Port Adelaide 90-Minute Maritime and Dolphins Cruise
Explore a Maritime Experience in Port Adelaide, South Australia
South Australia
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore Port Adelaide's Rich Maritime History
- • See Dolphins on a 90 Minute Cruise
- • See Australia's Naval Group Submarine Dry Dock
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on a thrilling 90-minute Maritime and Dolphins Cruise in Port Adelaide for an unforgettable experience on the waters of South Australia. Your knowledgeable Skipper will be your guide on this adventure, sharing fascinating insights into the local history, famous ships, and iconic locations you will pass by. As you cruise along the Port Adelaide River, immerse yourself in its rich maritime history and catch sight of significant ships and daily port activities.
During the cruise, keep an eye out for the majestic dolphins as you explore the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary. Learn about the sanctuary's history, the resident dolphin population, and the behaviors you might witness during the tour. Port Adelaide is a fully functioning port, allowing you to witness the bustling activities of ships and naval operations. Don't miss the chance to spot Australia's Naval Group Submarine dry dock, where you might catch a glimpse of the impressive attack-class submarines being constructed.
This maritime and dolphin cruise is the perfect experience gift for nature enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking a unique way to explore the vibrant port of Adelaide. Make memories as you sail through iconic locations and learn about the significant maritime heritage of the area. Whether you're treating yourself or surprising a loved one, this adventure promises excitement, education, and the joy of discovering the beauty of Port Adelaide from the water.
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Experience Overview:
90-minute Maritime And Dolphins Cruise In Port AdelaideYour 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.
A Fully Functioning Port
Port Adelaide is still a functioning Port. On your cruises you will pass by many interesting sights of the Ports daily life and the Ships that work within.
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
On your cruise keep an eye out for these amazing marine mammals as your guide delves into both the history of the sanctuary, the residential population, and the types of behaviours you might observe on your cruise.
Submarine’s Ahoy
Port Adelaide is home to Australia’s Naval Group Submarine dry dock where you can get a glimpse of these 2-billion-dollar attack class submarine’s being built.
Meeting Point
Port Adelaide Lighthouse
Port Adelaide SA 5015, Australia
Our Ticket Booth and Dock are next to Port Adelaide's famous red and white lighthouse.
What to expect:
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Port Adelaide
Port Adelaide, South Australia
The area now known as Port Adelaide was traditionally inhabited by the Kaurna people, who also occupied the Adelaide Plains, the Barossa Valley, the western side of the Fleurieu Peninsula, and northwards past Snowtown. The Kaurna people called the Port Adelaide area Yartapuulti, and the estuarine area Yertabulti, which means ‘land of sleep or death’.
Port Adelaide was founded by European settlers January 6th, 1837, although it was originally known by the title Port Creek Settlement. Shipping began one month after foundation although at that time it was unsuitable for large ships who had to instead land at Holdfast Bay until the port was chartered.
30 minutes
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
66 Commercial Rd, Port Adelaide, 5015, South Australia
The Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary is one of the gems of metropolitan Adelaide. Located only 20 minutes from Adelaide, this marine park is home to around 30 resident bottlenose dolphins, with another 400 transient dolphins that visit at various times. These wild dolphins come here to feed, play, socialize and nurse their calves.
Inside the Sanctuary you will find a 10,000 year-old mangrove forest, as well as seagrass, saltmarsh, tidal flats and tidal creeks, which all provide habitat and food for the dolphins. The Sanctuary is a part of South Australia’s largest port, and has a number of Aboriginal and European cultural and historical places of interest.
The area is also a popular bird watching site and shares most of its northern coastal habitat with the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary.
30 minutes
City of Adelaide Clipper Ship
Wauwu Street, Dock One, Port Adelaide, 5015, South Australia
The Clipper Ship City of Adelaide is the world's oldest clipper ship. Built in Sunderland, England, and launched on 7 May 1864.
City of Adelaide was built by William Pile, Hay and Co. for transporting passengers and goods between Britain and Australia. Between 1864 and 1887 the ship made 23 annual return voyages from London and Plymouth to Adelaide, South Australia. During this period she played an important part in the immigration of Australia.
On the return voyages she carried passengers, wool, and copper from Adelaide and Port Augusta to London.
Pass by without stopping
Osborne Naval Shipyard
61 Veitch Rd, Osborne SA 5018, Australia
The Osborne Naval Shipyard is a multi-user facility at Osborne on the Lefevre Peninsula in South Australia. It was established in 1987 for the Australian Submarine Corporation, and the first products of the facility were the six Collins-Class submarines.
30 minutes
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Port River Cruises
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Port Adelaide Maritime and Dolphins Cruise
South Australia
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore Port Adelaide's Rich Maritime History
- • See Dolphins on a 90 Minute Cruise
- • See Australia's Naval Group Submarine Dry Dock
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