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Private Charter – Port River Cultural Cruise

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Enjoy an experience out on the water learning about Kaurna Cultural History, a Cultural Awareness Workshop or Corporate Group Training with Port River Cruises.

Elder Allan Sumner beside a Port River Cruises vessel with a didgeridoo

Highlights

  • Traditional Indigenous Ceremonies – Smoking Ceremony and Welcome to Country
  • Ochre Body Art – interactive sessions with cultural teachings
  • Cultural History of the Region – learn about the history and Indigenous connection to Port Adelaide
  • Customisable for bespoke events, cultural awareness workshops or corporate group training
Your Route FAQS

Immersive Kaurna Cultural Experiences

Enjoy an experience out on the water learning about Kaurna Cultural History, a Cultural Awareness Workshop or Corporate Group Training with Port River Cruises.

An Aboriginal Elder Guide

A Kaurna–Ngarrindjeri–Yankunytjatjara Elder will guide you on a unique cultural cruise that blends On Country experiences with storytelling on the water. Through personal stories, cultural knowledge and Dreaming narratives, guests will gain a deeper understanding of the enduring connection between Aboriginal people, Country and the waterways of the Port River region. Your Elder guide brings a lifetime of cultural knowledge and creative expression to the experience. This intimate journey offers a meaningful opportunity to listen, learn and experience Country from a First Nations perspective.

Customise Your Cultural Tour

Customise your Cultural Tour to suit the needs of your group. Programs can be created for bespoke events, cultural-awareness workshops and corporate group training.

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Elder-Led Experience
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Traditional Ceremonies
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Ochre Body Art
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Live Didgeridoo
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Private River Cruise
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Custom Group Program

Duration

Approximately 2 hours.

Departure Point

1 McLaren Wharf, Port Adelaide SA 5015.

Booking Type

This Cultural Cruise is a private on-request booking. Port River Cruises will confirm availability after receiving your booking request.

Private Charter Pricing

Group up to 15 pax $2,500.00
Group up to 31 pax $3,500.00
Group up to 95 pax $5,000.00

Select the appropriate group option in the live booking calendar.

Dolphin Sightings

Dolphins within the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Mobility Assistance

If you have mobility issues please contact Port River Cruises on 08 7082 9608. A ramp and different boarding location can be arranged to make boarding easier.

32-Seater Accessibility

The 32-seater is not wheelchair accessible.

Important Notes

  • During your cruise travel through to Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, International Bird Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard.
  • Beer, wine and soft drink are available to purchase onboard via prior arrangement.
  • We cannot guarantee you will see dolphins while within the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary. These are wild animals and are not always present.
  • There is a toilet located onboard.
  • If you have mobility issues please contact Port River Cruises on 08 7082 9608.
  • The 32-seater is not wheelchair accessible.
Cancellation Policy
  • A FULL refund is provided to guests if the tour is cancelled due to poor weather conditions and an alternative time is not established to undertake the tour.
  • NO refund is provided to guests for non-attendance at scheduled tour time.
  • Guests can reschedule tour if required, however need to ensure that more than 48 hours’ notice is provided to Port River Cruises via telephone confirmation on +61 8 7082 9608.
  • All bookings cancelled within 48-hours of tour departure will receive no refund.
  • All bookings cancelled between 7 days-48 hours before scheduled departure will incur a 50% charge of tour costs.
  • Guests that provide more than 7 days’ notice of tour cancellation via telephone confirmation will receive a FULL refund.
Your Cultural Cruise Route

Your Route On The Port River

The Cultural Cruise follows the two-hour Port River route from McLaren Wharf through the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, past Torrens Island and the Adelaide Submarine Corporation to Pelican Point near Outer Harbour before returning along the same river route. Cultural storytelling and activities take place throughout the private experience.

Route 2 map from McLaren Wharf to Pelican Point

Indicative route only. The ship animation is locked to the blue dotted water route shown on the map. The actual cruise course may vary with river traffic, weather, tides, wildlife activity and operational requirements.

Cultural storytelling and activities continue throughout the private cruise and on the return journey.

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Depart — McLaren Wharf

Start your two-hour cruise from 1 McLaren Parade in Port Adelaide. Listen to informative commentary along the way about the maritime history, birdlife & dolphins.

2

Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary

Travel north through the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and watch for wild dolphins in their natural habitat.

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Cruise Past Torrens Island

This important natural area supports mangroves, samphire and coastal dunes, which provide important habitat for a range of native fauna species, and bird species of conservation significance.

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Adelaide Submarine Corporation

Cruise past the shipbuilding and submarine construction facilities along the western side of the river.

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Pelican Point

Reach Pelican Point near Outer Harbour at the northern end of the route before turning for the return journey. Informative commentary to continue on the return journey.

Cultural Experiences On Country

Plan Your Cultural Cruise

Create a private cultural experience for your group, cultural-awareness program or corporate training session on the Port River.

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