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Melbourne: Walk the Yarra to Historic Fairfield Boathouse
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 3h 45m
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Discover the hidden trails and cultural gems of Melbourne on a guided tour
- Explore the iconic Yarra Bend Park in the heart of Melbourne on a scenic walk
- Witness the mesmerizing sight of the colony flying foxes
- Learn about the cultural significance of Dights Falls for First Nations people
- Free time at the charming Historic Fairfield Boathouse
Activity location
- Melbourne
- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 111 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia | Pickup time/location: 8.30am in front of The Hotel Windsor. Ensure to be there 10min prior pickup.
- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Melbourne: Walk the Yarra to Historic Fairfield Boathouse
- 3h 45m
Activity duration is 3 hours and 45 minutes 3h 45m - English
What's included, what's not
- Small group guided tour (max 11 passengers)
What's included What's included - Guided 2.5-hour hike
What's included What's included - Uncover the Historic Significance of Dights Falls
What's included What's included - Encounter with Flying-fox colony
What's included What's included - Lunch stop at Fairfield Boathouse
What's included What's included - Selected lunch meal & refreshments
What's included What's included - Expert local hiking guide
What's included What's included - Pickup/Drop off CBD transfers
What's included What's included - Rain Ponchos & First Aid
What's included What's included - Water
What's excluded What's excluded - Private Travel Insurance
What's excluded What's excluded - Tips for the guide (optional)
What's excluded What's excluded
What you can expect
If you're looking to discover Melbourne beyond the typical tourist trails, our tour offers something unique. Experience the city through the eyes of a local, blending two hours of active walking through Yarra Bend’s trails. its natural beauty with cultural exploration. This isn’t just about sightseeing; it’s a chance to immerse yourself in Melbourne’s hidden gems.
Your journey begins at Dights Falls, a place layered with meaning and memory. This striking natural feature sits at the junction of the Yarra River and Merri Creek and holds deep cultural and spiritual importance for the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. As you take in the flowing waters and the surrounding bushland, your guide will share the rich stories and ancestral connections that make this site so significant.
From there, continue through a vibrant conservation zone, where you'll encounter the extraordinary sight of over 50,000 grey-headed flying foxes, Australia’s largest bat species, hanging in the trees and soaring above the canopy. This section of the walk offers a rare opportunity to witness wildlife in the heart of the city.
As you approach the end of your two-hour hike, the trail opens up to reveal the historic Fairfield Boathouse, a beloved Melbourne icon dating back to 1908. Nestled on the tranquil banks of the Yarra River, the boathouse offers panoramic views of the water, native bushland, and rowboats drifting by. Finish the experience in the relax boathouse setting by the riverside, and enjoy a classic Aussie meal or a freshly brewed coffee in one of the most serene settings the city has to offer.
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Melbourne
- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - 111 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia | Pickup time/location: 8.30am in front of The Hotel Windsor. Ensure to be there 10min prior pickup.
- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia