Melaka River Cruise

Ride a boat and sail through the most iconic landmarks such as Bastion Middleburg and Stadthuys and marvel through numerous historical buildings such as Tan Kim Seng Bridge, showcasing an enchanting blend of Dutch, Portuguese, and Malay architecture that you hardly get to see anywhere else. 

The Melaka River is a 45-minute boat tour that takes you on a journey down the Melaka River, offering a unique perspective of the historical city of Melaka. Two departure points serve for the Melaka River Cruise. One is from Melaka River Cruise Jet Taman Rempah passes by authentic murals, century-old bridges & floodlit monuments. The other one is the Melaka River Cruise Jeti Quayside which would sail through the scenic Melaka River through the city and numerous historical buildings, shops & houses of worship. 

Sailing with the Melaka River Cruise is one of the must-try things to do if you happen to visit Melacca. It is a place where you get to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature with friends and family where you can take your precious time together and make an unforgettable memory together. Besides, the stunning backgrounds of multiple iconic landmarks as well as historical buildings are another plus for those of you who are looking for perfect photo spots. 

Melaka River Cruise Price Ticket 2024

One of the most important things you need to know before visiting a place is to set a budget. To do that, knowing the ticket price of the place is one of the must-know information to calculate your budget. Here are the details of the Melaka River Cruise’s Tickets Price :

• 45-Minute Cruise (Malaysian Citizens) starts from RM 23.91
• 45-Minute Cruise (International Tourists) starts from RM 28.69

Please remember that the ticket price might differ at times without prior notification. For more updated information, check on Traveloka.

Melaka River Cruise Opening Hours

Another essential piece of information you need to know before visiting Melaka River Cruise is the opening hours of the place. By knowing the opening hour, it will give you a chance to get the fullest experience during your trip to the place. 

Melaka River Cruise opens from 9.00 AM to 11.00 PM. But please keep in mind that there is a probability that the opening hour might change because of some kind of event. Check on Traveloka for the newest update. 

Things to Do in Melaka River Cruise

Sightseeing

Sailing through the Melaka River with the Melaka River Cruise is one way to enjoy the scenic views of Melacca city which is known for being rich in cultural heritage that can be seen along the 45-minute rides. 

There are two different departure points serve on the Melaka River Cruise each giving out different kinds of experience as well as different scenes of the city that you can enjoy during the sailing period. 

1. Melaka River Cruise Jet Taman Rempah

One of the two departure jetties that serves the Melaka River Cruise that is located at Jalan Persissiran Bunga Raya, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia. 

This particular route would take you on one cultural journey where visitors get to see numerous vivid murals that tell about Malacca’s history and culture. Not only that, visitors would be able to see the century-old bridges with their own eyes such as the Tan Kim Seng Bridge and Sradthuys Bridge. 

Not forgetting about Stadhuys building, Christ Chruch, and floodlit monuments such as A Farmosa Fort and St. Paul’s Church, visitors are also able to take a glance at various historical buildings that are rich in history along the way. 

2. Melaka River Cruise Jeti Quayside

The second option of departure jetties that serve for Melaka River Cruise is located at a strategic location, right next to The Shore Melaka which is a complex that houses numerous hotels, residences, and numerous tourist attractions. 

The same goes for Tamah Rempah Jetty, Melaka River Cruise Jeti Quayside offers 45-minute scenic boat tours along the Melaka River that allow visitors to behold the city’s rich historical and cultural gems in a unique perspective. 

Prepare yourself to get immersed into some of the most iconic buildings in Melaka including the popular century-old bridges such as Tan Kim Seng Bridge and the stunning historical buildings like Stadhuys and Christ Church compete with its eye-catching red color which is the oldest functioning Protestant church in Malaysia.

Relaxation

Enjoy your time away from the bustling city and embark on a scenic journey where you get to enjoy the gentle breeze that softly touches your skin and scenic views that are perfect after a long day of exploring the exceptional city of Melaka. Melaka River Cruise offers a perfect opportunity for those of you who are looking for a more calming atmosphere and to have nice and private moments with your friends and family or even with your loved ones. 

Photography

The leisurely cruise provides numerous opportunities to capture stunning photos of the riverside historical buildings, shops, and mural arts as your unique backdrops that can be seen along the way. 

Some of the iconic buildings such as A Famosa Fort and St. Paul’s Church are illuminated during the nighttime, which is an especially breathtaking scene to capture. So, don't forget to bring your camera and take as many photos as you want to capture your memorable moments together with your friends, family, and your loved ones. 

Tips to Melaka River Cruise

Melaka River Cruise departs from two jetties which are Taman Rempah Jetty and Muara Sungai Melaka Jett. If you would like to explore the historical city center after the cruise then it would be recommended that you choose to embark from Taman Rempah jetty located near the Stadhuys. 

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the cruise departure time. If you want to avoid crowds, it is recommended to visit during weekdays besides public holidays.

It is also recommended to buy the tickets in advance so you can make sure that you will get a spot and be able to choose your seating, from indoor to outdoor and the best spot is the outer deck of the boat. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the moment as you sail through the scenic Malaka River with your friends and family. 

Location and how to get to Melaka River Cruise

Melaka River Cruise is located at Jalan Persisisran Bunga Raya, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia.

There are several places that you can choose to board the cruise from, which are either Taman Rempah Jetty or Muara Sungai Jetty. To get to those boarding spots, visitors could either use private vehicles or use public transportation. Here are some options for you if you plan to use public transportation : 

1. By Bus

The bus is one of the most affordable and easy-to-use transportation to get around in the area including to Melaka River Cruise. Even though there is no direct bus that will take you directly to the boarding spot mentioned above, you can still reach the spots by combining them by using other public transportation including the traditional Trishaw, or taxi. 

Melaka’s public bus system connects most parts of the city, in this case, you should look for a bus that will take you to Melaka Sentral which is the main bus terminal in Melaka city with numerous different bus companies that operate throughout the city. From there you can either look for a bus that will transport you to the nearest bus station to the boarding spot mentioned above or take a trishaw or taxi to get you straight away to the desired location. 

2. By Taxi

The most convenient especially if you traveling in a group. It might be a little bit pricey if you compare it to the other options, but by taking a taxi, it might save your time and save your energy where you only need to sit tight and wait for the driver to transfer you to the desired designation. 

That’s all the exciting information about the Melaka River Cruise. What are you waiting for? Hurry and Book now via Traveloka and get the latest promotion!