Tours/Western Australia/Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands
Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands
5.0(41)Western Australia3 hours
TRIPADVISOR5.0(41)
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At a glance
Duration
3 hours
Price from
$70 / person
Location
Western Australia
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 41 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 16
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
GoGo Active Tours
Meeting point
Start and finish location, "Riverton Bridge Park", western end of the Riverton Bridge, corner Fern Road, Barbican St East and Riverton Drive East. The address for your navigation system or taxi/Uber is 447 Riverton Drive east, Shelley (or Riverton). The carpark is opposite this house on the river.
Description
Let us take you outdoors and off the beaten track on a kayak journey of discovery through the very heart of Perth in an area that few people get to explore. This unique wetland area in such close proximity to Perth’s CBD can only be truly appreciated when accessed by kayak.
Come on this fun, upbeat and wonderfully engaging tour and let our passionate and experienced guides share some of the areas historical, cultural, geographical and horticultural secrets with you.
Our small group guided tours are all about actively connecting you with nature rather than strenuous exercise and so cater for a wide range of ages and skill levels.
We aim to leave you energised and with a strong sense of accomplishment.
Tour Options
Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands
Itinerary
Kent Street Weir
30 min
This is our Cafe stop area. We can get off the kayaks and explore on foot.
Canning River Regional Park
180 min
This is the park area that we kayak through
What's included
Included
Double Surf Ski, Paddles and Life Jackets
Not included
Coffee and/or Tea
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
41 reviews
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Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands take?
Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands cost?
Prices start at $70 per person for this Western Australia 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.
Can I cancel Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands 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 Start and finish location, "Riverton Bridge Park", western end of the Riverton Bridge, corner Fern Road, Barbican St East and Riverton Drive East. The address for your navigation system or taxi/Uber is 447 Riverton Drive east, Shelley (or Riverton). The carpark is opposite this house on the river. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands 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.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by GoGo Active Tours.
Reviews(41)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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philc238
October 29, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A very pleasant morning on the Canning River
Had a great morning on the Canning River. Weather was overcast and rain threatening but rain stayed away. Very pleasant paddling upriver for a coffee stop at Canning River Cafe adjacent to Kent St Weir. Stopped along the way for a raft up and some very interesting history talks of the Whadjuk Noongar people on this section of the river and Perth/WA in general. Very pleasant paddle into the wind back to our starting point. Highly recommend doing a tour with Kyle and Brian. No experience of kayaking required. The kayaks are very stable
Operator response
Thanks so much for joining us, and for taking the time to leave a thoughtful review.
We’re glad you enjoyed the stories we shared about the history of Boorloo (Perth), the Djarlgarro Beelier (Canning River), and the Whadjuk Noongar people.
Hope to see you back on the water for another adventure soon.
Kyle & Bryan
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Camfresh
October 31, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
A beautifully guided and peaceful trip up the Canning River.
We went on the Cliffs and Caves tour last year and came back for this one. Matt is an amazing guide whose knowledge on the area is outstanding. He has clearly spent a lot of time learning the Aboriginal history, the history since colonial settlement, and a heap of information about the birdlife and the natural environment. What a lovely way to spend a morning!
Operator response
Wow that was great to hear from you. So glad you sent this lovely review.
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Anne B
October 20, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
A highly recommended experience kayaking the Canning River wetlands
A fabulously informative kayak trip in the well preserved Canning River wetlands where we learnt so much about the history, unique flora and diverse fauna of this special environment. Matt’s knowledge and enthusiasm towards preservation of the wetlands was so infectious we felt privileged to be able to share this opportunity to experience this unique part of Perth. The kayak pace was good and the coffee stop was a great opportunity to talk with Matt and other guests. A highly recommended experience.
Operator response
Great to hear back from you Anne. Thanks for that glowing review. It is much appreciated.
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249colleenh
May 7, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Canning River wetlands- Little gem of a paddle
What a fantastic kayak tour. Matt was a wonder and very knowledgeable. Wonderful facts and a lovely paddle and you get a lovely coffee halfway through.
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damiene881
January 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great Experience - Would Recommend to Anyone
A great experience for the three of us venturing into an area of Perth of unrivalled natural beauty that we never really knew existed!!
Matt did a great job looking after us for the tour and was very knowledgeable about the surroundings.
Looking forward to the next tour!!
Operator response
Cheers buddy. I am glad you guys enjoyed the day. We will hopefully catch up again.
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BushExplorer70
December 14, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
A fascinating tour to see a different side of Perth
We had a fantastic experience paddling through the Canning R wetlands. Matt was an excellent guide, great personal attention, full of interesting information and practical tips to make the journey so much easier. The location was amazing, with lots of birds that you could get up close to from the water, definitely bring your camera, don't worry about the kayak, it was very stable and not even a feeling of tipping over. Highly recommended to see a different side of Perth.
Operator response
Cheers guys. It was great having you visit.
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chrisbL5348CV
November 20, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful kayak trip to see wildlife in untouched wetlands
Just on the outskirts of Perth, this is a step back in time to an area barely touched since the arrival of Brits in the 19th century. The kayaks allow access to a wildlife area virtually inaccessible by any other means, allowing observation of a wide variety of birds in their natural environment. Matt offers an informative commentry that also adds to the enjoyment of the trip. Highly recommended.
Operator response
Thanks Chris. It was great to have you join us.
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elizabethtP2650HJ
October 4, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Fabulous trip
A lovely peaceful gentle kayak along the river.
Matt was a great host and super informative.
Really interesting.
Great coffee stop.
I can highly recommend this trip.
Operator response
Liz that is very nice of you to say so. It was a beautiful morning.
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clarkk318
July 23, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Great morning on the river
Great morning with Matt, highly recommend. Matt’s knowledge of the area and history makes for an engaging and entertaining tour.
Operator response
Thanks for that lovely review. We always try to make every tour interesting.
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sherriruthm
July 15, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Winter, Sun, River, Kayaking - Just Wonderful!
A wonderful winters day with the sun shinning, the beautiful Canning River with all its bird life, serenity and the stories being shared from Matt of Go Go Tours was just fabulous and a nice way to spend Saturday, kayaking down the river. Loved it all ❤️
Operator response
Hey Sherri, thanks for paddling with me. It was a great morning with the crew.
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