10 BEST TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN MELBOURNE

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Most known for its cultural heritage, Melbourne, Australia is home of the National Gallery of Victoria, which is the oldest, as well as the largest art gallery in the country. You’ll find endless spreads of vibrant street art strewn across the laneways and arcades. Another attraction is the Federation Square which is a centrally-located plaza and a famous landmark of the city.

You’ll find a wide variety of team-building activities in Melbourne such as your own Amazing Race, Cave and Walking Tours, or if you’d like to enjoy the water you can take a Kayak or electric boat out to enjoy the city from a different view. Read on to find out about these specific team-building activities.

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Take your team on a kayaking experience in Melbourne

  • If you want a spectacular way for you and your team to experience the sights of Melbourne from a unique water level perspective, try kayaking.
  • Take your team on an exceptional custom kayak experience with a guided tour.
  • Discover the majestic beauty of Melbourne lit up at night with an evening kayaking tour.
  • Get your team’s adrenaline pumping with a whitewater kayaking adventure.
  • Have a more relaxed kayaking experience by getting a tour of Melbourne with the best views of the city, all from the water.
  • Whether you’re looking for an adventurous kayaking experience or a relaxing float on the water, Melbourne has the best kayaking tours.
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Enjoy the beauty of Melbourne from an electric boat

  • See unique views of Melbourne with a river cruise on the Yarra River. 
  • You and your team can Captain your very own Melbourne river cruise with no experience or boat license required.
  • You can have up to eight people per boat and bring your own food and drinks for a picnic from the water. 
  • Book your boat for anywhere from one to three hours, whatever works best for you and your team.
  • All the boats are electric, easy to maneuver, and not too fast making it a relaxing trip.
  • You and your team can have a stress free picnic on the water and take that time to either work on your team-building abilities, discuss work, or just take that time to relax and build lasting relationships with your team.
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Explore the Melbourne caves with a cave tour

  • Explore the depths of the earth and wade through subterranean rivers while exploring the amazing caverns Melbourne has to offer.
  • Have an unforgettable caving experience while marveling at the impressive rock formations. From lofty hilltop caves to underground playgrounds, you and your team will enjoy this impressive experience.
  • Take your team on a guided cave tour to places such as Forrest Caves, Pirates Bay Cave, Angel Cave, and Treetop Salt Cave to bring out your team’s adventurous side.
  • Be prepared with the proper caving gear such as: a helmet, gloves, headlamp, boots, and ascenders because safety is always important.
  • You and your team will be crawling on your hands and knees, scrambling over rocks, sliding, navigating through some tight spaces, exploring hidden caverns, and most likely getting wet and muddy making this the ultimate team-building experience.
  • Whether they were created by water or by a volcano, these caves all unique and are worth the trip for you and your team to explore together
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Try a walking tour in Melbourne

  • Experience the culture and discover the history of Melbourne, from its Indigenous beginnings to the city it is today. 
  • Uncover the stories behind Melbourne’s historic landmark buildings, scenic gardens, the people, and events.
  • Get a private tour for you and your team to hear all about the history Melbourne is most famous for.
  • Discover stories and information you won’t hear anywhere else.
  • Stop to admire the beautiful Melbourne attractions without worrying about parking.
  • You and your team can see parts of the city that you might otherwise have missed, all while spending quality time talking and getting to know each other better.
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Discover the sweet secrets of Melbourne with a chocolate tour

  • A Chocolate Tour is a must do for all chocolate lovers and people wanting to get under Melbourne’s surface.
  • Set-up a tour for your team and discover all the chocolate venues and be able to enjoy tasty samples along the way.
  • Be sure to wear your comfy shoes as most of the tours cover approximately a mile and a half and all of the tours require standing for the majority of the time.
  • Finish this tour with incredible knowledge and appreciation for chocolate and the people who make it possible. 
  • Learn about the history of chocolate and learn how all those flavors are made.
  • This team-building experience is a great opportunity to stretch your legs while enjoying some delicious treats with your team.
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Enjoy Melbourne’s very own Amazing Race 

  • Recreate your very own Amazing Race in this amazing team-building event that’s based on the popular TV Show.
  • Solve puzzles, complete tasks, and find clues with your team to receive the information you need to get you to your next checkpoint. 
  • These Amazing Races are designed to be completed on foot as teams make their way to iconic Melbourne landmarks and locations.
  • Encounter detours and obstacles along the way where you and your team will have to make decisions, solve clues, and navigate your way around Melbourne.
  • Work together as a team to complete these activities in order to have the best chance at winning.
  • This team-building activity is focused on communication, decision making, problem solving, and leadership and has a wide range of events ranging anywhere from mental through to fun and physical challenges.
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Learn to cook while working on your team-building skills

  • Whether you’re looking for a team-building activity, a fine dining experience, or simply just a fun experience for your team, consider a culinary school for you and your team.
  • Your team can experience the art of cooking in an ultra modern kitchen that emphasizes fun, conversation, skill development, and healthy living.
  • Each class should include all of the ingredients required to make meals, along with a drink to go with the meal you’ve prepared. 
  • If you have a large team, you can find a kitchen that can comfortably fit ten to thirty people.
  • In these classes, they will not only teach you and your team how to cook the food, but also where it comes from, how to choose the best quality ingredients, and how to use them in an optimal way.
  • Learning to prepare a meal with your team encourages teamwork, preparation, and collaboration making it a good team-building activity.
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Have a paint and sip experience in Melbourne

  • Create your very own masterpiece with a step-by-step guide and talented artists to help in your creation using art materials, glassware, aprons, and good vibes.
  • Work on your own canvas during a private painting session.
  • Collaborate with artists to come up with a unique and custom painting for you and your team.
  • Have your team work with you on the concept and design before having our artist create a custom artwork that’ll be ready for your event.
  • Enjoy lots of good music and laughs while being guided on how to paint.
  • This team building activity is a perfect mindset therapy to make you calm and happy.
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Have an axe throwing experience in Melbourne

  • Axe throwing is a unique, fun-filled, team-building activity that provides an opportunity to de-stress and blow off some steam in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. 
  • Enjoy an ice-cold craft beer, wine, cider, or even a specialty cocktail with your team after your session. 
  • Get acquainted with the different types of axes and learn the best way to grip your axe.
  • Good honest competition with the prospect of tossing back a few beers while tossing an incredibly sharp tool at a target.
  • Take advantage of the coached lessons you and your team can have so you’ll hit the target in no time.
  • Axe throwing can be an incredible team-building experience, but can also be a lot of fun.
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Keep in shape with yoga and pilates

  • Get your heart pumping and take a much needed break with your team after a long day of work with a yoga or Pilates class.
  • You can find places that will travel to your workplace to run yoga, Pilates, meditation, and fitness classes as well as provide exercise physiology services. 
  • Sessions can even be arranged at a time that suits your workplace. 
  • Whether you’re looking for a way to improve your balance or become more flexible, Pilates is a great workout.
  • You and your team can even try hot yoga or Pilates to fuel your mind and body with the ultimate sweat sesh.
  • Realign your body from head to toe and relieve the ultimate stress with Aerial yoga.

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