Top Adelaide Wildlife Encounters in 2026

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.

Cruise along the River Torrens in Adelaide with this express option, getting an overview of the area in under an hour. Cover more ground than you would on foot, while also being able to relax on board. Listen to live commentary from the skipper and learn about the historical importance of the river and its surroundings. Check off sights including the Festival Center, St. Peter's Cathedral, Adelaide University, and more.

Enjoy a guided kayaking tour from Adelaide that gives you the chance to see the Port River dolphins up close. Receive a kayaking lesson from the expert guide, then set out for the Garden Island Ships’ Graveyard Maritime Heritage Trail and the dolphin sanctuary. Travel in a small group with a maximum of 14 people, winding through mangrove-lined waterways to see native wildlife and scuttled ships. Learn about the region from the informative guide on this family-friendly tour.

Skip a pedestrian visit to the Adelaide Oval—one of the region’s most recognized landmarks—for an excursion to the roof with unique city views. After a safety briefing and climbing into your suit and harness, follow your guide across a link bridge to an open viewing deck. From there, have the chance to walk a lean-out point 164 feet (50 meters) above the Oval’s cricket field.

Pipi Harvesting Education: Embark on an exciting journey to the shores of Goolwa, where our knowledgeable guides will introduce you to the world of pipis. Discover the cultural and ecological significance of these shellfish as you explore their history and importance to local communities. Family Fun: This tour is designed with families in mind! Engage in interactive activities that both kids and adults will love. Kids would easily spend the whole day collecting pipis. Beachside Cooking and Tasting Experience: Feel the sand between your toes as you participate in a simple hands-on cooking experience right on the beach. Taste the freshest pipis ever. Take-Home Pipis: Extend the adventure by taking a bag of freshly harvested pipis home with you. Our guides will provide tips and recipes to continue your culinary journey and experiment with new flavors in your own kitchen, or if you want to spend a bit extra to dine at its finest, our chefs will make your catch to perfection.