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Discover the Magic of Port Adelaide
Embark on a captivating 2-hour guided cruise along the historic Port Adelaide River. This immersive journey combines rich maritime heritage with the chance to explore the stunning Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, offering an unforgettable experience for the whole family. 🐬
Spot Local Wildlife in the Dolphin Sanctuary
The world-renowned Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary is home to around 30 resident Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins and hundreds of transient visitors. Keep your eyes peeled as these playful marine mammals swim and leap alongside the vessel, while your expert skipper shares fascinating insights into their unique behaviours.
A Journey Through Maritime History
Step back in time as you glide past iconic landmarks, historic shipwrecks, and a fully functioning port. Your knowledgeable guide will bring local history to life, complemented by an informative onboard PowerPoint display showcasing the region’s incredible nautical past. 🚢
Explore Ancient Ecosystems & Modern Wonders
From natural wonders to cutting-edge engineering, this cruise offers a diverse range of sights:
- Ancient Mangrove Forests: Cruise past 10,000-year-old mangroves, shellfish reefs, and vibrant intertidal zones. 🌿
- Submarine Dry Docks: Get a rare glimpse of Australia’s Naval Group dry dock, where state-of-the-art attack-class submarines are constructed.
- A Bustling Working Port: Witness the daily operations of a fully functioning port and the impressive ships that work within it.
Welcome to Port River Cruises
Thank you for booking with Port River Cruises.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. We are located on 1 McLaren Wharf in Port Adelaide.
How to Find Us
Look for the big red and white lighthouse! As we are located along the wharf google maps are not always accurate. When approaching the lighthouse you will see you Ticket Booth directly to the right (it is a large square blue box with Port River Cruises on the back). If you continue to the waters edge and look to your left you will see our dock. Our red and white vessel will be waiting for you or will arrive shortly.
Parking and Transport
There are several ways to get to us from Adelaide! Please see the attached Parking and Transport pdf for all options. Note – Please be careful to ensure you get off at the correct stop. Public transport is not a one-way connect to Port River Cruises.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Important Notes
- Infant rates apply to children 2 years and under.
- Child rates apply for children aged 3-12 years.
- All children from the age of 12-17 are to be charged at student prices.
- Adult rates apply for anyone over the age of 13 years.
- Seniors, Concessions and Students must provide ID proof before boarding vessel.
- We cannot guarantee you will see dolphins while within the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary. These are wild animals and are not always present.
- There is a toilet located onboard.
- If you have mobility issues, we are able to provide a mobility aid to make boarding the vessel easier.
- Wheelchair access is available on our 16-seater and 100-seater vessel. Unfortunately we are unable to cater for mechanical/electric wheelchairs.
- Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase on board the 100-seater vessel. No BYO food or alcoholic drinks allowed.
Cancellation Policy
- A FULL refund is provided to guests if the tour is cancelled due to minimum numbers not being reached, poor weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances and an alternative time is not established to undertake the tour. As we are providing tours within a river system, the water is very calm.
- NO refund is provided to guests for non-attendance at scheduled tour time.
- NO refund is provided to guests who cancel within 48 hours of scheduled tour time.
- Guests can reschedule tour if required, however need to ensure that more than 48 hours’ notice is provided to Port River Cruises.
- All bookings cancelled within 7 days of scheduled departure, will incur a 50% charge of tour cost, alternatively a credit can be held for you to use within a 18 month timeframe, unless otherwise stated on the booking form.
