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A Beautiful day on the water
Well organized fun tour. The kayaking equipment was great and the guide were informative and fun.
Hobart Kayak Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $99 / person
- Location
- Hobart, Australia
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 476 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 16
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Roaring 40s Kayaking
- Meeting point
- Meet us at Short Beach (near the children's play area and rowing sheds). We are a mobile business and have no office at this location. Look for the Roaring 40s Kayaking vehicle, lots of kayaks and the smiling faces! Free parking is available on Marieville Esplanade and near the rowing sheds.
Description
Nestled between river and mountain, Hobart has one of the most picturesque harbours in the world. Join this 2.5-hour city paddle and go behind the scenes of this vibrant, working waterfront to discover the true heart of Hobart. Glide past prestigious homes perched along the edge of Hobart’s oldest suburb, marvel at Hobart’s wooden tall sailing ships, keep an eye out for Sammy the resident seal, hope for a pod of dolphins, peer through crystal-clear water at native sea stars, perhaps get up close and personal with a giant cruise ship, and take photos of Hobart from a rarely seen perspective. Your expert guides will share paddling tips and information about the region throughout your adventure.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $99
- Child (ages 7–15)
- $60
In demand: 15 of the next 27 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Local guide
Lunch
All required equipment including kayak, life jackets and spray jackets
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
476 reviews
How it compares in Hobart
- Rated higher than 76% of 100 reviewed tours in Hobart
- No. 13 by number of reviews among 204 tours in Hobart
- Starting price $99 is 87% above the typical $53 for tours of similar length in Hobart
Excurgo comparison of 204 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 7 years. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
- Previous experience is not necessary
- A basic level of fitness is required
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hobart Kayak Tour take?
Hobart Kayak Tour lasts about 2h 30min.
How much does Hobart Kayak Tour cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Hobart experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hobart Kayak Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does Hobart Kayak Tour cost for children?
Children aged 7–15 pay from $60, adults from $99.
Does Hobart Kayak Tour sell out?
It can: 15 of the next 27 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Hobart Kayak Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet us at Short Beach (near the children's play area and rowing sheds). We are a mobile business and have no office at this location. Look for the Roaring 40s Kayaking vehicle, lots of kayaks and the smiling faces! Free parking is available on Marieville Esplanade and near the rowing sheds. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Hobart Kayak Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Minimum age is 7 years. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Reviews(476)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Highly Recommend
Wonderful kayak tour. Mike, our guide, gave great instructions so first timers would be very comfortable. We have experience but we did learn some new things. Paddled to the harbor and Mike picked up fish and chips from a local eatery at the dock. We ate in our kayaks and then paddled back to the bay where we had started. Learned a lot of history along the tour. It was a 40 minute walk from our ship to the starting point, but it was an easy walk and we enjoyed it. Mike recommended a bakery that was on our way back so we took his recommendation and enjoyed an apple scroll on our return to our ship. Was a lovely day.
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Great way to spend a morning kayaking Hobart
Fantastic day, the weather was ideal, nice easy paddle. Lunch on the water was great. Interesting facts and local information by our guide who was very knowledgable. Would do again.
Operator response
We look forward to seeing you out on the water again some time!
W
Best day out!!!
What a fabulous day!! Everything was perfect! The weather, equipment, guides and guests. Safety briefings had me feeling a lot more secure and the seals came out to say hello. Lunch was great too and the on-the-water atmosphere with everyone was exciting and fun. Can't recommend more highly.
Operator response
It sounds like a great day! Thank you for reviewing us :)
B
A scenic and fun experience
A very nice experience. Fully professional and responsible, and made it easy to do. Nice lunch included, with good kayaking experience.
Operator response
Thanks for your review!
U
Simple yet beautiful
It was awesome and fun , the instructors were professional and experienced, They showed hobart and places around... Thanks
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to review us :)
J
A pleasant kayak in Hobart
A 2h kayak from short beach to Constitution dock. Dependent on the weather, this kayak experience is a must do as it gives you a view of Hobart from water.
S
Fantastic trip to Flinders Island
Highly recommend the Flinders 7 day trip. Fabulous trip that enabled us to enjoy the diversity of Flinders Island by land and sea. Guides were great at adapting each day according to the weather to provide us with amazing experiences.
Operator response
Thank you Sue!
K
Great way to blow away jet lag!
Great fun way to blow away jet lag and see Hobart from a different angle. Good instruction and safety briefing. All round a good experience.
Operator response
Great stuff!
R
Unique paddle with history
Enjoyed our Kayak tour as it was a perfect day and Kyle our guide was knowledgeable and professional. Unfortunately a 3 hour advertised tour was a smidge over 2 hours. At $130 pp, which included fish and chips on our Kayak while floating which was lovely was a little overpriced for a 2 hour and a bit paddle.
Operator response
Thank you for your review. Perhaps the 2 and bit hours is reflective of the "time on water"? We value safety and ensure everyone has a detailed safety brief and gear fitting before we hit the water, and this is included in our 2.5 hour Hobart City Kayak Tour which we advertise as the full experience. We would love to hear from you as if it is advertised differently elsewhere, we wish to be informed. Please see our trip details on Trip Advisor to confirm the 2.5 hour experience advertised. Thank you for taking the time to review!
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