Punting on the Lake

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Enjoy a serene cruise with Punting on the Lake around the islands of the picturesque Ornamental Lake in Melbourne’s stunning Royal Botanic Gardens. Settle back in an elegant wooden punting boat to enjoy a unique view of one of the world’s finest gardens as your professional punter tells you about its history, environment, wildlife and plants.

Punts depart regularly from the Punting on the Lake landing in front of the Terrace Cafe, inside Bridge Gate of the Royal Botanic Gardens (corner Alexandra Avenue and Anderson Street). Tours take 30 minutes and are suitable for all ages. Reservations are recommended and can be made through the website.

Gift vouchers for all their tours make a wonderful present and can be purchased through the website.

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Ripple Tours Pty Ltd T/As Punting on the Lake

Melbourne,

  • Quality Tourism Accreditation
  • Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
  • Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
  • Victoria Tourism Industry Council
  • Food & Wine
  • Nature & Wildlife
12/09/2025

Melbourne

Ripple Tours Pty Ltd T/As Punting on the Lake
Corner Alexandra Avenue and Anderson Street
Melbourne, Victoria

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Ship Status

Geelong to Devonport ( GEX to DPO )

Schedule Sailing

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Est. Departure Time

Est. Arrival Time

August 7th
10:00 pm

07:30 pm – 09:15 pm

10:00 pm
08 Aug, 08:30 am
August 8th
06:45 pm

04:15 pm – 06:00 pm

06:45 pm
09 Aug, 06:00 am

Devonport to Geelong ( DPO to GEX )

Schedule Sailing

Check-in times

Est. Departure Time

Est. Arrival Time

August 7th
08:30 am

06:00 am – 07:45 am

08:30 am
07 Aug, 07:00 pm
August 9th
06:45 pm

04:15 pm – 06:00 pm

06:45 pm
10 Aug, 06:00 am