Port River Dolphin Cruise - 90 Minutes
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Embark on a captivating 90-minute tour of Port Adelaide, exploring its rich maritime history and iconic landmarks. This cruise offers a unique glimpse into the port's past as you navigate past famous ships and landmarks. Venture into the Ship Graveyard, where you'll see colossal wrecks partially submerged in the Port River's hidden backwaters. Continue your journey with a search for local dolphins in the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, home to one of the few wild dolphin populations within a city. While dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, the experience is a highlight. Conclude your tour with a visit to the bird sanctuary, where you might spot migratory shorebirds, including endangered species like the Curlew sandpiper, as well as familiar Aussie birds.
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What you need to know
- Informative Commentary
- Toilet Facilities
- Comfortable seating
- No Food
- Depart at 9am and 2pm
- The duration of this experience is 90 minutes
- Guests must arrive 15 minutes before departure
- This experience departs from Port Adelaide on 1 McLaren Parade, Port Adelaide, which is located directly in front of the small lighthouse at Port Adelaide
- This experience departs from Port Adelaide on 1 McLaren Wharf, Port Adelaide. Simply look for our Big Blue Ticket Booth next to the red and white lighthouse
- Dress to the conditions on the day
- Camera
- Hat
- 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.
- A full refund is provided to guests if the tour is cancelled due to poor weather conditions and an alternative time is not established to undertake the tour
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience. Full cancellation fees apply within 48 hours of the experience date/time
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Guests can reschedule tour if required, however need to ensure that more than 48 hours’ notice is provided to the supplier
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking
- Upon completion of the purchase, please print the voucher and present it on the day of the experience
- Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly
- Electronic copy of menu available
- Guide, hearing and assistance dog friendly
- Guide, hearing and assistance dog friendly
- Companion card accepted
- Discounted rates for companion card holders available
Recent reviews
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Our Port Cruise was very enjoyable!! Definitely recommend!
We loved our Port River dolphin & shipwreck boat cruise! Our guide was informative and friendly. We saw dolphin jumping in front of a boat and the shipwrecks were amazing. I loved the information we learnt about the area and the tv that provided extra info about the shipwrecks! Would recommend to family & friends!
