Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river

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This white-water adventure is so much fun you will be smiling all day long! With the added convenience of being so close to Melbourne, it is the perfect day trip for some thrills and spills!

Time to turn up the adventure dial with an awesomely fun white-water rafting adventure on the Yarra river. The experienced team from the Adventure Merchants will kit you out with the latest gear and sports raft, and then it’s two fantastic adrenaline-packed hours on grade 2 rapids.

You will paddle through stunning gorges and valleys filled with native bush land and wildlife. Steer your way down the river whilst negotiating the twists and turns of boiling rapids and grade 1-2 white-water.

This rafting adventure is guaranteed to get the heart pumping and the adrenaline flowing. So, come and join us on Melbourne’s Yarra river for an awesome white-water river adventure! Great fun for Summer and winter!

For bigger white-water and rapids, we recommend coming along in winter months! The water level is generally much higher and faster flowing with large waves and surging holes! Awesome fun and highly recommended!

This adventure operates every weekend through out the year and also every day from the end of December through to the end of February. Start times vary depending on the season however we generally operate a session at 10am and one at 1430 with earlier and later sessions available in summer months.

The location for this activity is the end of Lower homestead road, Wonga park. We meet in the gravel carpark next to the river.

Highlights
  • This white-water adventure is so much fun you will be smiling all day long! With the added convenience of being so close to Melbourne, it is the perfect day trip for some thrills and spills! Time to turn up the adventure dial with an awesomely fun white-water rafting adventure on the Yarra river. The experienced team from the Adventure Merchants will kit you out with the latest gear and sports raft, and then it’s two fantastic adrenaline-packed hours on grade 2 rapids. You will paddle through stunning gorges and valleys filled with native bush land and wildlife. Steer your way down the river whilst negotiating the twists and turns of boiling rapids and grade 1-2 white-water. This rafting adventure is guaranteed to get the heart pumping and the adrenaline flowing. So, come and join us on Melbourne’s Yarra river for an awesome white-water river adventure! Great fun for Summer and winter! For bigger white-water and rapids, we recommend coming along in winter months! The water level is generally much higher and faster flowing with large waves and surging holes! Awesome fun and highly recommended! This adventure operates every weekend through out the year and also every day from the end of December through to the end of February. Start times vary depending on the season however we generally operate a session at 10am and one at 1430 with earlier and later sessions available in summer months. The location for this activity is the end of Lower homestead road, Wonga park. We meet in the gravel carpark next to the river.
Description

Are you ready for some adrenaline fuelled grade 2 white-water rafting? Look no further! Tackle Melbourne’s very own Yarra river in a two-person inflatable sports raft! Raft your way over furious rapids with names such as “Bob’s rock” and “pinball rapid” and challenge yourself as you paddle down the raging rapids!

This is a fully guided rafting adventure with all safety equipment and instructions for the paddle. We will kit you out with the latest gear and raft and demonstrate how to paddle and steer the with ease! Then it’s two fantastic adrenaline-packed hours on grade 2 rapids.

• Paddle down the beautiful Yarra river surrounded by native bushland

• An action packed adventure down boiling grade 2 whitewater

• Fully guided by experts and all equipment included

• All parks fees

• Go pro mounts on all helmets to capture the spills!

Included / Excluded
What's Included
  • 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
Important Information
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  • Duration: 3h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

FAQ

How much is Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river?

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Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river price starts from $76.33.

What is the Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river cancellation policy?

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Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Which company provides Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river?

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Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river is hosted by The Adventure Merchants. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

What time does Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river start?

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Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river will start at 10:00 AM.

Operated by:

The Adventure Merchants

About operator:

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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  • Duration: 3 hours
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