Activity Tour

90-minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise

Category: Charter Boat Cruises Whale & Dolphin Watching
Region: Port Adelaide Enfield
State: SA

AUD $55.00

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Duration: 

1h30m
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Enjoy cruising the Port River learning about the rich maritime history. Explore the dolphin sanctuary, the ships graveyard and Garden Island Bird Sanctuary. This tour has something for everything and is a must do experience in Adelaide.

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Port River Cruises

This is a must do activity when visiting Adelaide! See the iconic Ships Graveyard, the unique Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, the wonderful International Bird Sanctuary and so much more.

MEAL DEAL! PORT RIVER CRUISES & THE LIGHTHOUSE WHARF HOTEL HAVE TEAMED UP! SEE BELOW FOR DETAILS.

A Guided Tour
Your Skipper on the day will also be your cruise guide. Sit back, relax and enjoy the views as your guide talks you through the local history, famous ships and iconic locations you are cruising through

A Rich Maritime History
The Port Adelaide River is steeped in a rich maritime history that you will discover as you cruise along its length, seeing famous ships and locations. Your cruise guide will point out interesting landmarks and vessels, and we provide a PowerPoint display with additional information for the duration of the cruise.

The Ships Graveyard
Don’t miss out! For the first time you are able to enter Port Adelaide’s completely unique Ships Graveyard on a guided cruise. Be amazed as you cruise past giant wrecks, half-submerged in the hidden backwaters of the Port River and learn their history.

Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
Enjoy cruising through the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary searching for local dolphins, one of the only wild dolphin populations living within a city. Keep an eye out for some of the famous local residents and, during the warmer months, newborn calves! Please note – we do not guarantee a dolphin sighting as these are wild animals and come and go as they please

International Bird Sanctuary
Travel towards the bird sanctuary where there’s an opportunity to see migra­to­ry shore­birds, includ­ing threat­ened species such as Curlew sand­piper as well as well-known Aussie favourites like the Australian Pelican and Pied Cormorant.


THE LIGHTHOUSE WHARF MEAL DEAL!
Book a Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise and at the end of the cruise receive a voucher for 20% off a lunch meal at The Lighthouse Wharf Hotel! 
T&C’s apply. Voucher can only be used Monday-Friday and cannot be utilised in conjunction with any other meal deal 


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 charges 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 please contact Port River Cruises on 08 7082 9608. We are able to provide a ramp and different boarding location to make boarding the vessel easier.
  • Wheelchair access is available on our 16-seater vessel. Please call to book on 08 7082 9608. Unfortunately we are unable to cater for mechanical/electric wheelchairs
  • Food is not permitted to be eaten onboard the vessel unless given prior approval.

    • 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 via telephone confirmation

    • 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.

    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.

    If you have any questions regarding your booking please phone Port River Cruises on 08 7082 9608

    SUITS

    Interests:

    Cultural Family Sightseeing

    Skill Level:

    Beginner

    Age:

    Adult Child Infant Senior Teenager

    Suitability:

    Any Weather Day Time Family Gift Voucher Groups Night Time Schools

    Accessibility:

    Asthmatic Hearing Impaired

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