Father’s Day 2022 is fast approaching, leaving people scrambling for the perfect gift for dad. Luckily for Melburnians, the city is rich with attractions, activities, and a bustling food scene, so there’s no need to look far for the perfect Father’s Day gift.
To help you plan the perfect day with dad, we’ve come up with a list of Father’s Day gift ideas, from exciting races and brewery tours to laidback nature excursions. The best gift you can give is time well spent with dad, after all.
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- V8 Racecar Hot Laps Experience at Sandown Raceway Melbourne
- Redwood Forest Mountain Bike Adventure
- Melbourne Sports Lovers Tours
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- Join the tour made for craft beer lovers in Melbourne City
- Mornington Peninsula Private Brewery Tour
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- Melbourne Hot Air Balloon Flight
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- Sea Kayaking Tour in the Dolphin Sanctuary
- Whale Watching Sightseeing Cruise in Wilsons Promontory
- Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise in Phillip Island
- White Water Kayaking in Yarra Valley
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These exciting activities in Melbourne will definitely thrill dad during Father’s Day 2022!
1. V8 Racecar Hot Laps Experience at Sandown Raceway Melbourne
Race against dad this Father’s Day!
What dad doesn’t love cars and fast racing? Take your dad to the legendary Sandown Raceway, a 45-minute drive from Melbourne CBD, and become V8 Supercar racers for a day. You can choose between three experiences: the Qualifier, which lets you ride shotgun as a pro driver speeds down the track for two heart-pumping laps; the Slipstream, which lets you get behind the wheel for four laps as you’re guided by an expert coach; and the Apex, which lets you experience both.
Does dad think he's Daniel Ricciardo? This one's perfect for him then!
🏁 Race dad to the finish line this Father's Day 🏁
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This is an adrenaline-pumping celebration you’ll never forget! And to make Father’s Day 2021 at Sandown even more special, Klook has a special offer where you can get up to 30% off on your V8 Supercar Race Driving Experience voucher! You’ll also get a FREE in-car video worth $60 to commemorate the experience.
2. Redwood Forest Mountain Bike Adventure
Mountain Biking at Redwood Forest is a great way to appreciate nature and bond with dad
Strap your mountain bikes to your car, head on out to Redwood Forest, a 75-minute drive from Melbourne CBD, and go on a three-hour Redwood Forest Mountain Bike Adventure. Reconnect with nature, bond with dad, and work out the ol’ gams.
Pedal through a track laden with Californian Redwoods, pristine creeks, giant fern gullies, and other marvels of nature. The track is predominantly flat, making it great for bikers of all experience levels. With a Klook ticket, you can get free access to Yarra Ranges National Park with all the necessary gears and a round-trip transfer to and from the meet-up location. If you don’t own a bike, you'll be provided with one as well as a helmet and gloves.
3. Melbourne Sports Lovers Tours
Take a tour of Melbourne’s iconic sporting venues with your sports-loving dad! Image credits: @wilsonluizpersonal on Instagram
Bonding with dad over sports is always a great idea. With the Melbourne Sports Lovers Tours, you and dad can go to all the iconic stadiums and arenas like Rod Laver Arena. Let an expert tour guide lead the way and share tidbits about the city’s sports scene.
You can choose between four packages: The City Sports Tour, which takes you to the best courts and grounds, the City Sports + MCG, which includes the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground, The City Sports tour that includes a visit to the Australian Sports Museum Tours, and a fourth package which takes you to all venues.
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Melbourne is known for its bustling food and beverage scene, from restaurants, cafés, pubs, and breweries. Spend a boozy day out with dad this Father’s Day 2021 with these tours.
4. Melbourne Craft Beer Lovers Tour
Go craft beer hopping in the best joints in Melbourne!
Melburnians love craft beer, and for a good reason—the city has some of the best! What better Father’s Day present than to give dad a tour of the best craft beer joints? The Melbourne Craft Beer Lovers Tour will take you to three of the best breweries and pubs in town, where you can sample their fine creations with snacks on the side.
All the while, a guide will tell you amazing stories about the Melbourne bevvies and the city craft beer scene. For the night’s finale, you’ll visit bowling clubs and record bars for an ever greater time with dad.
5. Mornington Peninsula Private Brewery Tour
Visit Mornington’s best breweries for the perfect beer. Image credits: @mpbrewery on Instagram
Another great way to have a boozy Father’s Day 2022 is by joining the Mornington Peninsula Private Brewery Tour, which will take you to the best craft breweries in the area: Mornington Peninsula Brewery, St Andrews Beach, Jetty Rd, and Dainton. All the while, you can indulge in their flavorful creations while a guide takes you through the process of crafting beer.
You’ll also enjoy a delicious lunch that pairs well with your beer and a much-needed chat with dad. And feel free to indulge in beers without worrying about a designated driver. This package includes round-trip transfers to and from your hotel/meet-up point!
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If you want to take your Father’s day present to sky-high levels, you should definitely try this activity in Melbourne.
6. Melbourne Hot Air Balloon Flight
See Melbourne from a new point of view with this relaxing hot air balloon ride. Image credits: @hotairballoons_melbourne on Instagram
Watch the sunrise from the best vantage point in the city—on a hot air balloon flying 2,000ft in the air! Despite the height, this is an entirely laid-back and relaxing experience to share with your dad on his special day.
Enjoy unbridled views of the city skyline and other iconic Melbourne landmarks such as the Australian Open Tennis Centre and Yarra River. The ride will also take you over nearby hinterlands for fresh air and stunning nature views. If you want to end the ride with a bang, you can book the package that includes post-flight breakfast.
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Fancy getting on the water with dad? Here are Father’s Day gift ideas involving water activities:
7. Sea Kayaking Tour in the Dolphin Sanctuary
Savour the sights of nature with dad on a Sea Kayaking Tour in the Dolphin Sanctuary. Image credits: @dolphinsanctuarykayaktours on Instagram
Take a relaxing day away from the screens with dad and go sea kayaking in the pristine waters of the Southern Mornington Peninsula. Let experienced kayak guides lead the way and take you to the Ticonderoga Bay Dolphin Sanctuary Zone, where numerous dolphins reside and are cared for. Who knows, you might even see one up close!
This is an excellent laid-back activity to spend with dad, especially if he’s a nature and wildlife lover. Aside from the sanctuary’s wildlife, the peninsula’s coastline also offers stunning views. Don’t if you don't have your own gear, you’ll be provided with all the necessary equipment when you book on Klook!
8. Whale Watching Sightseeing Cruise in Wilsons Promontory
Spot Humpback and Southern Right Whales during this whale-watching cruise
Another great way to spend Father’s Day with your wildlife-loving dad is by going on a Whale Watching Sightseeing Cruise in Wilsons Promontory. Relax on the vessel’s deck and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding beaches and coastal formations, such as Refuge Cove, Rabbit Island, and Sealers Cove. Aside from the views, you can also enjoy the licensed bar onboard, as well as the morning tea, homemade lunch, and afternoon snacks!
You’ll also be taken to the best spots to see the diverse wildlife in the area, including seabirds and Shy Albatrosses, Australian Fur Seals, and dolphins splashing about in the waters. The stars of the show: the Southern Right and Humpback Whales making their southerly migrations.
9. Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise in Phillip Island
Watch these majestic sea creatures from the comfort of your vessel
Phillip Island is a well-loved day trip destination two hours away from Melbourne with majestic coastlines and an array of marine animals swimming about. Relax with dad onboard and marvel at the sheer granite cliffs of Cape Woolamai while the captain shares fun tidbits about the area.
You’ll also see Humpback and Southern Right whales, as well as pods of dolphins and seabirds. Make sure to keep an eye out for when they breach, so get your cameras ready! While waiting for the magnificent wildlife to make an appearance, you can enjoy afternoon tea or coffee paired with cake or biscuits or enjoy cocktails over at the licensed bar.
10. White Water Kayaking in Yarra Valley
Take dad on a thrilling ride on the rivers of Yarra Valley
Our final Father’s Day gift recommendation is an adrenaline-inducing adventure over Yarra Valley, 40 minutes away from Melbourne CBD. If you want to switch it up after the relaxing cruises, white water kayaking on 5km of grade 2 rocky rapids will definitely make you feel the rush!
No worries if you and dad are complete beginners! Expert guides will show you how to ferry glide and paddle to make your experience as smooth as possible. Besides the thrill of riding rapids, you’ll also be able to appreciate the beauty of Yarra and its diverse wildlife. Be on the lookout for native birds flying about and koalas and kangas roaming about.
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