Award winning cruises whose safety you can trust! Port River Cruises is a eco-certified 2023 South Australian Tourism Award winner and is brought to you by the owners of SA Tourism Awards Hall of Fame Winner Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari.
two great cruises on offer
90-minute Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise
- A Guided Tour of the Ports rich history and wildlife.
- Discover the unique Ships Graveyard and learn the history of the ships scuttled there.
- Explore the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary with a chance to see local dolphin pods.
- Cruise along the International Bird Sanctuary and watch for local and migrating birds.
- 90-minute cruise with up to 32 pax.
- 16-seater and 32-seater options available
16-seater charter = $750
32-seater charter = $1200
Options are available for discounted rates on public charters here - please email info@portrivercruises.com.au to book.
90-minute Dolphin and Maritime Cruise
- Your Skipper is your Tour Guide of the Port River.
- Discover a rich Maritime History and current workings of a functioning Port.
- Explore the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary with a chance to see local dolphin pods.
- See the Naval Group Submarine dry dock and get a glimpse of the 2-billion-dollar submarines.
- 90-minute cruise with up to 100 pax
- 16-seater, 32-seater and 100-seater options
16-seater charter = $750
32-seater charter = $1200
100-seater charter = $1950
Options are available for discounted rates on public charters here - please email info@portrivercruises.com.au to book.
why choose port river cruises?
Educational & Fun
Our tours provide guests with information on the local marine life, environment, maritime history and vessels in a way that is engaging and fun for everyone!
Unique Dolphin Experience
We are currently the only commercial vessel operating within the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, providing a once in a lifetime chance to experience this unique dolphin population.
Multiple Group Options
Multiple Group Options
With vessels sized to take 16 to 100 passengers we have the vessel size to suit your needs. We can also provide more then one vessel at a time & back to back cruises.
Safe and Secure
Multiple Group Options
All vessels are maintained to the highest standard following all Australian Maritime Safety Authority Guidelines and undergo frequent accreditation checks and servicing.
Undercover Seating
Special Requirements
Undercover Seating
All our vessels provide undercover seating areas with wide, comfy seats and onboard toilets.
Mobility
Special Requirements
Undercover Seating
Our dock is easy access via a concrete ramp and located only 100m away from parking. All vessels have access to a mobility step aid and we have a secondary dock location if needed.
Wheelchair Access
Special Requirements
Special Requirements
Our 16 and 100-seater vessels have wheelchair ramps, suitable for non-mechanical wheelchairs. We also provide a non-mechanical wheelchair for clients to utilise.
Special Requirements
Special Requirements
Special Requirements
Customer comfort is our priority. Our staff are trained in providing assistance as required and are happy to return to dock if needed at any point during the tour.
Hard of Hearing
Hard of Hearing
We utilise microphones and speakers on board and run a PowerPoint covering all key tour points during the tour.
Vision Impaired
Hard of Hearing
Our staff are trained and ready to provide assistance with onboarding and off boarding. Verbal explanations and histories of 'sights' seen on tour provide an audible 'mental map' of tour.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Attractions
We are ideally located within the heart of Port Adelaide, less than two minutes from the Visitor Information Centre and surrounded by nearby attractions.
