Australia · BOAT TOURS IN ADELAIDE
The good boat tours in Adelaide run small groups and fill up weeks ahead. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Cruise Adelaide’s River Torrens aboard the heritage Popeye boat, with local stories, city views, a zoo stop, and strong value at $19.
“The cruise was cosy and relaxing. The guide/driver was full of info on the surrounds. Great experiences.”
Review of Adelaide’s Torrens River Cruise, with sights, skipper commentary, pricing, practical tips, and who will enjoy this easy 50-minute ride.
“It was interesting and informative ,the 2 staff were helpful especially the young girl that looked after a little girl,pointing out what to look for along the way”
Cruise Port Adelaide’s dolphin sanctuary, Ships Graveyard, and bird sanctuary with live commentary for $62 over 90 minutes.
“It was a brilliant and informative cruise. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly.”
Review of Adelaide Hills and Murray River lunch cruise with Hahndorf, Mount Lofty, hotel pickup, lunch, value, and practical tips.
“Great day. An easy way to combine land based sight-seeing with a different view of the iconic Murray River.”
Review of Adelaide’s 3.5-hour wild dolphin cruise, with practical tips on sightings, price, weather, meeting point, and swimming options.
“The staff were extremely nice. Explained about the ocean and the dolphins”
Cruise Adelaide’s Port River for wild dolphins, shipwrecks and birdlife, with live commentary, a small group and 90 relaxed minutes on the water.
“The tour is very informative about the local ship wrecks and history of the port river. Unfortunately we didn't to get to see any dolphins, which was fine as thebcruise was still great and peaceful.”
Cruise Adelaide’s River Torrens aboard the heritage Popeye boat with live commentary, fresh scones, jam, cream, and tea for $28.
“James and Flynn were excellent hosts with a friendly, attentive attitude towards the customers. Great morning tea and would definitely recommend this tour.”
Review the Glenelg Twilight Catamaran Cruise, with sunset views, a drink, friendly crew, practical tips, and honest advice on value.
“Such friendly crew. Who made you feel welcome and wanted you to enjoy the sailing experience. Thanks a lot. It was great fun.”
Review the Victor Harbor Southern Ocean cruise for seals, dolphins, cliffs, whale season tips, boat comfort, value, and practical planning advice.
“Enjoyed the informative commentary, along with the views of the islands up close, and the wildlife.”
Review of Adelaide’s Murray River Highlights cruise, with a two-course lunch, Mannum stop, river scenery, wildlife, and Adelaide Hills treats.
“An excellent day, bus driver Roger was very knowledgeable, lunch was superb. Stunning scenery.”
Review of Adelaide’s Murray River day trip with Proud Mary lunch cruise, Mannum free time, coach transport, and Adelaide Hills food stops.
“The two course lunch was lovely & everyone by me enjoyed - thought we were going out on a paddle steamer, it wasn’t - we only cruised the Murray river maybe 2hours enough to have lunch the other 6hours was time on a bus or free time with cheese or chocolate that was our disappointment - we could have stayed in Adelaide for a posh lunch & explored”
Cruise from Victor Harbor to Seal Island for fur seals, sea lions, dolphins, seabirds, coastal views, and lively commentary.
“Very enjoyable. We were fortunate to see a large pod of dolphins. My grandson loved doing a figure of eight for fun at the end of the cruise”
Review of Adelaide’s 90-minute Twilight Cruise from Glenelg, with sunset views, a complimentary drink, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“A gorgeous sunset, incredibly helpful staff, the thoughtfulness of the company to provide fleece blankets! A truly memorable experience!”
Review of the Adelaide Hills and River Murray lunch cruise, with Mount Lofty, Hahndorf, hotel pickup, food, guides, value, and practical tips.
“Phil our tour guide was excellent, very knowledgeable and informative. We had a great time in the Captain Proud.”
Cruise from Goolwa through the barrage lock to the Murray Mouth, with seals, birdlife, Coorong views, and live local commentary.
“Had U.K visitors who were very impressed with the beauty, the bird life and the seals sleeping on the Lock. Perfect sunny day and such a professional Captain/guide who entertained us with his knowledge of the area. Drinks were available if needed.”
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