Top Adelaide Water Tours

Discover Adelaide’s spectacular wildlife and rich maritime history during this fascinating guided Port River cruise, on a modern boat with a bathroom on board. Look for wild bottlenose dolphins at the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary—and maybe calves at warmer times of year—then capture epic photos of rusting hulks in the river’s Ships’ Graveyard. Birders will enjoy a glide by the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary, too.

Sail off into the sunset with a sparkling wine or beverage in hand on this relaxing cruise along Adelaide’s beautiful coastline from Glenelg. Departing from Marina Pier, this catamaran sightseeing trip offers a great view of the sunset over the ocean. As dark sets in and the stars come out, you’ll cruise back to shore, watching as the twinkling lights illuminate the city skyline.

Get active while enjoying the great outdoors and spotting wildlife on this kayaking tour to the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary. Paddle through ancient mangrove forests and keep a lookout for the dolphins that pass through. Learn about the animals and their habitat from your naturalist guide. No kayaking experience is necessary and the pace will be slow but moderate fitness is recommended.

Discover Adelaide on both land and water. With our 2 hour walking tour and a 45 minute river cruise run by Popeye River Cruises you will make the most of your time in Adelaide. Start with our relaxed, informative, and fun walking tour which provides a great introduction to this captivating city. We will leisurely stroll past the highlights of Central Adelaide and hear compelling narratives of Adelaide's colourful characters, indigenous heritage, and learn why the wall street journal described it as Australia’s coolest city. Our walking tour will end at the River Torrens where you will then board a stunning heritage boat. Admire the ever-changing landscapes that line the waterways as you float down the beautiful river that snakes through the heart of the city and pass by famed attractions like the Festival Centre, the Entertainment Centre and the SAHMRI. Take the option to disembark nearing the end of the cruise if you choose and see Adelaide Zoo and the Botanic Gardens along the way.

Travel from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island, one of Australia’s most popular wildlife destinations, on this activity-filled day trip by ferry and coach that takes care of all the logistics. Discover natural attractions from Seal Bay Conservation Park to the Remarkable Rocks. Then, discover wildlife ranging from wallabies and echidnas to fur seals and sea lions, and even get up close with koalas and kangaroos.

This 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 street art, and intriguing stories—from its notorious characters and past as Port Misery to uncovering Australia’s only surviving traditional sailmaker. Afterward, you have the option to enjoy a scenic 90-minute cruise along the Port River, where you’ll spot dolphins and explore the iconic Ships Graveyard. This allows you to experience the charm of Port Adelaide through a unique blend of land and water exploration. Why Choose This Tour? • The perfect way to explore Port Adelaide • Learn about the areas stories as you wander historic streets • Plenty of free time at the start or end to explore Port Adelaide at your leisure • Give back to the local community - We donate $2 of the tour price to support local homeless and indigenous charities

Embark on a full-day tour from Adelaide that includes a 3-hour Murray River cruise and time to explore the German town of Hahndorf. Start with views of Adelaide at Mount Lofty Summit then head to Bridgewater Mill to see its iconic static display waterwheel. Then board the "Captain Proud" paddle wheeler for your 3-hour Murray River cruise. Learn about the river’s history, culture, and ecosystem from the live commentary while feasting on a 2-course lunch. After, enjoy a short sightseeing tour and free time in the German village of Hahndorf.

Discover the South Australian outback as you journey along the world's third largest navigable river. The 7-night cruise brings to life the unique history and nature of the people and places that lie between Blanchetown and Murray Bridge. Follow the region's food and wine trail, get up close to native wildlife and the Big Bend Sandstone cliffs, and find out more about how the first Australians lived.

Hop aboard a traditional paddle wheeler, the PS Murray Princess and set sail for a scenic 3-night cruise on Australia's longest river. Glide along the serene Murray River, past dramatic gorges, historic towns and native wildlife like kangaroos, wombats and tortoises. Hop off along the way to visit Murray Bridge, tuck into delicious local cuisine and enjoy a small-boat wildlife safari around the backwaters. This tour includes on-board accommodation, all meals and round-trip transfers from Adelaide.

Explore all the highlights of Kangaroo Island—including wildlife, national parks, and food and wine—without any of the hassle of organizing transport, ferries, accommodation, or sightseeing trips on this 2-day tour from Adelaide. Perfect for both making the most of your time on the island, this immersive trip includes coastal walks with a national park ranger, behind-the-scenes tours with local producers, and a visit to the Kangaroo Island wildlife sanctuary.

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. 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.

Experience the highlights of Kangaroo Island on this full-day guided discovery and tasting tour. Starting from Adelaide, you’ll hop on the ferry over to Kangaroo Island and begin your explorations with a birds of prey show at Raptor Domain, before swinging by a eucalyptus oil distillery for lunch and an informative tour. You’ll then visit a honey farm, go sightseeing at Pennington Bay, and finish up with a wine tasting.

Set sail from Adelaide for a 4-night adventure, cruising down the Murray River on a traditional paddle wheeler. Get a real taste of rural Australia as you spot wombats and koalas along the riverside, tuck into a hearty Aussie barbecue and watch a sheep shearing demonstration. Stop off along the way to learn about Australia’s aboriginal heritage at the Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park, tour the Swan Reach Museum and visit the Native Wildlife Shelter. This tour includes on-board accommodation, all meals and round-trip transfers from Adelaide.

Small personalised group tour where you will have plenty of time to learn about the Indigenous history of Kangaroo Island, ask questions from your local guide and stop for photo opportunities.