One of the iconic Victor Harbor attractions. Must visit! Can see whale during the winter season. At other times definitely will see dolphins and seals ! It's safe and fun.

Magnificent Tour for All Absolutely excellent tour. Came for the whales, however, unexpectedly delighted more by the views and ride itself. Even though we didn't get to see any whales, we were instead greeted with wonderfully lazy seals and adorable penguins

Seal island Such fun, great talk along the way and spectacular scenery and seals and dolphins. Thank you for supplying an amazing service

Great crew and amazing tour experience for the whole family. The crew were lovely, knowledgeable, and helpful. We saw so many seals and dolphins and oh so many birdlife. A brilliant tour. We had a blast on the Southern Ocean Rollercoaster. Thank you to the team. Highly recommend this tour.

Excellent Tour Thoroughly enjoyed this tour!! Alex & Kyle were great guides - very knowledgeable :) highly recommend sitting up the front for a fun ride!! Many thanks.

A perfect Sunday boat tour What an amazing experience. The guys running the show were funny, informative and ensured we all had a great time. The views were gorgeous and the local marine life were adorable. We got to see local birds, seals and dolphins on this awesome southern ocean roller coaster ride. Definitely recommend doing a tour with Big Duck.

Great experience Cold and wet but still saw whales breaching, seals and sea lions.. guides were great and very helpful. The boat was comfortable and wet weather gear supplied.
A must to do from Victor Harbour in SA.

Amazing boat trip on the Seal Island tour today! The seals on the rock were cool but the highlight of the tour was on the way back when a whole pod of dolphins surrounded our boat! There was even a baby dolphin calf, so cute! Thank you to our guides for ensuring we didn't miss the show!

We went on the Seal Tour and really enjoyed it. The Skipper was knowledgeable about the local area and had a good manner with people. What I liked most though, was something I call generosity of spirit. It showed when he waited for latecomers who were obviously trying to get to the boat, in spending time trying to locate a whale to enhance passenger's experience, noting on several occasions that "we are running late" and asking passengers if this was OK. Overall great experience and will take the longer tour next time.

I booked a Southern Ocean Adventure (Victor Harbor) ticket as a (fairly) last-minute activity and I found it an incredibly rewarding 90 minute experience.

The 2 crew members were really nice and informative. We did in fact get to see seals/sea-lions, 2 different dolphins pods and just had a great time in general, as the weather was fantastic.

The tour length was good, we got to pause/slow down in a few areas to get a good look at the wildlife from a respectful distance. The crew seemed to really understand the routines of the wildlife, so we really got the best chance for sightings 😊.

The rest of the review will be a bit of a guide as to how I got there without a car from Adelaide Station, as that was something that was a bit obscure when I looked it up, and since this was such a great day out for me, I hope it helps get some other people out that way too 😊.

I caught a train on the Seaford line all the way to Seaford (approx $AUD4.40 one way), where the Seaford Interchange is immediately next to the platform, so there was no stressful running about. From the Seaford Interchange, LinkSA has limited regional coaches going out that way (I caught route 1253 to Victor Harbor and 1252 coming back to Seaford) which were about $AUD24 for a full adult fare one way (Seaford to Victor Harbor). Do check the LinkSA timetables before you go, but the times to transfer from the train to LinkSA coaches worked pretty well.

Included the transportation bit since Google Maps decided a $200 one-way rideshare was the only way to get there- it isn't, and I can't say I'd be brave enough to try that- I have no clue how many rideshares go that far nor whether you can easily source one outside the city.

First class excursion experience! Jesse is a very knowledgeable and friendly guy, eager to share his profound knowledge about the abundant wildlife we‘ve seen on this 90-minute-tour. Highly recommended!

Picked a warm day for the Wirrina Scenic Cruise however there was a nice cool breeze as we cruised along. It was amazing getting to see coastline you can only see from a boat and the information provided by the crew was really interesting. The water was very calm which added to the stunning water colour and we were lucky enough to see some seals and sea lions. Highly recommend everyone sees this stunning coastline at least once in their life

Had an awesome time! Saw loads of wildlife including sleepy sealions, active seals and playful dolphins. We sat right at the front which was a pretty exhilarating ride. A calmer situation towards the back of the boat and great viewing opportunities all around. Great to see the coastline from a different perspective 👏🏻

Duck Tour was truly a amazing experience, the scenery was breathtaking, the skipper was very knowledgeable about the area and made our tour something to remember. Definitely recommend the Wirrina Cove tour, a must on your things to do especially if your from interstate or a international tourists.
10 out of 10

Excellent!! Worth the $$. If you're tossing up whether to do the Seal Island trip or the Southern Ocean Adventure I would highly recommend spending the extra $25 for the Southern Ocean!! The Waitpinga cliffs were a strong highlight. What a stunning part of SA! Also would recommend taking them up on the offer of a raincoat at the start! It got a little wet at times. Our 5 year old and 8 year old absolutely loved it too- sit at the back with kids if they’re not used to boats and rough water. Thanks for the excellent experience guys!

Best boat trip :) The boat is excellent!!! The staff are very polite and professional. Did not disappoint. Dolphins and seals are so beautiful!!!

Undertakes with all precaution and safety. Nice and cooperative staff.uidelines. Very exciting journey of tour. Enjoyed fully. Visited all places as mentioned in the tour iternary. Very informative commentary

Delight in an amazing Ocean Experience What a fun ride! We saw sea lions and dolphins and good views of the outer rocky islands.. nice boat and friendly hosts. The ocean was quite smooth as was the boat ride and the views were spectacular. I recommend this 45 minute venture

Lots of animal sightings and fun boat ride. Well organised and professional. Blowing a gale, big seas but the jackets kept me dry and i always felt safe. The commentary was informative and just the right amount.

We did the winter whale watching tour. It was my dream to see the Waitpinga cliffs from the water. They are stunning. We had international visitors staying with us and they wanted to see dolphins, they'd never seen them! The dolphins put on the best show! Friendly and curious, we all got to enjoy spending time appreciating them. The skipper gave us plenty of time to take it all in. We didn't get to see any whales, our guests were not bothered by this, because everything else was fabulous. They were thrilled to see seals and dolphins. The boat is comfortable, clean and not too big. Everyone gets a good view. Long wind/spray jackets are provided. Good commentary, very interesting. The company was easy to communicate via phone. Spectacular views. I'm glad I'm an SA local because I want to go back and see more.

Day out with the family Awesome crew and got to see whales, dolphins and seals! Grate people will recommend to go and have a look just maybe take a beanie

We had a wonderful time with the friendly, and informative staff of the Big Duck Boat Tours. We saw dolphins, seals and even managed to catch a few glimpses of some whales, all while taking in some beautiful scenery along the way.

The Big Duck Boat Tours - Poor processes when accidents happen - be careful It was okay, cover-alls were excellent but don't expect to be excited when you see a whale as they have to stay 300m away from the whale so you don't see much. I had a fall as disembarking and the assistance was terrible, I was bleeding through jeans from one leg and severely swollen (immediately) on the other and ultimately I required stitches and x-rays and I am very badly bruised on both legs, there has been no follow up from the tour people at all. I guess too concerned about their waiver. They didn't even walk me up the causeway (150m) to my car, just said I should go to the hospital. The fall wasn't my error it was the boat dropping as I stepped off, no hand rails between boat and dock and no platform between boat and dock just a woman holding out her hand to assist, which did nothing as I started to fall. I am not elderly and I am quite fit so if you are elderly or not that fit I would not recommend going when the weather is even a little rough. Boat was comfortable,just disappointed with their lack of care other than some gauze to help with bleeding.

This was a great tour. The captain was very informative and knowledgeable about the local history. Calm and efficient. Made you feel relaxed. Had a few chuckles with him.
The wet weather protective gear that they supplied us all with kept us extremely dry in wet and windy conditions.
The gentleman and his crew were very accommodating to those who were not as mobile as others. It was a great tour. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Thankyou for a great time.

Definitely recommend Loved every second! Luke & Yas were super knowledgeable, the boat ride itself was fun & we were lucky enough to see seals, sea lions & dolphins!

Excitement right on our doorstep. This was my second trip with Big Duck. The first was along the coastline at Normanville. The second was around the islands off Victor Harbor. Both trips were excellent. Lots of information. The rock formation off Normanville was amazing & of course seeing it from the boat gave a totally different perspective. We saw seals & off from Victor dolphins right up close. Magic. My grandchildren loved the very exciting boat ride round the Victor islands.
Heartily recommend both trips. Totally professional. Felt very safe while enjoying the exciting ride, wonderful views & close ups with seals, birds & dolphins.????????

Great experience What a great experience we had! it was well organised and the driver/guide were a wealth of knowledge and made it very enjoyable and the sights were awsome! ????

Definitely worth doing We loved the Sea Wirrina tour! Lucky enough to have a pod of dolphins spend time with us, which was so fun and so beautiful, the kids were really excited. The guides were friendly and shared interesting info about the cliffs and jetties and inlets and sea life and we saw sea lions and seals. Brilliant! Would do again.

What an experience!!! I had my kods with me, 12, 7 and 3 year old. They all really loved it. Although everyday will be different, we had the pleasure of seeing seals, sea egles and a pod of dolphins. The host knowledge of the wildlife was amazing and taught us a lot about the wildlife we saw. Would highly recommend for families, just anyone in general.

Seals...dolphins and more dolphins!! Went while visiting family in Aldinga, my better half was nervous as not a boat lover but by the end she was absolutely loving it!
The staff were knowledgable and entertaining, the views amazing.
Find some time to do this you won't regret it

An absolutely wonderful experience! We did the 90 minute cruise and saw countless dolphins - 2 different kinds, lots of seals and some sea lions! The captain was very knowledgeable and all ages enjoyed a lot! This is not your average slow cruise. You definitely get some awesome speed but the little ones and older parents all enjoyed to the max. Couldn’t recommend more, but make sure you book in advance. Best enjoyed with a jumper on hand just incase those cool sea breezes get a little too chilly. An incredible trip worth every cent.

Highly recommended This tour is a little gem. Reasonably priced and the perfect length (1 hour). The boat was very comfortable, and we were blessed with a perfect Easter Day. The ride out (south) from the marina is the informative part of the trip, with skipper Andrew stopping at several points of interest along the way - caves, hidden beaches, old jetties, and of course seals and sea-lions. The trip back is an exhilarating high-speed ride. The view of the cliffs from the sea, coupled with the turquoise sea, is spectacular.

Absolutely fabulous experience. And so accessible.
I informed the company of some unique accessibility needs prior to our tour, to ensure the safety of my client and those around her. Despite the uniqueness of our requests they were absolutely fabulous and met every need to the best of their ability. I will 100% return and would recommend this to anyone, not only was it beautiful and fun but they allowed us to make it safe for my client to enjoy.

Had amazing time on the southern ocean adventure cruise! We were lucky and saw a lot of dolphins and seals, also the weather was great! The captain and co-captain knew a lot about wildlife and loved their commentary throughout our journey!!

Fun on the Duck We had a fabulous time on the boat, definately recommend this experience. We had a wide age range in our group - (20 - 60 years old) and there were others with younger children. A great set of guides (Kirk and Grace). Safety with pleasure was their goal and they smashed it. Love the wet suit poncho's and they did a great job.

Excellent experience. We chose the 45-minute seal Island tour at 10am. There is free parking at Victor Harbour and around 300m walk to the boat. Both the captain and guide are exceptional. We watch seals and dolphins. They provide a rain coat to wear, so no need to worry about the water spray on the tour ????. Highly recommended. It was a family trip, and everyone enjoyed it.

Rained right until the end! Awesome experience to go out on the boat with the duo from The Big Duck Boat Tours! Despite the pouring rain, we sat right at the front! Caught sight of some beautiful seal pups and a Sea Lion. Absolutely fantastic landscape! Would highly recommend if you're in Adelaide :)

Great family trip The trip was fantastic. Great views of the coastline, saw some seals and dolphins, learnt a bit about the neighbouring islands and the kids especially loved the 'jet-boat' like experience splashing on the ocean. Would highly recommend!

Good experience for kids Expensive but a great experience for the kids. The seals weren’t doing much exciting but saw a lot of dolphins up close as they swam around the boat.

We loved this trip with Big Duck Boat Tours. Our excellent guide made it very interesting with her knowledge of the area and its animals. It was exciting to see sea lions, seals and dolphins in their natural habitats. Lots of fun going through the bigger waves and attention to safety issues made us feel very secure so we could fully enjoy the experience. Thank you for the opportunity ????

Fantastic experience with dolphins and seals We loved this tour and our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable about the animals and area. Fantastic experience with large pod of dolphins including a baby one. Also spotted some sea lions and seals! Highly recommend this tour!

Seeing the stunning coastline on the Sea Wirrina cruise is just amazing. We saw seals and sea lions. Our tour guides, Jess and Jess, were informative and funny. Do yourself a favour and do this 60 minute cruise

See "Sea Wirrina" - stunning coastline My friend and I did the Sea Wirrina cruise on 30.12.23. It leaves from Wirrina Cove and you get to see the most stunning coastline. We also saw seals and sea lions. Jess and Jess , our tour guides were informative and gave us a laugh. Awesome cruise. Highly recommended

Highly recommend this cruise! We did the 45 minute cruise which went by quickly, so I would recommend booking one of the longer time slots.

A great experience for the whole family with plenty of dolphin and seals to see.

I booked this cruise to give my family an experience of seals and dolphins. We reached the causeway on time and were waiting for the boat to arrive. It was the 1 Pm cruise I booked so the reporting time was 12:45Pm. The captain of the boat and his colleague Jessica were amazing. They gave a safety briefing and do’s and don’t on the boat. They give you spray jackets to help protect from water splashing, which did not happen, but helped with people feeling cold. Victor Harbor has been chilling and the captain mentioned that the sun hasn’t come out in 6 days. The boat ride was really good my son enjoyed it the most, we spotted Seals and various cormorants. Got a view of Encounter bay and Turtle Island. Would suggest this to everyone for a short and fun boat ride. We were not lucky with dolphins. Kudos to The Big duck for making this memory with us! Thumbs up!!

We celebrated our son’s 18th on the boat and it was a wonderful experience. The team of big duck cruise was super helpful and accommodating as per our needs. Trip was fantastic and enjoyable. Everyone enjoyed and appreciated our decision. A big thumbs up ???????????????? to the entire team.

unforgettable a memorable experience , you are given opportunity to get close to the dolphins and seals are visible , with excellent commentary on them.

We travelled around 4 islands and we even saw a couple of abseilers

The best view of Victor’s coast A great trip along Victor Harbour’s coast, a view I’ve never experienced before. Great commentary and we saw seals and lots of dolphins!

Great little harbour jaunt! A big thank you to the team at Big Duck Boat Tours!

A perfect 90 minute 'taster' of Victor Harbour's wildlife.

We were initially booked in for a Monday tour. Whilst originally disappointed that this was postponed on Sunday due to predicted bad weather, we were ultimately grateful. Monday's weather was atrocious. Windy, choppy conditions would have made the tour really unpleasant. So, take heed those that complain about a cancelled tour it's done for good reason!

Happily, we were re-booked on a Wednesday tour and blessed with calm seas and sunny skies.

Within two minutes we were amongst the action, a big pod of dolphins who had no qualms swimming up to, and beside the boat. Great start.

We moved on to a few more little islands around Victor Harbour spotting seals and some different types of smaller dolphin playfully tracking the boat, darting back and forth in close proximity.

We then made our way along the base of Waitpinga Cliffs. Amazing. We'd walked atop them the day before (pack Aerogard!!), though to view them from the base and on the water gave a completely different perspective.

Thank you to the crew and their commentary. Informed, yet informal. Just what you hope for.

(Pro tip for those who choose the front two seats of the boat: Brilliant unobstructed views though as the boat comes to a stand-still to view the wildlife water will ebb in around your toes. So, pack a spare pair of socks or wear thongs!)

Overall, a wonderful way to spend 90 minutes in a little gem of a Harbour. Victor Harbour.

Affordable family fun Great value, family friendly and friendly staff. The person commenting was very knowledgeable and funny, fantastic all round experience.

A great morning! Very efficient - the boat was clean and well presented and a lot of attention given to safety (as it should be). I would definitely recommend this trip.

I have Wanted to do this for years...I took an hour long cruise on the big duck along the coast from the Warrina Marina (down past second Valley and Rapid Bay). Stunning rugged coast, lots of seals the info was great and the boat was new,
Comfortable and we sat shaded on a perfect warm day! Highly recommended!! Even my 86 yo mother loved it!

Very nice experience. Got to see dolphins and seals. Very courteous and helpful crew, Captain Kirk and his colleague Grace , very knowledgeable about the local wildlife. All in all a good experience and definitely recommended.

Great afternoon out! It was great value for money. We saw a gorgeous coastline and had a fantastic view (up close and personal!) with the bottlenose dolphins with a friendly crew.
Thanks for a wonderful afternoon out.

Beautiful Coastline Lucky with the weather - ocean only a little rough in spots but that just made it fun. History along the Wirrina coast very interesting and it is beautiful. Thank you to the cruise team - made everyone feel comfortable.

Excellent Went with the family for a small trip from Brisbane. excellent trip so much information given about the Dolphins.

Best family trip in the ocean This boat tour is amazing with family. The scenic view was spectacular and the ride was not so bumpy hence completely safe with infants below one. My 10 months old daughter enjoyed the ride!!!!

Great boat trip Our trip was fabulous. Water was spectacular, the crew were very knowledgeable. We saw lots of birds, seals, awesome scenery and they made sure we saw dolphins also.
Would 100% recommend any trip with this company

I have been on two tours now; the 45 minute and the 90 minute and they were both fantastic! We had a marine biologist onboard for the 45 minute and she was super knowledgeable, so I was very keen to bring my friend visiting from Victoria on the longer tour. We had a blast! Great boat handling by all the crew, incredible wildlife to see, super fun day out for all ages. Couldn’t recommend it more.

We did the 90 min cruise and was so much fun.
Loved the speed of the boat.
So much wonderful scenery.
Dolphins, seals and birds.