Top Melbourne Water Tours

Spend an evening on the Yarra River during this Melbourne dinner cruise. As you admire the twinkling city lights reflecting on the water, enjoy a 4-course gourmet meal inclusive of beverages. This fine dining experience includes beer, wine, and spirits, as well as coffee, tea, dessert, port, and a cheese plate. Cruise past attractions like Federation Square and the Royal Botanic Gardens while soaking up the elegant and relaxing atmosphere of the boat.

Discover Melbourne’s history and highlights on this guided Yarra River cruise. Float past the city’s towering skyscrapers and lovely urban gardens while learning about the transformation of this vibrant city from 19th-century port town to a modern cultural capital. Your sightseeing cruise takes you upriver and downriver for a scenic overview of attractions on both banks.

Experience the best of coastal Victoria with this packed, 2-day tour that takes you to three favorite destinations around Melbourne. See the spectacular beaches and limestone cliffs of the Great Ocean Road, watch the famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island, and visit the charming seaside villages and colorful bathing boxes of the Mornington Peninsula. The tour package includes overnight accommodation, two meals, all park fees, and guided transport.

Cruise from Melbourne to the historic seaport city of Williamstown while soaking up the sights along the Yarra River. Spend as much time as you like in Williamstown, where you can browse art galleries, explore local seafaring history or enjoy a coffee or meal at one of the many charming cafés. Customize your cruise options and travel one-way in either direction or take a round-trip cruise for a delightful day trip.

Take in a bounty of Melbourne’s highlights along the scenic Yarra River on this narrated sightseeing cruise. Spend a delightful hour aboard a riverboat as you glide under the Princes Bridge and past beautiful river gardens, Herring Island, the Melbourne Cricket Ground and other top cultural attractions.

Enjoy a new perspective of Melbourne’s port and Docklands area as you cruise down the Yarra River toward Hobson’s Bay. Learn about Melbourne’s history as a 19th-century port town while watching the sights go by on this narrated tour.

The historic monuments, waterfront parks, and scenic shipping channels of Melbourne are even more picturesque when viewed from the water. On this tour, set sail at sunset along the Yarra River and experience the city at its most magical. Cruise past the Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Park; explore the Docklands and admire the waterfront mansions of Melbourne’s suburbs; and peek at the sculpture garden on Herring Island.

Get out of busy Melbourne for the day and enjoy the rugged beauty of the Mornington Peninsula. Leaving the city behind, you’ll drive to must-see sights like London Bridge, the seaside town of Sorrento, and Arthurs Seat. You won’t just travel by car, though: take a harbor cruise and ride on the Arthurs Seat Eagle cable car, for different views of the peninsula. This is a fun day out that travelers with a range of interests will love.

The breathtaking sights of the Bellarine Enjoyed by the locals daily and beloved the world around, this day out and about on the Bellarine Peninsula you’ll join us for a beautiful day along the coastline taking in some Aboriginal culture, hand-feeding native Australian Wildlife, picking fresh produce straight from the farm, enjoying local cuisine and a capping off the day with a delicious wine tasting.

The Welcome to Melbourne: 8-Day tour is our most popular. It is perfect for tourists visiting Melbourne, travellers looking for an incredible start to their working holiday or international students studying here. It is currently the Number 1 Tour on TripAdvisor, with only 5 star reviews! This tour includes things you need such as an airport shuttle and accommodation as well as must do activities such as surfing and wildlife experiences and then those things you didn't know you could do such as wine tasting, paddle-boarding and of course getting up close to those tiny little penguins.

Soak your cares away with a day of rest and relaxation at the Peninsula Hot Springs. With included transport from Melbourne, this tour makes it easy to fit in a trip to this favorite spa destination on the Mornington Peninsula, featuring 20 different bathing experiences like geothermal pools, hydrotherapy, sauna, and a Turkish hamam. For an extra bliss fix, book an optional treatment at the serene Spa Dreaming Center.

Explore the Bellarine and Mornington peninsulas on a full-day tour from Melbourne that includes a boat cruise and gondola ride. Take in highlights including the Geelong Waterfront, Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, and the Bathing Boxes, and have time to ride the Arthurs Seat Eagle gondola and stop at a beachside brewery. Your tour includes a picnic lunch, bay cruise, gondola ticket, and round-trip transportation from Melbourne.

Discover some of the best food, wine, and beer makers on the Mornington and Bellarine peninsulas during this full-day tour from Melbourne. Taste a variety of wines, craft beers, and seasonal dishes while traveling through the scenic region. You’ll also take a sightseeing cruise on Port Phillip Bay, ride the Arthurs Seat Eagle gondola, and see the Bathing Boxes. Includes lunch at a vineyard restaurant, and all tastings.

Indulge and enjoy a private dinner cruise on Melbourne's spectacular Yarra River for you and your partner.

Dine on a boat in Melbourne’s lovely Royal Botanic Gardens. Begin your excursion with a guided shopping tour of the Queen Victoria Market. Stop at the Shrine of Remembrance to learn about Australian war history. Take a tram to the gardens and spend some time exploring on foot. Board your boat at the park’s Ornamental Lake, then eat as you admire the local flora and fauna.

Get the ultimate luxury boating experience on this 90-minute private cruise on the Yarra River. With a dedicated skipper to navigate and provide engaging commentary on the sights, you'll depart from the Docklands and sail past Melbourne's riverside attractions. Take great photos from your vantage point on the water, sip a bottle of wine, and dig in to the provided cheese plate featuring local products. This private tour for just you and your party ensures personalized attention and plenty of chance to ask questions.

Indulge and enjoy a private lunch cruise on Melbourne's spectacular Yarra River for you and your partner. This is a private cruise for two only.

Spend the day with us Island hopping from French Island to Phillip Island getting up close and personal with some of Australia’s cutest and cuddliest native wildlife. Take in the breathtaking ocean views and join us for a day that will be hard to forget for years to come.

Stunning views and scenery with our Melbourne river cruise service. Fancy something a little different? How about a party on the Yarra River? Why not try one of our Christmas boat cruises around Melbourne? Impress your friends and colleagues with the best Yarra River cruise for a unique night out that they’ll never forget.

Experience two of Victoria's most popular destinations on this overnight tour. The Great Ocean Road will inspire you with its spectacular coastal scenery, cliff-side panoramas and famous landmarks. Be amazed by the iconic limestone formations including the stunning 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and Gibsons Steps. Immerse yourself in the lush rainforest at Maits Rest before taking time to spot wild koalas in the trees. Stay overnight on the Bellarine Peninsula before boarding the ferry across Port Phillip Bay to the Mornington Peninsula. The second day of our journey is a wildlife immersion. Experience a guided tour of the award-winning Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park to learn about a range of Aussie animals, including kangaroos, koalas and more. Finally, experience the spectacle of hundreds of little blue penguins emerging from the waves and journeying across the beach before you up to their homes in the sand dunes.

Let PS Emmylou treat you to an unforgettable river cruise along the Murray River for an authentic Australian adventure. From the moment you step aboard and hear the steam whistle blow you will be totally relaxed. Enjoy river cruising and a onshore tour to the Barmah World Heritage Wetlands for a guided Eco small boat cruise followed by a visit to two of the Regions leading producers, Pacdon Park fine UK small goods and St Anne's winery for a guided tour & tastings of their fine table & fortified wines.

Escape Sydney’s tourist traps and enjoy a 2-day adventure exploring three of New South Wales’ most interesting regions. Save hours of research time by having a full itinerary organized for you, including accommodation, transfers, and select meals. Enjoy local food and drink tastings at Hunter Valley, and see Port Stephens, the Great Dividing Range, Jamison Valley, Wentworth Falls, and the Three Sisters in the Blue Mountains.

Aspiring photographers will love this three-hour boat cruise around Melbourne. Learn about composition, aperture, ISO, lens choice and your camera's modes from an experienced photographer, as you take in beautiful sights of the city! Complimentary snacks and a beverage is included.

Catch a return trip with the Port Phillip Ferries from Docklands – Melbourne to the seaside Portarlington town where your local guide will take you through the finest wine, locally produced gin, fresh cider and award winning lunches the Bellarine has to offer!