that would normally be out of reach for the everyday person. This company has been set up by leaders in their fields, so we know what it takes to provide the ultimate experience and to introduce people to non-cliche sports that are pretty darn cool!!
The Adventure Merchants offer a range of exciting Melbourne based adventures as well as Survival courses and international expeditions. Do something different this weekend and book with the adventure experts. Go on, adventurize yourself.... Book online now!
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On the Water
3 hours
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John W
South Yarra, Australia149 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
I 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
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Shani C
2 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
We went down into the caves at Yarra Junction with Kate and Paul.
Kate was our leader and it was amazing!! I am terrified of small spaces and very claustrophobic. My stepdaughter bought myself and my partner a gift card for Xmas to do the white water rafting and the cave adventure.
We did the rafting in the morning which was great fun, and yes I was the only one to fall in! lol
We then did the cave adventure in the afternoon. I was thinking we would just be walking through caves looking at well stuff, but oh no!.......I was very wrong!
We were going on an adventure for sure but not quite what I expected....I was way out of my comfort zone but Kate our guide and the wonderful group we were with were fantastic and so supportive! My wonderful partner gets a special mention as he is my partner in crime and I couldn't have done it without!
I have never felt so achieved and just..Pumped! in a long time.
Thank you so much Adventure Merchants for the experince of a lifetime for me!!!
And yes we are both 50!!
Kate was our leader and it was amazing!! I am terrified of small spaces and very claustrophobic. My stepdaughter bought myself and my partner a gift card for Xmas to do the white water rafting and the cave adventure.
We did the rafting in the morning which was great fun, and yes I was the only one to fall in! lol
We then did the cave adventure in the afternoon. I was thinking we would just be walking through caves looking at well stuff, but oh no!.......I was very wrong!
We were going on an adventure for sure but not quite what I expected....I was way out of my comfort zone but Kate our guide and the wonderful group we were with were fantastic and so supportive! My wonderful partner gets a special mention as he is my partner in crime and I couldn't have done it without!
I have never felt so achieved and just..Pumped! in a long time.
Thank you so much Adventure Merchants for the experince of a lifetime for me!!!
And yes we are both 50!!
Written 29 March 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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Tammy C
Taiwan7 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
It 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!
Recommended!
Written 26 January 2019
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Chwee Leng Koh
Singapore, Singapore13 contributions
Done 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
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Beth28_12
London, UK1 contribution
Mar 2018 • Friends
My girlfriend & I have had the pleasure of participating in two exciting activities through the adventure merchant. The 1st being white water rafting which was fun and good for 1st timers, which I was as there were only a few decent rapids where we got thrown about a bit :) thankfully we managed to stayed in our raft though. On the second Occassion we booked the caving experience which I must admit was more challenging that what I had expected, although a lot of fun and definitely a great experience. Be prepared however for tight squeezes and being put in compromising positions hehe overall both adventures I would recommend and thanks to Paul for the ride!
Written 1 April 2018
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Jazmine B
23 contributions
This experience was good fun, safe and organised well! We had a great morning getting out of the city. Kate & Paul did a great job at explaining the safety and rapids along the way, guiding us through. The river water levels were high for us which meant we didn’t get stuck on as many rocks, but even if you do get stuck on rocks, you can in most cases get out of the boat safely and pull your boat off the rock, it isn’t too deep.
Be prepared to get at least from your waist down wet and bring some spare clothes and shoes. My partner and I thought the rapids were very easy to navigate and were probably expecting a few bigger ones but it was relaxing.
I would have also preferred the experience to go on a little longer, as it was pretty much arrive, Park the car, get in raft, go down the river, pack up raft, then everyone left. Our tour took 2hrs all together. I would have also loved for it to be a bit more interactive with the other people there, as we never got to know any of them as there was no time. A group photo would have been cool too, to post on Facebook or share.
Overall it was a fun and enjoyable morning!
Be prepared to get at least from your waist down wet and bring some spare clothes and shoes. My partner and I thought the rapids were very easy to navigate and were probably expecting a few bigger ones but it was relaxing.
I would have also preferred the experience to go on a little longer, as it was pretty much arrive, Park the car, get in raft, go down the river, pack up raft, then everyone left. Our tour took 2hrs all together. I would have also loved for it to be a bit more interactive with the other people there, as we never got to know any of them as there was no time. A group photo would have been cool too, to post on Facebook or share.
Overall it was a fun and enjoyable morning!
Written 25 March 2018
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julesthumper
Bendigo, Australia145 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
Had a great day, plenty of instruction from Paul and Kate, they helped you through as you went along. Water level was a bit low (nobody has any control over that), which meant we got stuck on a few rocks, which wasn't a bad thing, just meant we had to get better at steering quickly! Good for beginners, nice views of the hills as we went along, even saw a wild wombat.
Would recommend!
Would recommend!
Written 13 March 2018
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waynebeau1709
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
Went Abseiling last weekend at the You Yangs in Victoria. Fabulous time. Had terrific guides in Paul & Kate which made our first time at this so easy. Highly recommended for an fun awesome day.
Written 26 February 2017
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Sandy S
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia7 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
My partner and I had loads of fun adventure caving. Paul and Kate were excellent hosts. I wouldn't call myself the most adventurous of people, but with Paul and Kate's help and encouragement I was climbing through tiny holes, across crevasses and up steep tunnels. The activity was enjoyably challenging, but very do-able for most relatively fit people.
We encountered glow worms and cave crickets. We were lucky enough to see so many glow worms that it looked like a sky full of stars! Gorgeous.
You will get wet and muddy, and do lots of crawling around on your hands, knees and belly, so be prepared! We would definitely recommend this activity.
We encountered glow worms and cave crickets. We were lucky enough to see so many glow worms that it looked like a sky full of stars! Gorgeous.
You will get wet and muddy, and do lots of crawling around on your hands, knees and belly, so be prepared! We would definitely recommend this activity.
Written 29 December 2016
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