About this tour
Two-person inflatable raft down Melbourne's Yarra River for three hours of grade 2 whitewater action. Navigate named rapids like Bob's Rock and Pinball through native bushland with a professional guide handling all safety gear and instruction. Expect genuine river thrills on manageable rapids—technical enough to keep your heart racing, forgiving enough for confident swimmers new to rafting.
Highlights
- Two-person raft tackles grade 2 rapids with personality-named sections
- Professional guide teaches paddle technique before launch
- Bushland scenery between bouts of churning whitewater
- GoPro mounts capture your wipeouts and victories
- All safety kit, park fees and instruction included
What to expect
You'll meet your guide, get fitted with helmet and lifejacket, then learn paddling basics on calm water. Once on the rapids, expect sustained effort—you're actively steering and powering the raft, not just sitting. The Yarra delivers genuine white-water sections where teamwork matters; your partner's paddle timing affects how smoothly you punch through. Between rapids, there's time to catch breath and appreciate the river valley. It's physical and wet, but the rapids are forgiving—designed for people building confidence, not extreme kayakers.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required; not suitable if pregnant or with cardiovascular concerns. Dress for getting soaked and cool water. Operates rain or shine. Bring a towel and dry clothes in your car. No hotel transfers included—arrange your own transport to the meeting point.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.