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Your Half-Day Yarra River Rafting Adventure Near Healesville (Tarrawarra)
You’ll find a small, local team in Tarrawarra and Healesville made up of dedicated, experienced white water rafting specialists who are passionate about connecting people with the wild and precious earth and sharing the thrill of rafting; the friendly, approachable staff are highly qualified in white water techniques, Wilderness First Aid and Swift water rescue, and they tailor programs for youth, adult, corporate and specialised groups, including Bush Adventure Therapy that adapts to your group’s needs, drawing on over 15 years’ experience working with commercial and school groups to deliver safe, engaging Water-Based and Outdoor & Nature Events you can book through Varoom.
About this activity in Tarrawarra
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Join a small, local Tarrawarra team who are passionate about connecting you with the wild beauty of the region through white water rafting.
- Benefit from highly qualified white‑water specialists - all instructors hold Wilderness First Aid and Swift Water Rescue certifications.
- Experience enthusiastic, friendly and approachable guides who tailor programs for youth, adults, corporate groups and specialised needs.
- Access bespoke Bush Adventure Therapy options and 15+ years of experience working with commercial and school groups to meet your group’s goals.
Important Information
- This activity is suitable for a wide range of fitness levels and groups; wheelchair access and service animals are accommodated where needed.
- You will get wet - wear appropriate clothing (shorts, thermal top/rashie or wetsuit) and secure water shoes; sunscreen is recommended.
- Bring a drink bottle, any required medication (including asthma puffers), snacks and completed medical/waiver forms; dry bags are available for valuables.
- Infants cannot participate; public transport options are nearby and a post‑trip car shuttle returns you to the meeting point.
Meeting Point
Meet at the designated Tarrawarra meeting point for this Varoom activity - exact meeting location, directions and shuttle details are provided in your booking confirmation and pre-trip communications.
Includes
- You’ll have a car shuttle after the trip that returns you to the meeting point in Tarrawarra, Healesville.
- All safety gear is provided, including helmets, life jackets, paddles and rafts for your Water-Based activity.
- Dry bays are available so you can stow all your belongings during the experience.
Excludes
- Snacks are not provided-please bring your own if you need them.
- Thermal tops, rashies or wetsuits are not supplied; expect to get wet and plan your clothing accordingly.
Other
- This venue is wheelchair accessible and all areas and surfaces are wheelchair friendly.
- Service animals are allowed on site.
- Public transportation options are available nearby for easy access to the meeting point.
- The activity is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
- Infants are not permitted.
- What to wear: shorts; a thermal top, rashie, or wetsuit (you will get wet); and shoes that can get wet and stay on, such as runners or water sandals. Don’t forget sunscreen.
- What to bring: a drink bottle, any medication including asthma puffers, snacks, and completed medical and waiver forms.
- We provide dry bags so you can secure valuables like keys while you enjoy the experience.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
It Was Amazing. Informative, educational and a real rare experience. We learnt about the rivers power, how to manage it and the history of the area.
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Summary:
Had an excellent time with an amazing guide (Connor), would totally recommend to anyone. Views were great, rafting wasn't too challenging so it seems accessible to all.
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Summary:
Went with my two sons [11 &13].
We enjoyed the whole experience, from learning about the flora and fauna, to seeing the wombat and eagle, and experiencing the paddle.
Our guide was enthusiastic and I formative.
As my sons have kayaked before, they found the rapids a bit tame/few. Therefore, for our next trip we will try out another section of the river that has greater volume/more rapids.
All in all, a great afternoon.
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Know more about Tarrawarra
You’ll experience expert-guided white water rafting led by a small, dedicated team passionate about connecting people with the wild and precious earth. The staff are highly qualified white water specialists with Wilderness First Aid and Swift water rescue training, so you can enjoy an exciting, safe Outdoor & Nature adventure in and around Tarrawarra.
You can. The staff also work in Bush Adventure Therapy programs and tailor each program to the needs of your group, providing therapeutic outdoor experiences and learning opportunities that combine nature, challenge and expert supervision in the Healesville region.
Expect to get wet, so wear shorts and a thermal top, rashie, or wetsuit, plus secure shoes like runners or water sandals. Bring a drink bottle, any medication (for example an asthma puffer), snacks, and completed medical and waiver forms; the team provides dry bags for valuables.
Yes. The team caters to a variety of clients - youth, adults, corporate and specialised groups - and has worked with school and commercial groups for over 15 years, making trips well suited for family, kids, and larger group bookings in the Healesville area.
You’ll be looked after by enthusiastic, approachable staff trained in Swift water rescue and Wilderness First Aid. The operation is wheelchair accessible, allows service animals, and offers public transportation options nearby, ensuring accessible participation and safety for many travellers.
Corporate and specialised groups benefit from experienced facilitators who design programs to meet group needs, strong safety qualifications, and team-building focused outdoor activities. Booking through Varoom makes it simple to find and reserve suitable accommodation and rafting or therapy sessions in the Healesville area.
