90-minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise
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Embark on Adelaide’s Ultimate River Adventure
Discover the hidden wonders of Port Adelaide on a captivating cruise that brings history and nature to life. This is a must-do activity when visiting Adelaide, offering a perfect blend of wildlife encounters and maritime mystery. 🐬
What You Will Experience
- The Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary: Cruise through the sanctuary’s tranquil waters in search of our famous local dolphins. This is one of the only wild dolphin populations living within a city, and during warmer months, you might even spot newborn calves!
- The Ships Graveyard: For the first time, you can enter Port Adelaide’s completely unique Ships Graveyard on a guided cruise. Be amazed as you glide past giant, half-submerged wrecks in the hidden backwaters and uncover their secrets. 🚢
- International Bird Sanctuary: Spot migratory shorebirds, including threatened species like the Curlew sandpiper, alongside Australian favourites like the Australian Pelican and Pied Cormorant. 🐦
- A Rich Maritime Journey: Sit back and relax as your expert Skipper shares fascinating stories of local history, famous ships, and iconic landmarks, complemented by an informative onboard display.
Special Offer
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.
Thank you for booking with Port River Cruises.
Please check in at the booth at least 15 minutes prior to your departure time. We are located on 1 McLaren Wharf in Port Adelaide.
How to Find Us
Look for the big red and white lighthouse. When approaching the lighthouse, you will see the Ticket Booth (a large square blue box with Port River Cruises on the back). Check in here and the skipper will guide you to the boat.
Parking and Transport
There are several ways to get to us from Adelaide! Please see the attached Parking and Transport information 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 Information
- 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 vessel. 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.
- 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.
