Tickets & tours
You can visit the land areas for free, but exploring the water requires a vessel. Choose from guided kayak paddles or larger motorized cruises.
Most bookedJoin us on a guided kayak tour and paddle where only kayaks can go. Explore peaceful mangrove lined creeks, glide past shipwrecks and keep an eye out for resident...
Top ratedThis is a must do activity when visiting Adelaide! See the iconic Ships Graveyard, the unique Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, the wonderful International Bird Sanctuary and...
Best valueThe Kayak Tour explores the Dolphin Sanctuary and Mangrove Forest, just 30 minutes from the Adelaide CBD. Here you find one of Adelaide's "secret spots", it is an area...
Small groupThis Port Adelaide tour is a captivating 90-minute walking journey where stories are revealed around every corner. We will showcase the area’s rich history, vibrant...
The Kayak Tour explores the Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Maritime Heritage Trail, just 30 minutes from the Adelaide CBD. Here you find one of Adelaide's "secret...
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...
Tour prices shown are 'from' prices and change based on the season and provider.
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Compare our top-rated sanctuary experiences.
| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| guided kayak tour | 3 h | $56 | Compare | 4.6 (1,070) | active nature lovers |
| 90-min cruise | 1 h 30 min | $63 | Compare | 4.5 (863) | families and sightseeing |
| short kayak tour | 1 h 30 min | $39 | Compare | 4.6 (66) | those short on time |
| walk & optional cruise | 2 h to 3 h | $60 | Compare | 5.0 (1) | history and marine life enthusiasts |
| kayak & ships graveyard | 3 h | $56 | Compare | 4.8 (298) | adventurers exploring shipwrecks |
| 2-hour maritime cruise | 2 h | $63 | Compare | 4.2 (17) | relaxing with local history |
No. Entry to the sanctuary's land-based viewing areas is free. You only pay if you book a guided boat cruise, a kayak tour, or rent equipment.
No. These are wild animals in a large marine park. Sightings are common but never guaranteed. Low tides and windy conditions can make spotting them difficult.
Most kayak tours are designed for beginners. Guides provide safety briefings and all necessary equipment. Children must generally be accompanied by an adult in a double kayak.
From Viator
1,070 reviews of the guided kayak tour on Viator & GetYourGuide
Didn’t see any dolphins but, that’s not guaranteed. It was still a pleasant experience and the guide was very knowledgeable
Guide was very infomative and knowledgable about the area and the wildlife. Saw dolphins as soon as we were in the canoes. The mangrove canoeing was fantastic. The equipment was provided was great. Totally excellent trip.
We had a great tour. The guides were very knowlegeable and we found it relaxing and enjoyable. We also got to see 3-4 dophins. All in all it was a great little cruise
