What’s Included
- 45 minute Melaka River Cruise
Important Info
- Closed on 14th until 16th Jan 2020 for yearly maintenance & upgrading works
- Free entrance for children under two (2) years old
- Opening Hours: 9:00 am – 11:00 pm | 7 days a week, including school & public holidays
- Closed every Friday from 12:15 pm – 2:45 pm
- Last admission: 1 hour before closing time
MELAKA RIVER CRUISE
What’s a good way to explore the city of Melaka at a relaxing pace? By boat, of course! Melaka River is where it all began. The Melaka River Cruise will take you on a journey through the city’s colorful history.It is the only river journey in South East Asia that takes you back through these 600 years of history. You’ll get to see a juxtaposition of both the old and new part of Melaka city along the way. Long time ago, it was known as the “Venice of the East” due to the establishment of trading hub of merchant ships from all over the world.
The cruise covers 9 km and takes around 45 minutes for a round trip. Being sheltered from the elements at open sea, you’re not likely to get seasick. The boat seats 40 passengers. Most of the seats are under cover but not the front row seats which have the best views. People in the front row seats are however, subject to splashes from the bow wave. The cruise is available during the daytime as well as at night which gives you the best of both worlds: the natural beauty of the area enjoyed under the sunlight as well as the illumination and reflections of the night lights in the water.
Melaka River cruise has become the main attraction in Melaka now that the river has been cleaned up and buildings along the banks have been restored. It is a good activity to see many interesting sights along the way such as historical buildings, bridges, iconic landmark and colorful murals that illustrate Melaka’s unique heritage and culture.
Cruise passenger can just sit back and enjoy taking lots of pictures of the surrounding sights. There is a recorded commentary in Malay and English for history learning and interesting facts. You can survey the many restaurants and bars by the riverside, in case you want to head out there for dinner or drinks later. This river cruise is very popular to both local and international tourists. The journey is not difficult or strenuous, so it’s something that everyone can do. Either you are coming in as individual or family group, Melaka River Cruise would always entertain you with an unforgettable sightseeing experience.
HALIMATUL SAADIAH BINTI KHALID
This is my 2nd time taking the river cruise. Compared to my 1st, this time no explaination on the Melaka history (about kg morten, melaka tree, etc) via recording tape (played while cruising) or by the boat driver. Just a plain ride 35mins back and forth. Breezy night is truly a saver.
Evgeniia Moskaleva
Very pleased with your service
Mohd Nolizam Bin Bahrom
Sangat mudah dan berbaloi…dapat harga murah berbanding beli di kaunter….tpi tak dapat goodies kalau beli online….but its okay goodies pun cuma dapat air.mineral je…anak2 pun seronok dan happy.
Wan Mohamad Hafizol
Good service
Khairul amin b khalid
Good
Mohamad Famizal Mohamad Daud
Saya rasa mungkin kebetulan jam 6.50 petang kami sampai cahaya senja menerangi awan, ketika kami menaiki bot jam 7 semuanya tampak sempurna masih belum gelap dan bot terus membelah sungai dengan sinaran lampu berwarna warni mengiringi perjalanan.. Pemandu yang cukup peramah buat kami lebih selesa..
Noorain Aini
The trip itself was very enjoyable. Value for money. Clear narration of historicsl facts. However, getting there was not. We went to the Shore jetty to embark but found that it was closed and were then directed to Pengkalan Rama. With kids and the heat, that was troublesome.
RIZAL AHMAD
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Sh norhayati bt syed Yahya
We enjoy with the cruise
Joanne Diong
It is very good experience with river cruise. It totally Bring out the speciality of Melaka. With the explanation n description of the places introduce well to the passengers to let them have a clearer picture of the real places subjected to.Try to have a ride, experience yourself.
Muhd Khairol Anuar Bin Ahmad
Save time
Mazarrudin Bin Manan
Great experience
Faruq bin md jalal fahmey
Terbaik
NORHIDAYAH BINTI ABDUL AZIZ
Great!