When you live in the 'river city', as Brisbane is known (to those living in Brisbane at least), it is your responsibility to make the most of the liquid playground that is the Brisbane River. If you don't have any water-going equipment, however, and your only option is swimming in the river, you could be forgiven for being a sceptic. Which is where the people at
Riverlife step in; they have all the equipment and spirit you need to make the Brisbane River and its surrounds your own personal playground.
Riverlife offer unique kayaking experiences, with their
Friday Night Paddle and Prawns and
Saturday Night Paddle and BBQ packages. These involve a guided, night-time kayak past the lights of the city, followed by a delicious BBQ or prawn feast. Alternatively, you can hire a kayak by the hour and forge your own path through the Brisbane River.
Riverlife also have the banks of the river covered; their options for dry land activities include abseiling, rock climbing, roller blading, bike hire or combinations of all of these. And for a perfect combination of culture and adventure, you can participate in an
Aboriginal cultural experience with the Riverlife Mirrabooka tribe and the Yuggera Aboriginal Dancers.
So, if you want to take advantage of the paddle pool that is the Brisbane River, but being chased by bull sharks in your Speedos isn't your idea of a good time, let Riverlife take care of you.
