Kangaroo Island - Swim with Dolphins/Seals/Coastal Snorkel
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2 hours
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2 Hour Swim nearby Dolphin / Seal & Coastal Snorkeling Safari departs from Christmas Cove Marina, Penneshaw. Have the opportunity to swim nearby wild dolphins or seals and snorkel some of KI’s beautiful coastline.
It's a great wildlife watching tour! We provide wetsuits, mask, towels, snorkel, and fins. Arrive at Christmas Cove Marina in Penneshaw 30 minutes prior to departure. You will be fitted into the appropriately sized wetsuit, mask, snorkel, and flippers as well as be provided with a safety brief. Then jump on board our 28 seater vessel in search of the marine life that inhabits the stunning coastline.
Seals often become very active which provides a unique snorkeling experience. We are the only operator in South Australia that provides the opportunity to swim nearby the Long-Nosed Seals. Also, have the opportunity to swim alongside dolphins in the wild. The guide will also provide an informative commentary along the way.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Recommended children be over the age of 9 years old to participate in swimming activity.
Not recommended for those with a pacemaker
Not suitable for those who are pregnant (can be on vessel but not in water)
Water temperature is between 14-15 degrees. Expect it to be refreshing. We provide wetsuits (compulsory to wear). Kids under 14 are double wet suited. You can ask to be double wet suited if you are prone to being cold.
Please bring a warm jacket! We will have waterproof jackets on board but you can put your warm jacket over the top when getting out the water.
Seal numbers vary throughout the different seasons. Numbers peak in winter and are at their lowest from Nov-Jan
Wildlife Interactions are NOT guaranteed. The team will do their best on the day to give you the best experience possible. If you get in the water at any stage for coastal snorkeling, seals swim or dolphin swim YOU DO NOT get any money refunded.
For safety reasons swim will not be conducted when a pod has neonates (baby dolphins) with them. You are welcome to observe them from aboard the vessel.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Wetsuits
Sunscreen
Informative commentary
Life Jackets
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Jackets
Food
What To Expect
Have the opportunity to swim with wild dolphins OR among seals and snorkel some of Kangaroo Island's stunning coastline. It's an amazing wildlife encounter! We provide wetsuits, mask, snorkel & fins. Arrive at The Visitor Information Centre in Penneshaw (Howard drive) where you will be fitted into a wetsuit, mask, snorkel and flippers and provided with a safety brief. Then jump on board our 28 seater vessels in search of the marine life that inhabits the incredible coastline. Spot the cheeky seals lounging on the rocks and playing in the water. Then it's time to dive in! These curious seals can be quite interactive and playful and provide a fun snorkelling experience. We are the only operator in South Australia that provides the opportunity to swim with the Long-nosed Seals. Search for the dolphin pods that reside in these coastal waters and take the opportunity to swim alongside them in the wild. A truly unforgettable wildlife encounter. Your friendly guide will also provide informative commentary along the way. Please note, these are wild animals. This tour is swim with dolphins or seals and is dependent on what occurs with wildlife on the day.
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Snorkeling Safari
2 hour snorkeling safari, that includes the opportunity to snorkel with dolphins and seals in the wild and coastal snorkeling.
Reviews
242 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun and wild
Stephen F,
Mar 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00The team did the best they could although the wildlife was a bit scare tight to the end. They made everything fun and we did get to see dolphins swiminh
Good but not Great
Ken F,
Feb 5, 2025
- Viator
4.00The staff is extremely helpful and made sure that we had all the gear necessary as well as the proper fit. The snorkeling itself was enjoyable but a little disappointing because we didn't get to see any dolphins. There were dolphins around but because they had calves in the pod, we could not get in the water anywhere near them. The tour company goes out everyday so I'm sure they knew that there were calves in the local pods and probably should have told their guests in advance that this might be an issue in terms of being in the water with dolphins. We did however see a couple of seals when we were snorkeling which was great. Other than that, there are not a lot of fish to see and no coral reefs. Overall enjoyed getting in the water and snorkeling but probably wouldn't do it again.
The tour of the local...
Sun N,
Jan 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour of the local sealife spots and being able to see them firsthand was very fun. The staff made it more enjoyable by being friendly and sharing interesting tidbits of information.
No dolphins
Pamela G,
Jan 21, 2025
- Viator
3.00It is no guarantee to swim with dolphins. They do make that clear. However they would have know the pod had babies and it is not allowed to get in with them. So it is left to be a swim with seals who also did not want to swim much . Crew was excellent and informative. Tour was disappointing for the cost
Dolphin Dash
Maree N,
Jan 17, 2025
- Viator
4.00It's a wildlife trip so expect anything. The dolphin swim was chaotic but a lot of fun - and thrilling when we saw them but you had to swim fast! Not all of us saw the dolphins & they were not in the mood to hang around with us .... sadly.
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