Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide
Overview
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3 hours
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Join 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 dolphins, migratory birds and other marine life along the way. All this only 25 minutes from Adelaide CBD.
Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or trying kayaking for the first time, our friendly and knowledgeable guides will ensure you feel confident and safe on the water. All equipment is provided, with tours suitable for adults and children over 10+ (Children 10-15 must be with a parent/adult in a double kayak and must be able to paddle)
Participants don’t need any prior kayaking experience, and we travel at a comfortable pace to accommodate reasonable fitness levels.
This is a unique and special destination and an absolute must do when visiting Adelaide.
Please note departure times are varied due to tide times and it is essential that you arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Essential: Arrival time is 15 minutes prior to start time
Children 10-15 years of age must be in a kayak with a parent/adult and must be able to paddle
Children under 10 are not permitted to participate
Not recommended for travelers with shoulder problems
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Port Adelaide
Travel through Port Adelaide and on to Garden Island for our departure point. It is essential that you arrive 15 minutes prior to start time.
What‘s Included
It is essential you arrive 15 minutes prior to start time.
Filtered fresh water for top ups
Skilled and professional guide
Waterproof bag
Kayak, Life jacket and Paddle
Private locked car parking area
Private facilities with shaded area with seating and toilets
Sun screen
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Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide
Reviews
357 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A learning experience full of exposure to nature
F4894BJpaulh,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful engaging experience in a special natural environment. Dolphins at close range. Lots of great information from very competent guides. Very good value .
Great way to see the dolphins
Melanie W,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Organized crew with getting everyone set up and out on the kayaks. Our guide, Brayden was safety conscious, friendly and knowledgeable. All the traits one wants in a guide for this kind of tour. This tour is great for kayaks of any level. And the location offered so many things to see and explore.
A sporty adventure on the water
Patrick0051,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alex & Kendall: Thank you so much for your kayak tour! Alex expertly guided us out onto the water in a double kayak. After a short technical introduction on land, we set off immediately. Kendall soon took over leading the group, as Alex had to help another kayaker out of a sticky situation. Kendall showed us passing dolphins, which we were able to observe for quite some time. A visit to a shipwreck with Alex, who shared its history, and a romantic paddle through a mangrove creek, learning about its ecological importance, rounded off this adventurous tour. Of course, Alex and Kendall helped everyone back to shore. Highly recommended! Don't forget to bring plenty of sunscreen, water shoes, swim trunks, and a sun hat.
Australian Mangrove Crossing
Maritzabel M,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Nice activity, kayaking between the mangroves and the sanctuary spaces was wonderful. We enjoyed it very much, although we could not see dolphins, the crossing was beautiful. I only have one recommendation, it is important that you place guidance on returning to Adelaide for tourists who do not arrive by rented car, as it is just outside the city. In our case and two French boys, we were approached by a Colombian boy, Diego, who had been in the group kayaking.
Big groups and slow progress
M H,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Was a very big groups of people for the 9am tour - had to break us into groups of about 14. As a result it took ages for briefings etc and we didn’t get started on the water until after 9:30. The tide was going out so no dolphins. They also make no effort to sort groups by ability so you have to go at the pace of the slowest kayak, which meant a lot of hanging around waiting at various points.
A fun experience!
Abbie C,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00A great experience, Alex was a fab guide - really informative and fun! Sadly didn’t see any dolphins but obviously that is totally out of their control. Kayaking through the mangroves was enjoyable, just wish we had seen some more of the shipwrecks!
Our guide Alex was great....
Sarah K,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide Alex was great. We had a lovely experience, unfortunately no dolphins for us, but the other group were lucky.
Perfect Morning
lorrinat2026,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did this tour today with my son and we had the best time! Liam was our guide and he was so patient, knowledgeable and professional and made the tour very fun. We were lucky enough to see 4 dolphins very close by including a mother and calf. We also paddled through the mangroves which was a lot of fun and Liam taught us some interesting facts about them too. Highly recommend this company and highly recommend Liam!
No dolphins but good views
Courteney M,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Didn’t see any dolphins - they aren’t a guarantee. Would be great if the website gave the rough odds of seeing dolphins as it turned out to be an expensive kayaking tour. Otherwise was well organised and lovely views. Paddling was mostly easy but at one point the wind picked up quite a bit along with the current and it felt as though we were going backwards. We went on 40 degree day and it was fine being out on the water so don’t be discouraged by a hot day.
Quiet fun, dolphin kayak time.
jeanettebP5948BZ,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a golden afternoon kayaking the sanctuary. Sunset 7 pm tour, navigating mangroves. Using skills manuring the branches. Great guides who simply explained techniques, and stayed close behind myself and partner. They caught things if they fell out! Pointed out special sights. Highlight was team work with partner and spotting a dolphin, being with friends. An awesome way to spend a golden afternoon, quietly in estuary.
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