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
342 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cruise Review
Andrew B,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of fun looking out for dolphins and other sights. The staff Alex and Maya were very friendly and informative.
Fantastic!
Charlotte T,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I was so impressed with this tour! I went in not expecting much but couldn’t believe we actually saw dolphins! I loved that the tour was incredibly eco-conscious, not getting too close to the dolphins and letting them come towards us if they wanted and leaving when it was clear they were feeding so as not to disturb. There was also informative guides to the area as well.
Interesting
Joy V,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00This was a great tour to see wildlife and to hear the history of the port. Lived in South Australia for over 50 years and didn’t know about the ship graveyard.
Left on the dock
Lynbea,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00I can’t give a review of the tour because I was left on the dock. I arrived early and made myself known to the operator. I asked if it would be ok to go to the toilet. This turned out to be very necessary and took longer than I expected. When I arrived back at the dock everyone had left. I attempted to contact the operator but got a recorded message. As I stood on the dock I saw the boat go past. I waved frantically but to no avail. Since then I have tried to contact the company by phone and email, but they will not reply.
Great trip and experience
Samantha C,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great commentary by Alex who was so knowledgeable and such a lovely young man. We finally managed to see the dolphins too which was wonderful, Alex did go out of his way to seek them out. Ships graveyard is very interesting, and never have we seen anything like that before, so a whole new experience and memory.
Dolphin Boat Trip
Voula H,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Relaxing and informative boat trip, well worth the money! Many historical areas including the ship graveyard, Pelicans and many other birds in the bird sanctuary and to top it off we saw a small pod of Dolphins. Thanks to the Captain, Alex, for such a great experience.
Great experience! It was...
Jessica W,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! It was great to hear all of the information about the port and see the different ships. Very cool if you are interested in this sort of stuff!
Port River Cruise
Pathfinder581071,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I are Port Adelaide locals and had been meaning to go on a Port River cruise for some time. As the weather forecast was for a lovely day and we had time we booked. This process was very easy and the information provided by the company was spot on. The cruise was fabulous and we saw and learnt things about the Port River that we didn’t already know. Our two young hosts /skipper were professional and friendly. Definitely a worthwhile tour for visitors to the area. They may have been a little disappointed as we didn’t see any dolphins during the cruise but we can vouch for the fact that we often see dolphins during our walks along the docks. All in all an enjoyable experience.
Well worth the money
Shaeron M,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great trip down the river and back. Our captain was friendly and informative. He knew about all the boats, buildings and even knew some of the dolphins by name.
Adelaide first time tourists
Mark T,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very relaxing, great seeing dolphins (3). Great driving and commentary. Friendly crew. Could sit inside or go outside at front or up top
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