Half Day Kayaking On Rapids - Yarra River
Half Day Kayaking On Rapids - Yarra River
Half Day Kayaking On Rapids - Yarra River
Half Day Kayaking On Rapids - Yarra River
  • Half Day Kayaking On Rapids - Yarra River
  • Half Day Kayaking On Rapids - Yarra River
  • Half Day Kayaking On Rapids - Yarra River
  • Half Day Kayaking On Rapids - Yarra River

Half Day Kayaking On Rapids - Yarra River

Code: KKY001
  1. Valid for 12 months
  2. Free exchange

Experience a half day 'ridin rapids', only 35 minutes from the Melbourne CBD. Learn a few skills and ride a few rapids as you paddle approximately six kilometres down the Yarra River, surrounded by native flora and fauna. Single and double kayaks are available!

Enjoy the feeling of floating, splashing through rapids and paddling down the Yarra River, surrounded by native Australian flora and fauna. The experience is approximately 6 kilometres, but don't worry about the distance, you're in a boat with another person and the current helps too. Single kayaks are also available for the more adventurous!

Activity Highlights

  • Native Australian flora & fauna on the banks as you paddle on by…
  • The stretch of river used is suitable for first time and beginner paddlers
  • The experience is conveniently located only 35 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD

What's Included

  • All paddling gear and kayaks
  • Safety and skills briefing session
  • Snacks
  • Friendly, experienced, qualified tour guide

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This experience voucher is valid for 12 months from date of purchase.

Venue:

35 min drive east of Melbourne CBD, Yarra Valley, Victoria.

Session Length

3 hours in duration. There is about 45 minutes of logistics prior to getting the river - getting paddling gear on, doing a car shuttle and having a safety brief. Then there is about 90 - 100 minutes on the river, then 45 minutes to get off the river, get changed, enjoy snacks and pack the gear up.

Available Dates:


Location Date Availability
VIC Saturday, 26 May 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 3 Jun 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 9 Jun 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 17 Jun 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 23 Jun 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 1 Jul 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 7 Jul 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 15 Jul 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 21 Jul 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 29 Jul 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 4 Aug 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 12 Aug 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 18 Aug 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 26 Aug 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 2 Sep 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 8 Sep 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 16 Sep 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 22 Sep 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 30 Sep 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 6 Oct 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 14 Oct 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 20 Oct 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 28 Oct 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 3 Nov 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 11 Nov 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 17 Nov 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 18 Nov 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 24 Nov 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 25 Nov 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 1 Dec 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 2 Dec 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 8 Dec 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 9 Dec 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 15 Dec 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 16 Dec 2012 Spaces
VIC Saturday, 22 Dec 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 23 Dec 2012 Spaces
VIC Thursday, 27 Dec 2012 Spaces
VIC Sunday, 30 Dec 2012 Spaces

Last updated on 8 May 2012.

These dates are guidelines only and are subject to daily change.

We suggest you only purchase a voucher for one of the dates listed above if you plan to redeem your voucher and book the date today.

Guidelines:

Pregnant women or anyone with a pre-existing medical condition that affects their mobility, should check with their doctor before booking. Average fitness levels are recommended.

Numbers:

Group numbers will vary for each trip. Minimum numbers of 4 apply, with a usual maximum of up to 16. Larger groups are available for special events/functions. Depending on group size there will usually be a minimum of 1 tour guide for up to 4 craft.

Spectators:

A spectator is welcome to watch the flat-water skills session at the beginning of the trip and can see their friend coming down the last rapid at the end of the paddle. There is a walking track for half of the way along the river but it may be tricky to keep up with the paddlers.

Weather:

Thermals and cags (waterproof paddling tops) are provided on wet, windy and cooler days. In the case of high winds access to the tree lined river may be closed and very high river levels may make us postpone due to safety.

Other Info:

Children between the ages of 6 and 13 years must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or older sibling/friend of 16 years and up on the water. For those between 14-16 years, a parent or guardian must be at the pick up and drop off points.

Suitability Information:

Only suitable for those with hearing and vision impairments if the are accompanied by, or in a kayak with someone without hearing/vision impairments.

This product is sutable for people with Sensory Impairment - Hearing This product is sutable for people with Sensory Impairment - Low Vision This product is sutable for people with Mobility Impairment

Map

The map below gives you the location of this experience to allow you to plan.

Exact location, directions and meeting place will be available to you once you have booked your experience

Reviews

  •  
    Reviewer: Greg
    March 31 2012

    I think it was all positive. RedBalloon presentation as a gift was perfect love the red folder. The experience was great especially the young couple that were our guides.
  •  
    Reviewer: Greg
    March 31 2012

    I think it was all positive. Red Balloon presentation as a gift was perfect love the red folder. The experience was great especially the young couple that were our guides.
  •  
    Reviewer: Marni
    February 13 2012

    We had a wonderful time and our guide was great!

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