90 Minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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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
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!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Port Adelaide
Enjoy cruising the iconic Port River in Port Adelaide learning about the rich maritime history. You'll get to visit the Ships Graveyard where the remains of at least 40 abandoned vessels lie embedded in silt and partially hidden by mangroves in the backwaters of the Port River, in Adelaide's north west. The collection includes large and small sailing, steam and motor vessels, barges, pontoons and dredges.
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
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, socialise and nurse their calves.
What‘s Included
Dolphin Viewing
Toilet Facilities
Informative Commentary
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90 Minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise
Reviews
295 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience in port Adelaide
Anastasia M,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was great and the host, Alex, was amazing. He told us a lot of interesting facts, made sure that we found dolphins and created a nice atmosphere. Thanks!
this was a lovely short...
Laurence L,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00this was a lovely short cruise, visiting shipwrecks and dolphins and I'm delighted to say that we saw both the weather was sunny.if not a little cool The guides were excellent, and I could not have asked anymore from a short cruise
A local hidden gem Shipwrecks & Dolphin
Paul S,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On a very hot day we headed out on the shipwreck tour and hopefully a sighting of the dolphins. The experience from beginning to end was friendly, enjoyable with knowledge on the history of some of the wrecks. As we stepped outside to enjoy the ocean breeze we were lucky to see a couple of dolphins come towards the ship. Highly recommend as an event or a way to chill out for a couples of hours.
The crew member explain...
Marcus C,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The crew member explain the information on the graveyard ships good. Talk about the others ships and port and bridge.
A very worthwhile experience.
V4980GLchrisw,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful relaxing tour. Lovely river breeze on a hot day too. Saw a few dolphins, one right next to the boat for a few short seconds.
Fantastic experience
rachellN4668AB,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely loved the cruise, dolphins were beautiful riding the waves behind the tugboat. Jacob the captain was outstanding with his commentary, knowledge and passion for his job. We thoroughly enjoyed and will be telling everyone! Thankyou for a great experience
I had wonderful time was...
Roshni D,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had wonderful time was a great experience knowing history and geography about Adelaide. Lots of historical knowledge by crew. members I fully enjoyed this trip looking forward again.
Great Experience
X7011QJcarlam,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Port River Cruise was both entertaining and informative. Alex and Jim were great hosts, and we were able to see a number of pods of dolphin which was amazing. I would highly recommend this tour.
Interesting Facts
Sandra M,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Naomi is very knowledgeable when it came to the shipwrecks and their history, very interesting facts. We did see a pod of dolphins, from a distance on both occasions, the first time they were having breakfast, so we did not interrupt them, on the return trip they were again in the distance but were not too fussed we were there and were not up to for a visit to the boat.
Port dolphin cruise
aprilsT7376ZR,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely beautiful day and experience, staff was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Highly recommended this tour. Thank you so very much.
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