Top Adelaide Wildlife Encounters

See Adelaide from aboard a leisurely cruise that travels down the Torrens River, located in the heart of the city. Listen to live commentary from the skipper and learn about the historical importance of the river and its surroundings. Pass by the Festival Center, St. Peter's Cathedral, Adelaide University, and more.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Combine fun on the water with a classic Aussie barbecue thanks to this self-drive boat that's equipped with an onboard BBQ. Cruise along the Torrens River without following the rigid route of a conventical boat tour, and stop wherever you fancy. The cozy boat has room for two, and everything you need for cooking up a storm. For ease, choose whether to purchase a grazing platter from your host, or bring your own food. Drinks must be purchased when you collect your boat, as BYO isn't available.