From 2 November 2026, all Melaka River Cruise passengers board and disembark at Jeti Pengkalan Rama while Jeti Taman Rempah is upgraded. The work is scheduled to finish on 1 March 2027. Walk through nearby Kampung Morten in the late afternoon, then take a sunset cruise.
Three services, one river
All three services are operated by the official Melaka River Cruise. Choose based on how much time you have and what you want to do.
River Cruise is a 45-minute sightseeing loop - the only river journey in South East Asia that takes you through 600 years of Melaka’s history. You board, cruise about 9km through the heart of the UNESCO heritage site, and return to the same jetty. No stops in between. Read our full River Cruise guide for the history, murals, and the best time to go.
Hop-on Hop-off Cruise gives you unlimited access to 14 piers along the river for one or three days. Use it like a bus - hop off at Kampung Morten, walk around, hop back on, continue to The Shore for lunch. One of the 14 stops is at a riverfront cafe or restaurant where you can sit and take in the river views.
Water Taxi is pure transport - point-to-point travel along Sungai Melaka to beat traffic jams. Fares vary by distance, from RM1.50 to RM15.70 for adults.
Start with the River Cruise for an overview of the heritage zone, then get the Hop-on Hop-off day pass the next morning to explore at your own pace.
Prices
| Service | Local adult | Local child | Foreigner adult | Foreigner child |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Cruise | RM35 | RM25 | RM50 | RM45 |
| HOHO - 1 Day Pass | RM40 | RM25 | RM55 | RM45 |
| HOHO - 3 Days Pass | RM100 | RM50 | RM150 | RM120 |
Water Taxi fares are based on distance and the same for all passengers:
| Passenger | Fare per trip |
|---|---|
| Adult | RM1.50 to RM15.70 |
| Child | RM1.40 to RM14.10 |
The 14 hop-on hop-off stations
| # | Station | Nearby |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taman Rempah | Spice Garden, free parking; River Cruise boarding returns after the upgrade |
| 2 | The Pines | Residential area |
| 3 | Kampung Morten | Traditional Malay stilt village |
| 4 | The Shore | The Shore Sky Tower, The Shore Shopping Gallery |
| 5 | Hang Tuah | Hang Tuah Mall, Dataran Pahlawan |
| 6 | Tun Fatimah | Mahkota Parade, riverside promenade |
| 7 | Kampung Hulu | Masjid Kampung Hulu (one of Malaysia’s oldest mosques) |
| 8 | RC Hotel | Riverside boutique hotels |
| 9 | Kampung Jawa | Historic Javanese settlement, Masjid Kampung Jawa |
| 10 | Stadhuys | Dutch Square, Christ Church, Stadthuys Museum, Menara Taming Sari |
| 11 | Hard Rock | Hard Rock Cafe, riverside dining |
| 12 | Quayside | Quayside Hotel, riverside promenade |
| 13 | Samudera | Maritime Museum (Muzium Samudera), Royal Malaysian Navy Museum |
| 14 | Casa Del Rio | Casa Del Rio Hotel, Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, Bukit St Paul |
Where to board
From 2 November 2026, board and disembark at Jeti Pengkalan Rama for the 45-minute Melaka River Cruise. The Taman Rempah upgrade is scheduled to finish on 1 March 2027, after which boarding returns to the original jetty.
Jeti Pengkalan Rama is the temporary start and return point for the River Cruise. Walk through nearby Kampung Morten in the late afternoon, then come back for a sunset ride past traditional riverside houses, murals and old warehouses.
Taman Rempah Jetty (Spice Garden Jetty) is the usual River Cruise hub on Jalan Tun Mutahir, with a large, free car park. Use Pengkalan Rama for River Cruise boarding while the upgrade is under way.
For the separate Hop-on Hop-off, buy a pass at the Melaka River Cruise counter on Level 1 of The Shore Mall, then use the 14-jetty route to visit riverside sights such as Kampung Morten, The Shore and Stadthuys.
How to book
Tickets can be bought at the operating jetty or booked online in advance through Expedia. During the temporary move, use Jeti Pengkalan Rama for Melaka River Cruise boarding.
Pick your service
River Cruise for a single scenic loop. Hop-on Hop-off if you want a full day exploring multiple stops. Water Taxi if you just need to get somewhere along the river quickly.
Choose your time
The Melaka River Cruise runs daily from 9am to 11pm. Choose sunset for warm light over the old warehouses or an after-dark ride for the illuminated riverbanks.
Choose your jetty
From 2 November 2026, go to Jeti Pengkalan Rama for the 45-minute Melaka River Cruise. For the Hop-on Hop-off, buy your pass at The Shore Mall, Level 1, and use the 14-jetty route. Choose the Water Taxi for point-to-point travel along the river.