Images courtesy of Tourism Queensland (no.1, 3 & 4) and Riverlife Adventures (no.2 & 5)
If you think Brisbane is just another city overflowing with excellent shopping, superb restaurants and fabulous cultural experiences, think again - get down to the river and experience Brisbane from a different angle. At Riverlife Adventure Centre you can see the city from the rocks, from the water, or on wheels.
Face your fears abseiling down Kangaroo Point’s weathered walls or crawling up them, rock by rock. From a dangling position you will see the city from a new perspective.
Imagine cutting through the darkness on your kayak and gliding silently under the Story Bridge. Whether you are an experienced paddler or it’s your first time on the water, you will be captivated by the city’s charm as the high rise reflections dance playfully in your wake.
So you’re not a cliff-hanger and would prefer to keep your feet firmly on the shore? Start at the beautiful City Botanic Gardens and follow the river north to connect to the floating RiverWalk, over 20km of walking paths along the beautiful Brisbane River. To increase the pace, break out your wheels or hire them (bicycles, rollerblades and kick bikes) from Riverlife Adventure Centre.
Wining and dining on the water is also popular with cruises such as the Kookaburra River Queen offering buffet lunch and dinner cruises, live entertainment, and everchanging views.
Riverlife Adventure Centre: access via the Kangaroo Point steps (off River Terrace) or catch CityCat to the Thornton St Ferry Terminal then follow the signs.
Ph 07 3891 5766
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#91
The best value tourist attraction in Brisbane is the City Cat Ferry trip from Southbank. My "very cool" nephew and niece from Melbourne stood at the front of the ferry for the whole trip while I regaled them with tales of the sights along the river. A bonding experience for all of us. It's so good for us locals to be able to have such a showcase tour and to be able to display our own history eg uni drinking at the Brekky Creek, Regatta etc.
#92
The Brisbane River is a great place to see Brisbane in a relaxed way by taking a ride on one of the many boats or the City Cats
#93
We had a fantastic wedding on the Kookaburra River Queens from Eagle St. Pier. Excellent food, service and the boats are looking good these days due to the new owners.
#94
You MUST take a cruise aboard Brisbane icons the Kookaburra River Queens. We took a scenic dinner cruise and there is no better way to see the river than from au authentic paddlewheeler.
#95
In Brisbane you must fully enjoy the fabulous river to take in the sights and experience the ever changing scenes on a paddle boat cruise.
#96
Wonderful trip to celebrate a special event & enjoy a relaxing meal on board.
#97
Brisbane is such a vibrant city and riverlife just adds to the beauty
#98
A great family trip starts at New Farm park to smell the roses and then catch the citycat to southbank pool, maybe a visit to the art gallery - riding the citycat back to New Farm at dusk with all the city lights coming on is quite a treat.
#99
Whilst backpacking in Brisbane i was lucky enough to come across Riverlife while i was walking along the river...and what a great find!!! I hopped into a kayak and saw Brisbane like i never thought - so beautiful!! Great, friendly staff - so much to choose from -- i'll be back for abseiling on my next visit! Thanks Riverlife! :-)
#100
Amazing spot, friendly staff and good valued prizes! Special school holiday prizes and the ultimate place to be active, relax and have fun!! Try the Riverlife adventure experience at kangaroo point cliffs!!