MELBOURNE
Melbourne’s best days out.
The 15 most popular cruises & boat tours in Melbourne and across Victoria. What each day actually delivers, who runs it and what it costs.
A 2-hour Yarra River highlights cruise with GPS audio, skyline views from the open deck, and major sights from Docklands to the Botanic Gardens.
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Spirit of Melbourne dinner cruise on the Yarra River: 4-course meal, premium drinks, and skyline views past landmarks in about 3 hours.
“This was a fantastic way to end our holiday in Melbourne, the food was mouthwatering, service was brilliant. Great value for money. I would definitely do this again. It was one of the highlights of our holiday.”
Small-group Zodiac whale watch from Victoria Harbour with warm flotation suits, expert captains, and a rebook guarantee if you miss whales.
“It was excellent and everyone was super helpful! Easy to navigate, useful guide to information and payment. It was a spontaneous trip which was wonderful x”
A 1-hour Yarra River cruise from Federation Wharf with live English commentary, tea and coffee, and easy views of Melbourne landmarks.
2-hour Yarra River cruise from Southbank with commentary, tea/coffee, and skyline views from Docklands to Royal Botanic Gardens.
“I really enjoyed my Melbourne cruise experience. The views of the city skyline, Docklands, and Yarra River were absolutely stunning, and it felt so different seeing Melbourne from the water. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing, especially during the evening as the sun went down.The staff were attentive and frien”
3-hour Yarra River dinner cruise in Melbourne with a 4-course meal, drinks included, and famous city sights from the boat.
Cruise-ship pedicab tour of Victoria with free pier pickup. Cycle James Bay, Beacon Hill Park, Old Town, and Chinatown in 3 hours.
“We arrived in Victoria on a rainy day at the cruise port greeted by John our pedicab host. It was not our first visit to Victoria but it was our first time to see its true beauty away from the tourist areas. John took us threw the neighborhoods, gorgeous gardens and most of all, the…”
A 1-hour Cape Woolamai scenic cruise from San Remo with live wildlife commentary, tea and cake, and chances to spot pelicans, seals, and dolphins.
Melbourne to Williamstown ferry cruise on the Yarra with big-window views, onboard narration, and flexible time in a seaside suburb.
“I have great respect for the crew. Their attitude and dedication was exemplary.”
Sail the Yarra and Port Philip Bay to Williamstown for a relaxed Melbourne skyline cruise with onboard commentary, tea, and coffee.
Zodiac whale watching from Victoria with a survival suit and small-group RIB ride, plus Fort Rodd Hill and Race Rocks stops.
“It was so exhilarating! An absolute must do if you are visiting Victoria! Plan on getting wet, but seeing the whales in their natural habitat is incredibly breathtaking. An experience we will never forget and an item checked off our bucket list!”
3-hour Victoria whale-watching with onboard naturalists. Search for orcas, humpbacks, seals and more in BC’s Salish Sea.
“Best whale watching experience I’ve been on . They are very informative and made sure we saw whale . We also got to see sea lions and seals. Was amazing. No issues at all with having my service dogies on board. They were so friendly about it.”
2-hour bottomless brunch cruise on Melbourne’s Yarra from Southgate. Unlimited beer, wine and Prosecco mimosas plus sweet-savory bites.
Drift among 7,000 fur seals at Seal Rocks on a 2-hour Philip Island cruise with tea, cake, and onboard wildlife tips.
Rent an electric picnic boat on Melbourne’s Yarra. Captain your own cruise for up to 8, eco-friendly, easy, and great value.
The laneways and the bay, and every road out to the coast and the ranges.
