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Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise
Enjoy cruising the Port River learning about the rich maritime history. This tour has something for everything and is a must do experience in Adelaide.
What to expect
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.
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.
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.
What's included
- Comfortable 16 or 32-seater vessels with toilet facilities and undercover protection
- Experienced tour guide
- Photo opportunities will be offered at various locations
- Mobility ramp available. Wheelchair ramp available for 16-seater (must call to book)
Visit date
Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.
Time
- Sunday to Monday (excluding Christmas Day) 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time
Duration
- The duration of this tour is 90 minutes.
Location
- This tour is located at 1 McLaren Wharf, Port Adelaide SA 5015.
- 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.
