Riverlife Adventure Centre

Lower River Terrace, Naval Stores, Kangaroo Point Queensland 4169

Riverlife Adventure Centre is only a short ferry ride from Brisbane's CBD and offers a range of exhilarating activities that are fun, safe and challenging for any age. Whether you're a local or visiting Brisbane, Riverlife will offer an unforgettable experience with a variety of tours and hire options, including kayaks, and bikes.

At Riverlife, you can challenge yourself to rock climbing or abseiling the Kangaroo Point cliffs; or kayak on the Brisbane River. If you are up for some evening action, the twilight kayak and grazing adventure is your go-to. Enjoy the quality time while kayaking along the river, followed by a delicious grazing platter while overlooking the luminous city lights.

No experience is necessary for our tours as each session includes instruction, a safety briefing and equipment. Minimum eight years of age and bookings are essential.

Twilight Kayak and Grazing Adventure

Spend your weekend outdoors reconnecting with your loved ones on a twilight kayak, wine and grazing board experience.

This tour departs at 5pm every Thursday to Saturday and 3pm on Sundays. Get to know the river city a little better with a guided kayak by one of our expert kayak instructors trained to keep you safe and having fun on the water. Take in iconic sites on your kayak such as the Story Bridge, Howard Smith Wharves and Southbank. After returning to shore get settled in one of our riverside marquees and enjoy a delicious grazing board of cheese, dips and marinated vegetables hand-selected by our head chef. Sip a glass or wine, chilled beer or soft drink as you spend quality time with your loved ones or reconnect with your team. Additional beverages available for purchase on the day.

Riverlife’s kayaking adventures are guided by qualified and experienced instructors. No experience is necessary as each session includes full instruction, a safety briefing and all equipment including a PFD. Participants must be at least 18 years of age. Bookings essential. Please bring a hat and a water bottle.

Price: $125
Derived from 1 person rate.

Day Kayak Adventure

Whether you are a first-timer or an experienced paddler, get out and discover Brisbane's beautiful river city by Kayak!

Riverlife's guided Kayaking adventure sessions let you see the city from a unique angle while you glide along Brisbane River!

No experience is necessary as each session involves full instruction, a safety briefing (where you will learn how to kayak) and all equipment. Minimum eight years of age! Bookings are essential. Please bring a spare change of clothes (as clothes will get wet on tour), a hat, water bottle and sunscreen.

Price: $65


Day Abseil Adventure

Step off the edge of the Kangaroo Point Cliffs and into a vertical world! Abseiling is the ultimate rush. You will be abseiling down the 20 metre high cliffs in no time... No experience necessary!

Riverlife Abseiling sessions are guided by qualified and experienced instructors.

No experience is necessary as each session includes instruction, a safety briefing (where you will learn how to abseil) and equipment.

Participants must wear and use the safety equipment provided by Riverlife. Safety equipment includes a helmet, harness, rope and gloves.

Bookings essential.

Price: $65
Derived from 1 person rate.

Day Rock Climb Adventure

Challenge yourself on the Kangaroo Point Cliffs on a Day Rock Climb Adventure! Spend Sunday morning climbing and belaying along the Brisbane River. Whether you are a first-time climber looking to try something new or an expert looking to beat their personal best, this adventure is for you!

Riverlife’s rock climbing adventures are guided by qualified and experienced instructors. No experience is necessary as each session includes full instruction, a safety briefing and all equipment including. Participants must be at least 8 years of age for the Day Rock Climb Adventure, children between 8 – 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Bookings essential.

Price: $79
Derived from 1 person rate.

Twilight Kayak Adventure

Come discover what Brisbane has to offer on a unique Brisbane city twilight kayak adventure! This experience is ideal for date nights and anniversaries and adds a special moment to your day.

The tour sees you enjoying a relaxing 90-minute kayak journey on the iconic Brisbane River either heading towards Story Bridge or Southbank, depending on the tide. Take in the sensational city and river views in the early evening light, gliding under Brisbane’s inner city bridges and cutting through the luminous reflections of the city on the water.

Riverlife’s kayaking adventures are guided by qualified and experienced instructors. No experience is necessary as each session includes full instruction, a safety briefing and all equipment including a Personal Flotation Device. Participants must be at least 18 years of age for the Brisbane City Twilight Kayak experience. Bookings essential.

Price: $99
per person

Twilight Abseil Adventure

Ever seen people abseiling the Kangaroo Point Cliffs and wondered “why not me?” Make your abseiling dreams a reality with Riverlife's Twilight Abseil Adventure.

Challenge yourself as you take a deep breath and step over the edge of the 30m high cliff. Steadily begin your decent while the city lights twinkle in the background. Nervous? That’s perfectly natural! Our amazing, qualified instructors will guide you through your experience insuring you are safe and confident. When your session is complete, head back to Riverlife to join us for a chilled beverage and grazing board in one of our riverside marquees.

Riverlife’s abseiling experiences are guided by qualified and experienced instructors. No experience is necessary as each session includes full instruction, a safety briefing and all equipment. Participants must be at least 8 years of age for the Kangaroo Point Twilight Abseil experience. Bookings essential.

Price: $99


Twilight Rock Climb Adventure

Rediscover Kangaroo Point rock climbing on a Twilight Rock Climb Adventure! Escape the summer heat and scale the Kangaroo Point Cliffs by moonlight. Challenge yourself under the stars, bringing your friends and family along for a fun Saturday night.

This guided rock climbing adventure runs for 2 hours and will see you tackle the cliffs during your climbing time and assist in belaying your fellow adventurers. Our qualified instructors will take your through a safety briefing and fit you with all safety equipment to ensure and are safe and confident on the cliffs.

Riverlife’s rock climbing adventures are guided by qualified and experienced instructors. No experience is necessary as each session includes full instruction, a safety briefing and all equipment including. Participants must be at least 12 years of age for the Twilight Rock Climb Adventure. Bookings essential.

Price: $99


URB-E Tour

Staring from Riverlife at Kangaroo Point, we’ll take you on an informative tour, stopping at some of Brisbane’s key landmarks, such as the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, South Bank, and the Goodwill Bridge! Your guide will point you in the right direction to enjoy other fantastic sights such as the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Eagle Street Pier and Howard Smith Wharves.

Price: $55


Sunday Kayak Session

Use your Sunday wisely and join Riverlife for a lazy Sunday kayak session that lets you soak up all the sunshine and explore Brisbane’s most iconic landmarks, such as the Story Bridge, Howard Smith Wharves, and Southbank. After returning to shore the friendly and knowledgeable staff at Riverlife will get you settled in one of their riverside marquees to enjoy a delicious grazing board of cheese, dips, crackers, marinated vegetables, and more. Sip a glass of wine, chilled beer, or soft drink while taking in the best city views and enjoying quality time together. A lazy Sunday made perfect.

Price: $89


  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Experiences you can enjoy:

  • Aboriginal Culture
  • Family
  • History & Heritage
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Sports
  • Experience is charged

Activities you can engage in:

  • Abseiling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Rock Climbing
  • Cycling