Melbourne Tours Walk the Yarra & Historic Boathouse Lunch
This is the very first tour in Melbourne’s metro area to offer an immersive, nature-focused experience that combines hiking, culture, and history. This unique journey invites travellers to explore the city through the eyes of a local, discovering hidden cultural gems that are beloved by residents but often missed by tourists.
Just 15 minutes away from the city centre, it’s a rare opportunity to walk along the Yarra River’s stunning parklands, uncover its rich history, and connect with Melbourne’s natural beauty in a way no other tour offers. From the largest flying fox colony to the historic Boathouse, and the culturally significant Dights Falls, this tour blends the city’s heritage with its vibrant community, offering a distinctive, off-the-beaten-path adventure that highlights what makes Melbourne truly special.
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Melbourne Tours Walk the Yarra & Historic Boathouse Lunch
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What's included in Melbourne Tours Walk the Yarra & Historic Boathouse Lunch
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Yarra Bend Park
We'll start the morning with a guided walk along the scenic Yarra River, winding through bushland trails and quiet riverside paths. Along the way, you'll discover hidden lookouts, local wildlife, and heritage sites that tell the story of Melbourne's early days. At the end of our journey, we'll take a well-deserved Lunch at the iconic Studley Park Boathouse – a beautiful historic building turned into a peaceful riverside café. You’ll enjoy a relaxing lunch here, with a range of delicious options and the calming view of the river and boats passing by.
We’ll pass through one of Australia’s largest urban colonies of flying foxes in their natural habitat. You will encounter up to 50,000 bats alongside the riverbank.
Dight's Falls ReservePass-by Only
Our journey continues to Dights Falls, a culturally significant site for the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, where we take a moment to appreciate its deep First Nations heritage, and the evolution of the land throughout the years to our modern society.
Inclusions
- Cultural insight of Dights Falls and its significance with First Nation...
- Poncho, First Aid Kit
- Choose from 5 pre-selected options
- Visit Flying fox colony
- Guided Walk through Yarra Bend Park trails
- taxi pick-up / drop-off
- Private Travel Insurance
- Tips for your guide (optional)
- Bottled water
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers unable to walk 2 to 2.5 hours using uneven terrain
- Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pickup time/location: 8.30am in front of The Hotel Windsor. Arrive at the pickup 10min prior pickup.
