Murray River Adventures by Sydney Harbour Kayaks
Cohuna, VIC.
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Special Guided Kayak Eco Tours - September 2025 / Gunbower Forest (Environmental Flooding Period)
Located at Cohuna, Victoria, 3568. -> 2 hr 45min from Melbourne Airport.
Gunbower Forest is a vital floodplain wetland ecosystem along the Murray River in northern Victoria, renowned for its rich biodiversity and internationally significant habitat for waterbirds, native fish, and wetland plants. Environmental watering is essential to maintain the health of this forest, as it mimics natural flooding events that support breeding, regeneration, and ecosystem balance.
Without regular environmental flows, the forest risks degradation, threatening its ecological integrity and the many species that depend on it.
Over the past 8 years, Sydney Harbour Kayaks has guided many tours deep within this amazing forest through our Victorian base.
The current environmental watering has just started, and the forest will continue to get a 'drink' through to November.
Sydney Harbour Kayaks plans on conducting guided adventures deep into the Gunbower through this time.
Evening bliss out on the Reedy Lagoon cruising into a beautiful sunset.
Perfect for bird-watching and amazing late afternoon light on the Creek.
- 1 1/2 hrs -
Flooded Gunbower Island ECO Adventure
Relax and enjoy one of the most beautiful lagoons on the entire Gunbower Creek. The Cohuna Lagoon, right at the doorstep of Cohuna. Explore a magnificent waterway known as the 'Kakadu' of the South.
- 3.5 hrs -
PRICE:
$175 per Adult
$145 per Child (under 16)
Sunset on the Reedy Lagoon
PRICE:
$135 per Adult
$95 per Child (under 14)
ADVENTURE 1
Kayak the Rarely Flooded Forest of Gunbower Island
Join us for a once-in-a-decade kayaking adventure through the stunning flooded forests of Gunbower Island. Paddle through towering river red gums and winding waterways as birdlife fills the sky and tranquility surrounds you.
Explore hidden creeks like Yarran Creek, Green Swamp, or Spur Creek (depending on conditions) — areas usually only accessible by 4WD or on foot. This is a rare chance to glide silently through an ancient forest temporarily transformed by environmental flooding.
Led by experienced and knowledgeable guides, this relaxed eco-tour includes a delicious morning tea deep in the forest, premium Mirage Sea Kayaks, and unforgettable photo opportunities. A must-do for nature lovers, bird-watchers, and anyone wanting a unique Aussie wilderness experience.
Special Dates: September 13 through to September 21
ADVENTURE 2
Reedy Lagoon Sunset Eco Kayak Tour
Paddle through the serene, flood-filled Reedy Lagoon during a rare environmental watering event. This 90-minute guided kayak tour takes you deep into one of Gunbower Forest’s most pristine and biodiverse wetlands — a haven for birds, frogs, fish, and native plants.
Watch the sun set over flooded red gums, and soak in the peace of nature at its best.
Small group (max 8 paddlers) and premium Mirage seakayaks included.
Meeting point: Treetops Scout Centre – we convoy from there to launch.
Child pricing: Under 15.
Special Dates: September 13 through to September 21
Where is Cohuna?
Cohuna situated 274km North of Melbourne on the Murray Valley Highway between Echuca and Kerang.
The main street is situated opposite the Gunbower Creek, which forms Gunbower Island. It is the gateway to the amazing paddling throughout the Gunbower system.
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Kayaking on the Gunbower Creek and the Flooded Gunbower Island
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