All Encompassed Canberra Small-Group E-Bike and Kayak Tour
Part 1 – your electric bike journey (11am to 1.00pm.)
Your electric bike journey starts at the beginning, in Reconciliation Place - with stories of Australia’s First Nations peoples and their enduring connection to the country. Our bikes will glide us around the lake through parklands to take in the vistas of the mountains beyond.
Leaving the heart of the city behind its time to meander along quiet cycle paths.
Part 2 –Self-guided electric bike trips around Canberra (1.30pm to 4pm). Equipped with a map and advice from your local guide you can choose to keep your electric bike for the afternoon (included in the tour price) to go and explore some of our other national attractions or lakeside cycle paths in your own time. If you love a bushland ride you can do the whole western lake cycle path circuit in about one hour, plus stops. You can then return the bike to us at the start of the kayak trip near the National Museum at 4pm. This e-bike hire option is only available on the Canberra All Encompassed tour.
Part 3 – your pedal kayak cruise (4pm to 5.30pm).
After fitting you with a life vest, running through a few safety instructions and getting some practice in with the pedal-drive system, we’ll set off for a glide around the lake and enjoy exceptional water views of the city, the lake islands and the surrounding forested peaks.
The exact route we follow will depend on the weather conditions that day and what you want to see. Your relaxing lake kayak cruise will normally include:
- Learning about the lake, its wildlife and the antics of the water-birds
- Discovering the story behind the colourful architecture and spiral sky loops of the National Museum of Australia
- Pulling up for a short break to explore a lake island or lakeside beach
- The freedom to meander, relax and soak up the afternoon light dancing on the water
With your hands free to record the serene moments on your camera our slow kayak cruise gives you time to enjoy the rhythm and freedom of the water.
- Local English-speaking guide, electric bike hire and helmet.
- Drinks, food, souvenirs and personal shopping and tips/gratuities for your guide.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- For cycling: Enclosed shoes or sandals are required for cycling. No open footwear or high heels. Bring adequate clothing for the conditions, especially on colder days. Sunscreen and sunglasses are handy on warm summer days. A small water bottle is useful but there are drinking water fountains on the cycle paths. For kayaking: Bring adequate clothing for the conditions, especially to stay warm on colder days when out on the water. (Clothing can be stored in dry hatches on the kayaks). A hat (with chin strap to stay on if windy), some sunglasses, a dab of sunscreen, and a small water bottle are handy. Expect to get your feet wet, up to about shin height, getting in and out of the kayaks. We can lend you some special footwear and you can store your shoes/sandals in the kayak dry hatch. Canberra can experience some wild weather. We conduct the tours if the weather is wet so do bring a raincoat and warm clothes. We also offer free use of raincoats, overpants and gloves to keep you dry, warm and comfy, but call ahead to check availability. For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 10 people over 12 years of age and up to 2 children aged 6-11 years. Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Some of the sites on the itinerary may be closed by the government for special events or in extreme weather, such as on high fire risk days. Alternative sites and routes will be offered in these circumstances. In severe weather we may cancel the full tour if it is deemed too risky to ride. In this case we will offer to reschedule you on the next available tour, provide a credit for another tour, or give you a refund. Children ages 6-11 are welcome to join the tour, with a maximum of 2 children per tour. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
