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Get skip-the-line entry to SEA LIFE Melbourne and sail the Yarra River to visit Melbourne's top attractions while saving on both experiences.
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Skip waiting in lines to enter SEA LIFE and meet nurse sharks, stingrays, crocodiles, etc. in their 2.2 million liter Oceanarium home.
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Get up close with 10,000 underwater species across 12 interactive zones: from fluffy penguins to scary sharks, meet them all.
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Can't decide between parks and ports? No worries! Choose from 1-hour Yarra River cruises in both directions or a 2-hour cruise that shows you it all!
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Snap, snap, snap – every bend presents a photo-op: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Royal Botanic Gardens, Federation Square, and many more!
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Fun fact: Pinjarra is a 65-year-old, 750kg saltwater crocodile (one of Australia's biggest) who lives in SEA LIFE Melbourne.
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
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Yarra River Cruise
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1 or 2-hour sightseeing cruise
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Ports and Docklands Cruise, Parks and Gardens Cruise, Melbourne Highlights Cruise (based on option selected)
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Commentary (Highlights cruise)
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Complimentary tea/coffee
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guests from New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States and over 19 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
Carolyn
Mar, 2025Verified booking
We loved learning about the history of different parts of the Yarra,it was very informative.Loved our female skipper,she was amazing to watch how she manoeuvred the boat into various places and we loved her commentary,she was witty !!!
Geoffrey
Feb, 2025Verified booking
This was the first time that I have booked tickets on Line. I was sceptical about it but when I got to the cruise ship. I just had to tell them my name and everything was all on the computer. He just printed up my tickets and we went straight into the boat. The talk about the sights was very interesting and informative.
Jason
Mar, 2025Verified booking
very informative,nice cruise up and down the yarra
Meena
Mar, 2025Verified booking
Enjoyed the cruise. However due to high tide only could one way for 1 hour. Manager said has out request through for partial refund to headout. Expecting this backAnne
Mar, 2025Verified booking
We loved seeing the beautiful buildings and sites from the water view. The boat stopped halfway to pick up and drop off passengers. The entire ride on the boat was less than 2 hours.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Enter the vast oceanarium 10,000+ sea-dwellers call home and get a chance to meet all of them. Navigate a see-through tunnel, catching glimpses of different marine ecosystems along the way. Meet seahorses, penguins, saltwater crocodiles, turtles, snakes, lizards, lungfish, stingrays, starfish, sharks, and more – 10,000 is a huge number indeed. Touch sea stars, shark eggs, and more as you walk through multiple immersive and interactive zones.
Yarra River Cruise
Sail the postcard-worthy Yarra River for 2 hours, taking in beautiful parks, skyscrapers, and historic buildings along the way. From the Westgate Bridge and Herring Island to Victoria Docks and Polly Woodside, see everything there is to see in Melbourne's stunning riverside. Pass by Herring Island and see if you can tell whether it's real or not.
Itinerary
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Ports and Docklands Cruise Route
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Southgate Arts & Leisure Precinct
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Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
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19th Century sailing ship “Polly Woodside”
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Crown Entertainment Complex
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World Congress & Trade Centre
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Bolte Bridge & Westgate Bridge
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Shipping Channels and dock area
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Docklands and Docklands Stadium
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Melbourne CBD views
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Parks and Gardens Cruise Route
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Federation Square
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Royal Botanic Gardens
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Government House
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Melbourne & Olympic Parks including AAMI Park, Melbourne Arena, Holden Centre, Margaret Court Arena | MCA, Melbourne Cricket Ground | MCG, and Rod Laver Arena
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Herring Island
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Melbourne Highlights Cruise Route
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All landmarks covered in both of the cruises above.
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Accessibility
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The venue is accessible by wheelchair and mobility scooters.
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Guide dogs are welcome.
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Those with sensory sensitivity will be most comfortable visiting when it's quietest: weekdays after 2 pm (excluding school holidays).
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Carers and companions with valid carer IDs can accompany disabled guests for free.
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Few experiences may not be accessible for guests with reduced mobility. Please check the list here.
Additional information
- Facilities include noise-canceling headphones, a changing room, and a baby room.
Melbourne Highlights Cruise
What's not allowed
- Guests appearing intoxicated may not be permitted onboard.
Accessibility
- The cruise is wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
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Tidal changes, weather conditions, and major event days may affect your experience.
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Children will have to remain seated at all times during the cruise.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at each redemption point.
Ticket redemption points
Melbourne Highlights Cruise
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Board your cruise at Melbourne River Cruises.
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Address: Berth 2, Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia.
Get directions to the boarding point
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
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Show your ticket at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium.
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Address: King St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia.
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